Rahul Dev Manchanda

Rahul Dev Manchanda

4.7
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 24 years

Immigration Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Immigration, Criminal Defense, Family

30 WALL STREET, 8TH FLOOR, New York, NY

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024
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About Rahul

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 150-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 24 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2002

Disbarred

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024

Location

Manchanda Law Office PLLC

30 WALL STREET, 8TH FLOOR, New York, NY, 10005

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Rahul Dev Manchanda's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

67 Client Reviews

Showing 46 - 50 of 67 reviews

Posted by Sharon | January 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Happy it worked out!

I am so glad I found Mr Manchanda! He is the first attorney I have met in years that really listened and understood my situation. He was very bright, confident and amusing at times. I had the feeling that it would all work out from day one. Hands down a true professional that has a good heart. Just t...he person I needed to push me in the right direction. He doesn’t hand hold and I feel like I am better for it. I had spent too many years accepting and not fighting for what is right for me and my kids. Happy to report that it worked out for me in court today! I can finally breathe after 2 years. I am eternally grateful to him for believing in me!

Posted by MELISSA | July 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney

BEST LAWYER EVER!

Rahul Manchanda was a beacon of hope to my family at a time when our options appeared limited and the possibility of a suitable resolution seemed impossible. Mr. Manchanda has provided legal advice and guidance during a difficult situation. Perhaps the thing that impressed us most was nothing was "su...gar coated". He was very straight forward and told us what to expect each step of the way. I found him to be very experienced, approachable, knowledgeable and authentic. While working with Mr.Manchanda, We felt as though our situation was in skillful and trustworthy hands, and he did not steer us wrong. I would highly recommend Rahul Manchanda to anyone seeking legal representation because he is fair, honest and will keep your best interest and sole needs at the front. Should any situation ascend, I would not hesitate to seek representation from him again.

Posted by yash vardhan | March 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Great Experience

For my U Visa case, many people referred me to several lawyers but i found most of them lacking my expectation in some way or the other. After looking for sometime, one day i decided to go with the best lawyer for my case as i din't want to take half chances. On Google, i found him to be the best rat...ed lawyer. i contacted his office and was able to talk to him and explain briefly about my case over the phone. At my first meeting with Mr. Rahul Manchanda at his office, the way in which he heard my case in detail & after seeing his prompt, meticulous & aggressive approach, i was fully convinced that he was the best choice i've made. The energy & speed at which he worked on my case was impeccable. He was very professional in his approach & responded very promptly to each one of my case-related queries & doubts. His vast experience as an immigration lawyer, energetic approach & a never give up attitude is few of his many attributes which makes him stand apart from all other lawyers in the United States. I shall never forget his immense contribution in resolving my U Visa case. Thanks a lot for taking up my case. Wish you all the best !!! GOD BLESS YOU !! Thank you.

Posted by Manbir singh | May 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Immigration and criminal

Hi fellas.. this is manbir, I want to share my experience with all of you what just happened with me couple of months ago. I had some dispute with somebody regarding some money and when I was asking for my money she called cops on me and unfortunately without asking anything from me I just got arres...ted and i found out that I am charged with misdemeanor of “aggressive harassment 2” and after that I picked up by “ICE” from the jail .. my family spoke to 10-12 attorneys at the end they hired Rahul Manchanda.. I told everything to sir.. he went to my criminal court date when I was in immigration custody and dismiss the case which helped me a lot to get out from immigration detainee center .. I got out on my very first court date . And judge and d.a wanted to give me next court date, Only because of Rahul Manchanda’s skills they had to give me bond the same court date .. and I was the only one who got bond in 12 people.. I got out 25 of April 2018 .. I will recommend everyone to contact to RDM FIRM.. because in these days trump administration is abusing immigrants and I saw people there, who’ve been there from 15 months .. I am so thankful to sir who got me out of there .. now we’re going to terminate this ice case on next court date.. thank you sir :)

Posted by waheed Khan | August 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Efficient and Responsible Attorney

I used Mr Rahul for my case. i feel from the day one confident about his work. and expertise. i am going to refer to other. he has knowledge and very responsive to email, text and phone calls. i got all my answers in few minutes,

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.

Disbarment issued in NY, 2024

updated on 07/11/2025

Disbarment is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Appellate Division of the State Supreme Court to understand the reasons for disbarment.

Disbarment issued in NY, 2024

updated on 05/19/2025

Disbarment is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Appellate Division of the State Supreme Court to understand the reasons for disbarment.

Honors

2021

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Top 100, Association of American Trial Lawyers

2013

Top Attorneys, Newsweek

2013

Empire State Counsel, New York State Bar Association

N/A

Better Business Bureau Accredited Business A+ Rating., Better Business Bureau

N/A

U.S. News & World Report Listed Lawyer - Powered by Best Lawyer, U.S. News and World Report

N/A

Top Attorneys in the United States in 2012 and 2013, Newsweek

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Faculty Member, Lawline.com

2002 - Present

Principal, Manchanda Law Office PLLC

2015 - 2015

Adjunct Professor, John Jay College Of Criminal Justice

Associations

American Bar Association

Member

New York State Bar Association

Member

New York County Lawyers' Association

Member

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

American Bar Association

Advisory Board

Education

1999

Pace University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Boston University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Yale University

Speaking Engagements

2015

Lawline.com

Immigration Law & Deportation and Removal Defense Litigation

2015

Lawline.com

Foundations of International Law CLE

2013

LexisNexis® presents a Complimentary CLE Accredited Webinar Immigration Reform and the Workplace: An Overview of Legal and Legislative Developments

2012

2011

Fundamentals of Immigration Law Seminar

Keynote Speaker

N/A

Civil Rights Litigation Update Seminar

Balancing Inalienable Civil Rights and National Security in the Post-911 Era

N/A

60th Anniversary of the UN Declaration of Human Rights

Keynote Address Speaker

Publications

2017

Page Publishing Deep State Defector

Languages

French

Hebrew

Hindi

Punjabi

Russian

Spanish

Urdu

Activity

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