Paris Bolem Lee

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Paris Bolem Lee

also known as Paris Lee, Paris B. Lee

5.0
23 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

Immigration Lawyer at Metuchen, NJ
Practice Areas: Immigration

22 Bridge Street, Metuchen, NJ

Virtual Consultation Available

About Paris

Biography

HOW DO TRUMP'S NEW POLICIES AFFECT YOU? OVER 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE.

Family and Marriage Immigration. Citizenship. Waivers. Over 25 yrs experience.

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Representation for citizenship and marriage interviews; family petitions; I-601 waivers; immigration court; deportation defense; and criminal-immigration counseling.

29 years

100%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2014 2012 2010
Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2014

Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 24 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2002

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 28 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1997

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Lee and Garasia, LLC

22 Bridge Street, Metuchen, NJ, 08840

njimmigrationattorney.com

Online Presence

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Paris Bolem Lee's Reviews

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Posted by prashant | December 19, 2014 | Immigration

Very Intelligent and supportive

I filled my adjustment of status through attorney Lee and i am very pleased with the service provided by Lee & Garasia LLC , they were so supportive throughout the process . Attorney Lee took special interest in each and every case . i filled 2 cases on two different year and both time i felt very p...leased with service Highly recommendate

Posted by Mitesh | December 07, 2014 | Immigration

My attorney review

I have been using Lee and Garasia for long time i have used them for may different purpose and that are always informative helpful on any issues and ever willing to go extra steps to help you out. i have been using their service for my wife's immigration file and they are very professional when it co...mes to doing their part. i would say they are very well on providing information and help with the any questions. Even the staff is excellent and willing to help you if have an issue and they stay in touch if the issue get solved. i would deferentially recommended this law firm because you will not be disappointed.

Posted by S.T. | September 05, 2014 | Immigration

Not just immigration - an attorney with in-depth knowledge in many areas of law

Over the years, Paris Lee has successfully handled a range of immigration matters for my extended family (everything from green card processes in the U.S. and abroad to citizenship), so naturally I came to him when I received a hefty speeding ticket! I already knew that Paris was a highly respected ...expert immigration attorney, but I was wonderfully surprised with his familiarity with the courts and New Jersey state laws and procedure. Thanks to Paris' discussions with the prosecutor prior to my appearance in court, he was able to have all points on the ticket dismissed! I was of course extremely pleased - it was clear that only Paris would be able to attain the result I wanted, through his longstanding presence in court and the respect he has earned over the years. His in-depth knowledge of not just immigration law, but also other areas of practice as well is a testament to Paris' wide-ranging expertise. I would not hesitate to seek out Paris' assistance for any future matters, and I will continue to recommend him to family and friends.

Posted by Emre | April 06, 2014 | Immigration

Filed for my Wife

I used Lee & Garasia to help bring my wife over from Turkey. The process was very smooth and the staff was always responsive to my questions. My wife is here with me and I am very happy with the result. I would not hesitate to used them again.

Posted by T | March 06, 2012 | Criminal Defense

Best - Knowledge, Follow-Up, Integrity

My family member was suspected of shoplifting case, which had possibility of immigration consequences. Mr. Lee guided us with the process. He came up with the best and worst case scenarios. His follow-up and analysis of the case was top notch. Wish there are professionals who can treat their clients ...like he does. His integrity was bar none. He also had great rapport with the fellow lawyers, which helped with moving the case forward. Currently the case has been dismissed. If you are looking for honest, dependable, high quality immigration lawyer, I can't think of anyone other than him.

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Paris Bolem Lee's Lawyer Endorsements

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Douglas Pine

Immigration lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Paris for over two years during which he has demonstrated consistent professionalism and a clear expertise in Immigration Law. He shows a genuine concern for his clients that is expressed in the quality of his work."

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Gregory Shugar

Immigration lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Paris for about 9 years. He is extremely knowledgeable in his areas of practice. I have referred immigration clients to him and the clients were very satistifed. As well as being very knowledgeable he is also very compassionate to his clients needs."

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Anthony Vecchio

Immigration lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paris is an excellent attorney that provides exceptional service to immigration clients. I highly recommend him."

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H. Aalsberg

Immigration lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paris is one of America's Top Immigration Lawyers. I have sent many clients to him and everyone was amazed by his abilities. I endorse him 100%."

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George Alevras

Immigration lawyer | Dec 25

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have worked with Paris many times. He is a gentleman and a scholar. I refer all immigration matters to him and clients are consistently happy with the high caliber attorney he is. I highly recommend him."

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Anjana Garasia

Immigration lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"Brilliant lawyer! Paris Lee's ability to analyze legal issues and problem-solve is unsurpassed. His legal writing skills are the best in the business. He is a fierce advocate for his clients. He is also honest and extremely hardworking."

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John O'Brien

Immigration lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Bryan Perez

Immigration lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Lee and his firm are an asset to the immigration legal community. His knowledge of the law is surpassed only by his passion to effectively advocate for his clients."

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Susan Clark

Immigration lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Paris for a long time and I have always found him to be professional and extremely knowledgeable in the area of Immigration. I would highly recommend him."

