Katia Jamaica Teirstein

Katia Jamaica Teirstein

also known as Katia Jamaica Leiselsen

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 15 years

Immigration Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Immigration

575 Fifth Ave, New York, NY

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 15 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2011

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Katia Teirstein PLLC

575 Fifth Ave, New York, NY, 10017

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Katia Jamaica Teirstein's Reviews

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179 Client Reviews

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Posted by Andres Acevedo | September 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

O1 visa

I enlisted the services of Tattoo Visa for my O-1 visa application, and the experience was exceptional. Their team demonstrated meticulous attention to detail throughout the entire process, providing effective answers and solutions to all my questions. The user friendly app facilitated easy step by s...tep guidance and instant communication. In conversations with other tattoo artists who worked with different law firms for their O-1 visas, I learned that they did not receive the same level of support and assistance that I experienced with Tattoo Visa. The team offered comprehensive support, including drafting crucial letters and organizing all the necessary information for my case. Building a case for an O-1 visa is highly complex, and the thoroughness of the submission prepared by Tattoo Visa underscored the importance of patience and precision in the process. I am confident that Tattoo Visa is the premier firm specializing in visa applications for tattoo artists. I look forward to the possibility of collaborating with their team again in the future.

Posted by Showstoppr | August 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

5 star service!!!

I can’t thank these ladies enough for all the hard work they’ve put in to help me get my O-1 visa!! Katia and her team are the best in the business and made the process super smooth and their patience is second to none! Highly recommend Tattoo Visa to anyone on the fence about it!!!

Posted by Angelo | August 07, 2024 | Hired Attorney

My VISA01 a dream come true

always available !!! truly a super professional made my dream come true, all the creaw very great , anytime i need help all the staff always help me I recommend this lawyer to everyone because he is a powerhouse………….

Posted by Noa | July 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Ms

She was prompt and thorough in addressing all my questions. She assisted me with all the necessary documents and ensured I was fully prepared to start my journey. If I need assistance in the future, I will definitely seek her help again!

Posted by Tek | July 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Successful O1 visa

I am very satisfied. The whole process was absolutely professional and Katia was very supportive at every stage. What truly set amazing Tattoo Visa team was incredible knowledge, strategic and systematic approach, making the process much less stressful. They are not only a remarkable attorneys but ...also genuinely interesting and friendly. Highly recommended!

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Katia Jamaica Teirstein's Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Immigration lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Leiselsen's number one priority is to protect her clients' best interests and to provide highly knowledgeable, experienced and aggressive representation on their behalf. A highly recommended immigration lawyer."

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Jillian LaCroix

Immigration lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Katia is an experienced immigration attorney and a lovely person to work with. When I began practicing immigration law she was generous with her time and advice. As a practicing attorney it is wonderful to have a colleague that I can consult with on complicated cases and strategic issues. I fully endorse Katia and believe that she an exceptional attorney."

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Deborah Nilson

Immigration lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Katia Leiselsen for her immigration work. We have worked together on several files and the clients are very happy with her results."

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Jillian LaCroix

Immigration lawyer

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William Forni

Intellectual property lawyer

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Stephanie Messas

Commercial real estate lawyer

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Emily Ayoob

Corporate and incorporation lawyer

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Regine Heiden

Immigration lawyer

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Aurelie Crystal

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Michael Wildes

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2010

Public Interest Fellow, Yeshiva University

2006

Certificate of High Scholarship, University of Washington

2005

Deans List Award, University of Washington

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Senior Attorney, Managing Parnter, Tattoo Visa

2012 - Present

Founding Partner & Attorney at Law, Law Office of Katia Leiselsen

Associations

2011 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

E-2 Change of Status

Approved

family-based green card

Approved

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Education

2010

Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

University of Washington

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

How to Live and Work in NY as a Foreign Creative Immigration for Artists

Languages

French

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