Michael Gary Kohler

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Michael Gary Kohler

4.8
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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

Online Presence

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Michael Gary Kohler's Reviews

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Posted by Sushma | October 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Family based application

I highly recommend the Law office of Michael Kohler. My experience with this law office has been outstanding. Michael respond to your questions and concerns in a timely manner. He is so encouraging , supportive and he is providing great advises during the entire process. He fights and stand up for hi...s clients. Thank You Michael Kohler for making one my dreams a reality. if you Need the best family based immigration lawyer feel free to hire Michael Kohler. You won't regret it.

Posted by anonymous | July 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Grateful client!

From our first meeting Mr. Kohler was very kind and knowledgeable. He told me that my case was straight forward, assuring me that all would be well. He was always accessible when I had questions, usually responding within a day. He reassured me when I expressed my nervousness when it was time to take... my citizenship test. Thanks to God and with Mr. Kohler's support, I passed my test and will officially be sworn in soon. I strongly recommend him as your attorney.

Michael Kohler

Replied last July 26, 2019

So happy for you. Congratulations!

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 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.

Posted by Deborah | December 03, 2013 | Immigration

Excellent Immigration and Customs lawyer for family and business issues with inside experience

Michael Kohler is an excellent and experienced immigration lawyer who will vigorously represent clients who have family and/or business Immigration or Customs matters. As a former insider in the Department of Homeland Security, he has vast inside expertise and practical knowledge across a broad ran...ge of issues, including ICE and Customs enforcement. Michael Kohler understands how to present an argument or an application so that it is well received by a court or the government lawyer. He has the trust of his adversaries and clients alike. He is hard working, compassionate, experienced and knowledgeable. I highly recommend him.

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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

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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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