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Peter Torben Jensen
also known as Peter T. Jensen, Esq
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About Peter
Biography
Peter T. Jensen is a New York immigration attorney with more than 35 years of experience guiding individuals, families, employers, and investors through every level of the U.S. immigration system. A graduate of Columbia College and Columbia University School of Law, he was admitted to the New York State Bar in 1990 and is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and the U.S. Court of International Trade.
Mr. Jensen’s practice spans the full range of immigration matters — from employmentand investment-based petitions such as EB-1A, EB-2 NIW, H-1B, L-1, O-1, and EB-5, to family-based cases — for clients ranging from individuals to small and mid-sized companies and Fortune 500 corporations. What distinguishes his counsel is the real business experience behind it: over his career he has worked across corporate law, insurance, shipping, and international trade, and he has served on the boards of both forprofit and not-for-profit corporations. He approaches each case not as paperwork, but as a strategic problem shaped by how companies hire, how investors move capital, and how
families plan their futures.
His perspective is genuinely international. Mr. Jensen advises clients from across Asia, the Middle East, Australia, Europe, and the Americas, and speaks several languages — including Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, and Spanish — enabling him to understand each client’s circumstances directly, with nothing lost in translation. His training reflects that global reach: alongside his Columbia degrees, he studied Chinese law at Beijing University and earned an Executive Master of Business from the Guanghua School of Management at Peking University. He also stays in frequent contact with U.S. consulates worldwide to keep abreast of evolving policies and best protect his clients’ interests.
An active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and a past member of its Department of Labor Liaison Committee, Mr. Jensen also writes articles and lectures regularly on immigration law. His work has earned a 4.9-star rating across 140+ client reviews and the Avvo Clients’ Choice Award — recognition, year after year, of a practice clients describe as responsive, meticulous, and genuinely invested in their success.
Columbia Law graduate with 35+ years of U.S. immigration experience, admitted in New York since 1990. From EB-1A and NIW to H-1B, L-1, O-1, and EB-5, I guide individuals, families, and companies — including Fortune 500s — with the business insight each case demands. Rated 4.9 across 143 reviews.
For employers and investors, immigration is a business decision. With 35+ years advising companies from startups to the Fortune 500 — and real experience in corporate law, insurance, and trade — I handle H-1B, L-1, EB-1C, PERM, and EB-5 as strategy, not paperwork. Columbia Law; NY since 1990.
35+ years guiding individuals and families through U.S. immigration — EB-1A, EB-2 NIW, O-1, H-1B, family green cards, and more. A Columbia Law graduate admitted in New York since 1990, I speak Mandarin, Japanese, and Spanish, so nothing is lost in translation. Rated 4.9 across 143 reviews.
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
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Awards
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 36 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Location
Peter T. Jensen, Esq.
110 E. 59th Street, 23rd Floor, New York, NY, 10022
Peter T. Jensen, Esq.
34 Bayview Avenue, 1A, Manhasset, NY, 11030
Peter Torben Jensen's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
146 Client Reviews
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Posted by Jennifer | November 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Wonderful attorney and team!
I’m appreciative all the help from Peter Jensen Law Firm. My green card application was a long process especially due to the delays during COVID but it all went very smoothly and with success. Peter and Erin have been very detailed with answering all my questions and concerns and I’m thankful for the...
Posted by anonymous | November 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Professional and knowledgeable
Peter and his team are knowledgeable, professional, and responsive. They are on top of all details and willing to answer all sorts of questions. Highly recommend him and his team!
Posted by Charles | July 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Got the job done!
My boss recommended to work with Peter for my green card application explaining to me that, besides his extensive knowledge and experience, he was very creative to come up with solutions. My boss was right! Right from the beginning, Peter explained to me the process, how long it would take & the ...
Posted by Roberto Pineda | March 02, 2022 | Hired Attorney
100% Recommended
The first time I met with him, he told me how long and how much my the legal process would take. He was fairly accurate on this estimate. The only thing is that the timing got a little delayed but that was because of Covid and processes were taking a little longer than usual. His customer representat...
Posted by Moritz | October 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Best immigration law firm in NYC
The Jensen Law Firm PLLC was recommended by other attorneys/friends with a foreign background. Peter Jensen, Laurie, and the entire team were preparing my business visa and employment based green card - both successfully. Peter explained the entire process, led me from step to step, and was always a...
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Experience
Work Experience
1995 - Present
Owner, Peter T. Jensen, Esq.
Associations
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Sample of Legal Cases
Approval for 3 years
Education
2012
BS - Bachelor of Science
1989
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Investment in U.S. Real Estate Immigration
2012
Thai Artist and O-1 Visa Applications
Languages
English
Mandarin
Japanese
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Can I change mailing address for filing I-824
20 Mar 2015
I am a us citizen,can I apply for us immigration for my uncle
13 Mar 2015