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Posted by Michael | August 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney

From NOID to Green Card Approved

I am deeply grateful to Attorney Alena Shautsova and her outstanding team for guiding my wife and me through one of the most important journeys of our lives—helping my wife obtain her green card. From the very first consultation, it was clear that Ms. Shautsova is not only highly knowledgeable about ...immigration law, but also genuinely cares about her clients as people. She took the time to listen carefully to our concerns, explain our options in clear terms, and develop a strategy that gave us confidence even when the process seemed overwhelming. What truly amazed us was how quickly and efficiently she made everything happen. Despite a very short preparation time, Ms. Shautsova and her associates organized our case so thoroughly that we received approval in only 25 days—something we never imagined possible. That level of skill and attention to detail is a testament to her expertise and dedication. Throughout the process, communication was exceptional. Every email and phone call was answered promptly, and no question was ever treated as too small or unimportant. Ms. Shautsova’s professionalism and foresight gave us peace of mind at every stage. She anticipated potential challenges, prepared us thoroughly for each step, and ensured we felt ready and supported. Her associates and staff were equally outstanding—always organized, courteous, and attentive, making sure our documents were flawless and deadlines were met. Their collective effort created a seamless experience, and it was clear that everyone in her office was invested in our success. The immigration process can be stressful and intimidating, but Ms. Shautsova transformed it into a journey of clarity and hope. Thanks to her expertise, hard work, and compassion, my wife is now a permanent resident of the United States. This achievement has changed our lives, and we will always be thankful for her role in making it possible. I wholeheartedly recommend Alena Shautsova and her team to anyone seeking an immigration lawyer who combines unmatched legal skill with genuine care for her clients. She is a true advocate, and we could not have asked for better representation.

Posted by Andrei | April 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Grateful Beyond Words: The Attorney Who Saved My Asylum Case

Words can’t fully express how grateful I am to Ms. Shautsova, but I’ll try. She helped me with my complex defensive asylum case and supported me through one of the most difficult periods of my life. I had originally hired a well-known Manhattan-based attorney who took my retainer and then complete...ly stopped responding to my messages and calls, leaving me in the dark just four months before my court date. I was completely lost and had no idea what to do next. While searching online, I came across Ms. Shautsova’s profile on Avvo. Her experience and client reviews stood out, so I scheduled a consultation. Right away, she came across as someone knowledgeable and trustworthy. That one consultation gave me more insight and direction than I had gotten from my previous attorney over several years. Throughout the case preparation, she stayed in touch, guided me, and gave me the push I needed, especially when I was struggling due to my earlier negative experience. I wasn’t the easiest client, but she was patient and professional every step of the way (please, be good clients!). My hearing was held online and scheduled alongside two other cases. One person’s attorney didn’t show up, and another had filed documents incorrectly, so both of their hearings were postponed for years. Ms. Shautsova’s preparation, on the other hand, was absolutely perfect. And can you imagine, the judge, a well-respected and experienced immigration judge in New York, spent about 10 minutes praising her work and said that if all attorneys were as thorough, the immigration backlog would be much smaller. In that moment, I felt proud, relieved, and truly lucky to have her by my side. Thanks to her incredible preparation and dedication, my case went smoothly, and I was granted asylum. I know without a doubt that I couldn’t have done it without her. If you have a complicated case or had a bad experience with another attorney, I highly recommend reaching out to Ms. Shautsova. She knows what she’s doing and truly cares about her clients.

Posted by Виктор | October 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Хороший адвокат

Грамотно подготовили дело, чёткие инструкции. Очень доволен сервисом. Большое спасибо. Мой ЕВ1 кейс прошёл легко. Большое спасибо.

Posted by Vlad | October 02, 2024 | Hired Attorney

EB2 NIW CASE GRANTED

I was lucky to find Ms. Shautsova who helped me to get an approval for my Eb2 NIW I 140 case. The process of working with her office was easy. It took us about 2 months to prepare the case. It was filed with premium processing and granted very fast, no RFE. I am very happy. Thank you, Ms. SHAUTSOVA,... Greg and the team!

Posted by Anna | September 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Thank you so much! Best Immigration lawyer

We found ourselves in a difficult situation when USCIS requested that a waiver be submitted in order for the adjustment of status granted. We had only 30 days (actually less) to prepare the case, and there was a lot of pressure. From the very beginning, Ms. Shautsova was able to organize us, calm us... down and give us hope. We are so grateful we met her! Her team did an excellent job preparing the case in short time, the communication process was easy, and we are happy to report that the case was granted. It is an unbelievable relief for our family. Ms. Shautsova is an amazing and talented attorney. If you are looking for an honest, reliable lawyer: you found one!

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