Jessica Hargis

Immigration Attorney at Brooklyn, NY

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The Best Immigration Lawyer!

We would like to take this opportunity to thank Jessica for her assistance throughout this whole process. Her expertise and dedication to see this through was remarkable. We are very grateful of her because she made everything so easy for us and was always there when we had questions or queries. Thanks again Jessica, I feel like we can't thank you enough for your services but thanks to you my husband and I are finally together! We wish you all the best as an attorney. To the people viewing this review, we promise you will not regret hiring Jessica as your lawyer, you will be in safe hands. :)

Glad we found Jessica!

My wife (Colombian) and I (US green card holder) contacted Jessica about 1 year ago after speaking to about 4 other immigration lawyers. We didn’t really feel a connection with or trust in the others we spoke to and were still searching. Jessica offered us a free consultation and by the end of the call, we told her our choice was made. What was interesting was that the others all wanted us to sign a contract and pay upfront, and Jessica refused to take any money until we collected all of our documents (and we actually kept insisting!) She reviewed them and really knew our case. She helped us to gather the items she needed, promptly answering emails, providing instruction on the proper birth certificate etc. Once we had our initial items ready, and Jessica started the case, we were ready to file in about a week. The speed and accuracy of her work was quite remarkable. We had a long wait from USCIS, a little less than a year, but thanks to her work our case was approved by mail without an interview. This is a really great lawyer worthy of you putting your life into her capable hands.

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Immigration

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FREE CONSULT. CLIENT'S CHOICE AWARD (10 YRS), SUPER LAWYERS AWARD (7 YRS), MARTINDALE CLIENT CHAMPION AWARD (2 YRS). 17 YEARS EXPERIENCE. LGBTQ FRIENDLY. SPOUSE, FIANCE, FAMILY, EMPLOYMENT AND CITIZENSHIP CASES. 100% IMMIGRATION. NO PARALEGALS.

Free Consult. CLIENT'S CHOICE AWARD (10 yrs), SUPER LAWYERS AWARD (7 yrs), MARTINDALE CLIENT CHAMPION AWARD (2 yrs). 17 YEARS EXPERIENCE. LGBTQ friendly. Spouse, fiance, family, employment and citizenship cases. 100% Immigration. No paralegals.

Jessica Hargis is a NYC Immigration Attorney with over 17 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE who has won over 1,000 cases, including spouse, fiance & family based cases, employment based cases, extraordinary ability, citizenship, investor visas, DACA, waivers and more... all including successful approvals through USCIS and US Consulates even after failure by other immigration attorneys.

Jessica is proud to be an active member of the American Immigration Lawyer's Association (AILA) and is also honored to be on the attorney referral list for Immigration Equality, a national LGBTQ+ rights immigration organization.

She received her Juris Doctorate from Seton Hall University School of Law in 2006 as the recipient of the prestigious Presidential Scholarship Award, with coursework focused on advanced issues in immigration law, and has specialized in Immigration Law since obtaining her law degree in 2007. She served in Seton Hall's Immigration Law Clinic and ACLU NJ in Newark, New Jersey from 2005 - 2006. She received her Bachelor of the Arts Degree from Vassar College in 2003. She is admitted to the practice of law in the State of New York.

For more information on the benefits of working with Hargis Law Firm, including various awards won, please visit our website.

Awards

Client's Choice

2023 2022 2021 + 8 ...

Top Contributor

2014

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Licensed for 16 years

State NY

Status Currently Registered

Acquired 2007

Updated 11/17/2022

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Hargis Law Firm, PLLC

(833) 685-7533 Office

52 7th Avenue, Park Slope

Brooklyn, NY, 11217

HargisLawFirm.com

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Jessica received a significant number of 4+ stars in 2023

Posted by Keehan Symba | March 30, 2023

The Best Immigration Lawyer!

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Posted by Casey | March 29, 2023

Glad we found Jessica!

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Posted by Claire | March 19, 2023

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Jess was resourceful, timely and knowledgeable. We could not have done this process without her- and she made the whole thing stress free. We were incredibly lucky to have her and I've since recommended her several times.

