Sumaiya Khalique
About Sumaiya
Biography
I help talented individuals pursuing O-1 visas, families building a life together, and businesses seeking to sponsor skilled foreign talent. My practice covers a wide range of services—from business visas to asylum, citizenship, family immigration, and removal defense—tailored to meet each client’s unique needs.
Specializing in O-1 and extraordinary ability visas, I work closely with professionals to highlight their talents in successful petitions, and I guide businesses through the complex sponsorship process, making it as seamless as possible. Having come to the U.S. as a young child, I personally understand the hopes and challenges of immigration. I advocate passionately for those facing persecution based on gender and sexual orientation, helping them find safety, and I assist families in keeping loved ones together, including helping parents with nanny visas.
My legal career began with criminal law advocacy for underprivileged youth and working on cases before the NSW Supreme Court in Sydney, Australia, and continuing in the U.S. with roles at the Kings County District Attorney’s Office and Nassau Legal Aid Society. I previously worked in two private immigration practices in New York. My 11 years of experience in immigration law, with my background in both removal defense and business immigration, allows me to offer a comprehensive analysis of each client’s immigration options to determine the most effective strategy for their case with empathy and insight.
I speak English, Bengali, and Spanish. I have guest lectured on immigration law at CUNY Law School, Hofstra University School of Law, Hunter College, and spoken on immigration panels for various community organizations. I am licensed to practice law in New York and immigration law in all 50 states. I hold a Bachelor’s in Anthropology from Barnard College, Columbia University, and a Juris Doctor from Hofstra University School of Law. I currently serve on the Beyond Barnard Advisory Council, and am a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA).
At Khalique Law PLLC, I offer more than just legal services; I strive to provide hope, opportunity, and a pathway to a brighter future. Whether you’re an individual, a family, or a business, I am here to make your immigration journey smoother, more informed, and more successful every step of the way.
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Payment Methods
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Licensed in New York for 10 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
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Khalique Law PLLC
3 World Trade Center, 175 Greenwich Street, 38th Fl, New York, NY, 10007
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Sumaiya Khalique's Reviews
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Posted by REGINALD | January 18, 2026 | Hired Attorney
She’s a very intelligent lawyer
My experience with Sumaiya was very encouraging,she is very intelligent, very updated with immigration policy changes,she knows her job very good. The only issue I do complain about her is that she doesn’t get maximum time for face to face discussions, all because of too many clients on her appointme...
Posted by Ali | January 16, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Quick Filing and Outstanding Support
Excellent experience overall. Very professional team, quick turnaround, and super responsive whenever I had questions. Their secure online portal made it easy to upload documents and communicate quickly. Everything was filed efficiently and on time. Highly recommended.
Posted by anonymous | December 8, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Great service!
We were very happy with the results we got through this lawyer. She is very welcoming and knowledgeable, and is a very responsive lawyer with a great, positive attitude. Would definitely recommend!
Posted by George | November 7, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Outstanding Immigration Attorney Who Made Citizenship Possible
Sumaiya provided exceptional legal support with my grandmother’s U.S. citizenship case, including supporting in preparing the N-648 medical waiver and guiding us through the citizenship interview. After more than four unsuccessful attempts, her attention to detail, communication, and compassion made ...
Posted by Stef | August 15, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
A pasionate lawyer
Sumaiya was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful during our consultation. She took the time to answer all of our questions thoroughly and made sure we understood everything clearly. I truly appreciate her professionalism and care, and I would highly recommend her services to my friends and family.
Sumaiya Khalique's Lawyer Endorsements
"It's my pleasure to endorse Sumaiya Khalique. I have known her for years and am proud to call her a trusted colleague. She is a highly skilled immigration attorney with years of real-world experience. She is passionate, dedicated, and client-oriented."
"Sumaiya is a dedicated, highly skilled and compassionate attorney who works hard for her clients. I fully endorse this lawyer."
"Sumaiya is very knowledgable about immigration law. I often consult with her regarding immigration matters. She is reliable and works very hard for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Sumaiya for over five years and she is both a fantastic attorney and person. She cares about her clients and is knowledgeable in her field. She is my first referral for anyone that needs immigration advice."
"Sumaiya is an intelligent, compassionate and driven attorney. She has a proven record working within all areas of immigration law. Whenever I've had a question about immigration laws and their impacts Sumaiya delivers a well-thought out and researched response in a manner that is easy to understand. Sumaiya is an asset not only to the legal community but also to the immigrant community in New York and the surrounding area."
"Sumaiya Khalique is one of the hardest working attorneys I know. I can attest to her phenomenal work ethic as we spent much of our time in law school studying together. In her years as a licensed attorney, Ms. Khalique has traveled the east coast making numerous appearances on behalf of her clients, with great success. Not only is she whip-smart, she is kind, generous, personable and passionate. I have great confidence in her capability to represent her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Sumaiya gave me very good advice and sent me helpful resource to prepare for my first asylum case. A client with immigration problem cannot go wrong by consulting with or retaining her professional office."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Sumaiya is a passionate advocate for immigrants. Her clients will appreciate her warm and reassuring spirit. I endorse her wholeheartedly."
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Experience
Honors
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
New York Metro Rising Stars Super Lawyer 2022, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Owner/Attorney at Law, Khalique Law PLLC
2015 - 2017
Attorney at Law, Smotritsky Law Group PLLC
2013 - 2014
Law Clerk, Law Office of Usman B. Ahmad
Associations
2015 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2023 - 2025
Beyond Barnard Advisory CouncilAdvisory Board
Education
2013
Juris Doctor
2009
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2025
Immigrant and Non-Immigrant Employment Visas
2024
Immigrant and Non-Immigrant Employment Visas
2023
Practing Immigration Law
Languages
Bengali
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Can I travel while my I-485 is pending with my AP combo card and after my interview ??
27 Feb 2018
Can you change mistakes on an I-130 after it was submitted?
04 Jan 2018
How long after getting a 10 year Green Card can i apply for citizenship or petition for my mother living in another country?
27 Oct 2017