Sylvia M. Montan

Sylvia M. Montan

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 31 years

Immigration Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Immigration

45 Rockefeller Plaza, Suite 2000, New York, NY

About Sylvia

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Immigration 100%

U.S. Immigration and Naturalization law. Focus on managing business immigration matters for corporate clients, not-for-profit organizations and individuals. Handling family immigration, preservation of permanent residence and U.S. naturalization.

31 years

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 30 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1995

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 31 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1994

License Administratively Revoked

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Sylvia M. Montan, PLLC

45 Rockefeller Plaza, Suite 2000, New York, NY, 10111

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Sylvia M. Montan's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 13, 2010 | Immigration

Outstanding work!

I recently retained Ms. Montan to assist me in my application for US Naturalization/Citizenship. The case had some complications as I had spent a considerable amount of time outside of the U.S. She carefully reviewed my eligibility, advised on strategy and when appropriate, proceeded to timely file... and process my application. The process was flawless. She did timely follow ups with me as well as with the government. Her fees were reasonable and her responsiveness to my inquiries was virtually immediate. She is personable and professional!!

Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2009 | Immigration

Outstanding work, Excellent Attorney, Highly Recommended

Our company recently retained Ms. Montan at the recommendation of a colleague and former client of hers. She successfully processed work visas for two of our professional workers via the E-2 visa. Ms. Montan was honest and direct about our options. She explained processing and timelines in detail... and answered all our questions promptly. We will use her services again.

Posted by anonymous | March 09, 2009 | Immigration

SUPERB!!!!!

I wholeheartedly recommend Lawyer Montan. I first worked with Ms. Montan when I changed employers and she handled my H-1B Visa. I had already had 5 years in H-1B status and she handled not only the the transfer but she recaptured unused H-1B time so that my status could be extended 18 months. Once my... extension was granted she achieved in getting approval of my PERM Labor Certification within 4 months.My I-140 and I-485 were concurrently filed in 2007 and my greencard application was approved!!

Posted by anonymous | March 04, 2009 | Immigration

Satisfied Client

Attorney Montan assisted my mother in law with the handling of her Residency application after the case had been mishandled by the American Embassy. Thanks to her, the case was resolved promptly (in less than 6 months) and Ms. Montan handled each of our inquiries with the highest degree of profession...alism. She further assisted us in obtaining my mother in law's re-entry permit and advised us on the preservation of Residency. She is an excellent, trustworthy, responsive and knowledgeable attorney. We will definitely use her services again when its time to apply for US Citizenship. I highly recommend Attorney Montan.

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Sylvia M. Montan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Immigration lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A top-notch immigration attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Roxanne Levine

Immigration lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sylvia is one of the best immigration attorneys in NYC! And she is current with the law, diligent and represents her clients zealously. She is highly ethical, hardworking and you will always get a favorable result from her hard efforts and extensive knowledge. I endorse her wholeheartedly!"

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Karin Wolman

Immigration lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"Sylvia and I were colleagues at the same firm for almost 8 years. She is attentive, kind, and scrupulously ethical."

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Roxanne Levine

Immigration lawyer

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Karin Wolman

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2015

New York Metro Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

2016 Best Lawyers - New York City, Best Lawyers in America

2014

New York Metro Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Alumni Profile - Interview, Syracuse Manuscript -Alumni Newsletter

1994

Journal of International Law and Commerce Award, Syracuse University College of Law

1994

L.F.E. Goldie Memorial Award, Syracuse University

1994

Journal of International Law and Commerce Symposium Editor, Syracuse University

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Managing Partner/President, Law Office of Sylvia M. Montan, PLLC

2007 - 2008

Senior Associate, Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, L.L.P.

1999 - 2007

Senior Associate, Wildes & Weinberg, P.C.

1995 - 1999

Associate, Law Offices of Joseph A. Sena, Jr.

Associations

2015 - Present

NYS Bar Association

Member, Committee on Immigration Representation

2015 - Present

AILA NY Chapter

Chair, Business Track, AILA NY Annual Conference,

2012 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association (NY chapter)

Member, AILA/NY District Director Liaison Committee

2011 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association (New York City Area chapter)

Co-Chair, Social Committee

2000 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

1999 - Present

United States Supreme Court Bar (Admitted 4/1999)

Member

New York State Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2014

AILA NY Chapter/CUNY Citizenship Now Day

Pro Bono

2012 - 2012

AILA NY/CUNY Citizenship Now Day

Pro Bono

2012 - 2012

NYC Bar Association, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Clinic

Pro Bono

2006 - 2011

American Immigration Lawyers Association (New York City Area chapter)

Member, Corporate Practice Committee

Education

1994

Syracuse University College of Law

Juris Doctor

1990

Fordham University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Tulane University Law School

European Legal Studies, Paris, France

Speaking Engagements

2014

Coming Back Together Reunion

How to Rise to the Bench: State and Federal

2012

Latino Heritage Month 2012 Syracuse University

Emerging Issues in Immigration Law

2012

Consular/Border Processing 101

Consular Processing of Immigrant Visas

2012

AILA New York Chapter Monthly Meeting

Issues with NIV and IV Consular Processing

2010

AILA 2010 Annual Conference

Day Coordinator-Family Track II

2008

Business Visas 101- AILA New York Chapter

Business Visas 101

2007

Business Visas 101 - AILA New York Chapter

Business Visas 101

Publications

2013

Syracuse Manuscript Magazine Emerging Issues in Immigration Law

2012

Syracuse Manuscript Alumni Profile

Languages

Spanish

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