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Dennis W. Mulligan
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Biography
I am an experienced immigration lawyer, legal services director and clinical legal instructor. With a focus on family immigration, removal defense, asylum, appeals, and immigrant domestic violence cases, I also have experience in business immigration matters. I have represented immigrants and their families from every geographic region of the world, and I speak French and Spanish.
I am admitted to practice in the State of New York, the Eastern District of New York, and the Third Circuit Court of Appeals. After graduating from Brooklyn College/CUNY in 1978 I earned my Juris Doctor degree from Brooklyn Law School in 1981.
From 1988-90 I served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Chad, and I have lived and traveled in numerous countries of West, Central and East Africa. From 1996 – 2001 I was Director of Immigration and Refugee Programs for a large social services agency in Trenton, NJ. From 2001 until 2008 I was Director of Legal Services at Nationalities Service Center in Philadelphia. During that time I managed a staff of ten attorneys and paralegals, which together handled over 1000 family immigration, asylum, removal, naturalization and citizenship, immigrant domestic violence and detention cases annually.
I was the Supervising Attorney of the student-run Asylum Law Clinic at the University of Pennsylvania Law School from 2002-2006, and from 2005-2008 I was Clinical Instructor of Temple University Law School’s Immigration Law Clinic. I served as Executive Director of Nationalities Service Center from 2008-2013. I have served on the Executive Committee of the Pennsylvania Immigration and Citizenship Coalition and was involved in the New Jersey Immigration Policy Network. I have made presentations to lawyers, law students and paralegals on immigration law topics at numerous symposiums, conferences and trainings.
Finally, I am Of Counsel to Rupal Parikh Aristimuno, an experienced immigration attorney based in Montclair, NJ, whose expertise is centered on employment-based immigration and I-9 compliance for businesses.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Immigration
80%
31 years | 1,350 cases
Asylum
20%
31 years | 175 cases
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Licensed in New York for 43 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1982
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 24 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Law Firm of Dennis Mulligan
85 Broad Street, 18th Floor, New York, NY, 10003
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Posted by Vasile | November 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Well-experienced Immigration Attorney
My immigration problems began in 2004 when I had a very bad experience with an immigration law firm that created a big problem in my case. For years, there was little progress and so I eventually hired a second lawyer but she was not able to help me. Needing legal counsel, I searched for an atto...
Posted by anonymous | September 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Trustworthy Aid for Family Petition
I came across Mr. Mulligan approximately 10 months ago and he has helped tremendously with a family petition which has not been easy. I was a bit hesitant regarding the petition process and whether it was the best decision to move forward, every step of the way Mr. Mulligan was there to guide me in ...
Dennis W. Mulligan's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Dennis is an excellent lawyer -- thoughtful, thorough, and knowledgeable. Dennis has assisted me on several of my own cases and was extremely helpful. I could tell he cares a great deal about his clients and his craft. I would whole-heartedly recommend Dennis to any client."
"Dennis is knowledgeable and experienced. Offers well thought out advise. Very pleasant. I endorse him without hesitation."
"Dennis is a great attorney. He has been a mentor to me and to many immigration lawyers . He's done world-class advocacy on behalf of clients for decades. He recently won an appellate case before the Federal Court of Appeals in Philadelphia, changing the way immigration law itself is applied. And he's a nice guy! Et puis, il parle le francais."
"I endorse this lawyer. His answers to questions posed are very informative and well thought out."
"Dennis is an excellent attorney with years of practice in the field. He has been a mentor for many lawyers during his years of practice and has won many cases in his career. He is not afraid to take on the government to protect the rights of his clients. I highly recommend Dennis to anyone looking for an expert in immigration law."
"Dennis is an outstanding immigration attorney who is extremely knowledgeable, trustworthy, and helpful. You are in great hands with Dennis Mulligan!"
"During the years that he was in Philadelphia, I have had occasion to work with and witness Dennis Mulligan immigration matters. He is a through, brilliant attorney who cares about his clients and, more importantly, justice."
