3x Named Immigration Lawyer of the Year in NJ. 5 Attorneys. Immigration Only!!First Ever Immigration Lawyer of the Year in NJ. Five Attorneys. Immigration Only!!
THREE TIME "Lawyer of the Year" in Immigration Law in New Jersey by Best Lawyers, the most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession
Author, Three Degrees of Law | Amazon BestSeller
Former Immigration Chair, NJ State Bar Association Fluent in Spanish
Former Co-Chair, NY State Bar Association CFLS Immigration Committee
American Immigration Lawyers National Practice Committee
Most memorable cases:
Practice areas
Appellate litigation; Business immigration; Citizenship; Deportation criminal defense; Employment and Family based immigration; Green cards; H-1B and all work visas; Investor visas; J visa waivers; K visas for fiancees; Labor certification (PERM); Marriage based immigration; National interest waivers; Orphans and other adoption cases; Political asylum; Removal cases; Sciences, arts and entertainment immigration; Temporary protected status; U visas and related petitions for victims of violence
Languages spoken
Portuguese, Arabic, Spanish
Harlan York and Associates
60 Park Place
Suite 1010
Newark, NJ, 07102-5584
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CT | Active | 1997 | 05/16/2022 |
NJ | Active | 1995 | 03/22/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Listed 16th consecutive year | Best Lawyers in America | 2021 |
Listed | Best Lawyers in America | 2014 |
Nationwide Top Immigration Attorneys | Newsweek | 2013 |
Listed | Best Lawyers in America | 2013 |
TIER ONE | US NEWS BEST LAW FIRMS | 2013 |
Listed | Super Lawyers | 2013 |
AV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2013 |
Lawyer of the Year, Immigration, NJ | Best Lawyers in America | 2012 |
Furthered 40 | Lawline | 2012 |
Listed | Best Lawyers in America | 2012 |
Listed | Super Lawyers | 2012 |
TIER ONE | US NEWS BEST LAW FIRMS | 2012 |
Listed | Super Lawyers | 2011 |
Listed | Best Lawyers in America | 2011 |
Inside Jersey | New Jersey's Top Attorneys | 2011 |
TIER ONE | US NEWS BEST LAW FIRMS | 2011 |
Lawline.Com Faculty Awards | Finalist, Driven to Find a Better Way Award | 2011 |
Listed | Best Lawyers in America | 2010 |
Listed | Super Lawyers | 2010 |
TIER ONE | US NEWS BEST LAW FIRMS | 2010 |
Listed | Best Lawyers in America | 2009 |
Rising Stars | Super Lawyers | 2009 |
Listed | Best Lawyers in America | 2008 |
Rising Stars | Super Lawyers | 2008 |
Listed | Best Lawyers in America | 2007 |
Rising Stars | Super Lawyers | 2007 |
Listed | Best Lawyers in America | 2006 |
Rising Stars | Super Lawyers | 2006 |
Top Lawyers - Immigration Law | New Jersey Monthly | N/A |
Distinguished | Martindale-Hubbell | N/A |
Best Lawyers | New York Magazine | N/A |
LEAD COUNSEL | LawInfo.Com | N/A |
President's Leadership Award | State University of New York, Albany | N/A |
Regents Scholar | State University of New York, Albany | N/A |
Harris Scholar | Choate Rosemary Hall | N/A |
Ten Leaders | Immigration Law | N/A |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | Harlan York & Associates | 2017 - 2017 |
Author | http://www.3DegreesofLaw.com | 2015 - 2015 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Women's Self Defense Institute | Certified Women's Self Defense Instructor | 2011 - Present |
American Immigration Lawyers Association | Member | 1995 - Present |
United States District Court for the District of New Jersey | Admitted to Practice | 1995 - Present |
Federal Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Phi Kappa Sigma Alumni Association | Member | N/A |
New Jersey Immigration Policy Network | Member | N/A |
Tulane Law School Alumni Association | Member | N/A |
Choate Rosemary Hall Alumni Association | Member | N/A |
United States Supreme Court Bar | Admitted to Practice | N/A |
New Jersey State Bar Association, Solo and Small Firm Section | Member | N/A |
American Bar Association | Member | N/A |
American Immigration Lawyers Association | National Practice Management Committee | 2014 - 2015 |
New York State Bar Commercial & Federal Litigation Section Committee on Immigration Litigation | Co-chair | 2012 - 2013 |
American Mock Trial Tournament | Judge, Yale University | 2011 - 2011 |
New Jersey State Bar Association, Immigration, Naturalization and Americanism Section | Chair | 2007 - 2007 |
New Jersey State Bar Association, Immigration, Naturalization and Americanism Section | Vice-Chair | 2006 - 2007 |
TMYSB Sports Programs | Soccer Coach | 2006 - 2015 |
New Jersey State Bar Association, Immigration, Naturalization and Americanism Section | Second Vice Chair | 2005 - 2006 |
American Immigration Lawyers Association (New Jersey chapter) | Chair, Young Lawyers Division | 1997 - 1998 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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https://www.law360.com/ | OPINION: Hurry Up And Wait For Immigration Reform | 2015 |
American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) | Women in Immigration Law: Balancing Opportunity and Equality | 2015 |
New Developments in Immigration Enforcement and Compliance: Leading Lawyers on Navigating Trends in Immigration Law | Immigration Law Enforcement: Collaboration and Authority | 2014 |
Immigration Litigation | I am obsessed with our clients’ being able to access us | 2011 |