Posted by Taylor F | February 28, 2023

Great Lawyer for Immigration Needs

Jessica was great to work with for our Green Card process! She was very responsive to any and all of our questions and made the overall process smooth for us. No matter when we reached out, she always responded within a day’s time. Initially we were nervous about the process but she prepared and guided us from start to finish. She was very open and honest about what was happening and made sure to keep us on track. Highly recommend working with Jessica for any of your immigration needs!

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Posted by Raphael | February 25, 2023

The best choice!

Working with Jessica was simply amazing! Over the course of three years, Jessica guided us efficiently and thoroughly. She kept track of all our filings and paperwork whenever they were due, provided clear and easy instructions at every step, and did all of this with utmost care and empathy. Jessica was incredibly responsive to all our questions (and we had many!) and provides straightforward advice. We couldn't recommend Jessica’s service more.

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Posted by Jesse | February 24, 2023

An all positive experience

Jessica is a wonderfully sincere, trust-worthy and kind person, as well as an extremely knowledgable, experienced, and effective attorney. She helped my wife and I immensely with our marriage adjustment of status and marriage greencard case, which was approved recently. Over the course of the several years we consulted with Jessica, we were always able to obtain a speedy and helpful response to any and all questions we had, and was easily able to set up a conversation over the phone when needed. Jessica clearly detailed all of the requirements for our case's filing long in advance (with helpful reminders along the way) and gave us realistic expectations, so there were never any surprises or stress. Jessica even helped us to expedite our case, resulting in our case being approved even faster than was anticipated (and without any interview!). I very strongly recommend Jessica and her firm for anyone preparing for or going through an immigration case in the US.

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Posted by Nancy | February 23, 2023

Superb!

Jessica was superb to work with. Thanks to her expertise in immigration law, she made going through the permanent resident card application so easy. Her calm and confident demeanor made the wait times easier to bear. She supported us through every step with a friendly manner and ready advice.

Posted by Bryan | January 20, 2023

The best lawyer!

Me and my fiánce consulted Jessica for help with the greencard process through marriage. Prior to Jessica, I talked to a few other lawyers and they weren’t able to answer questions that I asked. Jessica is super knowledgeable, she has a lot of experience working with immigrants, and gave us a free consultation, answered all our questions clearly. We had a bit of a unique case, and she was even able to advise on that. She is also very positive and sweet, took all our stress out. She is not a lawyer that just tries to get things done as quickly as possible, but also supports you in any way through your journey. We will definitely hire her for our process!

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Posted by Slim | December 26, 2022

Exceeded all expectations and an extremely nice person

Jessica handled our citizenship application (for a husband and wife). Everything was flawless and effortless on our part. Jessica held our hand every step of the way, preparing us thoroughly for each, she is incredibly competent and able to anticipate all potential problems. She is exceptionally responsive and generous with her time. She also showed a lot of humanity and empathy. We had worked with another bigger immigration law firm before and Jessica was head and shoulders above. If there is a person we would recommend without any reservations and with the most enthusiasm, it is Jessica.

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Posted by Vincy | December 12, 2022

Highly professional, friendly and lovely to work with!

I hired Jessica for my spousal green card petition and it was a smooth and lovely process. She was friendly, communicative, knowledgeable and professional every step of the way. Her instructions were clear and easy to follow, she was highly organized and had calm, thorough answers to all my questions. Our case was approved without an interview and I fully attribute that to Jessica’s attention to detail and expertise. It was the smoothest process I could have hoped for and I look forward to working with Jessica again once I can apply for my citizenship. I absolutely recommend her to anyone seeking immigration help.

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Posted by Anna | December 6, 2022

Absolutely the Best (and I am a Lawyer!)

Jessica was recommended to me by not just one but two couples, so I knew I had to contact her. I am a lawyer myself, and she exceeded my expectations consistently. She explained options fully. She answered my (many) questions in a timely manner. The Interview Officer actually commented on how well we were prepared for the interview. This is a lawyer who truly knows what she is doing, and really seems to enjoy caring for her clients.

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Posted by Shweta | December 5, 2022

Marriage Green Card

I worked with Jessica on my green card. I found her to be prompt, responsive, organized and efficient. She filed my case quickly and accurately. She was true to her flat fee price. There were no surprises or extra charges. The case worked out as she said, except that we ended up approved without an interview - which was a nice surprise. My family has had bad experience with Immigration lawyers so Jessica was very lucky to find. My husband agrees Jessica must be a great lawyer to get this good result without even any interview. She is so nice too.

