Kenneth Craig Dobson

Kenneth Craig Dobson

also known as Craig Dobson

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

Immigration Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Immigration, Ethics & Professional Responsibility

800 Third Avenue, 28th Floor, New York, NY

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 14 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2011

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 20 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2005

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Location

Dobson Law LLC

800 Third Avenue, 28th Floor, New York, NY, 10022

Dobson Law LLC

100 Bull Street, Suite 200, Savannah, GA, 31401

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Kenneth Craig Dobson's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by Mariana | January 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great lawyer

I don't even know where to start and how to thank Mr Dobson for his exceptional work and professionalism. I had 2 immigration processes with him. He helped me get my green card and then my citizenship. We all know how stressful this is , but he made me feel comfortable throughout the process. Very p...rofessional, knowledgeable and cautious, wich is key to a positive result. He made sure we submit everything correctly, no mistakes whatsoever and prepared me for every possible scenario. Both my cases went very smooth and i am sure it was because of him. He is probably The Best lawyer i had to work with so far. I would highly recommend him to anyone. Thanks for your hard work and dedication.

Posted by jojo | October 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

professional lawyer

i highly recommended kenneth craig dobson. he is very hands-on and patient in the answering all my question/concerns all throughout my application. i am grateful for all his support and guidance despite the challenges caused by this pandemic. overall it was smooth and stress-free process. can't than...k him enough!

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Kenneth Craig Dobson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Immigration lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Dobson is a top-notch immigration attorney. A zealous advocate for his clients and highly respected in the legal community."

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Lisa Anderson

Immigration lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a respected member of the legal community. He cares about his clients and goes above and beyond to find solutions to their legal problems."

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Richard Sanders

Immigration lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Craig is one of the most knowledgeable immigration attorneys that I know. If you have an immigration question then he is the go to guy."

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Sean Cleary

Immigration lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant attorney and a highly respected one in the legal community."

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Patrick Jarrett

Immigration lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the opportunity to get to know Craig. He is a very knowledgable and ethical immigration lawyer. I endorse him without reservation."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Jay Nunez

Immigration lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Aneliya Angelova

Immigration lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have read Mr. Dobson's answers on avvo. He is knowledgeable and professional. I would highly recommend him for any immigration matter."

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Dudley Ruffalo

Immigration lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known this gentleman and his wife for a number of years and we have referred cases both ways. I give him my highest recommendation of professionalism in his field. He has always impressed me with his knowledge and professional demeanor. He has the tools that are so lacking sometiomes in our calling. He promptly returns calls is courteous and eager to assist. I practice criminal defense law and often our areas coverge on a specific client. He researches questions and finds an answer. He is my first choice to refer a client with immigration law matters."

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Dustin Lee

Immigration lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Craig on several matters. Craig responds promptly and seems to truly care about client outcomes. Craig also attends continuing legal education in the area of immigration law, and performs a lot of independent study in his area. Craig strives to uphold the highest ethical standards."

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Adrienne Vaughan

Immigration lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I ethusiastically endorse this lawyer. He is intelligent and hardworking and represents his clients zealously. His ethical standards are of the highest caliber."

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Lisa Anderson

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Amy Wax

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Laurel Scott

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Patrick Jarrett

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Ruby Powers

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2004

New England Scholar, New England School of Law

2004

CALI Award in Law and the Ethics of Lawyering, C.A.L.I.

2004

Dean's List, New England School of Law

2003

CALI Award in International Business Transactions, C.A.L.I.

2003

Dean's List, New England School of Law

2002

Dean's List, New England School of Law

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Owner, Dobson Law LLC

2016 - 2018

Of Counsel, Crystal & Giannoni-Crystal, LLC

2008 - 2016

Owner, Dobson Law LLC

2005 - 2008

Owner, Law Office of Kenneth Craig Dobson

2003 - 2004

Editor-in-Chief, New England Journal of International & Comparative Law

2002 - 2003

Associate Editor, New England Journal of International & Comparative Law

Associations

2018 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Chair, National Ethics Committee

