Irene Vaisman

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Irene Vaisman

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

Immigration Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Immigration

11 Broadway, Suite 615, New York, NY

Virtual Consultation Available

About Irene

Biography

Experience. Dedication. Personal Attention. Call (646) 681-5385

Practice Areas

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Awards

Client's Choice
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Top Contributor
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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 21 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2005

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 21 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Irene Vaisman, Esq.

11 Broadway, Suite 615, New York, NY, 10004

vaismanpc.com/

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Irene Vaisman's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

92 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | September 08, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Irene Vaisman is simply exceptional

Irene Vaisman is simply exceptional. I came across Irene after reading reviews from others, and I couldn't be more grateful that I did. 

From the moment I reached out to her, I knew I had made the right choice. Irene exuded professionalism and meticulous attention to detail. She not only instilled c...onfidence in me but also guided me through every step of the process, working tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcome for me. Working with Irene and her team has been a remarkable experience. They are a well-oiled machine, knowledgeable, and incredibly pleasant to work with. Irene's timely responses to my inquiries and concerns were a testament to her dedication to her clients. I wholeheartedly recommend Irene to anyone seeking immigration assistance.

Posted by Evgueni | April 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent lawyer

We worked with Irene Vaisman to prepare and file immigration case for my wife and it was very positive experience. She was very professional and helpful at different stages of our case. In case of any questions, Irene replies very quickly and provides detailed answers. The case was successfully appro...ved. She is an excellent lawyer and I would definitely recommend working with her.

Posted by Natia | April 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Extremely professional

Irene is the best of the best immigration attorney! She and her team are such a professional. I had a difficult case but after 2,5 year she won the case. She totally changed my life and now I am Permanent resident of USA. If I can I would gave her 10 star! She is the best person and attorney and I’m ...extremely recommended her!

Posted by Nat | April 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellence & Compassion

I fretted over this review for a long time because it is extremely important to me that I share the gratitude and admiration I have for Attorney Vaisman. If you are looking for the best immigration attorney, she is the absolute best. I will try to be brief but that is hard, because the resolution of ...my husband’s case took 7 years. And Irene stood by our side for all of that time. My husband’s case was a cancellation of removal-a very difficult circumstance. I initially went to another law firm but that attorney did not see my husband the first 3 weeks of his case. For that and various other reasons I left that firm’s counsel and sought someone else. I came across Irene’s reviews and gave her a call. I explained my husband’s circumstances and she took the case. She met with my husband two days later. We were so happy with Irene’s expedient attention to our situation. But that’s Irene-she always handled our case with care, precision and definite expertise. Ultimately, we moved out of the state where Irene is licensed but she personally found us another stellar attorney, and continued to work with that attorney through the final successful resolution of our case. Again if you are looking for an immigration attorney, please look no further than Attorney Irene Vaisman. You will be in caring and brilliantly capable hands.

Posted by Paula | March 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Exceptional Attorney and Service!!!!

My daughter hired Ms Vaisman on my behalf in the beginning of 2019 after much praying and seeking THE LORD guidance in finding an honest attorney that would do their due diligence to their client, and, after years and years of stress and waisted money with another “attorney” which got us nowhere. Ms... Vaisman was very dedicated, committed, supportive and knowledgeable! She was very honest in her answers to our questions and concerns, she listens attentively, and always respond to us in a timely manner. She is very very professional. She kept us informed, step by step down to last minute of everything, even though she knew we would get updates directly from USCIS. I find her to be loyal, she’s care about her clients, and not just the money she’s being paid, she goes above and beyond, she fights for her clients and she gets results! In my personal opinion, Ms vaisman is an angel in disguise placed on earth to fight for people like myself and others dealing with the immigration system, and to help to keep families together. What the other “ attorney” failed to accomplish in well over 20 long drawn out years, Ms Irene Vaisman was able to accomplished with 2yrs!!!!!!!! She is my angel! People, you or your family members work hard for your money, some of you have to make some serious financial sacrifices for your loved ones to get their legal status in this country, ( at least my daughter did). If you want and are looking for an attorney that actually cares about your case and your loved ones, and not just your money, Ms Irene Vaisman Esq is that person! I’m not being paid in anyway shape or form for doing this review, I write this because I’ve been on both side, and my family and I have been blessed by Ms Vaisman’s service, and I just want to share with others! Hiring this attorney will bless you, you will have someone fighting for you as long as it’s within her power to do so! Ms Vaisman, once again, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU In my opinion, YOU ARE THE BEST AT WHAT YOU DO! And I say this without apology. Unfortunately this only allows 5stars, I would definitely give more if I could.

