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Cheryl Renee David

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Licensed for 30 years

Immigration Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Immigration

299 Broadway Suite 706, New York, NY

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 30 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1996

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

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Location

The Law Office of Cheryl R David

(212) 791-7606

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299 Broadway Suite 706, New York, NY, 10007-1979

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Immigration (71) Lawsuits & Disputes (5) Asylum (3) Litigation (2) Administrative Law (1) Criminal Defense (1) DUI & DWI (1)
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Asylum

Posted by Jon | October 08, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Asylum

Expert Guidance

We were referred to Cheryl by a friend. Even in the initial consultation, she was reassuring and knowledgeable (and frankly, more reasonably priced than other attorneys). We hired her to assist with an adjustment of status case following our marriage, though my husband already had an asylum case pen...ding. For a straightforward marriage case, we had endless delays with USCIS (some that might be fairly attributed to COVID, but mostly not). Even though normal processing is about 8 months, we were still waiting after 3 years, with multiple inquiries to USCIS at multiple levels, ombuds complaints, written requests to senators, and more. USCIS had misfiled the case without taking accountability, and causing delays more than triple the normal processing time. It was an emotionally wrought time for us, waiting indefinitely to be contacted for an interview. We were both reaching a breaking point. I am grateful that Cheryl, Michelle and Lindsey helped us keep perspective, and were able to navigate us through to a resolution. The patience and knowledge needed to negotiate US immigration is stunning, and we were grateful for their expert guidance throughout the process.

Posted by anonymous | November 18, 2013 | Asylum

Superb service, incredibly friendly staff, Cheryl doesn't take NO for an answer

My case was not an easy one and C. David's firm helped my family's American Dream become a reality. My parents' political asylum had been denied and they received several notices to leave the US through the years. This decision, we felt, was irrational since my parents had more than enough eviden...ce that they had been victims of extortion in our native country. We reached out to Cheryl David when my mother was detained (arrested) by immigration officers immediately after a scheduled appointment she had with the USCIS. My mother was then taken to different facilities throughout the northeast in a matter of 3-4 days with no explanation while, at the same time, Cheryl was building a strong appeal to have my mother released. My mother was released on day 7 after being detained and shortly after was given the chance to appear in another scheduled appointment to receive her green card. We still don't know how she made this possible; it's truly remarkable. Cheryl David and her team do not take NO as an answer. Our appeals, especially on my father's case, were rejected many times with no logical explanation and this seemed to have bothered Cheryl. We appreciate every effort she made to insist with USCIS and the US Government to have our cases reopened. This made her seem as if she were part of our family and she exhibited true concern for all of us (This is the key to her success in my opinion). She was always available to answer questions--even at times we were frustrated or lost our temper. My father's interview with an immigration agent took place three months before my wedding abroad. The goal was for him to receive his green card so he could travel to my wedding. Instead, they told him they needed to review his case further but that he would receive a decision in 60 days. When we reached the 60 days we were afraid he wouldn't make it to the wedding and, worse, that he would not receive his green card for some reason. This is where Cheryl and her team come into place. For the next few days they made calls, wrote letters, and investigated why this was happening. Long story short, I said good-bye to my father at JFK airport on Wednesday before the wedding because we didn't get an answer by then. On Thursday, Cheryl's team reached out to me while I was abroad to tell me they pulled off one of her miracles and my father would come to the wedding. That is the best gift I received. In summary, ample knowledge, charisma, and persistence begin to describe Cheryl and her leadership skills.

Posted by Richard | July 10, 2013 | Asylum

GREAT Immigration law firm, WONDERFUL people.

