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5.0 /5.0
61 Client Reviews
$ 525-625 per hour
PRO
Alena Shautsova
Virtual Consultation Available
About Alena
Biography
I enjoy practicing law and helping people. I believe in justice, and equality. I work hard to help my every client, and to make sure that client knows that he/she is not alone. I represent clients in Asylum, Deportation and Removal proceedings, Immigration Court, Appeals. I help them with Hardship waivers, green card applications, work and business visas, marriage petitions, work authorization, humanitarian parole, parole in place, and all other immigration challenges. You may visit my website for more information.
Another area of practice that I enjoy helping people in, is Employment Discrimination: sexual harassment, discrimination on religious grounds, race, age grounds, gender, pregnancy discrimination. Please visit our employment law website to learn more.
I am a Russian speaking New York attorney, but my practice reaches far beyond language skills.
I can promise you a prompt response, dedication and hard work.
Do you have an Immigration concern? Have you been mistreated at work? Call Today we are here to help
We focus on Asylum, Deportation, Marriage Petitions, Appeals, Citizenship, Waivers, Green Cards
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Asylum
45%
18 years
Immigration
45%
18 years
Discrimination
10%
18 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
25%-40%
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2018 2017 2015
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2018 2017 2016
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4
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 18 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Alena Shautsova, Law Offices
(917) 719-2308
Mobile
217 Merrick Rd, Suite 206, Amityville, NY, 11701
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Online Presence
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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by Oleg Lukyanenko | April 06, 2016 | Criminal Defense
Great advices and right to the point!
I had a criminal charge in the past and was applying to US visa. The situation was borderline and could turn any way. I asked Alena to provide a 1 time phone consultation. Alena reviewed documents and prepared for the call. Her answers were very practical and up to the point. She relieved my nervou...
Posted by Gregory | August 28, 2013 | Criminal Defense
HIGH PERFORMANCE WITH UNBELIEVABLE RESULTS. THE BEST CRIMINAL IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY ON THE EAST COAST!!!
Alena Shautsova represented me in criminal Immigration court here in New York, NY on 08/20/13. She came highly recommended and proved to me that anything was possible. I was mere months away from being deported due to my criminal history as a green card holder. She took my case even though I had mult...
Posted by Dmitry | April 16, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Great job!!!
3 lawers on immigration issues, with good advice and a lot of experience , refused to work on my case .I had seven arrests for four years.Their conclusions were unequivocal , legalization is not possible,the court and deportation.Alena acquainted with my case , collect the necessary documents and, af...
Posted by Jason | February 13, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Succesful immigration applications begin with choosing the right representation.
Prior to getting married I had lived in the United States through a series 0-1 visas for nine years. During that time, I had had the misfortune of having two criminal charges brought against me on separate occasions, and although both charges where dismissed, we were well aware that the immigration a...
Alena Shautsova's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Ms. Shautsova'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."
"Alena is an exceptional attorney. Her credentials and experience and bolstered by her personal experiences. She entire resume is impressive and inspiring. I gladly endorse this lawyer."
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"Alena is a dedicated attorney also working hard to get her clients the results they desire."
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"I endorse this lawyer. I know Alena for three years. I only have wonderful things to say about her. Alena is an excellent attorney. Alena is dedicated, hardworking, and devoted to her clients and her profession. Hire her you will not be disappointed."
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"7 years of immigration practice is experienced. Knowledge of both immigration law and procedure is excellent and evident in her pro bono contributions here. Her client reviews are a reflection on her results which are fantastic. READ THEM! Peer endorsements from other lawyers are outstanding. Do yourself a favor and schedule a consultation."
"Amazing attorney. Cares about her clients, and gets results. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse attorney Shautsova. She is a trusted member of our bar and a frequent avvo contributor. I highly recommend her for any one in need of competent immigration attorney."
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"I endorse this lawyer...an extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible.I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star 2016 NY Metro, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star 2015 New York Metro, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2006
Cali Award for Business Associations, The Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction
2005
Edmund S. Muskie Scholarship, USA Dept of State
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Alena Shautsova
2002 - 2004
Lawyer, United Nations and UNCHR Project in Belarus
Associations
2024 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationChair of Subcommittee on Artificial Intelligence of COSAC
2015 - Present
American Bar Associationrepresentative to the United Nations Social and Economic Council
2012 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2011 - Present
American Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionDistrict Representative for New York, District 4
2011 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationCo- Liaison to Section of International Law from YL
2011 - Present
Special Committee on Immigration Representation of NYSBAMember
2008 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
American Bar Association, Criminal Justice SectionCo-editor Criminal Practice Management Committee Newsletter
2007 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2015 - 2019
American Bar AssociationDelegate to the House of Delegates
Sample of Legal Cases
Rodriguez v. NNR Global Et al
Resolved
Schaub v. County of Olmsted
http://law.justia.com/cases/federal/district-courts/minnesota/mndce/0:2006cv02725/84547/165
Luz Cardeno v. John Potter (Postmaster General of the United States of America)
Plaintiff verdict for $33,000.00
Sankar v. City of New York
http://law.justia.com/cases/federal/district-courts/new-york/nyedce/1:2007cv04726/275018/55/
People v. Dazzo
http://www.courts.state.ny.us/courts/ad2/calendar/webcal/decisions/2012/D33902.pdf
Education
2006
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
LLM
2004
Belarussian State University
Master of Jurisprudence
Speaking Engagements
2014
ABA YLD
Marketing For Young Attorneys
2013
NYSBA Annual Meeting
Bridging the Gap
2013
American Bar Association, Young Lawyers Divisiona
American Bar Association, YLD benefits
2012
NYSBA Annual Meeting
Representing Non US Citizens
2012
American Bar Association, International Law Section
International Piracy Tribunal
2005
International Law Student Conference
Labor Law
2004
International Student Conference
Labor Law
Publications
2014
American Bar Association publication
Women in the Profession and Professional Women
2013
Immigration Publication
Provisional Waiver Help For New York Families
2013
Web Publication
ICE Agents Suing the Department of Homeland Security
2013
Web Publication
How Can Notario Fraud Impede Immigration?
2013
Electronically-in-Touch (NYSBA)
Annual Meeting Recap
2013
Electronically-in-Touch (NYSBA)
SANDY AFTERMATH: DISASTER LEGAL SERVICES IN NEW YORK
2012
Immigration Publication
Marriage to a US Citizen
2012
Immigration Publication
Who is a Child for Immigration Purposes
2012
Immigration Publication
Can I File My Asylum Application After the One Year Deadline?
2012
Immigration publication
ICE Continues to Crack Down
2012
Immigration Publication
Child Protection Status Act and Priority Date
2012
Electronically-in-Touch (NYSBA)
Annual Meeting Recap
2012
Electronically-in-Touch (NYSBA)
Child Protection Status Act and Priority Date: 9th Circuit Rejects BIA Decision in Matter of Wang
Languages
Russian
English
Belarusian
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Alena earned significant contribution points in 2018.
Legal Answers
Q&A
How long do I need spend minimum in agregate per 3 years in USA to be eligible for citizenship?
05 Oct 2025
Q&A
What's needed to do if the asylum interview is on October 22nd, 2025?
07 Oct 2025
Q&A
Immigration ? Green card based on a marriage
25 Sep 2024
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
New Asylum Fees: How To Pay
08 Oct 2025
Legal Guide
HOW TO FILL OUT IMMIGRATION FORMS
25 Mar 2013
Legal Guide
FILING FOR ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS THROUGH FAMILY MEMBER
25 Feb 2013