Benjamin L. Simpson

Benjamin L. Simpson

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 13 years

Immigration Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Immigration, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Civil Rights

950 Third Avenue, 11th Floor, New York, NY

About Benjamin

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Immigration 45%

14 years | 215 cases

45%
Criminal Defense 35%

14 years | 175 cases

35%
DUI and DWI 15%

14 years | 75 cases

15%
Civil Rights 5%

14 years | 25 cases

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 13 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2012

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Cohen Forman Barone, LLP

950 Third Avenue, 11th Floor, New York, NY, 10022

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Benjamin L. Simpson's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Posted by Armen | May 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Excellent

One of the few decent lawyers with a big heart. From the first minute of our communication, I felt in him a person who, under any circumstances, ready to come to the rescue and stand up for his ward. I'm happy to meet him!

Posted by John R | April 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Defense attorney

Mr. Simpson did an outstanding job representing my case. Not only was the case dismissed with the best possible option there was a mod in the protection order allowing me to return to my home in a difficult situation. Highly recommended

Posted by Sabah | April 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Very thorough and confident in preparing and presenting your case!

Ben met my husband and I towards the end of my AOS process. He was very thorough in gathering evidence for my interview and preparing us with a mock interview and getting us ready for the actual interview! The real interview was a breeze, as a result, and we were more than prepared for what the offic...er asked us.

Posted by Elizabeth | January 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Immigration case

We had a very challaging case , he was our third lawyer in my partner case . Ben stayed postivie and fought on our behalf, he was confident and very prepared. Ben always calls back and explains thing so you understand. Fantastic Lawyer !

Posted by anonymous | December 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

recommend to anyone

I would strongly recommend Ben to anyone. – I hired him for the I751 waiver interview, - and even though it was very short notice (about 2 weeks or so), and he has not previously handled my complicated case (that dragged through years), he agreed to take the case. Frankly, at first I hesitated to hir...e Ben since it did not seem that he had enough years of experience compared to the other lawyers I was considering. However, I was convinced I should hire him right after our initial phone conversation – he asked me all the relevant questions, made sure he completely understands my situation, and broke down the next steps for me, followed by a detailed email of what we discussed. He is very organized, and he is very knowledgeable in the immigration law area. Most importantly, he really cared about my case, that is why I felt comfortable to hire him to represent me. He ensured to spend extra time learning all the details about my case (I have tons of papers to go over), and he showed that he genuinely cared for the successful outcome. He drilled me on the possible questions, and made sure I am ready for any types of questions they may ask. I felt very comfortable having Ben represent me during the interview. I had a few complications to my case, and then again – he helped me greatly with his advice, and suggestions/options, and all the pros and cons on what to do next. He always responds in a short time period, and is timely at setting up appointments, he was also willing to accommodate appointments to my work schedule. Over the years, I have hired multiple lawyers, so I have quite a few to compare, and Ben was the best – I wish I have hired him all the way from the beginning. – I highly recommend.

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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Elena Denevich

Immigration lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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H. Aalsberg

Immigration lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Benjamin Simpson is one of America's Top Criminal and Immigration Lawyers. If your in trouble with the law or need papers he is the one to call. I endorse him."

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Leonard Boyer

Immigration lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Simpson is a very knowledgeable and effective advocate for his clients."

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Jeffrey Slatus

Immigration lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I fully endorse Benjamin Simpson. As an expert in both immigration and criminal law, he is qualified to advise clients on the immigration consequences of criminal acts. This is critical to have one attorney proficient in both areas. Furthermore, he genuinely relates to his clients on a personal level, guiding them through the complex legal mazes in an organized, professional fashion. Anyone who retains his services is assured they are in good hands."

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Mark Rowe

Immigration lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Benjamin Simpson is a powerful advocate for his clients. He is always prepared and very successful in the courtroom. The client who trusts his case to Benjamin makes a wise decision, and I highly recommend his work."

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Gary Anderson

Immigration lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Benjamin L. Simpson is an absolutely fantastic lawyer. He has demonstrated a high level of talent and devotion to his clients. I would have no hesitation about recommending him to anyone."

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Kevin McKie

Immigration lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have read many of the responses to inquiries given by this attorney. I can say that he gives solid advice. Benjamin L. Simpson is very knowledgeable and an aggressive advocate for his clients."

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Namita Agarwal

Immigration lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Simpson is consistently thoughtful and knowledgable when providing advice and care to his clients."

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Somair Alam

Immigration lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Simpson is a highly capable attorney committed to providing clients experienced, knowledgeable and aggressive representation. I endorse him without reservation."

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Jeffrey Cohen

Immigration lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ben is an attorney with not just knowledge of the law but a willingness and the fortitude to represent his clients zealously! His experience in criminal and immigration law is extensive and his understanding of the legal issues in both areas is more than impressive. In either area of law, Ben is an attorney you want on your side. His ability to attack the legal weaknesses followed by his never give up attitude is exactly who you want on your side when your client is in need of legal help."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2002

Alice Farwell Warren Prize - History, Skidmore College

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Senior Associate, Cohen Forman Barone, LLP.

Associations

2017 - Present

New York AILA Chapter ICE/ERO Liaison Committee

Co-Chair 2017-2018

2015 - Present

Suffolk County Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Active Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Matter of Lhila

Lawful residence granted

People v. Kernahan

Convictions vacated

Matter of A-A-O-

CAT protection granted after hearing

Matter of Kosanouvong

Relief application granted

In the Matter of C Gonzalez

Application Granted after Hearing

People v. Hecker

Full Acquittal

People v. Homsi

Full Acquittal

In the Matter of Rafael D. Henriquez

Case Terminated

In the Matter of Salnikova & Alderete

K-1 Visa Approved

People v. Budhram

Motion Granted, Case Dismissed

In the Matter of Loan Hernandez

Deferred Action Granted

Bersen v. City of New York; NYPD et al

Monetary Settlement Attained

In the Matter of Teeklall Budhram

Application Granted

Dept. of Motor Vehicles v. Rehpani

Case Closed (Dismissed on Defense Motion)

People v. Cabrera

Motion Granted

Pulliam v. City of New York, NYPD et al

Monetary Settlement Attained

In the Matter of Roberto Velasco

O-1 Visa Granted

Mendoza v. City of New York, NYPD et al

Monetary Settlement Attained

In the Matter of Oscar G. Ospina-Martinez

Asylum Granted

People v. Moore

Case Dismissed

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Education

2011

Brooklyn Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

State University of New York, Stony Brook

Masters Work

2002

Skidmore College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

N.Y. Chapter Symposium 2017

Day Coordinator

2017

Monday Evening pre CLE Meeting

ICE Raids

2017

Monday Evening CLE Immigration Custody and Bond

2016

Crimmigration CLE

Immigration Consequences of Criminal Convictions

2016

101 CLE on Mock Hearings & USCIS Interviews Immigration: Asylum Law and Interviews

2013

Glen Cove High School

Immigration Reform, Deferred Action

Publications

2017

Monthly Meeting AILA NY Chapter

Languages

English

Activity

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