Ricky Anthony Palladino

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Ricky Anthony Palladino

5.0
336 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

Immigration Lawyer at Philadelphia, PA
Practice Areas: Immigration, Personal Injury

1528 Walnut St, Ste. 1701, Philadelphia, PA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Ricky

Biography

Aggressive Immigration Lawyer who has worked on both sides of the aisle.

Immigration Attorney who worked for the INS and has represented 1,000s of people in private practice

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Immigration 90%

Practicing in all areas of immigration law including: removal defesne, asylum, family based petitions, and employment based petitions.

20 years

90%
Personal Injury 10%

Plaintiff personal injury

10%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
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Platinum Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 19 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Palladino, Isbell & Casazza, LLC

1528 Walnut St, Ste. 1701, Philadelphia, PA, 19102

www.piclaw.com

Palladino, Isbell & Casazza, LLC

1 West 3rd St., Suite 200, 3rd and Jackson, Media, PA, 19063

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Palladino, Isbell & Casazza, LLC

2316 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, 19145

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Ricky Anthony Palladino's Reviews

Showing 106 - 110 of 117 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Mumin | April 29, 2013 | Immigration

RICKY is the MAN you want to have ON your side.RICKY is the MAN who is an EXPERT in immigration cases.HE is the MOST honest

FIrst of ALL we as family would recommend RICKy and his firm to Anybody out there trying to solve their cases.Ricky will be OPEN with you from the start,he will make you feel comfortable as the conversation go on and you will have the GOOD feeling in you before you leave the office. The minute we... came to RICKY's office in walnut street,which is really convenient and pretty close to USCIS phila office. LISA the great assistant welcomed us and made us very comfortable and RICKY steps in the Office and went down the business in a professional matter,honest with his client and very open , any kind of questions i had. He knew Our concerns and he was aware of the looooooooong processing time of USCIS with all kind of excuses after we had so many INFO PASS and so many service requests,so many senator ,representative inquries and it came down the only LAST option. So there they were SOLOW,ISBELL and PALLADINO firm. They took the case and started working on it after the minute we left RICKY's Office.While we were talking the beatiful asssistant LISA and heading out from the office,Ricky was already doing his PART and giving us THUMBS UP and next morning i got emails from RICKY and ADAM keeping us update regarding their SWIFT actions.We had the feeling that case would resolved quciker than 3 months which was the processing time by law and Surprisingly NEXT MORNING we gotta EMAIL from USCIS saying case was APPROVED in just 1 day. So we would really like to thank Ricky and his firm with the SWIFT actions they took and resolved our case in 1 day and also his assistant LISA who were always very kind to us and kept us informed by email or phone if we needed to call if you really want your case handled properly and do not need headache from USCIS,you should give a call to RICKY when you are done reading MY review.THATS EXACTLY WHAT WE DID and that was the smartest choice we ever did

Posted by Michelle | April 02, 2013 | Immigration

Excellence and Professional all the way!!!!!

My husband and I were searching for a lawyer for years that could help us with his immigration case and we were turned down by many claiming to be a dead end. We went to our local Catholic Charities agency and we were sent to Ricky to tackle this case. What we loved about Ricky is that he took the ti...me to listen and gave us the confidence in trusting him to tackle our case. I have to say that he is very professional and when we went to the Immigration office in Philadelphia, it was very comforting to see how very respected he is. His work has been FLAWLESS and we are expecting my husband's son arrival from Venezuela anytime soon, it has been 10 plus years that my husband has not seen his son. We thank and owe alot to Ricky for helping us!!! the Journey is not fully over, but Ricky has given us another plan on how he would tackle it depending our outcome!! I don't think that there is any tough case Ricky can't handle, this guy in knowledgeable and confident in his work and this is what is comforting to anyone who is looking for an Immigration Lawyer to help them.

Posted by Mumin | November 08, 2012 | Immigration

IF You want Attorney that will listen,explain,show ways,and FIGHT for you, ricky is the TOP whatever your case is.HE WILL HELP!!

