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Mike Usher is the founder and principal of Usher Law Group P.C. Mr Usher is a skilled and experienced attorney. He is a graduate of Brooklyn College (CUNY) where he a bachelors in Political Science. After graduating college, Mr. Usher worked as the head of purchasing for an international furniture import and distribution company. Mr. Usher went on to go to Saint Thomas University School of Law in Miami, Florida.
During Law School Mr. Usher was Senator for the Student Bar Association, as well as a competing member for the National Champion St. Thomas University Mock Trial Team where he earned high honors.
While at Law School Mr. Usher was also a law clerk for the Honorable Judge Amy Steele Donner in Dade County, Florida.
After taking the New York and New Jersey Bar Examinations Mr. Usher began working for Smotritsky Law Group in Brooklyn, New York where Mr. Usher focused primarily on Immigration Law, Criminal Law, Employment Law and Consumer Protection Law. While at Smotritsky Law Group Mr. Usher built the Criminal Division of the firm. During Mr. Usher's time at Smotritsky Law Group he also took and passed the Florida Bar Examination.
After 3 years at Smotritsky Law Group Mr. Usher decided to start his own firm. Since its inception 10 years ago, Usher Law Group has been handling cases ranging from Deportation Defense, to Criminal Defense, Child Custody, Divorce matters, Consumer Protection, business compliance, employment law, landlord tenant law, real estate matters and all varieties of Civil Litigation especially Commercial Litigation specializing in Defending Companies from predatory lenders and Merchant Cash Advance Defense.
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Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Litigation
40%
14 years | 1,000 cases
Immigration
30%
14 years | 500 cases
Asylum
10%
14 years | 150 cases
Debt Collection
10%
14 years | 150 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2025 2024 2023
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Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 12 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 13 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 14 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
Usher Law Group P.C.
(718) 484-7510
Fax
(718) 865-8566
Fax
1600 Sheepshead Bay Road, Suite # 203, Brooklyn, NY, 11235
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Mikhail Usher's Reviews
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Posted by Peter | December 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Closing the year 2025. We are at the last step of my divorce!
A blessing in disguise. Mr. Usher welcomed me with open arms, offering a shoulder to cry on and the warmth and comfort I needed when I felt like I was at a dead end. This law firm is truly amazing—consistently prompt and timely with all communication. Nicole is exceptional; she follows up on every e...
Posted by Alisher | November 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best Decision We Made
A huge thank you to attorney Mikhail Usher, Esq. Usher Law Group Our green card documents were lost, and the process was at a standstill. He filed a writ of mandamus, got USCIS moving, supervised the interview, and defended us 100%. The result—approval!
Posted by Hedi | November 3, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Clear Guidance and Support
Mike was great to work with. He explained the steps clearly and helped us through the whole process. Thank you!
Posted by Ilya | November 2, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Legal assistance
Mike is a wonderful lawyer who had helped us greatly with legal assistance. He was friendly, efficient, and timly. Would certainly recommend him to all my family and friends.
Posted by anonymous | August 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Absolute Best Lawyer in NYC
Best Lawyer in NYC. Mr.Usher was always there whenever I need help during my case. He was very clear in explaining every step of the case. Mr. Usher fee is very reasonable and he got payment plans according to the client financial situation. I will refer people to Mr. Usher as he works very hard on c...
Mikhail Usher's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Usher is a highly capable attorney committed to providing clients experienced, knowledgeable and aggressive representation. I endorse him without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mikhail Usher is an excellent attorney with an incredible work ethic. He is passionate about helping his clients and fights zealously for their rights. I endorse him without reservation and wish him the success he so deserves!"
"I endorse this lawyer. He knows his stuff and does great work. Highly recommended."
"I endorse this lawyer. He does not give up easily and never seeks easy way out of some of the most complicated cases. He is very knowledgeable attorney and always works hard for his clients."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Usher's diligence and professionalism are beyond reproach."
"Mr. Usher is by far one of the most aggressive and determined litigators I have worked with. He mentored me prior to my admission to the bar and was exceptionally detailed in his legal training. We have worked together on a wide variety of cases and in each area of law Mikhail is exceptionally knowledgeable and thorough in his practice of law."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Principle - Owner, Usher Law Group
2011 - 2013
Associate, Smotritsky Law Group PLLC.
2011 - 2011
Law Clerk, The Honorable Amy Steel-Donner, Dade County, FL
Associations
2016 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2016 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
New York County Lawyers' AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Mejia Lopez De Velasquez v. Garland (19-228) 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals
Appeal Granted in Part - Case Remanded for New Decision by Board of Immigration Appeals
Education
2011
St. Thomas University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
City University of New York, Brooklyn College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2022
2022 Annual Conference
Immigration Law
2017
2017 Annual Conference
Immigration Law
Publications
2024
Altoona Mirror
Detainee Seeks Holiday Release
Languages
Russian
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers