Ruchi Thaker

Ruchi Thaker

4.9
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 23 years

Immigration Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Immigration

100 Church Street, Suite 800, 8th Floor, New York, NY

About Ruchi

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Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Immigration 100%

criminal deportation defense, family-based immigration, citizenship and naturalization, consular processing, immigration court representation, appeals and motions to Board of Immigration Appeals, VAWA cases, SIJS cases, and more

24 years | 800 cases

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 23 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2003

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 23 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Ruchi Thaker

100 Church Street, Suite 800, 8th Floor, New York, NY, 10007-3001

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Ruchi Thaker's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

64 Client Reviews

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Showing 21 - 25 of 33 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Lola | April 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

GREAT LAWYER

She handled my immigration case from motion to reopen to adjustment of status for permanent residency. She was fully and totally committed from day one. Communcation between attorney and client was excellent. Through the entire process, her punctuality and professionalism was second to none. Once hi...red, I knew I was in good hands. I have zero reservation in recommending her for any immigration case you may have. Lastly, this is a lawyer you can totally count on. My case was completely successful. That's why I am a legal United States permanent resident today. Hire her. This is a good lawyer.

Posted by Laura | February 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Extremely Competent & Ultra responsive

I hired Ruchi to help with my brother's immigration case. My brother was detained by ICE and was in removal proceedings. What I loved about Ruchi was that she was knowledgeable, accessible, prepared, and experienced. And above all, she is an honest and genuine person. She does all the work herself so... she knows the case intimately. There is no assistant that will filter your calls and push you off to call back later. We could ask Ruchi about any section of the immigration law because she practically had the textbook memorized. On our court date, the judge threw an unexpected surprise. It was because of the depth of the documentation that Ruchi prepared, her professional demeanor in front of the judge, and her capacity to directly apply textbook law to our case in the heat of the moment that won us the case! It is without a doubt that I would recommend Ruchi!

Posted by Nana Kojo | June 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Outstanding overall experience

To this day, I cannot believe my luck in finding Ruchi to represent me in my case which seemed to be a " dead end" case. My first encounter with Ruchi was immediately after having my case denied. Had my share(2) of immigration attorneys here in Manhattan. Ruchi reopened my case I-130 My overall expe...rience with Ruchi cannot be overstated. Not only was she genuinely interested in my case, I like the fact that she's a very hands on attorney . She stayed on top of every process and updated me every at every stage, thereby reducing my anxiety . I was able to worry less knowing that my case was entrusted with her. It also didn't hurt to have an attorney with a hearty disposition.I picked up my Greencard today and it was bitter sweet for me, in the sense that I'm really going to miss being in the capable hands of a very competent attorney. Ruchi will fight for you the best way she can. If you need help with your case, one name-Ruchi! With utmost gratitude---- Nana. K

Posted by Lawrence | November 03, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

A journey we fought tirelessly!! Is now a successful one

After our first attorney failed us on numerous occasions, we decided it was time to change our attorney. We found Ruchi Thaker on google and hired her based on the reviews she received form past clients. Our case was the first case she EVER had a denial on for the I-601 waiver. Ruchi was anxious ...to refile the denial because she felt like the reasoning behind the officer’s decision was not reasonable. We refile in February, 2015 and we got an interview notice for October, 2015. At the end of our interview the officer said she has to review the files and we will hear from her via mail. The officer also stated that she needs to review and file and let us know what else she needed via RFE. Two days later we were inform by Ruchi that the case was approved. This was the day we long prayed and waited for. Our journey commenced in 2010 and when I say a journey I literally meant a journey. This journey has come to an end on October 23, 2015. I don't think that this would have been possible without the DETERMINATION and THOROUGHNESS of our attorney Ruchi Thaker. Hiring her as our attorney was one of the best decision we made collectively. She is the BEST there is out there and what you pay for is what you will receive and much more. She kept us informed anytime there was an update on the case. Really we appreciate all of your hard work on bringing this home for us. I will CERTAINLY recommend her at anyone who is looking for an immigration attorney. Thanks so much Ruchi!!!