i ve been dealing with USCIS for myself long time since i came to this country more than10 years ago,FINALLY i became citizen last year and now it was time to deal with USCIS again this time for my wife after i got married.I knew a lot of things about applications and process.But the slow processing ...time of USCIS got me thinking i should hire attorney who can help,explain us the ways or our options . Ricky was very honest with us from the first we stepped in his office in WALNUT Street which is very close to USCIS office so you can just walk there if you need to.(And he can get to your cases much faster than other attorneys of course if he needs to be there for you) HE listened very carefully and explained our options then he BACKED his knowledge with his clients case by showing me about the results he got(which you dont find it with lots of other attorneys ) He showed me the LAW change which i wasnt aware of and no way i was able to find it after all my searches.HE KNEW it,explained it and printed for us to keep it. We really were impressed with his knowledge considering his young age BUT to me being young is WANT TO DO MORE.Being young is LISTEN MORE.Being young is FIGHT MORE if needed.So thats what i saw with RICKY.And TRUST me i ve dealt couple other attorneys around the area, i had some come late to interviews with traffic excuses, and i had some sleeping in front of me while i was trying to explain something. WHATEVER your case is,make sure give a call to RICKY and also LISA in his office will make you REALLY WELCOME. Wherever you are in the case,1 month,6months,2 years waiting or more or when you think you have no OPTIONS LEFT with other attorneys,you will still have RICKY to fight for you.But i would definetely recommend hiring him before you do anything,cos REMEMBER everything you do in the process gets recorded so its better do it right with RICKY I RECOMMEND HIM TO ANYBODY WITH ANY IMMIGRATION CASES cos i already told the people i know about him. THANKS Ricky

Posted by anonymous | August 09, 2012 | Immigration

Professional, competent, and gets the job done right!!

Ricky is a great lawyer, he really cares about his clients beyond their legal matters. I had a complex family immigration situation and tried many lawyers who were considered top notch but in the end; none got the job done until I found Ricky. He gives you a clear plan of action, his expectations a...nd opinions right away and its always clear and precise, which makes understanding complex legal matters easier. He is punctual and professional, very organized and just an overall great person. He always takes the time to help you through the process and know what to expect. He really works hard for you and I wouldn't go anywhere else for any immigration matter. My only regret is that I found him when my situation became complex through the incompetence of other lawyers, but he helped my family work through it and now I'm at a much better position. Overall, he is the best and most hardworking lawyer I have ever met (and I have tried 4 different Immigration lawyers) and he really gets the job done proficiently.

Posted by Mahmud | January 18, 2012 | Immigration

An Extremely Competent Immigration Lawyer and Genuinely Nice Guy

I myself am a licensed attorney in the US, but I studied here as a foreign national, on a student visa. When the time came for me to pursue a family based application for permanent residency, I started looking around for a competent immigration lawyer to advise me on some of the more complicated asp...ects of immigration law. After some unsatisfying encounters with a few other lawyers, I was very fortunate to land upon Ricky Palladino. As a lawyer myself, I was extremely impressed by the way Ricky does things. He is extremely knowledgable about immigration law, and he has a rare gift of breaking down complex matters into simple steps and explaining things in simple English. While in his presence, I watched and heard him interact with a few of his other clients, and although it was obvious that some of them were not very proficient in English, it was amazing watching how patiently and with how much care he explained exactly where the case was and what the next steps were to be. It was very evident to me that he was genuinely a nice guy who simply loves doing what he does, which obviously helps him being the great lawyer that he is. As for my own case, Ricky handled it with perfection. He kept me constantly informed on exactly what phase of the application process we were, and what the next steps were going to be. If there was any uncertainty involved (for example, sometimes it can be difficult to predict exactly how long the USCIS would take to rule on or reply to something), he explained it to me beforehand, so I didn't needlessly worry or get nervous. I now have my Green Card, and I am extremely satisfied with the legal counsel that I received from Ricky throughout the entire process. I have since recommended him to a number of my own friends and family members, and I have no hesitation in recommending him to anyone in need of a good immigration lawyer, who is also just a genuinely nice guy.

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Ricky Anthony Palladino's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jonathan Grode

Immigration lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"When it comes to removal defense, Ricky is one of the best in the country! Not only does he know the law, he knows the court. Ricky has a long demonstrated track record of success that will only continue to grow!"

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Arkady Rayz

Immigration lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"It would be extraordinarily difficult (if not impossible) to find an attorney who is more knowledgeable in the field of immigration law."

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Hui Zeng

Immigration lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brad Micklin

Immigration lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. His reviews and participation in Avvo speak for themselves. One can see his commitment to zealously advocating for his clients and for his ethical practices."

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Joseph Coleman

Immigration lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Anytime I have a client that has immigration consequences in their criminal matter, I know they are in great hands when I refer them to Ricky. I highly endorse him."

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Tudor Neagu

Unknown lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ricky is passionate about immigrants' rights, and he fights hard on behalf of his clients. He is an excellent and well-respected immigration attorney."

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Jacob Sapochnick

Immigration lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Demetri Braynin

Immigration lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent attorney, with genuine commitment to excellence, dedication to his clients, and diligent pursuit to attain the best outcome available for his clients."

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Igor Voloshen

Immigration lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Herbert Ellis

Unknown lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Christopher Casazza

Immigration lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Palladino is an absolute standout amongst immigration attorneys in the Philadelphia area. His dedication, hard work, and understanding of the law is unparalleled in the field. I fully endorse Mr. Palladino without any reservation."

