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 21 - 25 of 29 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Brad | November 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Highly Committed Law Firm

I must say that it is hard to find law firms that are as committed as Manchanda Law Office. If it were not to be for the highly committed services of this law firm, I do not think I would have had my visa application approved if it were not to be for the help and support of this law firm. The legal e...xpertise of this law firm made a whole lot of difference to my US visa application. Many of my friends in the same situation as mine did not manage to get their visa approved and I managed to come out successfully with my visa application. It is only because of the expertise of this law firm. Rahul Manchanda showed personal interest in my case and his expertise in this field certainly gave me a lot of hope and I am certainly not disappointed with the final outcome.

Posted by Carol | November 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Impressive Immigration Legal Services

Rahul Manchanda, an immigration lawyer who knows is stuff. I couldn't thank enough for his support during one of the toughest times of my life. With my US immigration situation, my entire future was at stakes when I approached this law firm. This immigration attorney was very patient in listening to ...my concerns. The best part is that he did not intimidate me with the legal terms but spoke to me in a language that I could understand. He was very friendly but also professional at the same time. All the complicated paperwork was taken care by this law firm. Rahul Manchanda knew how to handle my complicated immigration scenario with a great tact. I am ever grateful for the commitment of this immigration attorney in getting my US visa. This law firm worked patiently on my application and made sure there were no loose ends in my application.

Posted by tiago | June 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

N 400 citizenship

I hired Rahul to help me navigate through the naturalization process with a record. I was told by others that it would be possible to become a naturalized citizen. Rahul listened to my case and was confident that I would have no issue with the N 400 form. When the stakes are high, you want some wit...h Rahuls experience and credentials. He is an aggressive lawyer that will fight for you. When you hire him, you can rest easy. He will do what he says.

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 thomasnjamison | June 26, 2012 | Immigration

Best Immigration Lawyer in New York City

My English no good. I am Lou Van from China, come here under a skilled visa category (blow molding machine technician). Anna Weiser of www.manchanda-law.com helped me. Thank you for all help.

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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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