Michael Andre Gilbert

Michael Andre Gilbert

5.0
Rating: 6.9

Licensed for 25 years

Immigration Lawyer at Ronkonkoma, NY
Practice Areas: Immigration

5014 Express Drive South, Ronkonkoma, NY

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 25 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2000

Currently Registered

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Zwaik, Gilbert & Associates P C

5014 Express Drive South, Ronkonkoma, NY, 11779

Zwaik, Gilbert & Associates P C

34 E Montauk Hwy, Suite1, Hampton Bays, NY, 11946

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5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by Chunmei | November 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

A great immigration lawyer

Michael was recommended to me through a friend. He helped through my application for permanent residence. He made the process seem effortless. What I like Michael the most is that he's deeply passionate about his work, extremely ethical, and he truly believes in the meaning of this work. He successfu...lly helped me to convince the immigration officer to get the PR stamp the day I was interviewed because I told him that I would like to visit my father back in China soon. Michael didn't have to do this for me and didn't even have to tell me that was a possibility. So, he really has his clients interest in heart if the client has a legitimate case. I would definitely recommend Michael to other people.

Posted by Mrs. Smith | November 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

#1 Immigration Lawyer

4000 characters are not enough to describe the difficulty of my case, nor the extraordinary level of professionalism executed by Mr. Michael Gilbert in order to resolve it. In short, I came to USA in 2002 and everything was fine. In 2004 I had to apply for removal of conditions and I was supposed ...to get a new Green Card without conditions, but that did not go well for many different and complicated reason which would Mr. Gilbert be a better person to explain it, instead of me. I have contacted Mr. Gilbert in 2013 to help me with my status that at that point had no official name. As of October 22nd of 2016, I am in possession of my new Green Card without any restrictions and after 14 long years I can travel again. Moreover, pretty soon I will be United States Citizen - finally! Almost full 3 years Mr. Gilbert never left my side, explaining everything regarding the process into details, [and sometimes I would not understand all the legal terms, which he would than in a blink of an eye say to me in plain English - thank you so much!] explaining to me step by step what will happen in the future with the case, and what are my options. He tirelessly wrote letters to immigration judge urging to see my case sooner, he even wrote synopsis of my case so the officers in immigration could easier understand what happened with my case through the years, he often went by himself in Holtsville to ask for the status of my case. At no point in this 3 years, was a moment that he was not available if I needed to ask something, or that my email was not answered. 3 years is a very long time, one can say plenty of time for things to go wrong, and my case was extremely complicated, but only the most outstanding professionalism and genuine care for my case was presented to me. Rare are individuals that can leave such impeccable impression, and there are no words to express my gratitude - even that I speak 3 different languages, I am still not sure if I could find appropriate and worthy words to express my approving opinion regarding my experience with Mr. Gilbert as an attorney and a human being, and the firm. If one is in need of an immigration attorney, please look no further, just contact Mr. Gilbert and that will be the best call you have ever made. Mr. Gilbert has saved my life in so many ways - I am not sure what I would do if I would have to go back and leave United States. I do not have that daily subconscious fear anymore. Mr. Gilbert made my dream come true, I can live and work in America and focus to have the best life I can here. Thank you Mr. Gilbert once again, for all that you did, I appreciate you very much. You are an extraordinary attorney and individual, and I am wishing you all the best. Always grateful, Mrs. Smith.

Posted by anonymous | February 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Highly recommended...

I had the opportunity to be represented by Mr. Gilbert a few years ago. When I was in the process of deportation, Mr. Gilbert represented my mother and I and through my mother, I was able to apply for residency and get my green card. Throughout the process, I felt I was in good hands because he sh...owed professionalism and also explained everything as the process went. His staff are very welcoming and his office was closed to where I lived. I would highly recommend Mr. Gilbert for any immigration issues. My family and I will always be thankful for what he did.

Posted by Imran J. Butt | December 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

If you need your case to be done successfully, Contact Mr. Michael A. Gilbert and Mr. Mitchell C. Zwaik immediately!

I am writing again just because I know how it feels when you got immigration issue and you don't know how and where to find a lawyer who can SAVE and HELP you out with your immigration issue in real. There are so many lawyers who just need money and don’t care about clients. When you go to Mr. Mic...hael Andre Gilbert you will feel that it’s not about making money, it’s all about YOU and YOUR IMMIGRATION PROBLEM. If you are seeking help regarding your immigration issue, STOP wasting your time and money and meet with real lawyers. THEY WILL HELP YOU LIKE THEIR OWN FAMILY MEMBER. The reason I am recommending them is based on my own true experience. Since I have received my legal status (Asylee) back in February 15th 2013 and after that became a Permanent Resident of United States of America (Green Card Holder) same year on November 11th 2013 and my family (My wife and son) both not only joined me here in US but their Green Cards are also been approved and received. Secondly, I have directed my family members and friends towards Mr. Michael Andre Gilbert for immigration help, they ALL got success by getting their cases APPROVED. I have started doing Government job and looking forward to grow higher and higher with my hard work in future. THANKS TO MR. Mr. Michael Andre Gilbert, Mr. Mitchell C. Zwaik and their team.

Posted by Imran J. Butt | December 17, 2013 | Immigration

The Best Immigration Lawyer.

My name is Imran. I was born and raised in Lahore, Pakistan. I came here to United States on September 16th, 2011. I was searching for a lawyer in the news papers, online everywhere. I visited so many lawyers and paid money to just talk to them, sometimes even $500 but all in vain. To make a long sto...ry short, one person from NY recommend me to Mr. Michael Gilbert & Mr. Mitchell Zwaik. I visited them explained my situation and I got the good legal advice. The exact wording was "If you are telling the truth, yes we will try our level best to help you out" and that's exactly what happened. They educated me to file my case within the 1st year of legal presence in the US. My interview was on 12/12/2012. They lightened my path on every step and as a result I got my asylum approved right after my interview within a little over 2 months on February 15th, 2013. I am so thankful to Mr. Michael Gilbert & Mr. Mitchell Zwaik for their help. I will always remember them who helped me out to get the right to live alive and happy. I will highly recommend them to everybody who need legal help regarding immigration. They are trust worthy and God's blessing is with them. I wish them success in this world and hereafter. Ameen.

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Michael Andre Gilbert's Lawyer Endorsements

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Priscillia Suntoso

Immigration lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael Gilbert is a professional extraordinaire in the field of immigration law. I endorse him without reservation."

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Vanessa Zwaik

Immigration lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Anatoly Kissen

Immigration lawyer | Sep 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Highly recommended. Michael is an experienced, smart and extremely conscientious professional. His dedication, knowledge and attention to details are quite exceptional."

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Andrew Wolk

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Anatoly Kissen

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Vanessa Zwaik

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Mitchell Zwaik

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  6.9 (Good)

Honors

1995

Departmental Scholar, SUNY Brockport

1994

Magna Cum Laude, SUNY Brockport

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Partner, Zwaik, Gilbert & Associates

2000 - 2011

Attorney, Mitchell Zwaik & Associates

Associations

2000 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

1994 - Present

Phi Beta Delta Honor Society

International Scholar

Education

1999

State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

State University of New York, College at Brockport

Undergraduate

Speaking Engagements

2012

Community Event

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals

Languages

English

Spanish

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