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David M. Sperling
About David
Biography
Before becoming an immigration lawyer, I worked as a journalist for the Miami Herald and Newsday. I also spent two years as a foreign correspondent in Central American in the early 1980s, a time of tremendous civil unrest and guerrilla warfare in the region. (That's also where I learned to speak Spanish!)
Since putting out my shingle in 1995, I have handled literally thousands of cases from clients throughout the world and from many different national and ethnic groups. We have won several groundbreaking decisions, including one involving three Honduran children that helped expand the boundaries of asylum law. I feel very fortunate to have been able to help so many immigrants gain legal status.
Our firm has expanded rapidly over the last 10 years to include four fully staffed offices on Long Island -- in Central Islip, Huntington Station, Riverhead and Hempstead. The vast majority of our attorneys and staff are immigrants or first-generation Americans. While most of our clients are Hispanic, we also represent immigrants from around the world in family-based and employment-based cases.
I and my staff strive to provide the best possible service to our clients at the most reasonable fee.
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Licensed in New York for 30 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1995
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Location
Law Offices of David M. Sperling
1391 New York Ave., Huntington Station, NY, 11746-1759
Law Offices Of David M. Sperling
81 Carleton Ave., Central Islip, NY, 11722-3027
Law Offices of David M. Sperling
80 W Main St. 2nd floor, Riverhead, NY, 11901
Law Offices of David M. Sperling
27 West Columbia Street, Hempstead, NY, 11550
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David M. Sperling's Reviews
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Posted by levis boquin | June 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
BE CAREFUL THEY ONLY CARE ABOUT MONEY
BEWARE, Davis M. sperling took my immigration case for more than two years ... then he told me that my case was not proceeding because they made a mistake in my immigration case ... he did not return all my money ... I paid even a psychologist because he recommended another payment for nothing and I ...
Posted by Amna | July 27, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Very Disappointing Experience
I made a phone consultation appointment online and got an email confirmation. No one called me at the time of the appointment. When I called the office I was told that all bookings online are not valid, do not show up on their calendar, and the lawyer had no appointments that day or week. Very poor a...
Posted by anonymous | June 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best immigration lawyer in Long Island
I had the pleasure to hire them to represent my case after I tried at least 5 other law officers. I found the the service outstanding, from the paralegal service of Miriam Ebers and Idalia Rodriguez to the brilliant lawyer Mike Nappo. Very detailed explanation of the process and help to gather all th...
Posted by Kerry | September 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
STAY AWAY
We received an RFE on our 601a packet due to this CARELESS firm submitting the waiver with NO EVIDENCE attached to support our claims. My husband was almost denied due to their carelessness. I have reported them to the BBB and will continue to leave reviews on every site possible to spread awareness....
Posted by Jennifer | December 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Work
Judy has been a pleasure to work with. She has been working on my case for over two years. Throughout these two years, she has been attentive, caring, and professional. Speaking to her made it easy to communicate my concerns regarding my case. She has shown me the assurance that every requirement had...
David M. Sperling's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have worked with David for three years. He has been a great person to work for. He communicates well with and fights hard for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. David Sperling is a compassionate and intelligent lawyer you want on your side. And he is just an ideal friend and human being to know. You can trust Mr. Sperling with your legal matters for sure."
"David Sperling is a very knowledgeable attorney who has enabled many immigrant families obtain legal status in the United States. Besides being an accomplished and well-respected lawyer within our community, David Sperling is an outstanding human being who takes on immigration matters with humility and sincerity. I highly recommend this lawyer."
"David and I are members of the NYC chapter, and his numerous postings on our chapter online community show that he is a veteran, generous with his expertise, and has concern for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. In 17 years of legal practice I have never come in contact with a more qualified immigration attorney. Mr. Sperling's advice is invaluable and clients I have referred have nothing but superlatives to say about Mr. Sperling. Anyone with an immigration issues should speak to Mr. Sperling."
"Passionate and dedicated As a long-time (32 years) practicioner in the field of US immigration law, I highly recommend Dave Sperling as a superb advocate for his clients. He is a passionate and dedicated attorney who zealously represents his clients, many of whom are Hispanic immigrants from Latin America. He speaks Spanish fluently, and has been widely recognized for his outstanding service to the immigrant community. Earlier this year, Dave went to Guatemala on a successful pro-bono mission to bring back a U.S. Citizen girl who had been effectively "deported" by immigraton authorities. The story was covered by media around the world. Dave is an excellent lawyer, and also is a very effective advocate for the immigrant community."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"Over the last 15 years I have been involved with a number of cases with David Sperling, Esq. Many of these cases involved complex legal issues, as well as the risk of deportation. Mr. Sperling has consistently produced excellent results. He is one of the top immigration attorneys in New York. He is familiar with the process and has over the years produced incredible results for my clients. I would highly recommend Mr. Sperling."
"David Sperling is a top notch lawyer and I highly recommend him. He is well versed in immigration law, is compassionate towards his clients and has high ethical standards. I endorse him with absolutely no reservations."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Super Lawyer, Thompson-Reuters
2017
Honoree, Comite Civico Salvadoreno
2016
"Grand Champion", Puerto Rican Hispanic Day Parade
2015
Honoree, Comite Civico Cubano
2014
Humanitarian of Year, National Puerto Rican and Hispanic Social Workers Assn.
2014
"Pipil Award", Salvadoran American Chamber of Commerce
1997
Pro Bono Award, Central American Refugee Center
Work Experience
1995 - Present
owner, attorney, Law Offices of David M. Sperling
Associations
2013 - Present
Jewish Community Relations Council -- Long IslandAdvisory Board
2012 - Present
Brentwood Chamber of CommerceMember
2008 - Present
Long Island Hispanic Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Suffolk County Bar Association, Immigration Law CommitteeMember
1996 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
1995 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (New York City Area chapter)Member
1998 - 2012
Central American Refugee CenterBoard of Directors
Education
1994
Touro College - Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2008
Immigration Law 101
Family Petitions
2006
Immigration Law Basics
Family-based Immigration
Publications
2017
www.davidsperlinglaw.com
After TPS: Solution is the Green Card
2007
New York Times
op-ed article on comprehensive immigration reform
2007
Newsday
op-ed article on Dream Act
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers