Michael Gary Kohler

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Michael Gary Kohler

4.8
64 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 29 years

Immigration Lawyer at Melville, NY
Practice Areas: Immigration

445 Broadhollow Road,, Suite 25, Melville, NY

Virtual Consultation Available

About Michael

Biography

PERSONAL ATTENTION WITH INTEGRITY. One-to-one attention and advice for your unique situation provided with honesty, integrity and professionalism.

With more than 27 years combined experience in government service and private practice serving people and businesses in the Long Island area, the Law Offices of Michael Kohler, PLLC is uniquely qualified to handle your immigration law needs.

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Immigration 100%

All areas of immigration law

30 years

100%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2022 2021 2019
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Silver Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 26 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1999

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 29 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1996

Resigned Without Prejudice

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Michael Kohler, PLLC

445 Broadhollow Road,, Suite 25, Melville, NY, 11747-4806

longisland-immigrationlawyer.com

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Michael Gary Kohler's Reviews

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Posted by Gene | February 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Immigration Success!

I retained Michael G. Kohler to help obtain a permanent resident visa for my wife, who lived in Poland. Our case was a very complicated one, and he achieved the desired result. He knows the system and provides USCIS with the information they require so that forms are accepted the first time around ...avoiding delays. I would definitely recommend him to anybody who requires legal services in the field of immigration.

Posted by Camila | January 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Always there for you!

Michael is reliable and easy to reach. He always answered the phone or returned phone calls promptly with accurate answers when requested. Michael processed my mother's green card application and called immigration offices personally for hours until he got answers regarding a slight delayed in her pa...perwork. He is persistent, organized, honest and hardworking lawyer. I highly recommend Michael Kohler to take care of your immigration needs.

Posted by Laryssa | March 17, 2015 | Immigration

We Absolutely Recommend

My husband and I had just gotten married and felt like we needed the assistance of a lawyer to ensure everything went smoothly with my change of status. After speaking to a few, Mr. Kohler came out as the front runner. Once meeting with him we knew he was the right Immigration Lawyer for us with his ...impressive work history and personable interactions. As well as promise to help us step by step. He met all expectations and more. Our application was neatly organized and submitted. We also underwent a mock interview with Mr. Kohler prior to our actual interview with UCIS which helped in calming our nerves the day of. We look forward to working with him again through the next steps to Citizenship.

Posted by John | March 12, 2015 | Immigration

Your Search is Over for an Immigration Lawyer

Like you right now, we want looking around for reviews and immigration lawyers. We interviewed with 3 lawyers, including Michael. The first one just seemed wishy washy, not organized, didn't ask good questions. The second one was an former immigrant from the same country as my spouse. We really w...anted that to work out because of communication and understanding of culture but she gave bad and very inaccurate information about the process we needed to take and the fees were outrageous. Then we met with Michael. Very friendly, organized, extremely detail oriented and most importantly asked excellent questions and provided the information and assurance for the path we wanted. I had done a lot of research on the immigration process, which I recommend you to do too so you know if the lawyer is matching up with what you know so you choose better. Michael made sure all our paperwork was well in order. He stopped us even though we were confident we provided the right paperwork as he wasn't so sure about this or that, which he then did his own research and came back to correct us and thank god he did. The process was exactly as he said. He prepared everything immaculately in order with all the details and even probably going beyond what we needed. In the end, everything went extremely smoothly with no issues. He kept us in the loop with any contact with UCIS. Made copies of everything for our own records. Made sure we were ready for the interview itself with a rundown role-play practice. Clarified any questions and concerns we had. Well worth the fee and our time. I don't think it would have went as well if we didn't work with Michael. I am really glad we did. But don't take my word for it. Have a sit down with him and find out for yourself in that first meeting. You'll understand what I am talking about then! No regrets, whatsoever. Best choice right here.

Posted by SANDRA | March 10, 2015

HE IS A PROFESSIONAL !!

HE IS A PROFESSIONAL AND CARES ABOUT YOU AND YOUR CASE. WE ARE SO HAPPY WITH ALL HIS WORK AND FOR BEING THERE WITH US ALL THE WAY.

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Michael Gary Kohler's Lawyer Endorsements

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Javad Khazaeli

Immigration lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Michael for over a decade. We worked together at ICE before each of us entered private practice. He's a great lawyer who knows the law and takes great care of his clients."

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Howard Brill

Immigration lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ruchi Thaker

Immigration lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is a fantastic immigration lawyer! He is extremely knowledgeable about complex immigration laws. Having previously worked with the government, he has a keen sense of what to expect in a given immigration situation. Because of his previous experience, Michael is able to think from the opposing view, whereas many private immigration lawyers only think from the defense side. Michael’s ability to view a case from the government’s side is a significant benefit to his immigration clients, because the clients get a more thorough view of their case. Michael is also incredibly generous with his time for colleagues when they have questions, as I know from personal experience. He is always ready to help and give thorough advice. His clients are truly lucky to have him as their immigration lawyer! I highly recommend Michael!"

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Javad Khazaeli

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

New York Metro Super Lawyers, SuperLawyers

2021

New York Metro Super Lawyers, SuperLawyers

2021

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

New York Metro Super Lawyers, SuperLawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

New York Metro Super Lawyers, SuperLawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

New York Metro Super Lawyers, SuperLawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of Michael Kohler, PLLC

2003 - 2008

Associate Legal Advisor, U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement

1997 - 2003

Assistant District Counsel, U.S. Immigration & Naturalization Service

1996 - 1997

Law Clerk, Executive Office For Immigration Review

Associations

2008 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

2008 - Present

Nassau County Bar Association, Nassau Academy of Law

Nassau County Bar Association, Immigration Law Committee

Past Chair

Education

1996

Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

State University of New York, Albany

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Annual Conference

May I See Your Papers? Post-Entry Verification and Documentation Issues

2010

Nassau County Bar Association, Nassau Academy of Law First Comes Love...Then Comes the Immigration Interview

2010

Annual Conference

Can They Do That To Me? Dealing with Port-Of-Entry Searches and Seizures

2010

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Port of Entry Search & Seizures

Publications

2018

Nassau Lawyer Is the DREAM Over? What Counsel Must Know

2017

Nassau Lawyer The ICE-Man Cometh!

2016

Nassau Lawyer Choosing the Right Temporary Work Visa

2014

Nassau Lawyer "The Silent Raid:" Employment Eligibility Verification

Languages

English

Activity

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