Mounia El-Arar

Mounia El-Arar

also known as Mounia Elarar

5.0
Rating: 6.3

Licensed for 6 years

Immigration Lawyer at Fuquay Varina, NC
Practice Areas: Immigration

.., Fuquay Varina, NC

About Mounia

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Employment-based immigration, including EB-1A extraordinary ability petitions, EB-2 National Interest Waivers, O-1, L-1, and E-2 visas, family-based immigration, adjustment of status, consular processing;, fiancé visas, and naturalization.

6 years

100%

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 5 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2021

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 6 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2020

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 6 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2020

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Mounia Elarar Law LLC

.., Fuquay Varina, NC, 27526

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Mounia El-Arar's Reviews

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28 Client Reviews

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Posted by Lakshmi K | August 08, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Exceptional Guidance and First-Attempt EB-1A Approval

I had a great experience working with my attorney on my I-140 EB-1A case, which was approved on the first attempt. She thoroughly reviewed my profile, provided valuable suggestions, and helped present my achievements in the strongest way. She carefully reviewed each criterion and scheduled dedicated ...time to finalize each one, which made the entire process smooth and gave me confidence throughout. Highly recommend her expertise and guidance!

Posted by Akilnath | June 17, 2026 | Hired Attorney

From NOID to Approved — Mounia Delivered on Every EB-1A Criterion

I recently worked with Mounia on my I-140 petition, and the experience was outstanding. From the second week onward, she provided hands-on guidance at every stage to strengthen my case profile. While the case-building process was thorough and took considerable time, it ultimately resulted in an appro...ved I-140. When a Notice of Intent to Deny (NOID) was issued after the initial filing, Mounia crafted a detailed and compelling rebuttal response addressing each and every EB-1A criterion, which made all the difference. For anyone pursuing a self-sponsored I-140, I wholeheartedly recommend Mounia.

Posted by Julekha | January 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Excellent attorney that genuinely cares about her client

Mounia is an absolutely amazing attorney. She helped my husband and me with our green card application, and the entire experience was smooth and reassuring. Throughout the process, she was always available to answer my questions and even joined calls whenever I requested. She was patient, clear, and ...very supportive at every step. Our application was prepared with great care and attention to detail, and it was approved in a very short amount of time. What truly sets Mounia apart is that she genuinely cares about her clients and is deeply invested in their success. If you are looking for an attorney who is knowledgeable, responsive, and truly supportive, I highly recommend reaching out to Mounia.

Posted by anonymous | August 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Exceptional Attorney - Highly Recommended for EB-1A Petitions

Working with Mounia on my EB-1A petition was one of the best decisions I made in my immigration journey. From the very beginning, she was incredibly responsive, detail-oriented, and always willing to go the extra mile to make sure everything was done right. She took the time to understand my uniqu...e background as an industry professional and crafted a compelling petition strategy tailored specifically to my accomplishments. Her guidance was thorough and thoughtful—every email, every form, and every document was handled with precision and care. What truly sets Mounia apart is her dedication. Even when things got complex, she remained calm, supportive, and always quick to respond. I never felt like I was just another case—she made me feel supported every step of the way. Thanks to her hard work and expertise, my EB-1A petition was approved, and I’m incredibly grateful. I can’t recommend Mounia highly enough—if you’re navigating the EB-1A process, you want someone like her in your corner.

Posted by Medha | February 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney

immigration experience

Mounia El-Arar is a very efficient and a highly professional immigration lawyer. She guided and oriented us through this process of green card application and we received it within 6 months of filing. She has been a wonderful support through this entire process and i would highly recommend her.

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Experience

Rating:  6.3 (Good)

Honors

2019

Recognition for Pro Bono Service, Feinstein Center for Pro Bono & Experiential Learning

2016

Leadership Scholarship, RWU Law School

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Principal Attorney, Mounia Elarar Law LLC

2022 - 2023

Counsel, Wolffers Cohen & Edderai LLP

2019 - 2019

Legal Intern, U.S. House of Representatives, Committee on Natural Resources

2019 - 2020

Judicial Law Clerk, New Jersey Superior Court

2019 - 2019

Extern in Office of Chief Counsel, Drug Enforcement Administration

2018 - 2018

Coverage Group Law Clerk, Liberty Mutual Insurance

Associations

2020 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member

2020 - Present

New Jersey Women Lawyers Association

Member

2020 - Present

New Jersey Muslim Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

EB2 NIW

Approved

EB1A

Case Approved

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Education

2019

Roger Williams University School of Law

Juris Doctor

2019

Roger Williams University

Masters of Science in Cybersecurity

2016

Stonehill College

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2016

42nd Annual Eastern Economic Association Conference The Impact of the Foreign-Born Population on the United States Economy

2016

41st Annual Meeting of the Association of Private Enterprise Education The Impact of the Foreign-Born Population on the United States Economy

Publications

2026

LinkedIn – Immigration, Innovation & AI Welcome to Immigration, Innovation & AI

Languages

Arabic

English

Activity

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