Nicolas Mabale Caraquel

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Nicolas Mabale Caraquel

also known as Nick Caraquel

5.0
Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 13 years

Immigration Lawyer at Elmhurst, NY
Practice Areas: Immigration

83-06 Queens Blvd., Elmhurst, NY

Virtual Consultation Available

About Nicolas

Biography

We provide affordable immigration solutions that actually work!

We provide affordable and most effective immigration solutions that really work!

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Fiancee Visa, Marriage Visas and other family-based visas Employment-based visas (e.g L1, H1B, etc.)

13 years

100%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 13 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2012

Delinquent

No misconduct found

Location

Nicolas Caraquel Law Office

83-06 Queens Blvd., Elmhurst, NY, 11373

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Nicolas Mabale Caraquel's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

277 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | July 14, 2025 | Immigration

Great H1B Consultation

I had a great experience during my H1B consultation. They were knowledgeable, professional, and patient in answering all my questions. They explained the process clearly and gave practical advice on what to expect at each step/stage.

Posted by Cherrie R. and Family | April 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Our Testimonial for Atty. Nick Caraquel Law Office

We are incredibly grateful to Atty. Nick Caraquel and his entire team for their outstanding support and professionalism throughout the process of our stepson’s U.S. immigration petition. From day one, they provided us with clear guidance, timely updates, and honest advice—making a complex and often o...verwhelming process feel manageable and less stressful. Atty. Caraquel’s expertise and attention to detail were evident in every step. He was always responsive to our questions and ensured that all our documents were in perfect order. What truly set their office apart was the genuine care and dedication they showed to our case. We never felt like just another client; we felt supported, heard, and prioritized. Thanks to their help, we are one step closer to reuniting our family—and for that, we are deeply thankful. We highly recommend Atty. Nick Caraquel Law Office to anyone in need of reliable, compassionate, and competent immigration legal services. With heartfelt appreciation, Cherrie & Family

Posted by Deborah | September 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Responsive and hands on

Atty. Caraquel and his team are quick to respond to inquiries and questions mostly throughout the process. They also helped me manage my anxiety during the visa application by meeting with me and talking me through the timeline of things. Preparing documents and application forms were easy with their... guidance.

Posted by Mary clair | June 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

An Excellent Immigration Lawyer.

I would recommend Atty Nicolas Caraquel to anyone looking for an attorney. my experience with him and his staff was like no other very compassionate they take you through each and every step of your case patiently answering all the questions you have. I would recommend Attorney Nicolas Caraquel ... to everyone in need of immigration services . He help me from getting my green cards to getting my Us Citizenship. Personally i feel like they are an angel to me. My experience with Atty Nicolas Caraquel was Excellent.Very good communication with client Excellent ability to present your case.Will recommend to friends and Family who looking for a great lawyer. Thank you so much Sir for everything,God Bless you more.

Posted by Kim | May 06, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

K1 visa journey

We recently had the privilege of hiring Attorney Nick Caraquel to assist us with our legal matter, and I must say that our experience with their services was exceptional. From start to finish. Attorney Nick and the staff were highly responsive and communicative. They promptly answered our questions, ...addressed our concerns, and kept us informed about the progress of our case and all the documents that we needed to get my visa. Having Attorney Nick and the staff by our side during the K1VISA journey was great. A big thanks to Attorney Nick Caraquel and the IDream America team. 

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Stephen Bongolan

Immigration lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Nick is passionate about our job which is primarily to help immigrants with their immigration concerns. He has a soft spot for them owing maybe to our being immigrants ourselves. Diligent and always on top of things in the immigration field, he is a lawyer whom clients can count on. For such, this colleague deserves my recommendation."

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Experience

Rating:  6.8 (Good)

Honors

2017

Empowerment Awardee: Excellence in Legal Profession, Fiesta in America

2017

The National Advocates Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

2016

Client's Choice, Avvo

2015

Client's Choice, Avvo

2014

Client's Choice, Avvo

2013

Client's Choice, Avvo

Work Experience

2012 - Present

US Immigration Attorney, Law Office of Nicolas Caraquel

Associations

2012 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2012 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Integrated Bar of the Philippines

Member

2002 - 2007

Philippine Institute of Industrial Engineers - Mindanao Chapter

Founding President

Education

2003

Xavier University (Ateneo de Cagayan)

LL.B - Bachelor of Laws

1995

Ateneo de Davao University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

Publications

Languages

Filipino

English

Activity

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