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Posted by Jorge | November 28, 2022

Just received my green card! Thank you Jessica!

I worked with Jessica on my green card case through my wife. I had a complicated case because I previously had a J-1 visa, and some of my documents said I was subject to 212(e), which meant I would have to go home for 2 years before I could get my papers. A few attorneys told me I could not file, and a few told me I could, so I didn’t know what to do. Jessica explained that first we would need a letter from the US State Deportment and she got this letter for me. This gave us the missing piece and I was able to file for my greencard last year. I will continue to work with Jessica in the future. After talking to so many attorneys, I was afraid to start my case, but I found comfort in her east explanations and her careful steps.

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Posted by Celeste | November 27, 2022

Great lawyer - H-1B to Green Card

Jessica has been amazing over the past 5 years. I have found a lawyer I can trust and wouldn’t let my friends or family work with anyone else. She is incredibly sympathetic and knowledgeable. She explains the case in simple language so that I actually know what is happening at each step. She helped me with my initial H-1B in Interior Design / Architecture through the cap, my extension of status with a different employer, and finally my green card application. She is organized, efficient, timely, friendly, communicative, and, best of all, gets results! It can be frustrating working with Immigration, and I have sincerely appreciated how Jessica has handled all of their hiccups with a smile and positive attitude.

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Posted by Sebastien | November 14, 2022

Best Decision for Family Case

I’m late to writing this review - my wife and son entered the USA almost 6 months ago thanks to Jessica Hargis. I can’t say enough good things about the experience. I needed to hire a lawyer to bring my fiancé and her son here from Switzerland. I did my research and set up a free call with Jessica Hargis, along with a few other lawyers. Once we spoke, it was an easy choice to work with Jessica. She didn’t try to confuse me with complicated legal terms. She wasn’t vague. She took he time walking us through different scenarios and laid out our options in plain language. I ended up changing my initial plan and making a choice that saved my family a lot of time and money. I’ve learned that a lot of attorneys give the bare minimum to get you to sign and pay - many are good at just one thing and that’s the box they put you in. But Jessica Hargis was different - she did not limit us, she gave us many options and we were able to chose what felt right - all on a free consult call before we started working together. If you are lucky enough that she has room to take your case, don’t hesitate. You won’t regret it!

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Posted by Clarence | November 3, 2022

Complicated Citizenship APPROVED

I recommend Miss Hargis after working with her on my citizenship case. My daughter helped me to find her on the internet because I had a complicated tax issue after a messy divorce. Other lawyers told me I could not apply, and one quoted me about twice as much as Miss Hargis. I give thanks every day that I found her. She was patient and kind. She gave me confidence to file my case and ensured every detail was perfect. I received my US Citizenship after about 7 months from first contacting her. I now recommend her to everyone at my church who needs a great lawyer.

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Posted by Irina | October 2, 2022

Highly Recommended

Hired Jessica multiple times: for a J1 consult, an initial O1-B, few O1 visa extensions and finally a greencard application. All approved very quickly without a single complication or RFI. She is thorough, patient, laser-focused, detail-oriented, understanding, transparent, honest, professional, prompt, courteous, meticulous and all other things you want an immigration lawyer to be. She takes the time to understand your case, explains everything clearly, doesn't try to confuse you with legalese, doesn't rush, and goes above and beyond to help. She's never late and never wrong, returning emails in minutes and addressing all your concerns before you even voice them. With Jessica, there are no surprises, no hidden fees and no unexpected delays. If you wonder if she charges a million bucks for her work — I think she perhaps sometimes should? — she doesn't.

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Posted by Aurelian P. | October 2, 2022

Great Experience

I contacted Jessica last year after speaking to several lawyers about getting my wife her papers. Jessica was extremely competent, yet very friendly and always available to answer any of our questions. My wife got a green card in a short period of time and with absolutely no stress. Jessica was involved in our case, both professionally and emotionally, which I think is rare these days. Would definitely recommend her service.

