David G. Katona

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David G. Katona

4.9
39 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 24 years

Immigration Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Immigration

17 State Street, Floor 40, New York, NY

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Specializing in all types of complex and simple business and family immigration matters. Attorney regularly lectures and writes articles on immigration related topics.

26 years

100%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018 2015 2014

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 24 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2001

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Katona & Associates PLLC

17 State Street, Floor 40, New York, NY, 10004

katonalawfirm.com

Online Presence

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David G. Katona's Reviews

Posted by Darden | September 27, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Knowledgeable, patient, professional and highly recommended

In the beginning stages, when my wife (immigrant) and I (U.S. citizen) were trying to figure out how to fix her status within the country, I had various consultations with David Katona. He answered my many, many questions patiently, professionally and also responded to more questions via email—always... in a timely manner. I cannot thank him enough for the guidance he offered which truly helped us figure out how to navigate a complicated case. If you're having challenges with your own immigration situation and need help, I highly recommend that you reach out to Katona & Associates!

Posted by gabriel | August 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The best i ever found

David is a great lawyer. i've been working with him for years and every time i have a new demand for immigration services, he is my safe bet. He is also very responsive, so you don't get ghosted in the process. I really recommend him.

Posted by Noemy D’Urso | July 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very professional and well knowledgeable. Highly recommended.

Mr: Katona, is an excellent and very professional immigration lawyer. He was recommended to me after my well known lawyer failed me on my sister’s case and she was deigned after 10 years waiting. Mr Katona took her case. Not just he won’t the case but my sister was able to bring her son as well with ...her. I wish to give him way more than 5 stars. Thank you Mr Katona. God bless you and your staff as well.

Posted by anonymous | January 24, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Incredible service

David is unlike any other lawyer I've worked with. His level of research, reasoning, and attention to the case is 10/10. He's been very helpful giving advice, responsive and kind.

Posted by NiRmalla Ramkissoon | May 8, 2024 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Trustworthy and empathetic

After numerous meetings with different attorneys; trying to find a decent , reliable and knowledgeable a lawyer finally I called David’s office and was able to get an appt within 2 days.He was amazing and very informative. I wouldn’t trust or put my family lives in anyone else’s hands beside Davi...d. I highly recommend him. Do not hesitate to call his office .

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David G. Katona's Lawyer Endorsements

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Elliot Rahimi

Immigration lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Molly Full

Unknown lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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T. Devorsetz

Immigration lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He's thorough, knowledgeable, responsive, professional, practical and helpful; a true professional."

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Jules Halpern

Immigration lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly endorse this lawyer. We have worked together many times. David is the consummate professional -- always articulate, well prepared and current in his information. Jules Halpern, Esq."

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Corey Shapiro

Family lawyer

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Judy Chang

Immigration lawyer

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T. Devorsetz

Real estate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Top Immigration Attorney in New York, NY, SuperLawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Top Immigration Attorney in New York, NY, SuperLawyers

2022

Top Immigration Attorney in New York, NY, SuperLawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Top Immigration Attorney in New York, NY, SuperLawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Top Immigration Attorney in New York, NY, SuperLawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Top Immigration Attorney in New York, NY, SuperLawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Top Immigration Attorney in New York, NY, SuperLawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Top Immigration Attorney in New York, NY, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Top Immigration Attorney in New York, NY, SuperLawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer - Business Immigration, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Owner/Sole Member, Katona & Associates PLLC (previously Katona & Mir LLP)

2004 - 2005

Sr. Associate Attorney, Hodgson Russ

2000 - 2004

Associate Attorney, Susie Kim & Associates PC

Associations

2011 - 2012

American Immigration Lawyers Association (NY Chapter)

Chair

2011 - 2014

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Chair, Customs & Border Protection Committee

2010 - 2011

American Immigration Lawyers Association (NY Chapter)

Vice Chair

2009 - 2010

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Treasurer

2008 - 2010

American Immigration Council

NY Ambassador

2008 - 2009

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Co-Chair, Corporate Practice Committee

Education

2000

American University, Washington College of Law

JD

2000

American University's School of International Service

MA - Masters

1997

Wake Forest University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2012

Aktina FM 91.5 Radio Show

2011

AILA Winter Conference

Local Government Rountable

2010

Immigration Basics

Bridge the Gap - Immigration Basics (May 15, 2010)

2010

Family-Based Immigration for New Practitioners

Immigration

2010

AILA Annual Conference

How To Launch Your Own Immigration Practice

Publications

2008

Applying for an Employment-Based Green Card: What You Need to Know Employment-Based Green Cards in Three Steps

2008

Inside the Minds: Working with Government Agencies in Immigration Law (Aspatore Books, Thompson Reuters) Understanding Modern Immigration Policies, Laws and Attorney Practices

Languages

Spanish

Hungarian

Portuguese

Activity

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