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I know immigration law, and I have the experience and the team to help you achieve your immigration dreams. We fight for our clients in immigration courts, at the Board of Immigration Appeals ("BIA"), and in federal courts across the United States. Our corporate clients count on us to help them hire and retain the brightest immigrant employees. We reunite families from across the globe. We help our clients become citizens. And if you have made a mistake in the past, we are the immigration attorneys you should call to fix it.
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State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2002
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Posted by Val | September 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Awesome!!
John is definitely the BEST Immigration lawyer that my husband and i have met. My husband and i met with other lawyers before meeting with John and i can tell you that we regret this to this day. He is very professional and knowlegeable. Everyone in his office is also very friendly and professional. ...
Posted by Sohail | July 11, 2012 | Immigration
My success story
I am very fortunate to know Mr. W. John Yahya Vandenberg and his law firm they helped me receive my Green Card. I was in the removal proceeding and my previous lawyer had given up hopes, he advised me that the best he can do is to get a two year delay in the proceedings with a work authorization and ...
"FULL DISCLOSURE: I consider John a friend, as well as a colleague. I can endorse this attorney from a different perspective. Many of his endorsers are his contemporaries, or even younger lawyers which in no way diminishes the worth of their praise and esteem. I've known John from his Law School days,while serving as an Officer in the local AILA Chapter. I've seen him develop from a law student with a deep interest in immigration law, though young lawyer working for his clients and actively participating in Bar events through to the Partner in the respected immigration law firm that he is today. He now serves the local Immigration Bar as an Officer in our Immigration lawyers association. John is an intelligent, compassionate and creative attorney and nice guy.. Thus, no surprise for the high regard which he has rightfully earned. I am relatively new to this AVVO, about a month (generational, I guess), or I would have given this high endorsement much sooner than today."
"Probably the best attorney in PA, Andy is quick and gets the job done. He is expert at what he does, and he doesn't charge an arm and a leg. Not only is he a amazing profoessional but he is also a good man and he has a great sense of humor. As an attorney he has always won cases! As a person he is always there for you."
"I endorse this lawyer. An outstanding immigration lawyer! I have personally seen John in immigration court and believe that he is a superb advocate for his clients. A truly A+++ immigration attorney with a track record to prove it!"
"John is a true professional when it comes to the field of immigration law. He not only knows the law, but understands his clients, which is the best recipe for success!"
"Mr. Vandenberg is one of the most honest and trustworthy attorneys in the immigration field. His knowledge of immigration law and his dedication to his clients is second to none."
"John is a star of the Philadelphia immigration bar. I would recommend him to anybody who is searching for a dedicated, caring, intelligent immigration attorney."
"In my experience having worked with W. John Vandenberg for seven years in a variety of settings, I can say that there are few immigration attorneys working today with his uncommon and sterling blend of intelligence, practicality, compassion, creativity, and absolute integrity."
"Many of my client are immigrants but I practice criminal law and personal injury law not immigration so I frequently seek John's advise on my client's behalf. He is is extremely knowledgable regarding all aspects of immigration law. Moreover, if he does not know the answer he will do the research and get the answer. He is incredibly dedicated and attentive to his clients, some of them referred to him by me. Most importanly, he is a caring and compassionate person which is essential for someone practicing immigration law. If I refer him a client he never asks about their ability to pay. He is interested in the client's immigration problem and not what they can afford to pay. I endorse him without reservation. In my opinion John is one of the best immigration attorneys in the region."
"John Vandenberg is a fabulous lawyer and a great person. Anyone who has him as a lawyer is extremely lucky. I recommend him to anyone needing an immigration lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known John in a professional capacity since 2002. I have opposed him in court and worked together with him in a number of endeavors. He is a consummate professional, very knowledgeable, skilled and a zealous advocate for his clients. Other attorneys often ask for his opinion and guidance."
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2012
Matthew Baxter Award for Mentorship, American Immigration Lawyers Association - Philadelphia Chapter
2012
Rising Star- Immigration Law, Super Lawyers Magazine
2007
Best Immigration Attorney on the Main Line, Main Line Today Magazine
2006 - Present
Partner, Hogan & Vandenberg, LLC
2012 - 2012
Adjunct Lecturer in Law, Transnational Legal Clinic, University Of Pennsylvania Law School
2002 - 2005
Associate Attorney, Law Office of David E. Piver
2013 - Present
Nationalities Service Center (NSC)Board of Trustees
2012 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Philadelphia chapter)Vice-Secretary/Committee Liaison
2010 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association - Philadelphia ChapterUSCIS Liaison Committee Member
2002 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2002 - Present
National Association of Muslim LawyersMember
Petition granted, removal order vacated, case reopened.
Petition for Review Granted
Petition for Review Granted
Petition for Review Granted
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JD - Juris Doctor
1996
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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2012
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2012
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2012
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2011
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