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

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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

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

92 Client Reviews

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Showing 26 - 30 of 41 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Andrey | February 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

The person you can trust

Irene is a highly professional, hardworking, and devoted attorney. She has been a pleasure to work with from the day of my initial consultation to the day I received a positive (or should I say marvelous) decision. Irene has always been there for me if I ever wanted to ask a question, or needed a leg...al advice. She worked scrupulously on my case, and certainly put it together in the best way possible. Besides being competent and accountable, Irene has a wonderful personality, and she has always been a great moral support. She is up-to-date on the immigration law and all the information related to her work. Irene is the attorney that you can entrust your case to and feel comfortable and confident.

Posted by Lillian | October 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Honest, clear, committed lawyer

Irene helped my husband and I through every step of his extremely challenging immigration case. This included submitting our I-130, reopening a deportation order from 10 years prior, moving the case to New York and assisting us in court, filing a 601A waiver, helping us with the I-864 submission, ter...minating the deportation order, and helping us through the final consular interview. At every step she was honest, clear, patient with all of our questions and anxiety, and extremely committed to getting the best result possible for us. I'm happy to say that after nearly 3.5 years (exactly what Irene told us it would be), my husband now has his permanent residency. Our lives are forever changed because of her.

Posted by Nelson | March 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best Decision We Could Have Ever Made...Period!

My Wife and I came across Irene Vaisman on the Avvo site and based on her reviews, it was quite obvious she was an expert in her field and the right attorney to help with my Wife's immigration case. Irene Vaisman will steer you in the right direction and will answer any questions or concerns you ...will have during the Immigration process from beginning to end. She is thorough, very direct, has a very excellent manner, and approach to explaining everything concisely and clearly. At times you will feel the Immigration process is very cumbersome, but I guarantee you that if you listen and adhere to the guidance provided by Irene, you will be very grateful for the effort and time she puts into working for you and directly with you. There was never a time when she was not available to answer any questions we had during the process and that was a major plus for us. We cannot say enough about her work ethic and of all the things we remember from our experience, we were very grateful to have her present during my Wife's immigration interview. From beginning to end she was with us on this journey and we were very fortunate to have her legal counsel, dedication, and guidance through the process. We highly recommend her if you are in fact seeking any legal counseling having to do with immigration. You will not regret it. Thank You, Irene.

Posted by Vladimir | July 12, 2017 | Immigration

A waiver of ineligibility from the US

Thanks God, I found Irene Vaisman in the Web. So, in 1999 I was banned from entering the US by the immigration judge. And the article was extremely unpleasant, difficult for solving the problem, and, as I believe, absolutely unfair to me. I need to obtain a waiver of ineligibility from the US. This i...neligibility is retained until the subject reaches age 90 (!), but I need to visit the US sometime for my business. After 16 years of the ban, I turned to Irene. She immediately and clearly determined what I need, and how to act; and also – it is very important for me – Irene believed that my ban was the result of a misunderstanding. For two years I received competent and timely advice from Irene; she was always available for questions and communication; answered without delay, and by e-mail, and by Skype. As a result of the literate and professional Irene's actions I recently received an American visa for 3 years. Irene is a very competent, thoughtful and professional lawyer. Definitely recommend using her services.

Posted by Dora | May 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Cancellation of removal proceedings

I hired Irene after the misfortunate event of my green card taken away at the airport by an officer because of a criminal charge many years ago that was actually dismissed. I was given a temporary I-551 and was devastated as I had my greencard for 15+ years. Irene sympathized with me and has give...n me a whole list of things I should get for her in order to get my green card back and the removal proceedings to be canceled. Affidavits, diplomas and many other things... she had a very very thick file for me. She also got me ready for the hearing via skype and then in person. All and all the whole hearing took 20 minutes and I did receive my green card back in the spot. I'm glad it's all over and she certainly was there throughout whole process. I'm glad I hired her.

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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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