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also known as Norka M. Schell, Law Offices of Norka M. Schell LLC
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Norka M. Schell is the founder of the Law Offices of Norka M. Schell, LLC in New York City. A dually licensed attorney admitted to practice in both New York and Brazil (OAB/MG), Ms. Schell serves as a premier advocate for clients navigating the complexities of U.S. Immigration and International Family Law. With over three decades of litigation experience, she is widely recognized for her "Dual-Lens" approach to cross-border legal challenges.
Elite International ExpertiseMs. Schell’s practice is defined by her ability to bridge the gap between divergent legal systems. She is one of the few practitioners in the Tri-State area capable of handling high-stakes matters that involve:
Ms. Schell’s authoritative counsel is rooted in rigorous academic achievement. She earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the Faculdade de Direito do Vale do Rio Doce (FADIVALE) and her Master of Laws (LL.M.) in International Legal Studies from Golden Gate University School of Law. As a naturalized U.S. citizen who is trilingual in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, she offers her clients a first-hand understanding of the immigration journey combined with the sophisticated skills of a veteran litigator.
A Commitment to Ethical AdvocacyThroughout her 30-year journey, Ms. Schell has maintained the highest ethical standards, earning a reputation for integrity and transparency. She treats every case with meticulous care, ensuring that her clients’ best interests remain the priority. Her compassionate nature allows her to create an atmosphere of trust, ensuring that her clients feel both heard and protected during their most challenging legal battles.
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State: New York
Acquired: 2011
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Posted by Simeon | October 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Professional,caring and knowledgeable
On a Sunday! I placed a call to Norka office and got her answering service. I leave a detailed message with a contact number and within minutes she replied. I was extremely stressed, could not rest was not sleeping, was not performing at work and when I spoke to Norka she lifted a load of Burden off ...
"Ms. Schell is an excellent attorney."
"Attorney Norka Schell is an excellent Immigration attorney. I have worked with Attorney Schell for many years and have observed her passion to provide her clients with the best representation possible. Her ability to speak Portuguese and Spanish makes the representation to her clients exceptional. She is dedicated, passionate and very competent in her field. I highly recommend her."
"Norka is an excellent immigration lawyer, with whom I've worked on several matters. She fights for her clients and represents them with a passion. I highly recommend her."
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2003
Honarable Member, International Who’s Who of Professional
2003
Honorable Member, Empire Who’s Who
2001
Honorable Member, Who's Who In American Law
2012 - 2023
Attorney, Law Offices of Norka M. Schell
2023 - Present
AMERICAN IMMIGRATION LAWYERS ASSOCIATIONCO-CHAIR OF THE NY AILA ICE LIAISON COMMITTEE
2022 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember of the Family Law Session Liaison
2016 - Present
International Parental Child Abduction - U.S. Department of State - Bureau of Consular AffairsMember of Hague Convention Attorney Network
2001 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationChairwoman, AILA-NY Asylum Committee 2021-22
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1998
LL.M - Master of Laws
2015
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