2018 - Present

New York City Bar Association

Member, Mindfulness & Well-Being in Law Committee

2016 - Present

Association of Professional Responsibility Lawyers

Member

2013 - Present

Savannah Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2005 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2005 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2016 - 2018

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Vice Chair, National Ethics Committee

2014 - 2017

State Bar of Georgia, Unlicensed Practice of Law Committee for Judicial Administrative District 1

Chairperson

2014 - 2016

American Immigration Lawyers Association

National Ethics Committee Member

2013 - 2014

Savannah Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2015

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Georgia UPL Chair

2010 - 2014

Lowcountry Coalition Against Human Trafficking

Board Member

2005 - 2017

New York State Bar Association

Member

Education

2004

New England School of Law

Juris Doctor

1999

Furman University

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

AILA Philadelphia Chapter 2019 CLE

Ethics - Social Media

2019

2019 AILA Annual Conference on Immigration Law

Risky Business: Ethics and Risk Management in the Current Climate

2019

2019 AILA Annual Conference on Immigration Law

Practical and Ethical Considerations in Detention Cases

2018

Practicing Mindfulness, Time Management, and Other Practical Tools to De-Stress Your Legal Practice

Practicing Mindfulness, Time Management, and Other Practical Tools to De-Stress Your Legal Practice

2017

Trust Yourself: A Basic Guide to Using Trust Accounts for Legal Fees Trust Yourself: A Basic Guide to Using Trust Accounts for Legal Fees

2017

The Complexities of Multijurisdictional Practice: Deciphering Rule 5.5 The Complexities of Multijurisdictional Practice: Deciphering Rule 5.5

2017

2017 AILA Annual Conference on Immigration Law AILA Ethics Compendium Live

2016

Health Coaching for Lawyers

Health Coaching for Lawyers

2016

AILA Annual Conference on Immigration Law AILA Ethics Compendium Live

2016

AILA Annual Conference on Immigration Law Ethical Issues in an Evolving World

2016

8th Annual Northern Border Immigration Fall Conference

Ethical Issues, Unauthorized Practice of Law, and Professional Responsibility When Delving into the Other Side

2013

Networking Lunch

Immigration Practice

2013

Immigration Reform Panel

Immigration Reform

2012

DREAM Deferred Action

DREAM Deferred Action

2012

DACA Seminar

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals

2011

Inmigracion, Impuestos, y Finanzas

Federal Immigration Law

2011

America's Broken Immigration System: The Complexity of Our Laws and How They Are Failing Us

America's Broken Immigration System: The Complexity of Our Laws and How They Are Failing Us

2011

12th Annual Holy Family Catholic Church Health Fair

Immigration Seminar

2009

Immigration Seminar at Iglesia Ebenezer

Immigration Seminar at Iglesia Ebenezer

2009

Diversity and Regionlism

Immigration and Business

2009

Citizenship 101

Citizenship 101

N/A

Immigration Issues for ESL Students

Immigration Issues

Publications

2014

La Isla Magazine Big Immigration Policy Changes Likely Soon

2014

La Isla Magazine Asylum Is Not for Everyone

2013

Victim of a Notario? You Make the Call! La Isla Magazine

2013

La Isla Magazine Immigration Reform in 2013?

2013

La Isla Magazine The Dangers of Using Non-Lawyers for Legal Work

2012

La Isla Magazine Humans for Sale: An Inhuman Business

2012

La Isla Magazine U.S. Supreme Court to Hear Arizona Immigration Law

2012

La Isla Magazine VAWA and U Visas Offer Refuge for Victims of Violence

2012

La Isla Magazine S.B. 1070 Law: A Debate to be Debated

2012

La Isla Magazine DREAMer Safety Tips

2012

La Isla Magazine Coming Soon! Provisional Unlawful Presence Waivers

2011

La Isla Magazine Truth or Dare

2011

La Isla Magazine It Depends on What the Meaning of the Word "Permanent" Is

2009

La Isla Magazine Consejos Para Elegir Un Abogado De Inmigracion

2009

Celebrate Hilton Head Magazine Doorman for America: the Immigration Lawyer

2003

New England Journal of International and Comparative Law The Spanish Government’s Ban of a Political Party: A Violation of Human Rights?

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Languages

Spanish

English

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