David Katona practices exclusively in the area of immigration law. He has extensive experience with all types of immigration matters, including business, family and removal/deportation matters as well as administrative and federal appeals. Mr. Katona is an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), chairing and serving on several committees, including the District Director Liaison, Customs and Border Protection, and Corporate Practice Committees . He regularly speaks publicly and writes articles on various immigration topics.
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26 years
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State: New York
Acquired: 2001
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17 State Street, Floor 40, New York, NY, 10004
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Posted by Darden | September 27, 2025 | Immigration
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...
Posted by NiRmalla Ramkissoon | May 10, 2024
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...
Posted by Becky | June 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
A truly professional, knowledgeable, and dedicated lawyer you don't want to miss
I am so fortunate to have David as my lawyer, under such a special period for all the immigrants. David is truly amazing. He is extremely knowledgeable, experienced, attentive and patient. He cares about your case and has great compassion for the applicants. He replies e-mails and phones promptly,...
Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Excellent lawyer
After quite a few bad experiences we finally found a very professional lawyer, who assisted us with our case with clarity. He explained all the options we had and all the steps we needed to take from the first day, during the consultation. He also responded to our emails immediately and the immigrati...
Posted by Luyao Yin | October 21, 2017 | Immigration
Best Immigration Lawyer in NYC
Mr. Katona helped us well prepared our AOS interview, and gave us tons of recommendations. He's not only professional, but also very friendly and patient. He listened to our concerns, answered all our questions and eased our anxiety. He went to the interview with us and our case approved on the spot....
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"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."
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 - Business Immigration, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
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
2011 - 2012
American Immigration Lawyers Association (NY Chapter)Chair
2011 - 2014
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationChair, Customs & Border Protection Committee
2010 - 2011
American Immigration Lawyers Association (NY Chapter)Vice Chair
2009 - 2010
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationTreasurer
2008 - 2010
American Immigration CouncilNY Ambassador
2008 - 2009
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationCo-Chair, Corporate Practice Committee
2000
JD
2000
MA - Masters
1997
BS - Bachelor of Science
2012
2011
Local Government Rountable
2010
Bridge the Gap - Immigration Basics (May 15, 2010)
2010
Immigration
2010
How To Launch Your Own Immigration Practice
2008
2008
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