Marina Shepelsky

Marina Shepelsky

3.3
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 23 years

Immigration Lawyer at Brooklyn, NY
Practice Areas: Immigration, Divorce & Separation

2415 Avenue U, Suite 2R, Brooklyn, NY

About Marina

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Immigration 80%

All aspects of US Immigration law. All 50 states welcome.

24 years

80%
Divorce and Separation 20%

New York and New Jersey Divorces and Family Court Matters.

24 years

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 23 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2003

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 23 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Marina Shepelsky

2415 Avenue U, Suite 2R, Brooklyn, NY, 11229

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Marina Shepelsky's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.3 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Gregory | January 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

LAW OFFICES OF MARINA SHEPELSKY, P.C. - EXCELLENT LAW FIRM!!!

Marina Shepelsky and her team, especially her associate Colleen M. Vitali, have been outstanding professionals in handling my complex, multi-state contested divorce case in New York and California. The divorce process itself has been extremely overwhelming and stressful, but having the best divorce a...ttorneys in my corner helped me survive this very difficult time and eventually move on with my life! Both Marina and Colleen conducted my divorce case with the utmost diligence, in a manner consistent with years of experience and comprehensive knowledge of matrimonial/family law. Their caring, compassion, and understanding to my highly emotional situation provided me with the comfort and support that I desperately needed to successfully navigate this extremely turbulent process. Marina and Colleen listened to my questions, provided explanations in simple, understandable, and practical terms, kept me updated regularly regarding progress, and were always honest and upfront in managing my expectations. They have gone the extra mile, above and beyond for me every time! Marina’s dedicated support staff, especially Jacob, have been very helpful in facilitating my divorce process and generous with their time, empathy, and guidance. This wonderful law firm, with all the comfort of a small firm, also has a “large firm” feel by being so well organized and highly efficient. They always responded right away to my e-mails and phone calls. I have been a repeat client since 2015 in the areas of real estate, immigration, and now divorce. It is my pleasure to recommend Marina’s firm as the best choice to anyone facing similar problems and seeking legal help. I will be forever grateful to Marina and her team for giving me my life back!

Posted by Yelena | January 06, 2015 | Immigration

Outstanding Attorney

I worked for/with Marina Shepelsky for 2 years and have to say that she is an outstanding Immigration and Matrimonial/Family attorney. Marina is very knowledgeable, experienced and passionate about helping people, which adds a human face to her work. She is extremely successful at resolving the tough...est cases. I highly recommend this attorney.

Posted by Mike | February 04, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Divorce Case

Marina is the most professional, knowledgeable and caring attorney by far! She's not like any other attorney that only cares about your money. She answered all my questions in detail and gave me good advices. She handled my divorce case and has done an excellent job. I am highly recommend her!!!

Posted by anonymous | December 20, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes

think twice before hiring!

First she seemed so professional and honest. I hired her even though she was pretty pricey. After 4 months of paperwork procedure I got nothing but disappointment, overpayment to her and a lot of anxiety. Overall she just screwed up my case. She charged more than promised asking for more money after ...the 1st objection for my papers. I paid. When I got 2nd and the last objection she asked to continue for additional payment. She was always late for submitting the papers, never returned my calls and replied 1 e-mail of 10. I am disgusted with the service and extremely high prices of this lawyer. She wants only money and does not care about you or your case. Please be cautious!

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Marina Shepelsky's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tiffany Ma

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marina is an excellent lawyer for her community - she has an elite law degree and practices at the function level of big law firms and yet she services individuals and brings the highest level of practice at the most reasonable prices and is very accessible to people. I trust her with my referrals."

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Michael Palumbo

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeffrey Schietzelt

Immigration lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred a number of clients to Marina over the years and also called for advice on a number of occasions. She has always been professional, knowledgeable and responsive. Will continue to recommend."

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Michael Byk

Immigration lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Marina is an amazing and crafty attorney. She is zealous and stops at nothing in order to achieve the best possible results for her clients. I highly recommend Marina."

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Markel Kandkhorov

Real estate lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Yana Feldman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Marina is a knowledgeable and caring advisor and a tough advocate who fights to protect her clients' interests."

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Renata Weissman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Highly capable attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Lacour

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Quality representation and exceptional attentiveness to clients."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Other

"Highly recommended. Knowledgeable and experienced. I endorse this lawyer."

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A. Felsen

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Marina is a great lawyer and a real asset to the AVVO family!"

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Mengjun Qiu

Immigration lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Shepelsky is a highly trusted member of the legal community, her contribution is greatly appreciated and valued."

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Lowrance Fisher

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kamilla Mishiyeva

Immigration lawyer | Dec 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ingrid Gherman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a top-notch attorney. A credit to the profession."

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Douglas Borthwick

Immigration lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeffrey Caffee

Unknown lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is well known in the community as a tireless advocate for his clients."

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Benjamin Kuipers

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Shelelsky's reputation proceeds her in the legal community. She is an exemplar of excellence and determination for her clients. If I were in need of an attorney, I'd strongly consider this lawyer."

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Michael Terani

Unknown lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tatiana Kadetskaya

Unknown lawyer | Jul 04

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"Excellent lawyer. Very well respected."

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Richard Batelman

Unknown lawyer | Apr 12

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

Lawyer of Distinction in Family Law, Lawyers of Distinction

2015

Avvo Excellent Rated Attorney - Immigration Law, Avvo

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Managing Partner, Law Offices of Marina Shepelsky, P.C.

2003 - 2003

Associate Attorney, Ferskos LLC

2002 - 2003

Associate Attorney, Kuhn & O'Toole LLP

Associations

New York State Bar Association

Member

New York City Bar Association

Member

Richmond County Bar Association

Member

Education

N/A

Fordham University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

New York University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Immigration Law Seminar by Shepelsky Law

Immigration Rights: What to Do if ICE Knocks On Your Door

2014

Immigration Law Seminar Immigration Law

Publications

Languages

Russian

Ukrainian

Spanish

Polish

Activity

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