Janet Esther Moon

Janet Esther Moon

4.3
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 16 years

Immigration Lawyer at Syracuse, NY
Practice Areas: Immigration

100 W. Fayette St. Ste. 1000, Syracuse, NY

About Janet

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Janet focuses her practice on immigration benefits for families, students, and couples seeking everything from visa and green cards to help with a hearing and citizenship.

12 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Pro bono

10 %


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 16 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2009

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Bousquet Holstein PLLC

100 W. Fayette St. Ste. 1000, Syracuse, NY, 13202

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Janet Esther Moon's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | December 6, 2021 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Not professional

She charges $300/hr and would not even remember basic details about your case which in turn makes you reitarate the same information while paying her again for it. In addition, she would charge me several times for reading the SAME documents PRIOR to consultations. I obviously agree lawyers should ge...t paid for their time for things like this, but it happened several times when documents didn't change and I felt her approach was somewhat deceiving. Because I was in (what I thought at the time) a delicate situation (which now I'm realizing wasn't ANYYHING to ever worry about in the first place), instead of having clarity and a sense of ease, I would almost always leave my "consultations" with her feeling more stressed and fearful. I felt I had to keep coming back for more consultations, and it ended up being insanely expensive for no reason other than I had to keep reminding her of previously reviewed documents. Just another small example is that she charged me $75 dollars for a 6 minute phone call, where I only asked her to confirm the deadline that was outlined on the USCIS website.... I would never recommend her services to anyone

Posted by Laura Molina | December 5, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND Janet and her Immigration Firm!

I retained Ms. Janet Moon to prepare me for and accompany me to my N-400 Citizenship Interview. Even though Janet said she didn’t do much during the interview, because I was doing well on my own, the truth is she did a lot!!  Janet was extremely helpful with her knowledge of immigration law and advi...ce on how I should approach the interview. Her familiarity with the local system was also very useful. You will find Janet is a very nice, easy-going and very effective professional.  Janet did an outstanding job introducing my case at the beginning of the interview. Her knowledge gives you confidence you are prepared and she will have your back if needed. The easy-going way she presents herself makes you feel comfortable, like you have a friend by and on your side.  I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Janet and her Immigration Firm!

Posted by Jason | February 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Emergency Immigration Assitance

We hired Janet to help us with an unexpected green card issue that was urgent. We had no idea what to do or where to go for help and were referred to Janet by an acquaintance. She responded extremely quickly to our first message and after a couple brief emails and a short phone call, she was able to... resolve the situation favorably by writing to the USCIS office in Buffalo. I can't imagine a more positive experience with a lawyer or recommend her enough.

Posted by Megan | August 2, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommended

I am foreign, my then boyfriend (now husband) is a US Citizen, we first met with Janet for advice and guidance about our options as my tourist visa was about to expire. Janet is very knowledgeable with a kind and gentle manner, she made our options clear, was explicit about the costs/charges involved... and these did not change during the eight months we worked together, there were no extra or hidden costs. We hired Janet and her team to support us putting our Green Card application together. She was honest and accurate about different timelines throughout and gave us clear instructions about what evidence we needed to provide for our case. Janet made a complex system as simple as she could and she and her team were always approachable and reassuring with any questions we had and so prompt and clear in all their communications, they clearly work well together and submitted a thorougher, professional and successful application on our behalf. We would highly recommend Janet and her team.

Posted by Abdulla | January 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Experience

Very friendly and responsive staff, always felt very comfortable and assured when dealing with Attorney Moon/McKinnon and her Staff. They even respond on days off. Highly recommend their entire office.

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Janet Esther Moon's Lawyer Endorsements

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Casey Johnson

Immigration lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I could not recommend Janet more highly. I have known Janet for many years and I greatly respect her work. I admire her intellect and her genuine concern for her clients. Janet is a tireless advocate and I would trust her with any matter or client."

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Emilee Hatch

Immigration lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Janet is an excellent attorney and counselor in every sense of the word. She is a true advocate for her clients, and very compassionate and caring towards those she serves. When it comes to the incredibly complicated areas of family-based immigration and employer sponsored immigration issues, you would be hard-pressed to find a more knowledgeable attorney. I wholeheartedly endorse Janet."

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Divya Hoffmann

Immigration lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Having worked with Janet for several months, I can say without reservation that she is an intelligent, dedicated, and ethical attorney!"

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Diane Chappell-Daly

Unknown lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Janet is well suited to the practice of immigration law. She is diligent, thorough and compassionate. She is a credit to the profession. It is a pleasure to work with her."

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

40 Under 40, CNY Business Journal

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Senior Counsel, Bousquet Holstein PLLC

2015 - 2015

Adjunct Professor, Syracuse University, iSchool

2011 - 2019

Immigration Attorney, Moon Law Office, LLC

2008 - 2010

Law Clerk, Northern District New York Federal Court

Associations

2016 - Present

William Herbert Johnson Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

2011 - 2019

Central New York Women's Bar Association

2011 - 2013

New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers

2011 - 2013

New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2008 - 2019

Onondaga County Bar Association

2008 - 2013

New York State Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Humanitarian Parole

Parole Granted

I-751 Petition to Remove Conditions Denial Threatened

10 Year Green Card Approved

Naturalization Denial

Citizenship

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Education

2008

Syracuse University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

Syracuse University

Master in Public Administration

2002

Smith College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

International Graduate Student Worker Know-Your-Rights Teach-In

Work Opportunities for International Graduate Students

2016

Webinar

Employment Based Visas for International PhD Students

2016

Presentation

Sponsorship Issues for Migrant Families

2016

Presentation

Work Options for International Students

Publications

2017

Cheeky Scientist Workbook Series (TBD-related to Employment Visas for International PhDs)

2007

Syracuse Journal of International Law and Commerce Violence, Culture, & HIV/AIDS: Can Domestic Violence Laws Reduce Women's Risk of HIV Infection?

Languages

English

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