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About Karin
My business immigration practice serves a diverse range of corporate and individual clients in the sciences, healthcare, finance, business, social service and religious organizations, architecture, arts & design. I have served on a wide variety of committees for the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), both locally in New York, the largest chapter, and for the national organization, including over a decade as moderator of the O & P visa message board on AILA InfoNet, a forum for immigration lawyers to share information on current legal issues & agency trends about visas for artists, performers, athletes, and other aliens of extraordinary ability. I have also moderated the AILA InfoNet forums on L and E visas. My longstanding pro bono service commitments include the Episcopal Diocese of New York and the CUNY Citizenship Now Volunteer Corps.
If you are an employer, I can help you get the right type of work visa or permanent residence for the foreign workers your organization needs to hire and retain, and can help plan for immigration consequences to your workforce of mergers, acquisitions and other changes to corporate structure.
If you are an individual, I can advise on which visa categories may be available to you, and can help obtain the right visa status for your needs, and help you plan long-term visa strategy to accommodate career & personal plans, which may involve visas, residence, & citizenship, for yourself and your family.
Practice areas
- Immigration: 100%
I handle employment-based immigration matters for employers and individuals, as well as family-based cases and naturalization.
24 years
Languages spoken
English
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Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| NY | Currently registered | 1991 | 07/11/2019 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Servant of Justice Award | Episcopal Diocese of New York | 2017 |
| for contributions to the Daily News Call-In & Citizenship Day | The Daily News & CUNY Citizenship Now! | 2012 |
| for service on Citizenship Day Committee | AILA, New York Chapter | 2010 |
| for service as NY Conference Handbook Editor | AILA, New York chapter | 2008 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Principal | Law Office of Karin Wolman | 2006 - Present |
| Senior Associate | Wildes & Weinberg, P.C. | 1998 - 2006 |
| Associate | Law Office of Susie Kim | 1996 - 1998 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| American Immigration Lawyers Association | Attorney Member | 1996 - Present |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| PLI Basic Immigration Law 2019 | ABC's of Nonimmigrant Visas | 2019 |
| 2019 AILA Immigration & Nationality Handbook, Fundamentals | O and P Nonimmigrants | 2019 |
| 2017 AILA Immigration & Nationality Handbook, Practice Pointers | Finding the Right Fit for Superlative Individuals | 2017 |
| AILA NY chapter CLE materials, "Advanced Naturalization Issues" March 6, 2017 | Issues of Physical Presence & Continuous Residence for Naturalization | 2017 |
| PLI Basic Immigration 2016 | The Long Road to US Citizenship | 2016 |
| 2015 AILA Immigration & Nationality Handbook, Practice Pointers | How to Handle RFEs for the Extraordinary Worker | 2015 |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 AILA Immigration & Nationality Handbook, Practice Pointers | Globalization, Technology and Telecommuting: Does Where You Are Mean Anything Anymore? | 2013 |
| AILA NY Symposium Handbook | Practice Pointers for Non-PERM Cases | 2013 |
| AILA NY Symposium Handbook | Walking the Line - Approaches to Dual Representation in the Immigration Context | 2012 |
| 2012 AILA Immigration & Nationality Handbook, Practice Pointers | The O-1 to EB-1 Transition: A Leap of Faith | 2012 |
| AILA NY Symposium Handbook | Payment of Foreign Nationals | 2009 |
| Immigration & Nationality Law Handbook, 2009-2010 | Off With Their Heads! The Impact of M&A on Nonimmigrant Employees | 2009 |
| Maintaining the Melting Pot Without Getting Burned, 10th AILA NY Symposium Handbook | Nobody's Perfect, But Perfection is Still a Worthy Goal | 2007 |
| 2007 AILA Immigration & Nationality Law Handbook, Volume I | A Guide to the Immigration of Nurses and Allied Health Care Workers | 2007 |
| Immigration's New Age, 7th AILA NY Symposium Handbook | Crime and Immigration Consequences: A Snapshot | 2004 |