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Adam Solow

Immigration lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"Prior to joining our law firm as a partner, I always admired Ricky's professionalism, intelligence, and ability to get positive results for his clients. Ricky is a dedicated immigration attorney who is knowledgeable in all aspects of immigration law. Ricky actually represented my wife and I at our Adjustment of Status interview in Philadelphia, and I would recommend him to anybody seeking an immigration attorney."

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William Vandenberg

Immigration lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ricky wholeheartedly as an excellent immigration attorney. Few attorneys know immigration law as well as Ricky, but he is unique in another way. Prior to becoming a lawyer, he interned with Immigration and Customs Enforcement ("ICE"), so he knows not only the law, but also has an insider's understanding of how immigration law is actually enforced. This is invaluable to his clients who are facing deportation, and they are well-served to have Ricky Palladino as their advocate."

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Lawrence Kalikhman

Immigration lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ricky is one of the most knowledgeable, thorough and professional immigration attorneys I know. All of my clients with immigration cases are reffered direclty to Ricky."

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Amato Sanita

Immigration lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is my only immigration lawyer. Mr. Palladino is an exceptional lawyer for any client or any attorney to refer a client too."

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Charles Honeyman

Immigration lawyer

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Angela Giampolo

Unknown lawyer

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Joseph Coleman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Anthony Gagliano

Personal injury lawyer

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Demetri Braynin

Unknown lawyer

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Michael Mumola

Personal injury lawyer

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Christopher Casazza

Immigration lawyer

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Adam Solow

Immigration lawyer

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Jonathan Grode

Immigration lawyer

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William Vandenberg

Immigration lawyer

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Lawrence Kalikhman

Personal injury lawyer

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Arkady Rayz

Unknown lawyer

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Amato Sanita

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Top 10 Attorney, America's Best

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Top Immigration Lawyer, Three Best Rated

2021

Alumni Award, University of Dayton

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2020

Top 10 - Immigration Law, Best of the Best Attorneys

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2019

Top 10 Immigration Attorney, Best of the Best Attorneys

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

2015

Distinguished Lawyer, Expert Network

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2006

Barrister's Award for Outstanding Trial Advocacy, Temple Law School

2003

Jules Fiorvanti Memorial Scholarship, Justinian Society of Lawyers

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Partner, Palladino, Isbell & Casazza, LLC

2012 - 2020

Partner, Solow, Isbell & Palladino, LLC

2006 - 2012

Attorney, Bagia & Associates

2004 - 2006

Law Clerk, Bagia & Associates

2000 - 2002

District Counsel's Intern, Immigration & Naturalization Service

Associations

2007 - Present

Justinian Society of Lawyers (Philadelphia Chapter)

Member

2006 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2006 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2014

La Salle University Alumni Board of Directors

Elected Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In Re K-B-

Asylum Grant

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Education

2006

University of Dayton School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

La Salle University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law

Speaking Engagements

2023

Philadelphia Bar Association

Immigration Law Hot Topics

2023

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Immigration Law and Family Law

2021

DELCO Bar Assoc. Immigration Law Update

Immigration Law Update

2020

PA Dairy Summit

Immigration Law Update

2020

2020 CLE- AILA Philadelphia

Ask the Expert

2019

2019 CLE Conference - AILA Philadelphia

NTAs and Bond

2015

AVID Summer Institute

Immigration & Education

2014

Immigration Seminar for Foreign Students at Wilmington University

Immigration Seminar

2014

AILA Philadelphia Chapter -New Members Division

Immigration Court Litigation Basics

2013

Penn State Univ: Dairy Farmers Conference

Immigration Seminar

2013

Lawyer's Forum - Radio Show Commentator: Immigration Law

2013

CLE Seminar

601 Waiver Training Session

2013

Alphabet Aerobics: An Exercise in Non-Immigrant Visas

CLE Seminar - Kline & Specter, PC

2012

2012

AILA Philadelphia's 2012 CLE Conference Grounds of Inadmissibility and Prosecutorial Discretion Update

2010

Wilmington University

Immigration Seminar

2010

BUSCA - La Salle University

Commencement Speaker

2009

Wilmington University Immigration Seminar

2007

Immigration Seminar

KAGRO Immigration Seminar

Publications

2024

2021

NBC News NBC10 Interview

2021

University of Dayton Magazine Putting the Human in Humanity

2018

Philadelphia Inquirer Immigration Court Struggles

2013

Philadelphia Daily News Panel Event Focuses on Immigration

Languages

Spanish

Polish

Russian

Indonesian

Finnish

French

Portuguese

English

Activity

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