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Irene Vaisman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Hui Zeng

Immigration lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Elena Fast

Immigration lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I previously worked for Irene during law school. I highly recommend her for any immigration matter."

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Molly Full

Unknown lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Somair Alam

Immigration lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A top-notch immigration attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Dennis Mulligan

Immigration lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Irene is a smart, experienced, and thorough immigration lawyer. I recommend her without hesitation."

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Stephen Mullkoff

Immigration lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"I worked closely with Irene on several criminal cases that included collateral immigration consequences. Her immigration advice and counsel was invaluable to my clients and me."

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Mark Clay

Immigration lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mrs. Vaisman. Truly exceptional and caring immigration attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people in her area to contact her for help."

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Gerard Lazzara

Immigration lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. An intelligent and an amazing attorney."

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K. Jairam

Immigration lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Irene Vaisman is an experienced and knowledgeable immigration attorney, dedicated to her clients' cases to obtain the best possible results."

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Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Other

"Well respected in the community and known for effective advocacy for clients!"

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Douglas Borthwick

Immigration lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Immigration lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Olivia McLaren

Immigration lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Irene years ago and she is a very smart, caring attorney."

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Hovanes Margarian

Immigration lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Phillips

Unknown lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Vaisman is one of the most giving lawyers in Avvo history. Her record of providing help to people is beyond elite. Kudos. I endorse this lawyer."

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John O'Brien

Immigration lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Sean Cleary

Immigration lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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David Zaslavsky

Immigration lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Ms. Vaisman personally. She is a devoted advocate with an excellent grasp of Immigration law. She is an asset to the legal community as well as to her clients."

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Mark Mikhaiel

Immigration lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"The fact that so many lawyers recommend Ms. Vaisman is testimony itself of the quality of this lawyer's skills. She is dedicated to making sure members of his community have sound legal advice. Her answers on Avvo display expertise in the area of immigration law. I endorse her without reservation. She is an asset to the legal community."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

New York Metro Super Lawyers List, SuperLawyers

2025

Client's Choice, Avvo

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Client's Choice, Avvo

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Top Women Attorney in New York, Super Lawyers

2016

TOP WOMAN ATTORNEY IN NEW YORK, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

The Top Women Attorneys in New York, Super Lawyers

2015

Client's Choice Award, avvo

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2014

2014 Top Contributor, AVVO

2013

2013 Client's Choice Award, AVVO

2012

Cient's Choice Award, avvo

2012

2012 Top Contributor Award, avvo

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Principal Attorney, The Vaisman P.C.

2009 - 2013

Attorney, Kleyman Law Firm

2004 - 2008

Associate, Spar & Bernstein, PC

Associations

2014 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Russian-American Legal Network

Member

2005 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2005 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In the matter of ENS

granted

In the matter of D. C.

adjustment of status granted

In the matter of M. K.

adjustment of status granted

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Education

2004

New York Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

State University of New York at Buffalo

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2022

Linu for Ukraine

Family Immigration

2015

Know Your Rights

Basics in Immigration

2014

QPTV public station forum

Violence against Children and Protections available

2014

QPTV Legal Panel on Human Trafficking

Human Trafficking

2013

Local TV Station I-601A Waivers

2013

Family Fun Day 2013

Immigration

2012

Russian News program

Pregnancy and Birth in the United States without legal status or as a non-immigrant

2012

morning radio show

Immigration and Naturalization

2012

Legally Yours

Immigration and Naturalization

2012

legal seminar

Immigration and Naturalization

2009

speaking engagement on the updates in immigration law

Immigration & Naturalization

N/A

Carribean Community and Immigration Immigration and Naturalization

Publications

2014

Attorney Inform Magazine Prosecutorial Discretion

2012

avvo legal guide IMPLICATIONS OF JUDULANG V. HOLDER FOR LAWFUL PERMANENT RESIDENTS SEEKING § 212(c) RELIEF

Languages

English

Russian

Activity

Top Contributor

Irene earned significant contribution points in 2024.

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