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Poonam Minhas
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Biography
Poonam Minhas, Esq. is an experienced immigration attorney with over 9 years in immigration law practice. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Long Island University, NY, and a Juris Doctorate from Massachusetts School of Law. Attorney Minhas has successfully handled diverse immigration cases, including employment-based visas, family-based petitions, marriage-based green cards, citizenship applications, asylum claims, BIA appeals, Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) petitions, VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) cases before USCIS, and deportation defense matters before Federal Immigration Courts in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Texas, California, Wisconsin, and Michigan. She is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and the Connecticut Bar Association (CBA) and is Bar-admitted in Connecticut.
Fluent in Hindi, Sindhi, and Urdu, Attorney Minhas is the Principal and Managing Attorney at the Law Offices of P. Minhas, P.C. Her expertise in family immigration, employment immigration, and deportation defense is matched by her dedication to client success. To schedule a free initial consultation with Attorney Minhas, email the office or visit the Law Offices of P. Minhas, P.C. website to fill out the “contact us” form.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Immigration
100%
10 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Connecticut for 9 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 2016
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Law Offices of P. Minhas, P.C.
268 N. Broadway, Suite 11, Hicksville, NY, 11801
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Posted by anonymous | August 05, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
The attorney who really cares
I found myself in a pretty complicated immigration situation and I am so glad I came across Poonam. I am a VAWA applicant and I have a son, who needs more medical care, that is available in the USA. Unfortunately there is no help from child's dad and my immigration status set a lot of limits for ...
Posted by anonymous | August 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
If you want someone who CARES, contact Poonam
I have seen my fair share of immigration lawyers, or lawyers in general, that lose their passion for law and humanity & become infatuated with just monetary reward. Poonam is one of the only immigration attorneys I consulted with who actually cared about me and my situation. She gave me a detailed un...
Posted by Omar | August 04, 2022
Thank you
I appreciate your advice thank you for fast respond ,and for understanding my case situation and providing solutions
Posted by anonymous | August 03, 2022 | Immigration
Highly Recommended
I consulted regarding my Green Card process, and she was pretty accurate with the answers. I highly recommend her if anyone is looking for an immigration attorney.
Posted by Hassan M | June 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Absolutely recommend Poonam
I was in an emergency situation and Poonam not only assisted us with great advice but she also trusted us to send her the payment after she offered her services (my transaction did not go through and our mind was more with the legal issue than with the logistics of payment). I would definitely recom...
Poonam Minhas's Lawyer Endorsements
"I recommend Ms. Minhas and the wide range of immigration matters she handles. She is knowledgeable and personable. I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Minhas consistently provides thorough and sound advice. She provides accurate assessments of specific situations."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse attorney Minhas. Attorney Minhas provides thoughtful and solid guidance when she responds to the immigration inquiries."
"Attorney Minhas consistently provides thorough and sound advice."
"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."
"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."
"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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Experience
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
2018 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Connecticut Bar AssociationMember
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.
Speaking Engagements
2016
Know Your Rights
Immigration - Q & A
Languages
Hindi
Sindhi
Urdu
English
Punjabi
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can my spouse apply for form I-765 for work permit after being approved from the form I-130.
17 Apr 2026
Q&A
I-551 REPLACEMENT
22 May 2025
Q&A
NA3 class with Alien number given during port of entry but no I-551 stamping
23 May 2025