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Paul Szeto

Immigration lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Paris is definitely an experienced, knowledgeable and dedicated immigration attorney. I have known him for many years and would recommend him without hesitation."

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Christina Vassiliou Harvey

Immigration lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Lee and his law partner, Angie Garasia, Esq., are a dynamic duo when it comes to immigration law. They work hard for their clients and are knowledgable about immigration law and manuevering through the federal system."

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Julie Goldberg

Immigration lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Lee and Garasia are an excellent team! When you hire one you get both! I frenquently see Ms. Garasia at the Newark Immigration Offices she is always very professional and goes the extra mile to help her clients. You cant go wrong in hiring this firm!"

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Edward Ruane

Immigration lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Paris and I worked together for a number of years with the same firm. He is very knowledgeable in the field of immigration law. He is always been very helpful whenever we had any questions. We recommend his firm highly."

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Joseph Cella

Immigration lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Located in Edison, New Jersey, attorney Paris Lee,of the law firm of Lee & Garasia has distinguished himself as a leader in Immigration law. Being one of the few full-service, experienced and reputable Immigration Law Firms in the area, the attorneys and staff at Lee & Garasia have become known for being extremely knowledgeable, courteous and hardworking, and their expertise in such matters as Naturalization, Naturalization Appeals, Family Immigration, as well as other areas of immigration Law is, in my opinion, unsurpassed. As a colleague, I enthusiastically recommend Paris Lee, Esq. without reservation."

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Raymond Raya

Immigration lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred many immigration matters to Mr. Lee and he has hit a home run for his clients on every case. He is an amazing attorney."

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Melinda Middlebrooks

Immigration lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Paris Lee has been very responsive to referrals of immigration matters from our Firm. He is personable, approachable and knowledgeable about immigration matters. I endorse Paris Lee."

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Rupal Parikh

Immigration lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an extremely knowledgeable attorney. He is also very trustworthy and dedicated to his clients and their cases."

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Thomas Blauvelt

Immigration lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Paris Lee for 10 years. He is well respected by his peers and clients. I would not hesitate to refer immingration clients to him."

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Harlan York

Immigration lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paris Lee is a committed, diligent and trustworthy immigration lawyer. He's also one of the hardest working attorneys who I've had the pleasure of knowing in my 15+ years of practicing immigration law."

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Anthony Vecchio

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Laurel Scott

Immigration lawyer

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H. Aalsberg

Criminal defense lawyer

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Paul Gilbert

Immigration lawyer

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George Alevras

Criminal defense lawyer

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Anjana Garasia

Immigration lawyer

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Bryan Perez

Immigration lawyer

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Paul Szeto

Immigration lawyer

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Daniel Buttafuoco

Personal injury lawyer

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Christina Vassiliou Harvey

Personal injury lawyer

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Julie Goldberg

Immigration lawyer

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Edward Ruane

Personal injury lawyer

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Margaret Delatour

Immigration lawyer

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Joseph Cella

Immigration lawyer

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Melinda Middlebrooks

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Rupal Parikh

Immigration lawyer

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Gregory Shugar

Criminal defense lawyer

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Thomas Blauvelt

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Douglas Pine

Adoption lawyer

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Harlan York

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer in Immigration Law, Super Lawyers Magazine

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer in Immigration Law, Super Lawyers Magazine

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2013

Top Nationwide Attorneys, Newsweek

2013

Ten Leaders in Immigration Law, Ten Leaders Cooperative

2013

Leader in Immigration Law, TIME Magazine

2005

Strathmore's Who's Who, Strathmore

2003

National Leadership Award, Business Advisory Council

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Partner, Lee and Garasia, LLC

1997 - 1998

Legal Clerk, Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office

Associations

2012 - Present

Union County Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Ocean County Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

National Lawyers Guild, National Immigration Project

Member

2012 - Present

Monmouth Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Federal Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Middlesex County Bar Association

Former Chair, Immigration Law Committee

2002 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

2001 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

1997 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Former Chair, Immigration Section

Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jersey

Member

2012 - 2013

American Immigration Lawyers Association (New Jersey chapter)

Former Co-chair, Motor Vehicle Commission Committee

Sample of Legal Cases

Motion To Reopen Denied I-130 Granted

I-130 Reopened.

212i Fraud Waiver Approved

Waiver was approved

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Education

1997

Rutgers University School of Law

JD

1994

Yale University

BA

Speaking Engagements

2015

Immigration Q & A DAPA & DACA

2013

Middlesex County Bar Association

Immigration Consequences of Convictions

2013

Fresh Outlook TV Show

Immigration Reform

2013

Employment Immigration Basics

Employment Based Immigration

2012

Middlesex County Bar Association

Immigration Consequences of Municipal Court Convictions

2011

Citizenship Seminar

Citizenship Misconceptions

2010

Radio America 1700 Immigration Spotlight

Immigration Questions & Answers

2010

Annual Celebration

Citizenship and Naturalization

Publications

2014

SpeakEasy Facing Immigration Problems?

2012

Asbury Park Press "Breaking the Immigration Impasse" Op-ed

Languages

English

Gujarati

Turkish

Spanish

Activity

Top Contributor

Paris earned significant contribution points in 2014.

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