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With over 24 years of legal experience, Mr. Dehai Zhang has built a reputation as a seasoned attorney committed to serving clients in New York. He earned a Master's degree in Theology Studies from Harvard University, shaping his empathetic and client-focused legal approach, and later secured a Juris Doctor from Touro Law Center. Mr. Zhang is well-versed in navigating high-stakes cases that span immigration, matrimonial, criminal, and estate law, having successfully represented thousands of individuals in federal and state courts. His notable victory in the Wang v. Attorney General 423 F.3d 260 (3d Cir. 2005) case was covered by major outlets like the New York Times and ABC News. As an engaged member of both the American Immigration Lawyer Association (AILA) and the Queens Bar Association, he has been recognized with an Avvo Clients' Choice Award. Mr. Zhang is a regular legal contributor to the World Journal and a featured guest on Sino Vision. His commitment to public service is demonstrated by over a decade of volunteer work with AILA Military Assistance Program and AILA Citizenship Day.
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Posted by anonymous | March 03, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Very professional and effective. Highly recommended.
Mr. Zhang helped our family with our complicated immigration case in various occasions. His team have been really professional and effective throughout the whole process. He filed WoM to help our family's green card cases that have been stale for several years to finally move forward. He then help...
Posted by anonymous | August 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Reliable and Professional Lawyer
Couple years ago, I worked with Zhang Dehai on the closing of two properties. Even after all this time, I still remember how smooth and professional the experience was. He was highly knowledgeable and maintained excellent communication throughout the process, always keeping me informed and responding...
Posted by anonymous | July 31, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Best immigration lawyer in NYC
He knows the law and what the INS are looking for. His attention to detail helped me prepare my case thoroughly. My application was submitted and accepted without any issues.
Posted by Fang | July 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Outstanding Legal Support from a Truly Knowledgeable Attorney
I had the pleasure of working with Attorney Dehai Zhang for both property-related and other legal matters, and I cannot recommend him highly enough. From the start, Mr. Zhang demonstrated an exceptional level of professionalism, deep legal knowledge, and a thoughtful approach to every issue I brought...
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2025
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
2022
Best Criminal Defense Lawyer in Queens, Expertise
2022
Best Divorce Lawyer In Queens, Expertise
2002 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Dehai Zhang
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2000
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
Other - Masters
2025
2024
English
Mandarin