Siana Jody McLean

Siana Jody McLean

also known as Siana J. McLean-McDonald

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 14 years

Immigration Lawyer at Niagara falls, NY
Practice Areas: Immigration, Asylum

1520 Pine Avenue, Niagara falls, NY

About Siana

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
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  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 14 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2011

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Muscato & Shatkin, LLP

1520 Pine Avenue, Niagara falls, NY, 14301

Muscato & Shatkin, LLP

415 Franklin Street, Buffalo, NY, 14202

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Siana Jody McLean's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

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Posted by Raoul | June 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best immigration in the north east real feelings for people facing no hope

I was detained in Batavia detention center. I contacted literally 5 other attorneys and they all said that there wasn’t going to be a postive outcome give up things aren’t going to go your way. They all wanted thousands of dollars. I even retained 3 attorneys who took advantage of a vulnerable situat...ion. My family girlfriend and myself was loosing hope. I’ve lived in the United States since I was a child. I ran into some legal matters that I never new would cause me to be in the state I was In. I was ordered removed 7 years ago but never realized the reality of time and how this matter needed to be addressed Mrs McLean was amazing called requested my prior file and new the ins and outs of the laws and requested all immagration proceedings to be terminated. With no light at the end of the tunnel this attorney believed and felt confident. I would 100 percent request and recommend this attorney to everyone dealing with immigration issues. She new the criminal laws and saw a positive outlook

Posted by Yessica | March 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Knowledgeable lawyer

When I first came upon Siana I was able to have a consultation over the phone and she reassured me that if she could help my case she would take it and not just take on my case without knowing if she could help me. My first in person meeting with her she answered all my questions and I had a lot! It’...s been a couple of years and I finally got my residency and I want to thank Siana for all the help she has given me! She is very reliable, always answered my questions through the years in a timely manner, and got my case to where it needed to go... I know many people who have gone to other lawyers and gone no where and she on the other hand did all she could and got me results... she is very easy to talk to not like some lawyers who just intimidate you. I will definitely recommend her!

Posted by Dalila | January 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Extremely Difficult Case

Mrs Mclean was extremely professional even when faced with obstacle after obstacle in my case, I was facing immediate deportation due to not one but two previous orders of removal. I was detained in an ICE detention facility with limited resources she still agreed to take on my case. She asked for my... release on several occasions and after each denial of those request continued to submit and resubmit requests until I was eventually released. In November of 2019 my removal case was successfully dismissed with the continued help of Mrs Mclean & after filing for adjustment of status in 2019 I received my greencard in November of 2020. I would absolutely recommend Mrs Siana Mclean to anyone in immigration proceedings.

Posted by Kawira Gates | January 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Difficult case

Unlike other attorneys who judged us before taking our case and charging us $400 for consultation .Other attorneys who got lost in the details. We contacted Siana and we set up a meeting which was free consultation she was so positive which gave us a lot of hope.Siana had our back and when things go...t difficult she did not charge us.she is honest , decent and knows what she is doing . She fought for us until our waiver was approved and got a permanent residence. If you are an immigrant with immigration issues I would recommend Siana since she was an immigrant so she understands The struggles .You can never go wrong with Siana ,We do really appreciate her efforts . God bless you

Posted by cheryl | June 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Difficult case

She is the best immigration lawyer. My boyfriend had a difficult case. His case was dismissed. I would strongly recommend her.

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Siana Jody McLean's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gary Anderson

Immigration lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Siana Jody McLean is a lawyer with boundless energy and great integrity. You can't go wrong with her defending you."

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Kevin Neiman

Unknown lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Siana McLean displays genuine concern in every question she answers on Avvo. Attorney McLean's answers reflect a solid understanding of the law and a quick grasp of the applicable law in every situation. She also gives practical solutions. I endorse this lawyer for immigration matters."

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Melissa Mummery

Immigration lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"Siana is a consummate professional with an unparalleled depth of legal knowledge regarding immigration matters, and I would recommend her without hesitation."

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Peter Charnetsky

Immigration lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"Siana is a hardworking, dedicated attorney. Her knowledge of immigration law is an asset to her clients."

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Jeffrey Slatus

Unknown lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Siana is a hard working skilled immigration attorney. She is very diligent, and always responds to inquiries very promptly. Any client who wants an attorney to provide a personal focus on their case should definitely retain Siana."

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Anthony Kuhn

Immigration lawyer | Jan 01

Relationship: Co-worker

"Siana is a competent and proactive immigration attorney. Siana is thorough and effective in how she approaches every matter. Without hesitation, I endorse this lawyer."

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Emma Buckthal

Unknown lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Siana is a great immigration lawyer. Through her hard work, creative thinking, and dedication, she wins cases that others might throw their hands up at. I highly recommend her."

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Seth Leech

Immigration lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Ms. McLean on several complicated immigration matters. She is passionate about what she does, is easy to contact, has a brilliant legal mind and gets results in hard cases. I have no hesitation in referring clients to her."

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Matthew Borowski

Immigration lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Siana is an excellent Immigration Lawyer who I have worked with on several matters. She works tirelessly on behalf of her clients and does everything in her power to prevent them from being deported. A+++++"

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Champion for Justice, Erie County Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project

N/A

Peter J. Murrett Pro Bono Award, American Immigration Lawyers Association

N/A

Legal Service Award, Minority Bar Association of Western New York

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Of Counsel, Muscato & Shatkin, LLP

2015 - 2018

Senior Counsel, Tully Rinckey, PLLC

2012 - 2015

Of Counsel, Muscato & Shatkin, LLP

2011 - 2012

Attorney, Jeremy Richards Immigration Law

2010 - 2012

Attorney, Neighborhoood Legal Services

Associations

2011 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Minority Bar Association of Western New York

Member

2009 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2011 - 2021

Bar Association of Erie County

Member

2011 - 2013

National Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Matter of R-S-

Motion to Reopen Granted

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Education

2010

State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

Seneca College

Advanced Diploma

2004

University of Toronto

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

CLE

Representing Clients in Immigration Court

2015

Board of Immigration Appeals Accreditation Course

Waivers of Inadmissibility and Deportability

2014

Immigrants Facing Removal Proceedings

Immigration Consequences of Criminal Convictions

2014

Career Seminar

Careers In Immigration Law

Languages

English

Activity

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