For the first time in his life, my husband (we are a same-sex couple) was arrested. At that time it was discovered that he had a final order of deportation issued some ten years prior. Although the arrest was due to a minor infraction this became a horrible nightmare because he was taken into detenti...on by ICE. Our whole life was turned upside down, family and friends were devastated. I am a US citizen and, up until this tragedy, was quite unaware and very unprepared to deal with immigration issues. But I explored many resources and thankfully discovered Cheryl David. She saw me the day after I called. She listened to my plight and immediately gave me a strategy that would lead to getting my loved one back where he belongs. I feel as if she and her associate Lindsay handled our case as they would had we been their own family members. I would feel remiss if I didn't mention that the firm's Michelle was also quite instrumental at driving the effort to gather the information needed to file the necessary motions. Cheryl quoted a reasonable fee for the planned work and, I believe, went above and beyond in her efforts to resolve our mess. I know Lindsay put an extraordinary effort into preparing the motion to reopen my husband's old asylum case, leaving no doubt in my mind that we would be successful. All phone calls were taken or returned, all emails were answered. I never felt out of the loop. Their efforts led to the end of my husband's detention and the return to his family and work - much sooner than I expected. Green card next! I realize all immigration issues are different. This was the most painful experience in my life and it was remedied thanks to Cheryl David's efforts. I am generally not a big lawyer advocate but this law firm is top notch.

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Hui Zeng

Immigration lawyer | Aug 19

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Somair Alam

Immigration lawyer | Feb 11

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"A top-notch immigration attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Michael Block

Immigration lawyer | Jan 28

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Amanda Denaro

Immigration lawyer | Jan 14

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"I endorse this lawyer. She is bright, capable, responsive and informed. She's willing to make the tough decisions, and her judgement is top notch."

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Nataliya Gavlin

Immigration lawyer | Dec 12

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"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. David is an experienced and dedicated professional"

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Dana Davidson

Immigration lawyer | Aug 05

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"I have known Cheryl David as a colleague and friend for several years. She is an expert in the area of immigration law, particularly with respect to deportation and removal issues. Cheryl's expertise makes her the perfect choice for anyone seeking counsel in this area. I am happy to endorse this attorney."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 28

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"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Sean Cleary

Immigration lawyer | Apr 24

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"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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John O'Brien

Immigration lawyer | Apr 16

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"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."

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Brad Micklin

Administrative law lawyer | Sep 09

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"Cheryl Renee David is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show her commitment to serving clients as well as her level of experience. She is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."

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Brandon Gillin

Immigration lawyer | Dec 07

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"I endorse Cheryl David. She has a superb reputation in the immigration law community. I would not hesitate to refer a New York client to her."

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Carl Shusterman

Immigration lawyer | Jul 05

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"I am very impressed with Cheryl David's ability to successfully represent immigrants in difficult removal cases. Cheryl is a highly regarded by her peers in the immigration bar. Last week, she was reelected to the National Board of Governors of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). She also chairs AILA's New York ICE Detention and Removal Committee. I have been practicing immigration law for over 30 years, both for the INS and in private practice, and whenever I have a difficult removal case in the New York area, I refer the matter to Cheryl David."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

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2024

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2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

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2020

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2019

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2018

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2017

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2016

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2015

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers

2014

Top Women Attorney, NY Times Magazine

2014

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2014

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2013

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2013

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2012

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2012

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2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Recognized, New York Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Public Service Award, American Immigration Council

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Recognized, New York Super Lawyers

2008

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2008

Recognized, New York Super Lawyers

2007

Recognized, New York Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Associations

2015 - Present

AILA NY - Immigration & Customs Enforcement Committee

Member

2015 - Present

AILA - NY - Customs Border Patrol Committee

Member

2014 - Present

ASISTA

Board of Directors

2007 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Director

2010 - 2013

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Chair - Executive Office for Immigration Review Liaison

2007 - 2010

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Chair - Immigration & Customs Enforcement

2007 - 2013

City Bar Fund

Board of Directors - Member

2006 - 2007

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Chair - New York

Education

1995

Western New England College School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

Spanish

French

Activity

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Does USCIS requires the consummation of marriage for the Green Card in California?

06 Dec 2015
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BAR EXAM FOR VISA EXPIRING

26 Nov 2015
Q&A

Can a few spelling mistakes in a family's passports make us disqualified from getting a green card?

17 Nov 2015
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