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Like most North Americans, I am the descendant of immigrants. My father’s family came to the United States from the British Isles many generations ago; my mother’s family fled poverty and persecution in Eastern Europe in the early twentieth century. I believe deeply that this country has always been enriched by the constant influx of new immigrants from around the world—whether they come to escape violence and persecution, to seek better job opportunities, to be closer to their families, or to live in the greatest city on Earth, New York.
I have always had a love for meeting people from other countries and learning about other cultures. I have lived in the Unites States, Canada, and Thailand, and have traveled to more then 40 countries in the Americas, Africa, Europe, and Asia for work and pleasure.
Practicing immigration law gives me the opportunity to combine my interest in different cultures with my passion for the law. I see my role as helping you not only to get a visa or a work permit, but also to understand the complex process and feel comfortable as we navigate the immigration system together.
As a gay man, my expertise and passion includes the particular challenges faced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) immigrants, including helping people seeking asylum based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or HIV status. Having worked for many years as a manager in international nonprofit organizations, I am also particularly well suited to represent people seeking visas or green cards based on employment with nonprofits. And I have garnered substantial experience successfully representing people seeking visas based on “extraordinary ability” in the arts, science, and business.
Before becoming an immigration lawyer, I worked as a corporate lawyer in Bangkok, Thailand, and as a fundraiser for international organizations, including Human Rights Watch and Action Against Hunger. I have an undergraduate degree (A.B.) in public policy from Brown University, a law degree (J.D.) from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law, and a master’s degree in international affairs (M.I.A.) from Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs.
I am an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), for which I serveas co-chair of the EOIR/Asylum Liaison Committee and the LGBT Committee, and of the Association of the Bar of the City of New York. I am also on the advisory committee for the LGBT Rights Program at Human Rights Watch. I am a competitive swimmer with Team New York Aquatics, and am on the board of directors of IGLA: International LGBTQ+ Aquatics.
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Posted by Jelena | November 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Randall Chamberlain is not just Attorney at Law extraordinaire but all around an amazing human being. Randall was the third lawyer I've worked with on my immigration case and the one who finally helped me. He is very knowledgeable, professional, kind, courteous and patient. He truly understands what ...
Posted by anonymous | February 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney
I hired Randall to assist with my green card application and since then he has always made himself available to answer any questions and concerns that I have. He takes time with his clients, is very detail-oriented, has an excellent knowledge of U.S. immigration law and is always considerate of his c...
Posted by Michael | February 6, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Randall was referred to us by an organization that works with LGBTQ couples with immigration issues. As a bi-national (one US citizen one UK citizen), Randall helped us complete the paperwork for our immigration application after our marriage in NY. He attended the immigration interview with us, and...
Posted by Charmain | February 5, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Randall preliminarily provided legal support for the entire process of acquiring an O3 visa for myself and O1s for accompanying family members. 2 years later he also provided all legal support for permanent residency applications. His services were professional and extremely thorough. He went over an...
Posted by anonymous | February 3, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Randall did a fantastic job with my green card application.
"I have known Randall for several years, and have always found him to be a knowledgeable, reliable and outstanding immigration lawyer. He is deeply committed to helping each of his clients while also advocating for a better, more humane and respectful immigration system in the US. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for an immigration lawyer."
"I have know Randall for several years and we have exchanged views on immigration cases a few times. Randall is an exceptionally talented immigration lawyer who cares passionately for his clients and is dedicated to excellence in the practice of law. I completely recommend him without reservation."
"Mr. Chamberlain is a highly capable attorney committed to providing clients experienced, knowledgeable and aggressive representation. I endorse him without reservation."
"Randy is an excellent attorney whom I wholeheartedly endorse. His thoughtful and detailed approach to the legal profession makes Randy one of the finest immigration attorneys I've had the pleasure of working with. I fully endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Randy is smart, professional, and very knowledgeable on immigration issues. Highly recommend."
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President, Board of Directors, Team New York Aquatics
1993
Admitted, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
1992
Editorial Board, Hastings Constitutional Law Quarterly
2012 - Present
Immigration Attorney, Law Office of Randall Chamberlain
2010 - 2012
Immigration Associate, Masliah & Soloway, PC
2008 - 2010
Volunteer Attorney, Masliah & Soloway, PC
2006 - 2010
Director, Institutional Giving, EngenderHealth
2005 - 2005
Director of Development and Communications, Action Against Hunger - USA
2001 - 2004
Associate Director, Foundation Relations, Human Rights Watch
2000 - 2001
Special Assistant to the Director, Japan Foundation Center for Global Partnership
1999 - 2000
Consultant, UN Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific
1994 - 1995
Associate, International Practice, Ukrit Mongkolnavin Law Office, Bangkok, Thailand
1994 - 1994
Attorney, Berman, Berkley & Lasky
1994 - 1995
Consultant, Chulalongkorn University Faculty of Law
1993 - 1993
Judicial Extern, Chambers of Judge Fern M. Smith
2020 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationChair, New York Chapter
2013 - Present
Asia CatalystBoard of Dirctors
2008 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Immigration EqualityVolunteer
2007 - Present
Human Rights WatchLGBT Rights Advisory Committee
2004 - Present
Team New York AquaticsMember
2014 - 2017
American Immigration Lawyers Association (New York City Area chapter)Co-Chair, EOIR/OPLA/Asylum Committee
2012 - 2015
Association of the Bar of the City of New YorkLGBT Rights Committee
2012 - 2014
Center for Lesbian and Gay Studies, City University of New YorkBoard of Directors
2010 - 2013
American Immigration Lawyers Association (New York City Area chapter)Pro Bono Committee
2010 - 2011
American Immigration Lawyers Association (New York City Area chapter)Media and Advocacy Committee
2010 - 2012
Team New York AquaticsBoard of Directors
2007 - 2008
Team New York AquaticsPresident
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Master of International Affairs
1993
J.D.
1990
A.B.
2021
Anatomy of Removal Proceeding 101
2020
Extraordinary and Changed Circumstances: Getting Past the One-Year Filing Deadline in Asylum
2019
I-751 Issues Regarding Divorce
2019
Nuance Issues Arising in the Representation of LGBTQ Clients in Asylum Cases
2019
Asylum 101
2018
Zealouos representation of asylum seekers after Matter of A–B–
2018
Diversity in Modern Marriages
2017
Running from Hell: The Path to a Safe Haven – Current Issues in Asylum
2016
Trump and the Future of Refugee Law
2016
Issues in Family Immigration
2014
Immigration Law Panel
2013
Inmigrante - Camino a la ciudadanía
2012
Life after OPT: Understanding the US Immigration System
2011
U.S. Immigration Law Overview
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