Frieda M Goldstein

Frieda M Goldstein

4.9
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 26 years

Immigration Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Immigration

830 Third Avenue, Fifth Floor, New York, NY

About Frieda

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Immigration 100%

14 years

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 4 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2022

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 26 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2000

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Pozo Goldstein, LLP

830 Third Avenue, Fifth Floor, New York, NY, 10022

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Frieda M Goldstein's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

51 Client Reviews

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Showing 16 - 20 of 26 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Percy and Avery | May 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Outstanding representation

We were so happy we decided to call Frieda back in 2013 when my spouse and I married and sought permanent residency. It was right after same-sex marriage became legal in the United States. Frieda and her team took us through the process flawlessly. My spouse received his conditional residency in N...ovember 2013 and just recently, April 27, he received his permanent residency. Frieda reminded us that he can now apply for citizenship in August of this year. We highly recommend Frieda Goldstein for your immigration requirements. We could not be happier with her representation.

Posted by Geraldine | April 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Results guaranteed!

I honestly thought my life was over before I met Frieda Goldstein. I was frustrated and angry with the system. This deportation case took me through hell and back but she remained positive and professional throughout my rants. She's diligent, kindhearted, knowledgeable, and an overall beautiful hum...an being. She worked really hard to get my case dismissed. I am proud to say last week I became a United States Citizen. If I didn't seek her help I wouldn't be this happy today. I would 100% recommend Mrs. Frieda Goldstein. I will forever be thankful for all she has done for me. :-)

Posted by Igor | March 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Green card success

Frieda was an absolute pleasure to deal with during the Green card process for my family. We were always able to reach her by phone/e-mail, and she also helped to calm us down during this stressful process. Frieda compiled all the information we needed and prepared us for the Green card interview ver...y well. She was with us every step of the way and my family is grateful to her for winning the case!

Posted by Tatiana Garcia | August 11, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Grateful for such exceptional work

Mrs. Goldstein, Marcela Gyires and Ashantti Sousa have done such an excellent job for my husband case. We are very grateful for their hard work, dedication and support through his case. I don't have enough words to express how thankful we are for everything they have done for us. We will always be t...hankful and have them in our thoughts and prays. I will recommend them to anyone forth they are very dedicated to their cases and very compassionate to their clients. Mrs. Goldstein is capable to keep a loyal relationship with her clients and that's what everyone needs from their lawyer. Thanks again for all your hard work!

Posted by Eniko | July 31, 2015 | Immigration

The most trustworthy representation

I chose the Pozo Goldstein Firm representing me after I read the testimonials about them.All are outstanding.And that is exactly the representation what I got.Frieda Goldstein took may case.As soon as I met her,I knew I made one of the smartest choice of my life.Her absolute professionalism,and warm ...and kind personality,is just the perfect combination you can ask for in a lawyer.She made me feel safe and hopeful,because let's face it,in an immigration case you definitely want to feel safe and hopeful.This is really about your life and future.She started my case in April and now,in the end of July,I'm waiting for my notification for the oath ceremony.Her team was also wonderful,always polite.I'm so thankful,they are not enough words.I would firmly recommend the Pozo Goldstein Firm and Frieda Goldstein to anybody,who is looking for the best representation,because they are,she is simply : the best !

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Frieda M Goldstein's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ravisharon Khunkhun

Immigration lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer unequivocally. I've worked on numerous cases with Frieda and her team and she goes above and beyond to not only help her clients but to also give them a relatable and highly respectful experience. As an immigration lawyer myself, I often seek out Frieda's expertise on cases as her experience is really exceptional due to her previous work as an ICE Prosecutor!!"

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Somair Alam

Immigration lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Highly capable attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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Lloyd Golburgh

Immigration lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rebeca Sanchez-Roig

Immigration lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Herbert Ellis

Immigration lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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David Edelstein

Immigration lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Frieda for many years and can vouch for her integrity and competency. I cannot think of another attorney who has her level of expertise in immigration matters."

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Ronald Haber

Immigration lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Goldstein is a highly talented attorney with many years of experience as a DHS attorney. She possesses an outstanding knowledge of immigration law and is well qualified to represent aliens who are in deportation proceedings."

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Partner, Pozo Goldstein, LLP

2003 - 2011

Assistant Chief Counsel, Department of Homeland Security

1999 - 2003

Trial Attorney, Immigration and Naturalization Service

Associations

Florida Bar

Member

United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida

Education

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New York University

Master's Degree

N/A

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey School of Law - Camden

Juris Doctor

N/A

Rutgers University

Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

Spanish

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