Joseph Caraccio
also known as Joseph B. Caraccio, Joe Caraccio
About Joseph
Biography
Immigration Lawyer
I have been practicing immigration law since 2012. My legal practice is primarily focused on helping immigrants obtain legal status in the United States and defending those who face removal (deportation).
As part of my practice, I handle all immigration matters including:
- Deportation Defense
- Asylum
- Green Cards
- Family-based Immigration Matters
- Citizenship
- Waivers of Inadmissibility
- Visas
- Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
- Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS)
- Bond Hearings and Bond Appeals
- Employment Visas
- Department of Labor (PERM)
- Detained Removal Proceedings
- Criminal Waivers
- Tourist Visas
- Marriage Visas
- BIA Appeals
Also:
- Special Findings Orders
- Custody Determinations
- Freedom of Information Act Appeals
- Mandamus Actions
- Habeas Petitions
- Federal Appeals
- Divorces Involving Parties Outside the US
- Problems with State & Federal Government Agencies (unemployment benefits, social security claims, etc)
For more information you can visit JBC law [dot] US.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
13 years | 500 cases
13 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
10 %
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in District of Columbia for 10 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 12 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Joseph B. Caraccio
800 Third Ave, #A1189, New York, NY, 10022
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Joseph Caraccio's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 11 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | January 28, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
Very informative response
We asked about the "form I-130 advised" noted on my husband's passport. Thanks for your answer! We will definitely hire you if we need representation immigration matters.
Joseph Caraccio
Replied last January 29, 2021Thank you. I'm glad I was able to help.
Posted by Marina | February 1, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Forever greatfull
After having a mediocre experience with a criminal defense attorney (who did immigration law on the side) a few years ago, I was granted LPR status. Recently, I decided to apply for Citizenship, I retained Mr. Caraccio to help me go over my file before proceeding. This attorney had been referred to m...
Posted by Daniele | April 3, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Highly recommended!
I had a difficult immigration case and Joseph and his team guided me through the whole process from the beginning to end. Thanks to their diligence and hard work, my green card was approved on the spot!
Posted by Ken | November 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Best there is
Joseph in my book is the best there is. Not only good at what he does also very patient and understanding. He explained every single detail and kept me updated through my case. Very easy to work with and affordable. His promise time lines are on point. He has great strategies and ideas. Chose Joseph...
Posted by German | November 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Great guy and really lucky he was by my side
On the day of my interview the official that was assigning to us was really Rude and she was making excuses , saying that we didn't have the right paperwork , at that time mr Caraccio ask to speak with the person in charge and requested a new interview with a different official , which we got. Long s...
Joseph Caraccio's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I wholeheartedly endorse Joe Caraccio. Joe interned for my law firm while was a law student and did excellent work. Now that he is a practicing attorney, Joe and I have worked on several matters and I am impressed with his professionalism, work ethic, and work product. I routinely refer immigration matters to him."
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"Attorney Caraccio offers a much needed and valuable legal assistance in the most complex area of legal practice, immigration law, helping his clients to navigate various challenging issues of each immigration situation."
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Experience
Honors
2024
Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters
2023
Client Champion, Martindale-Hubbell®
2023
Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters
2022
Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star 2020, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyers® Rising Stars Award: 2019, Super Lawyers®
2018
Super Lawyers Rising Star 2018, Super Lawyers
2018
Client Champion Silver 2018, Martindale-Hubbell®
2017
Super Lawyers® Rising Stars Award: 2017, Super Lawyers
2016
Top 40 Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2016
10 Best Immigration Lawyers 2016, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2015
Top Contributor Award, Avvo
2014
Top Contributor, Avvo
2013
Clients' Choice, Avvo
2012
Public Interest Certificate, New York Law School
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Supervising Attorney, Immigration Legal Services of Long Island
2021 - 2022
Attorney, Wildes & Weinberg, PC
2018 - 2021
Attorney, Law Office of Joseph B. Caraccio
2013 - 2018
Associate Attorney, Pollack, Pollack, Isaac, & DeCicco LLP
2011 - 2011
Intern, Baum & Bailey P.C.
2008 - 2012
Law Clerk, Sweeney, Gallo, Reich, & Bolz, LLP
Associations
2016 - 2022
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
2015 - 2018
Federalist SocietyAttorney Member
2013 - 2018
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2012
Street LawMentor
2011 - 2012
Federalist Society NYLS ChapterPresident
2011 - 2017
Phi Alpha DeltaAttorney Member
2010 - 2011
Federalist Society NYLS ChapterTreasurer/Events Coordinator
Education
2012
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
BFA
2009
Speaking Engagements
2020
2019
Moot Court Judge 2019
2018
Immigration Law Moot Court Judge
Publications
2016
2015
2015
2015
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Is there a fee to file asylum form i589? i know there are fees increase for everything immigration. any update on asylum fee?
31 Jul 2025
Do I mark Have you previously filed Form I-765? as yes if I had one filed roughly 10 years ago, in different circumstances?
03 Aug 2025
How long will it take for an answer?
04 Aug 2025
Legal Guides
CHECKLIST OF EVERYTHING YOU SHOULD HAVE SUBMITTED PRIOR TO YOUR INDIVIDUAL HEARING
27 Sep 2022
What you need to know about the changes to the 601A Waiver rule.
29 Jul 2016
Freedom Of Information Act Requests: A Powerful Tool In Immigration Matters
29 Mar 2016