Poonam Minhas

Poonam Minhas

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 9 years

Immigration Lawyer at Hicksville, NY
Practice Areas: Immigration

268 N. Broadway, Suite 11, Hicksville, NY

About Poonam

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Family and marriage based immigration, Removal Defense, Affirmative and Defensive Asylum, BIA appeals, Cancellation of Removal, Citizenship, U-visa, VAWA, Provisional Waivers, Motion to Reopen, Non-immigrant visas, TPS, DACA renewals, and many more.

10 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 10 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Connecticut for 9 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 2016

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Location

Law Offices of P. Minhas, P.C.

268 N. Broadway, Suite 11, Hicksville, NY, 11801

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Poonam Minhas's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

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Posted by Hassana | May 09, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

My top professional immigration lawyer

Poonam is an intelligent person, very detailed lawyer, professional in her job. She takes every little information she needs to do her job and does it with all sincerity and honesty. She is very respectful and kind to her clients and share details with clients. She knows how to handle her cases and... comes out victorious! I will always recommend Poonam who needs to have a lawyer of dignity and integrity!

Posted by Aman | September 12, 2024 | Immigration

Recommend her to anyone seeking exceptional legal representation

I am truly at a loss for words to convey my immense gratitude to Lawyer Poonam Minhas for her remarkable support to immigrants like me. Even the most articulate expressions fall short of capturing her unwavering commitment and excellence in managing immigration cases. I first contacted Poonam at t...he start of 2023, when I had nearly given up hope of obtaining my green card. My case was exceptionally complex, and I had consulted almost every immigration attorney in New York, but none seemed genuinely interested in grasping the intricacies of my situation. When I finally reached out to Poonam, the way she understood every aspect of my case during our initial conversation was an encouraging sign, prompting me to move forward with her professional guidance. Poonam listened intently to my story, and even before we met in person, she had already conducted thorough research on my case. She posed several insightful questions that identified potential challenges in my immigration journey. Her expertise, timely communication, and frequent updates were crucial in securing my case's approval. She is an exceptional attorney who consistently maintained a high level of professionalism and dedication throughout the entire process. Even during the waiting period, Poonam proactively reached out to ensure everything was on track and kept me informed about the progress of my application. Her profound understanding of immigration law, coupled with her relentless commitment, truly went above and beyond. To my amazement, I finally received my green card without an interview, thanks to the meticulous paperwork and compelling submissions Poonam prepared, which led to the interview being waived. I still can't believe that I will finally be reunited with my family! I am convinced that without Poonam's expertise and unwavering dedication, my case would not have been this successful. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking exceptional legal representation. Thank you, Poonam, for making such a meaningful difference in my life and achieving a positive resolution in my immigration matter.

Posted by Ravinder Kaur | April 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

An Attorney who knows her stuff

Poonam is one of the best attorneys out here!100% recommended her she is amazing. She has handled our case with so much care and perfection. We hired Poonam for Parent Adjustment of Status and our green card was approved within 1 month and 22 days from submission which is just absolutely great. Never... have I ever had such an short response time in legal work. Poonam is just the best, definitely recommend her any legal work needed. She is an very great attorney who knows what she is handling and doing. Very fast and effective processing time. She speaks Hindi which was great for my family as not everyone was fluent in English. We are very happy with our case response and know there could have not been a better attorney then Poonam to handle our case.

Posted by Rebecca | December 06, 2023

Best consultation

I consulted with the attorney and she was very knowledgeable and helpful. She’s simple the best

Posted by Anmolpreet Singh | November 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Grateful for Lawyer Poonam Minhas's Outstanding Service

I want to express my deep gratitude to Lawyer Poonam Minhas for her exceptional dedication to my immigration case. Poonam's expertise, prompt communication, and consistent updates were instrumental in securing the approval letter for my case. Poonam demonstrated a profound understanding of immigra...tion law, handling my case with professionalism and a commitment that went above and beyond. Her responsiveness to my inquiries, coupled with regular updates on the case's progress, provided reassurance and kept me well-informed throughout the process. I firmly believe that without Poonam's expertise and dedication, my case wouldn't have been as successful. I highly recommend her to anyone in need of outstanding legal representation. Thank you, Poonam, for making a significant impact on my life and ensuring a positive outcome in my immigration matter.

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Poonam Minhas's Lawyer Endorsements

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Julio Torrente

Immigration lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I recommend Ms. Minhas and the wide range of immigration matters she handles. She is knowledgeable and personable. I endorse this lawyer."

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Joel Caminero

Immigration lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Minhas consistently provides thorough and sound advice. She provides accurate assessments of specific situations."

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Neha Chopra

Immigration lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Arthur Kawahara

Immigration lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am endorsing Attorney Minhas. Attorney Minhas has been giving sound advice on immigration matters in the Avvo community, which is being helpful for our fellow attorneys as well as askers. I am also learning from Attorney Minhas' comments. I recommend people in need of immigration help (locally and worldwide) consult with Attorney Minhas."

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Dr. Eddy Chielo

Immigration lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ms. Minhas as an immigration lawyer. Ms. Minhas demonstrates a very broad understanding of immigration law and process. Attorney Minhas has used that knowledge and skill in successfully representing several clients on immigration matters."

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Aiemero Leuleseged

Immigration lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Poonam. She has an excellent understanding of immigration laws, and provides wise guidance to those who post their inquiries at the avvo immigration forum."

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Marina Alexandrovich

Immigration lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Minhas. Attorney Minhas is a competent and caring immigration attorney. Her answers at the Avvo forum are prompt and right on point."

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Alexander Almonte

Immigration lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Minhas. Attorney Minhas provides thoughtful and solid guidance when she responds to the immigration inquiries."

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Charity Anderson

Immigration lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Minhas consistently provides thorough and sound advice."

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Jeffrey Foote

Immigration lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"Poonam was a tremendous guide and mentor. She has vast knowledge and an astute understanding of the workings of the U.S. Immigration system. One of the absolute best attorneys someone could ask for."

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Stephen Skor

Immigration lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Minhas is the absolute tops in her field. She is the "go-to" for lawters in Connecticut and New York when our clients have immigration issues. I couldn't reccomend her more highly."

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Joshua Mitson

Immigration lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Poonam is an experienced, compassionate, and ardent advocate for her clients. Her comprehensive understanding of the law, as well as her client's needs, makes her an incredible asset to the immigration law community."

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Jeffrey Foote

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2014

Thurgood Marshall Mock Trial 2014 National Championship – Top 10, NEBLSA

2014

Thurgood Marshall Mock Trial Northeast Regional Championship, NEBLSA

2013

Thurgood Marshall Mock Trial Northeast Regional Championship, NEBLSA

2012

CALI Excellence for the Future Award - Criminal Procedure, MSL

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Immigration Attorney, Law Offices of P. Minhas, P.C.

Associations

2022 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2016 - Present

Connecticut Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Parent AOS approved in 1 month & 22 days - no interview!

Green card Approval - NY

VAWA case expedited and approved in 4 days!

Client received green card in 3 months after VAWA petition was approved via expedite

Client receives her 10-year green card after almost self-incriminating herself

Client received 10 year green card after conditions were removed

Judge in Hartford, CT Allows Client to keep Green Card after Lengthy Individual Hearing Surrounding Prior Arrests

212(c) waiver granted before Hartford, CT immigration court. Client was able to keep green card.

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Speaking Engagements

2016

Know Your Rights

Immigration - Q & A

Languages

Hindi

Sindhi

Urdu

English

Punjabi

Spanish

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