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Posted by Maria | September 17, 2022

The Best Immigration Lawyer

Jessica is a very professional and extremely knowledgeable and experienced immigration lawyer. I hired Jessica to represent and help me through the complicated and tedious process of applying for U.S. citizenship. Throughout the entire duration from initially preparing and submitting my application through the final interview, Jessica was always right there patiently giving me sound and innovative advice whenever I needed her help. She responded to all of my inquiries swiftly and she made me feel confident, secure and assured at all times. I truly believe my application would not have been so successful without her wealth of knowledge and experience with the US immigration laws. I highly recommend Jessica to anyone contemplating to apply for Adjustment of Status and Naturalization with USCIS. I succeeded in my journey because of her immense dedication to my case, support and professionalism. Thank you for the amazing service, Jessica!!!

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Posted by Celena P. | September 13, 2022

The right choice!

My husband and I couldn’t have asked for a better attorney than Jessica Hargis. We were overwhelmed by the choices, but from the first (free!) consultation, Jessica put us at ease, and answered all of our questions, which none of the other attorneys seemed able to do. The Officer at our spouse interview was even very impressed with our documents and organization. We felt totally prepared thanks to her practice interview before our actual interview. I can’t say enough nice things, she is the real deal!

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Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

Owner / Immigration Attorney
Hargis Law Firm PLLC
2014 - Present

Senior Immigration Attorney
Immigration Law Group PLLC
2006 - 2013

Legal Clinic Participant
Seton Hall University School of Law Center for Social Justice
2005 - 2006

Law Clerk
Avirom & Associates LLP
2005 - 2006

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Education

Seton Hall University School of Law, Presidential Scholarship.
JD - Juris Doctor
2006

Vassar College
BS - Bachelor of Science
2003

Legal Cases

O-1 and EB1-1 Extraordinary Ability
Approved

Family-based Filings
Approved

E1/E2 Investor Visas & EB-5 Greencards
Approved

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Associations

Immigration Equality
Attorney Referral List for LGBQ+ Cases
2013 - Present

New York State Bar Association
Member
2012 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association
Member
2010 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association (New York City Area chapter)
Member
2010 - Present

Brooklyn Bar Association
Member
2007 - Present

Kings County Criminal Bar Association
Member
2007 - Present

New York Appellate Division - 2nd Department
Admitted Attorney
2007 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association
LGBT Committee Member
2015 - 2019

American Immigration Lawyers Association
Media / Advocacy Committee Member
2014 - 2017

American Immigration Lawyers Association
Citizenship Committee Member
2012 - 2013

American Immigration Lawyers Association
Department of Labor Committee Member
2012 - 2013

Seton Hall University School of Law's Center for Social Justice
Clinic Participant
2005 - 2006

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Languages Spoken

Spanish

English

Honors and Awards

Client Champion Award
Martindale-Hubbell®
2022

Client Champion Award
Martindale-Hubbell®
2021

Clients Choice Award
AVVO
2021

Rising Star
Super Lawyers Magazine
2021

Clients Choice Award
AVVO
2020

Rising Star
Super Lawyers Magazine
2020

Rising Star
Super Lawyers Magazine
2019

Clients Choice Award
AVVO
2019

Clients Choice Award
AVVO
2018

Rising Star
Super Lawyers Magazine
2018

Rising Star
Super Lawyers
2017

Clients Choice Award
AVVO
2017

Clients Choice Award
AVVO
2016

Rising Star
Super Lawyers
2016

EB-5 Verified
EB-5 Investors Magazine
2015

Clients Choice Award
AVVO
2015

Rising Star
Super Lawyers
2015

Top Contributor Award
AVVO
2014

Clients Choice Award
AVVO
2014

EB-5 Verified
EB5Investors.com
2014

EB-5 Verified
EB5Investors.com
2013

EB-5 Verified
EB5Investors.com
2012

Honors Society Member
Seton Hall University School of Law
2006

International Rounds
Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court
2005

Best Oral Advocate - Moot Court
Seton Hall University School of Law
2004

Presidential Scholarship
Seton Hall University School of Law
2003

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Publications

Hargis Law Firm Blog
See Hargis Law Firm Blog for Recent Articles
2022

Hargis Law Firm Official Blog
Is the New Two-Tier Visa Bulletin Making Your Head Spin? Let's Make It Simple...
2015

Hargis Law Firm Official Blog
What is Happening to the STEM Extension?
2015

Hargis Law Firm Official Blog
Dissecting Rubio's Comments on Immigration Reform
2015