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"Dennis Mulligan is an excellent immigration attorney who is devoted to helping his clients. I had the privilege of having him as a supervisor and mentor in the early stages of my legal career, and I benefitted immensely from his experience and knowledge. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking assistance with an immigration matter."
"Attorney Mulligan is an exceptional immigration attorney. His experience and achievements in the field are second to none. I have worked together with him on some of the most difficult deportation cases and can assure you he is one of the best immigration advocates in the United States."
"I endorse Dennis Mulligan wholeheartedly as a consummate and respected professional in the field of immigration law. I have had the pleasure of both working for and working with Mr. Mulligan on immigration matters. He is extremely knowledgeable, thorough and a true expert."
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Experience
Honors
2013
Founders Award, PA Immigration and Citizenship Coalition
2007
Excellence in Legal Clinical Instruction, Univ. of Pennsylvania Law School
Work Experience
2004 - 2008
Adjunct Professor, Temple University School Of Law
2001 - 2013
Director of Legal Services; Exec. Director, Nationalities Service Center
1996 - 2001
Director of Immigration and Refugee Programs, Lutheran Social Ministries of NJ
Associations
2016 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (New York City Area chapter)Member EOIR/OPLA/Asylum Liaison committee
2016 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (New York City Area chapter)Member ICE Liaision Committee
2014 - Present
New York City Bar Association, Immigration and Nationality Law CommitteeCommittee Member
1998 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
Pennsylvania Immigration & Citizenship Coalition
Executive Committee
AILA New York Chapter
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Matter of C-
Visa granted
Matter of E-I-
Motion to Reopen Granted
Matter of J-P-
Asylum Office granted asylum.
Matter of A-E
Appeal granted and case remanded to Immigration Court.
Sheriff v. Attorney General
Petition for Review granted, asylum granted on remand
Baloch v. Attorney General
Petition for Review granted, asylum granted on remand
Matter of T.B.
Appeal granted by BIA; asylum granted on remand
Komarovas v. Attorney General
Petition for Review granted, asylum granted on remand
Education
2009
Bryn Mawr School of Social Work
Certificate
1981
Brooklyn Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1978
City University of New York, Brooklyn College
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2016
Immigration Law Moot Court Competition
Moot Court Judge
2015
2015 Immigration Law Moot Court Competition
Moot Court Judge
2014
In-Service Training, Virology Services Department
Immigration Law Concepts and Definitions for Medical Professionals
2014
Community Meeting
Immigration Law and the Haitian Community
2010
PA State Immigration State Advocates Meeting
Local Enforcement
2010
Immigrant Philadelphia: Stories, Cultures and Communities
Immigration in Philadelphia
2010
CLE at Temple Univ.
Introduction to Deportation
2009
Hearing on US Immigration Detention
Immigration Detention Policies
2008
Pro Bono Training
Immigrant Domestic Violence - Self-Petitions and U visas
2008
Commission Meeting
Legal Services for Immigrants and Refugees
2007
AILA Philadelphia CLE conference
Waivers in Immigration Court proceedings
2006
Public Interest Law Day CLE
Domestic Violence, Immigration and Housing
2006
Immigration Reform and Policy in a Politicized Environment
Immigration Reform
2000
Managing An Immigration Program Advisory Committee
Immigration Program management
Publications
2013
AVVO Legal Guides
Immigrant victims of domestic violence and crimes - options for protection and legal status
2007
The Legal Intelligencer
NSC Helps Immigrants Gain Citizenship
2007
2004
The Legal Intelligencer
Dealing With Immigrant Victims of Domestic Violence
Languages
French
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
B1-B2 visa
13 Jun 2017
Q&A
Im 20 years old and the immigration said that I need to be 21 to petition my husband is that true?
12 Jun 2017
Q&A
When can I apply for citizenship (I have a Green Card through Asylum)
09 Jun 2017