| PLI 35th Annual Immigration & Naturalization Institute | Mergers & Acquisitions Update | 2002 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| University of California at Los Angeles School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1990 |
| Columbia University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1987 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| PLI Basic Immigration Law 2018 | Nonimmigrant Visa Categories | 2018 |
| AILA Annual Conference 2018 | Extraordinary Polymaths | 2018 |
| AILA RDC-EMEA Chapter Fall 2017 Conference | Pitfalls & Current Issues with Immigrant Visas & Adjustment of Status | 2017 |
| AILA New York Chapter Meeting | O-1/P, EB-1 & NIW: How Extraordinary Are Your Clients? | 2017 |
| AILA Annual Conference 2017 | Exceptional / Extraordinary / Outstanding: Where Do You Fit? | 2017 |
| Advanced Naturalization Issues CLE | Issues of Physical Presence & Continuous Residence | 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| PLI Basic Immigration Law 2016 | Naturalization | 2016 |
| PLI Basic Immigration Law 2015 | Naturalization | 2015 |
| AILA Podcast | O-1 Visa Petitions in the Fields of Motion Pictures & TV | 2015 |
| AILA NY Chapter Citizenship 101 | Ethics & Screening for Naturalization | 2015 |
| AILA Annual Conference 2015 | The Extraordinary, Outstanding & Exceptional RFE | 2015 |
| PLI Basic Immigration Law 2014 | Naturalization | 2014 |
| Advanced Corporate Immigration Conference | Ethical & Practical Concerns in I-140 and Adjustment of Status | 2014 |
| PLI Basic Immigration Law 2013 | Naturalization, Employer Sanctions, and Overview of NYC Office | 2013 |
| AILA NY Symposium 2013 | Anchors Aweigh - Non-PERM Immigrant Visa Options | 2013 |
| AILA Annual Conference 2013 | Globalization, Technology & Telecommuting: Does Where You Are Mean Anything Anymore? | 2013 |
| Advanced Corporate Immigration Conference | Hot Topics - Nonimmigrant Visas | 2013 |
| PLI Basic Immigration Law 2012 | Naturalization, Employer Sanctions & Overview of NYC | 2012 |
| NYSBA Immigration Law Update 2012: Basics & Beyond | Naturalization | 2012 |
| AILA Audio/Web Seminar | ABCs of Immigration Law: Employment-Based Immigrant Visas | 2012 |
| AILA Annual Conference 2012 | Song for a Star: Strategies for Athletes, Artists & Entertainers | 2012 |
| ILW.com CLE AudioSeminar | Illuminating the Dark Ages: Disturbing Trends & Pleasing Solutions in Employment-Based Immigration | 2011 |
| AILA NY Chapter Naturalization 101 CLE | Naturalization | 2011 |
| AILA national Audioseminar | Currrent Issues for Artists & Entertainers | 2011 |
| Austrade Digital Media Mission 2009 | US Visa Issues for Australian Media Firms | 2009 |
| AILA Annual Conference 2009 | Corporate Changes, Immigration Status & Options | 2009 |
| ABC's of Immigration Law: Employment-Based Immigrant Visas | Employment-Based Immigrant Visas | 2009 |
| 12th Annual AILA NY Symposium | Tax & Financial Issues for Immigration Lawyers | 2009 |
| Austrade Digital Media Mission | US Visa Solutions for Australian Media Firms | 2008 |
| AILA NY Chapter - CLE Seminar | Business Visas 101: E1/E2, O-1, H-3 & J-1 | 2008 |
| AILA New York Chapter meeting | Heaven & Hell: Immigration Consequences of Mergers & Acquisitions | 2008 |
| AILA Audio/Web Seminar | Immigration Options for Nurses | 2008 |
| AILA Annual Conference 2008 | Employment-Based Immigration | 2008 |
| Nursing in the USA - Information Seminar | Planning Ahead- Understanding Citizenship, Nationality and Immigration Issues | 2007 |
| Consular Processing of Immigrant Visas, NYIC | Consular Processing of Immigrant Visas | 2007 |
| AILA Annual Conference 2007 | Immigration for Nurses & Allied Health Care Workers | 2007 |
| 10th Annual AILA NY Chapter Symposium | Nobody's Perfect - managing client expectations | 2007 |
| AILA Annual Conference 2006 | NIV Overview: Unlawful Presence | 2006 |
| 9th Annual AILA NY Chapter Symposium | Immigration for Nurses & Allied Health Care Workers | 2006 |
| 7th Annual AILA NY Chapter Symposium | Crime & Immigration Consequences | 2004 |
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(24)Debbi Klopman, Immigration Attorney on Feb 19, 2014
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I have gotten to know Karin over the last few years and have come to appreciate her both for her stunning intellect and her honest concern for her clients. I am grateful always to be able to brainstorm with her and marvel at her special gifts. I heartily endorse Karin Wolman.