Hargis Law Firm Official Blog
DHS Plans to Expand I-601A Provisional Waivers
2015

Hargis Law Firm Official Blog
Recall of 3-year DACA Work Permits (Infographic)
2015

Hargis Law Firm Official Blog
Employment Authorization for Spouses of H-1B Holders (H-4 dependents)
2015

Hargis Law Firm Official Blog
Time to get those H-1B's ready! The 2015 Fiscal Year H-1B Cap Season has begun.
2015

Hargis Law Firm Official Blog
How Can I Apply for New Deferred Action? [BEWARE OF SCAMS!!!]
2014

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Speaking Engagements

Website
SEE WEBSITE BLOG FOR RECENT ARTICLES AT WWWW.HARGISLAWFIRM.COM
2023

AILA CLE MEETING
Ask the Experts Panelist
2015

Annual Staff Training
EB-5 Overview
2013

Annual Staff Training
Employment and Family Visas Overview
2013

Annual Staff Training
EB-5 Overview
2012

AILA CLE MEETING
Ask the Experts Panelist
2012

Annual Staff Training
Employment and Family Visas Overview
2011

Annual Staff Training
Employment and Family Visas Overview
2010

Annual Staff Training
Employment and Family Visas Overview
2009

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Attorney endorsements

Received (27)

Given (31)

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Biju Koshy

Immigration Attorney | Apr 19
Relationship: Friend

"It's no wonder why she's a perennial Client's Choice Attorney. Jessica is highly knowledgable about any immigration matter you can think of. She is extremely competent in fielding all types of immigration applications and stays well versed in changes in the law. I highly recommend this attorney."

Elena Denevich

Immigration Attorney | Nov 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Molly Full

Unknown Attorney | Jul 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Somair Alam

Immigration Attorney | Feb 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Hargis's number one priority is to protect her clients' best interests and to provide highly knowledgeable, experienced and aggressive representation on their behalf. A highly recommended immigration lawyer."

Charles Farrell

Immigration Attorney | Apr 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jessica provides a valuable service on Avvo. She gives excellent answers to user questions on this site. I am happy to endorse her."

Peter Scoolidge

Immigration Attorney | Oct 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jessica is an excellent attorney and I strongly endorse her."

Mark Clay

Immigration Attorney | Aug 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mrs. Hargis. Truly exceptional and caring immigration attorney who produces great results in representing clients! I want all people in her area to contact her for help."

Theda Fisher

Immigration Attorney | Jul 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Extremely professional, knowledge, honest and reliable. Highly recommend Jessica!"

Jonathan Lacour

Unknown Attorney | May 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Keen attention to detail with exceptional client service. I endorse this lawyer."

Raquel Fernandez-Flaherty

Immigration Attorney | Apr 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a great asset to AVVO."

Lilian Demonteverde-Hoats

Immigration Attorney | Apr 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Hargis is a well respected and knowledgeable attorney in her field."

Jill Rogers

Unknown Attorney | Mar 17
Relationship: Other

"Top-notch attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

Nicole Boros

Immigration Attorney | Feb 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ms. Hargis. She is very skilled in her area of law and committed to assisting her clients."

Thomas Spivack

Immigration Attorney | Feb 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. It is very clear from her many years of experience, contributions and reviews that Ms. Hargis is extremely knowledgeable and highly competent. I wouldn't hesitate recommending her."

H. Aalsberg

Immigration Attorney | Feb 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jessica is very smart, and a great lawyer I endorse her."

Judd Nemiro

Unknown Attorney | Feb 12
Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

Aaron Fields

Unknown Attorney | Feb 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Hargis is a valuable member of the legal Avvo community. She has strong legal credentials, and she displays an exceptional understanding of legal issues."

Eric Sleeper

Immigration Attorney | Feb 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jessica's background and accolades speak for themselves and I endorse her: https://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=15629174&authType=NAME_SEARCH&authToken=kUMq&locale=en_US&srchid=136852381422996701452&srchindex=1&srchtotal=11&trk=vsrp_people_res_name&trkInfo=VSRPsearchId%3A136852381422996701452%2CVSRPtargetId%3A15629174%2CVSRPcmpt%3Aprimary"