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Sophia Solovyova
About Sophia
Biography
Sophia Solovyova handles all aspects of Immigration Law, focusing on family- and employment-based petitions, deportation defense, and criminal immigration. Before setting up private practice, Ms. Solovyova worked at several leading immigration and civil rights firms.
An immigrant herself, Ms. Solovyova is actively involved in the community and has a strong ability to relate to her clients, easily overcoming any cultural or linguistic barriers. She enjoys the complexity of Immigration law and continuously stays on top of new developments in the field.
Ms. Solovyova holds a J.D. from the City University of New York School of Law, where she received a number of awards, including the Revson Public Interest Fellowship, the Queens County Bar Association Scholarship, and the NYC Bar Association C. Bainbridge Smith Scholarship. She served as a member of the CUNY Law Review and participated in the CUNY Law School Moot Court. Prior to attending law school, Ms. Solovyova earned a PhD in Russian History at the City University of New York and taught History for several years.
Ms. Solovyova is admitted to the New York and New Jersey Bars and is a member of the New York City Bar Association and CUNY Law Resource Network. She is fluent in Russian and conversant in Spanish.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Immigration
100%
13 years
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Licensed in New York for 13 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 14 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
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75 Broad Street, 2120, New York, NY, 10004
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Sophia Solovyova's Reviews
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Posted by Kevin D Beltran G | February 5, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best immigration attorney
My name is Kevin and I’ve been Sophia’s client for over 7 years and it’s a reason for that. Her team is reliable, honest and operate with integrity. I recommend them to anyone who is looking for the best immigration attorney. Sophia helped me out in every step of the way to secured me a Green C...
Posted by anonymous | December 27, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Horrible
She is not as good of the lawyer as she thinks she is . Why to put all educational and work experiences when in reality you can’t do anything? She is this type of the lawyer that only cares about money before anything. I have consulted with her several times on my case and every time she gave a wrong...
Sophia Solovyova
Replied last January 6, 2025I am sorry to hear that, however, I do not have a record of you consulting with our office. Typically, we only offer one consultation unless additional services are requested. If there has been any confusion or misunderstanding, I encourage you to contact our office directly. My priority is always to provide accurate legal guidance and support to all clients.
Posted by Jacques | January 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Honest and the best
I was lucky to find Sophia after meeting many esteemed law firms with no idea about immigration cases. She came with an honest approach which is rare and combined with her vast knowledge, calm demeanor, passion, and great communication she got the job done. I really think if I had any other l...
Posted by Kevin | December 3, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excelent service.
The attention is very good and an excellent graduate , the best decision to have chosen sophia as my legal representative.
Posted by Syntra | October 25, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Good Result
I took Sophia to do my case she was always available to take my questions and keep me updated on my case progression. Sophia is honest with her answers with regards to case issues and she never promise results that are outside the parameter of her practice.
Sophia Solovyova's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Sophia for more than 2 years, as we worked together with a non-profit organization. Sophia is a highly knowledgeable attorney and passionate advocate for her clients. She also recently gave me some excellent advice for one of my cases that I had been struggling with. I am fortunate to know Sophia as a colleague and a friend, and I highly endorse her!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Sophia is a highly knowledgeable and very well respected immigration attorney. Sophia is always makes time for her clients and counsels them through the toughest of circumstances. Her compassionate sense of mind puts Sophia above the rest."
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"I enthusiastically endorse Ms. Solovyova as an excellent immigration attorney. Having worked closely with Ms. Solovyova, I can attest to her meticulous and thorough preparation of each case, which comes from her dedication to the profession and her clients."
"I enthusiastically endorse Sophia Solovyova as an immigration attorney. Ms. Solovyova and I have worked on several cases together, during which she has exhibited a strong commitment for the welfare of her clients and the successful outcome of their cases. I am further impressed by Ms. Solovyova's ability to develop different strategies for a case. She is constantly thinking ahead. I believe her clients are truly fortunate to have her as their immigration attorney."
"I absolutely endorse this attorney for civil rights and immigration practice. Mrs. Solovyova is very knowledgeable and passionate about her legal practice in addition to being a great person."
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Experience
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney, Law Office Of Sophia Solovyova
Associations
American Immigration Lawyers Association
Sample of Legal Cases
ASYLUM FOR CHILD FROM EL SALVADOR
APPROVED
ASYLUM FOR A GAY MAN FROM UZBEKISTAN
GRANT BY IMMIGRATION JUDGE
Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) and Green Card obtained for a 19 year old from Dominican Republic
Case approved
ASYLUM FOR A GAY MAN FROM BELARUS
CASE APPROVED
Education
2011
City University of New York School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
City University of New York
PhD - Doctorate
Languages
Russian
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How can I return for a visit to the United States?
05 Sep 2017
Q&A
I-130 and I-130a Employment History
01 Sep 2017
Q&A
Will I have problems reentering the U.S?
01 Sep 2017