Immigration Litigation | Luckier than Most Lawyers | 2011 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Tulane University Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 1994 |
State University of New York, Albany | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1991 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Lawline.com | Prosecutorial Discretion | 2012 |
Hudson County Superior Court | Immigration and Criminal Law | 2012 |
New York Law School | Detention and Expedited Removal | 2012 |
The CBS National News | Investment Based Immigration | 2012 |
Lawline CLE | Political Asylum and Gang Activity | 2012 |
Columbia Law School | Asylum Law | 2012 |
New Jersey State Bar Foundation | Current Immigration Policy | 2011 |
New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education | Protecting the Victims of Violence | 2011 |
New Jersey State Bar Association | Immigration Law and Crime | 2011 |
LawlineCLE | Benefits for Battered Immigrant Women and Other Crime Victims | 2011 |
Lawline.com | Immigration Detention: From Pickup to Release | 2011 |
Primer Impacto, Univision (National TV) | U Visas | 2011 |
Rutgers Law Record Symposium | Redefining Borders: Comprehensive Immigration Reform in the United States | 2011 |
Telemundo/NBC Live and Interactive Chats | Immigration Law | 2009 |
Telemundo/NBC Live and Interactive Chats | Immigration Law | 2008 |
NJN | Immigration Law and Police Stops | 2008 |
NBC/Telemundo News | Expedited Removal | 2007 |
ILW.com | Family Based Immigration | 2003 |
News 12 New Jersey | Immigration Fees Increase | 2002 |
New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education | Removal Proceedings | 2002 |
News 12 New Jersey | Section 245i of the Immigration Act | 2001 |
Federal Bar Association (New Jersey chapter) | Immigration Consequences of Plea Bargains | 2000 |
WRKL | Political Asylum and Related Topics | 1997 |
Case name | Outcome |
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In the Matter of: GREENBELT LANDSCAPES, INC | seasonal worker distinguished from permanent worker |
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Elliot Rahimi, Immigration Attorney on Dec 12, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
David Gottfried, Immigration Attorney on Nov 15, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mr. York and I worked together on a Writ of Mandamus action, he was great.
Elliot Rahimi, Immigration Attorney on Dec 12, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
David Gottfried, Immigration Attorney on Nov 15, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mr. York and I worked together on a Writ of Mandamus action, he was great.
Somair Alam, Immigration Attorney on Feb 11, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I'm pleased to endorse Harian. He is a top-notch immigration attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
Cari Rincker, Immigration Attorney on May 7, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I worked with Harlan on a Lawline presentation titled "Building a Law Practice Brick by Brick." Harlan is a great public speaker and a wealth of information for the legal community. Can't wait to read his book as well! I have no doubt that he does great work for his clients. He is very communicative via email and compassionate to immigration issues.
Joseph Cella, Immigration Attorney on Jan 24, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. York is a highly-respected and well-known advocate in the field of immigration law and removal defense litigation. His knowledge of immigration law is a impressive as his integrity. I endorse this lawyer without reservation.
Benjamin Kelsen, Immigration Attorney on Jan 24, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I heard Harlan York speak at a continuing legal education seminar recently and was greatly impressed with his demonstrated expertise in this area. I spoke to him for a few minutes afterwards and was also impressed with him as a person. I have since recommended him to several clients.
Andrew Kramer, Immigration Attorney on Jan 26, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Harlan York is an excellent immigration attorney. Whenever I have a client with an immigration issue in the NY/NJ area, I refer them to Harlan who always handles the matter professionally and with great expertise. He truly has unparalleled experience and knowledge in this field. On top of that, he has a great personality, is always eager to help his clients, and really enjoys his profession. If you have an immigration problem or know someone who does, contact Harlan now!
Mark Cheser, Immigration Attorney on Dec 10, 2010
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Harlan York is simply the best immigration attorney in the State. I have utilized his services in the most complex matters and he has always solved the problem. I consult with Harlan in any case where the my clients have potential immigration concerns to determine the best course in my matter that will easy their immigration problems later. He is just the best at what he does.
Paris Lee, Immigration Attorney on Dec 8, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Harlan is an expert in the field with a proven track record. He has also been able to solve complex and thorny immigration issues with a unique combination of experience, knowledge, and creativity.