Posted by Mr .G | October 10, 2014 | Immigration

Best attorney ever

We had such a great experience with Ruchi Thaker.We had such a complicated case but thanks to her professionalism ,dedication ,patience and knowledge of immigration laws ,we were able to get an approval of the i 485 . If you are looking for the best immigration lawyer in the tri state area Ruchi Tha...ker is the one you want .

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Ruchi Thaker's Lawyer Endorsements

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Elena Denevich

Immigration lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Darius Marzec

Immigration lawyer | Sep 08

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Ruchi Thaker has serious passion and drive for her work in the immigration field. She is known in the field for taking on difficult and sometimes hopeless cases. She has an uncanny ability to come up with solutions where there are not any at first glance. She is able to do this given her long term experience in the field and having handled hundreds of matters. She also has a depth of legal knowledge honed after having done many federal appeals and cases. When representing clients in court or other proceedings, one could not have a better advocate. She is trustworthy, intelligent, and just a superb lawyer."

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Lois Brenner

Immigration lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Highly skilled and respected Immigration Attorney."

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Saleem Rizvi

Immigration lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ruchi possesses exceptional litigation skills in the area of deportation and removal proceedings. She also deeply cares about her clients and give them her undivided attention."

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Howah Hung

Immigration lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Ruchi for several years and I wholeheartedly endorse Ruchi Thaker. She is a hard working and meticulous attorney, and her successes in immigration law cases speak for themselves."

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Jeffrey Mcadams

Immigration lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Having known Ms. Thaker since 2000 I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. She takes her job very seriously, is extremely knowledgeable about immigration law and what it means to be subject to it, and cares about her clients. She honestly helps people who come to her for her advice and expertise. Jeffrey McAdams, mcadamslaw.net"

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Betty Huang

Immigration lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ruchi has been invaluable in developing my immigration legal practice. Ruchi is extremely knowledgeable about complex immigration issues and never hesitates to provide advice, suggestions and legal strategies. Ruchi is an excellent attorney and represents her clients honestly, zealously and successfully! I am proud to have her as a colleague and a friend. It is with pleasure that I give her this endorsement as one of the best immigration attorneys in New York City."

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Labe Richman

Immigration lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Thaker is resourceful, hardworking, and knowledgeable. I have worked with her on many cases and am always amazed at the energy she is able to apply to her client's matters. I heartily endorse her."

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James Bacher

Immigration lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ruchi Thaker is one of the most talented and well-read attorneys I know in the field of immigration law. Her abilities in representing clients is only surpassed by her attention to detail and passion for her clients. I wholeheartedly endorse Ruchi Thaker in the field of immigration law."

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Stephen Scott

Immigration lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ruchi Thaker is that rare combination of intelligence, hard work, professionalism, and congeniality. I cannot say enough good things about her."

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Matthew Guadagno

Immigration lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I worked with Ruchi before she started her own law firm. She is a very talented immigration lawyer who cares about her clients. Most of all, she does great work!"

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Irwin Berowitz

Immigration lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I am privileged to work with Ruchi Thaker as her law partner. She is thorough, detail-oriented, and extremely dedicated to her clients. She is responsive to client questions and offers sound legal advice. Having known her for over 8 years as an immigration attorney, I can proudly say that she is one of the best lawyers and one of the most genuine person I know."

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Top Women Attorneys in New York Metro Area, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Clients Choice, Avvo

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Client Choice, Avvo

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Owner/Sole Proprietor, Law Office of Ruchi Thaker

2007 - 2012

Partner, Thaker Berowitz LLP

2002 - 2007

Associate, Bretz & Coven LLP

Associations

2003 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Zmijewska v. Gonzales

Voluntary departure bar was not held against the client and she was eligible to pursue adjustment of status

Ashley v. Ridge

Client was granted bond and released from immigration detention

Matter of Zmijewska

Voluntary departure bar was not held against the client and she was eligible to pursue adjustment of status

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Education

2002

Syracuse University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

Rutgers University, New Brunswick/Piscataway

Bachelors of Arts

Languages

English

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