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Akanksha Kalra
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Akanksha Kalra, Esquire practices exclusively in the area of immigration and nationality law and provides legal representation to businesses and individuals throughout the United States. She has successfully represented information technology companies, businesses, hospitals, schools, universities, non-profit organizations, and other entities in immigration matters. Her clients range from computer professionals, engineers, architects, entrepreneurs, scientists, researchers, healthcare workers to international entertainers, artists and athletes.
Akanksha works with businesses in developing immigration strategies and policies to manage an international workforce and ensure corporate compliance. She regularly advises corporate clients on the impact of immigration regulations on their business and human resource needs.
Akanksha has been a Pennsylvania resident for twenty one years. She is dedicated to community service and serves on many civic associations and boards. She is a volunteer for numerous non-profit organizations in the Greater Philadelphia area and has contributed many pro-bono efforts on behalf of various groups.
Specialties: Business nonimmigrant work visas and permanent residence (“green cards”); Immigration Employment Compliance issues; IRCA and I-9 requirements (employee verification, recordkeeping and documentation); Corporate Immigration Policy; Family based permanent resident ("green card") matters; Naturalization and Citizenship issues.
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Licensed in New York for 23 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2002
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Location
Immigration & Nationality Law Practice
1420 Walnut Street, Suite 1188, Philadelphia, PA, 19102
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Posted by Anja | October 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Helpful immigration lawyer
My husband and I worked with Akanksha for my immigration, which started in 2015. She was helpful throughout the process and connected with us in between to check in. She was always prepared and honest with us, and my immigration was completed without any issues in 2018, when we expected it would be. ...
Posted by anonymous | October 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
The rudest and most arrogant
If you want to be treated with respect, do not take her services. I did not get whether I was her client or she was my client. She would talk to me like I am her servant. Such a pathetic and rude tone. I only called her once and she made it appear like I am a slave disturbing a queen. She screamed at...
Posted by Samya Mirghani | March 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Excellent legal guidance
We hired Akanksha for assistance with employment based green cards last year. She and her assistant were always available to answer our questions, and were very professional and knowledgable throughout the process, and we strongly recommend Akanksha to anyone.
Posted by anonymous | September 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Not Very Helpful
I used Ms. Kalra's services for naturalization. At the time of hiring her I explained my situation in great detail and she seemed to understand my situation. However after starting the process if I had any questions I found that she was very blunt bordering on rude at times. I expected to receive upd...
Akanksha Kalra
Replied last September 07, 2016Thank you for your comments. I always try my best to understand all the issues specific to a client’s case and accordingly advise them about the process. It is my goal to provide the most professional and expedient services to my clients, to the best of my ability, and respond to their queries in a timely manner. It is not always possible to engage in a long telephone conversation if a client calls when I am tied up at work or have a case deadline so it is better to schedule a telephone call ahead of time to discuss any queries that you may have about your case. I am happy at the positive outcome in your case and sincerely wish you all the best. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.
Posted by Akshay | September 06, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Timely and Efficient
I was very impressed with Akanksha's legal services and I highly recommend her. My case was handled very professionally and without any confusion or glitches. She clearly articulated the entire process, was up front and honest about everything, replied to queries quickly, and kept me up to date throu...
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"I endorse this lawyer. I have reviewed many of Attorney Kalra's responses to complicated legal matters. Her thoughtful and insightful answers demonstrate that she has the utmost knowledge of Immigration law and is a passionate advocate for her clients. She is a great asset to the immigration bar and I wholeheartedly endorse her."
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"Akanksha is a very diligent, knowledgeable, thorough, and well prepared attorney who represents her clients' interests vigorously and effectively. I recommend her highly."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Akanksha Kalra is amazing. When my daughter married an Irish citizen, our family relied upon Akanksha to assist him in his quest to obtain his "green card." Akanksha's advice was timely, clearly explained and always on point. In a field filled with concern and consternation, Akanksha provided comfort, clarity and confidence. I strongly endorse Akanksha as an attorney and as a person. Ken Milner"
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Experience
Honors
2014
Top Contributor 2014, AVVO
2012
Awersome Attorney 2012 Award, Suburban Life Magazine
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Attorney, Immigration & Nationality Law Practice
Associations
2002 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association
Montgomery County Bar Association
Education
1997
University of Pennsylvania Law School
Speaking Engagements
2014
Norristown PA
Preparing for Immigration Reform
2014
CLE, Montgomery Bar Association
McJobs: Fanchising, Immigration & the Economy
2012
MBA Immigration Committee
I-9 and Immigration Compliance issues for Employers
2011
Updates in Employment Law 2011
Immigration Updates - CLE Seminar
Publications
2014
www.akaimmigration.com
Renewal of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
2014
www.akaimmigration.com
Work Authorization for H-4 Spouses
2011
Council of Indian Organizations of Greater Philadelphia
Overview of the Indian Immigration System
Languages
Hindi
Punjabi
Urdu
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Incorrect Status on USCIS Portal
23 Oct 2017
Q&A
I got an RFE on my H1B petition. And USCIS need clarification about few things in order to approved my petition?
02 Aug 2017
Q&A
H1B Transfer - non-IT bachelor's degree?
30 Jun 2017