Stuart Reich, Immigration Attorney on Jun 9, 2008
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I have had the privilege of serving with Karin on several committees and on continuing legal education panels, and I have consistently been impressed with the breadth of Karin’s knowledge and her devotion to immigration practice. I have found her comments and advice in her editorial role invaluable, and admire Karin a great deal for her wisdom and integrity.
Elena Denevich, Immigration Attorney on Nov 7, 2017
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Molly Full, Immigration Attorney on Jul 18, 2017
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Somair Alam, General practice Attorney on Feb 11, 2017
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A top-notch immigration attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
Rachel Sabo, Employment and labor Attorney on Jun 1, 2016
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Ksenia Maiorova, Immigration Attorney on May 10, 2016
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Ms. Wolman is well-known within the immigration community as one of the country's "go-to" lawyers for Extraordinary Ability cases. I have personally benefited from her mentorship, and as a result, so have my clients. If you have a complex Extraordinary Ability case, Ms. Wolman should certainly be among the attorneys you consider hiring.
Stacey Simon, Immigration Attorney on May 4, 2016
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Michael Block, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Jan 28, 2016
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Alexander Ivakhnenko, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 27, 2015
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Attorney Karin Wolman brings decades of stellar legal expertise to dissect any complex immigration situation to a clear, precise and practicable plan for action giving a prospective client a valuable service of selecting the best legal option under the circumstances. Highly recommended.
Howard Lewis, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 9, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Wolman is one of the finest immigration attorneys in her state. I highly recommend her legal services.
F. Capriotti, Immigration Attorney on Feb 11, 2015
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Ms. Wolman is at the 'top of her game' and I endorse her without hesitation.
This lawyer truly cares about clients and helping others. I endorse this lawyer.
Hovanes Margarian, Consumer protection Attorney on Jul 19, 2014
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Gina Famularo, Child custody Attorney on Jul 2, 2014
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Kevin Landry, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 1, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. I have reviewed many of Attorney Wolman's responses to complicated legal matters. Her thoughtful and insightful answers demonstrate that she has the utmost knowledge of Immigration law and is a passionate advocate for her clients. She is a great asset to the immigration bar and I wholeheartedly endorse her.
Temitope Habib, Immigration Attorney on May 12, 2014
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John O'Brien, Personal injury Attorney on May 7, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community.
L. Ehrens, Immigration Attorney on Apr 30, 2014
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Karin is a star and is one of the brightest minds in immigration law. Regardless of how long we have been practicing, immigration lawyers often face complex or new issues that we must discuss with other knowledgeable lawyers. Karin has always been a dependable source of trusted expert advice. She is able to resolve the most obscure or complicated immigration puzzles. Her love for the challenge benefits not only her clients, but also the immigration lawyer community.
Debbi Klopman, Immigration Attorney on Feb 19, 2014
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I have gotten to know Karin over the last few years and have come to appreciate her both for her stunning intellect and her honest concern for her clients. I am grateful always to be able to brainstorm with her and marvel at her special gifts. I heartily endorse Karin Wolman.
Elliot Yi, Immigration Attorney on Sep 27, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer.
Lindsay Curcio, Immigration Attorney on Sep 3, 2012
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I am very familiar with Karin's outstanding work in immigration law through our membership on various bar association committees and through her pro bono efforts. Karin has a comprehensive knowledge of immigration law. She is ethical and devoted to helping her clients as well as giving back to the community. I highly endorse Karin.
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