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Mihaela Petre

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Avvo Rating9.0
  • Arlington, VA
  • Licensed for 10 years
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About Mihaela

Practice areas

AsylumImmigration
  1. Immigration: 95%

  2. Asylum: 5%

Languages spoken

Romanian, English

Contact

2200 Wilson Blvd., Suite 205
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Bromberg, Kohler Maya & Petre, PLLC

2200 Wilson Blvd., Suite 205
Arlington, VA, 22201

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
NYCurrently registered 201012/09/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Best Lawyer - Immigration LawBest Lawyers in America2020
Pro Bono StarAILA2015
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PartnerBromberg, Kohler Maya & Petre, PLLC2019 - Present
AttorneyLaw Office of Mihaela Petre2013 - 2017
Of CounselBromberg, Kohler Maya & Maschler, PLLC2011 - 2018
Contract AttorneyLegal Source2010 - 2011
Program AssociateInternational Law Institute2008 - 2010
AttorneySerban, Mares & Associates2003 - 2006
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
American Immigration Lawyers Association/ Global Migration SectionMember2012 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (DC Chapter)Member2011 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember2010 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (DC chapter)Member, Nominating Committee2018 - 2018
American Bar AssociationMember2010 - 2014
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
"Derecho en Sociedad” (Law in Society) the law review of the Universidad Latinoamericana de Ciencias y Tecnologia in San Jose, Costa RicaWhat is a “Family” in U.S. Immigration Law? Treatment of Same-sex Spouses Provide a Window Into the Inconsistency of the Answer2012
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Georgetown University Law CenterLL.M2008
Law School, University of Bucharest, RomaniaLL.B - Bachelor of Laws2002
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
L-1A Visa ExtensionPetition Granted by USCIS
EB-1 Extraordinary Ability PetitionPetition Granted by USCIS
Application for Asylum and for Withholding of RemovalAffirmative Asylum Granted

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Responsive

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Mihaela called in response to my email and is willing to work with us. I hope that will happen soon!
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Consulted attorney

Excellent Lawyer

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In 2014 after having a very terrible experience with multiple immigration lawyers, I was so desperate to find a truthful honest lawyer who can help me with my very complex case. I-751 denied with deportation proceedings. I was hopeless and depressed till a friend of mine recommended Mr. Bromberg and Mihaela Petre. Hope started to grow after consulting with them. They worked thoroughly, built my case strong. With their outstanding job, my Greencard was approved and deportation proceedings was dismissed. Helped me with my citizenship application and now on my way to OATH TAKING! I wouldn't be here to where I'm at now without their help! Mihaela is very down to earth. She has a BIG HEART who listens and feels whatever a client is going through. I highly recommend Ms. Petre!
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Hired attorney

Very good lawyer

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Because of Mihaela and her the all staff I was able to stay in USA with my family. I'm married with 2 kids. I was subject to deportation after being arrested for something I didn't do. All charge were drop but had to fight deportation. She was with me thru the whole process. Was able to get my work permit then my green card thru the court. She was always when I needed her. She and her staff helped me a lot thru all this year. Overall Mihaela is a great lawyer Im Glad I have hired her and definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer.
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Thanks Mihaela Petre for your outstanding support with the EB1 – Green Card Process

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In 2012, a colleague from my former job referred me to Bromberg, Kohler Maya & Maschler, PLLC. I was looking for a professional law firm to guide me with the process of obtaining a green card through the EB1 (Extraordinary Ability) category for me and my family. Mihaela Petre, who is an Of Counsel with the firm, took the leadership on my case. Mihaela was very thorough, responsive and professional throughout the entire process. There was a moment when I wanted to hurry up the process and send the application package quickly. Mihaela explained to me that there were still a few elements missing which, if obtained, would have strengthened my case. So, we decided to wait a little before submitting and we worked together to further build my case and improve my chances of success. I was really glad to see that the application was approved and we could move on to the next step in the process – the green card application for me and my family. Mihaela accompanied us to the interview, which went very well. We are very grateful for Mihaela’s outstanding work, which allowed us to become residents of this beautiful country. Thank you very much!!

An outstanding professional and human being, an assertive lawyer

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An outstanding professional and human being, an assertive lawyer I highly recommend Mrs. Mihaela Petre! She has recently helped me to get my daughter’s visa approved. She is not only a competent and understanding attorney, but also a trustworthy person! She was excellent in preparing and filing the visa applications and I was impressed from the first phone consultation by her knowledge, honesty, and also because she immediately understood my daughter’s legal issue. I knew we would work well together right then. She worked hard to meet the deadlines (which was very important in our case), guided us throughout the application process, and was extremely responsive every time we needed her advice. She always responded to my e-mails and was very patient with explaining what had to be done and how my family and I could help. I am from Europe, she informed me very well about my options, and very importantly, she understood that I am a person with hopes, fears, and aspirations, not just a legal case. She never gave false hope and I will forever be grateful for her work, and her humanity. I am really pleased with the way she handled my case and I highly recommend her to anyone whose immigration matters are close to the heart and/or crucial to the future and to those seeking high quality assistance for their immigration issues. Considering a rating for different aspects, I will give Excellent for trustworthy, Excellent for responsiveness, Excellent for knowledge, and Excellent for keeping me informed. In conclusion, if I should give an overall rating for Mrs. Mihaela Petre, this is Excellent! Stefana

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Malgorzata Potega-Bill, Immigration Attorney on Aug 28, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Mihaela is a very professional and knowledgeable immigration lawyer. I would certainly recommend her services to anyone seeking an experienced immigration attorney.

Richard Bromberg, Immigration Attorney on Mar 24, 2017
Relationship: Supervised lawyer

I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Petre has been working as an of counsel attorney with my office for five years. She is a dedicated, talented and compassionate lawyer. She possesses an outstanding ability to analyze a client's problem, recommend all viable solutions, and implement the plan of action in an expedient fashion. Her legal ethics are impeccable. I wholeheartedly endorse her

Florina Apostol, Immigration Attorney on Feb 22, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer.

Somair Alam, Immigration Attorney on Feb 11, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Ms. Petre is a top-notch immigration attorney. A zealous advocate for her clients and highly respected in the legal community.

Daniel Fisher, Immigration Attorney on Nov 8, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Very smart and knowledgeable attorney. Very high ethical standards. I endorse this lawyer.

Judd Nemiro

This attorney exceeds expectations. I endorse this lawyer.

Elizabeth Kohler, Immigration Attorney on Nov 17, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer. Mihaela Petre is a dedicated lawyer that brings a unique combination of compassion, determination, legal expertise and knowledge to each case she works on.

Lisa Britton, Immigration Attorney on Sep 16, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

If you are looking for an immigration lawyer with skill, dedication, and kindness, then you would be more than happy with Mrs. Petre. She genuinely cares about her clients and always does her best. There are many lawyers who may be able to simply do the job, but selecting a lawyer who really cares makes all the difference. Mrs. Petre is that lawyer.

Toni Maschler, Immigration Attorney on Mar 26, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse Mihaela Petre. She is a very thorough, professional, and capable attorney, with a depth of knowledge in multiple immigration areas. Mihaela is particularly skilled in crafting "extraordinary ability" EB-1 cases. It has been an honor to work with her, and see the respect and affection between her and the clients, as well as her stellar memoranda and briefs.