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Dr. George D. Pappas
also known as Pappas Legal PLLC
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About Dr. George
Biography
At Pappas Legal, PLLC, I bring 23 years of experience in immigration advocacy, including my time as a former Federal Immigration Judge, to offer comprehensive legal guidance. I represent clients in matters involving USCIS, Immigration Courts across the country, the Board of Immigration Appeals, Federal Courts, and U.S. Consulates. My goal is to help you navigate your immigration application or case with care and commitment. I work with clients both nationwide and internationally.
Helping immigration clients represents one of the most rewarding experiences in my career.
Helping immigration clients represents one of the most rewarding experiences in my career.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Immigration
75%
19 years
Litigation
15%
22 years
Criminal Defense
10%
22 years
Fees and Rates
Awards
2014
Licenses
Licensed in Massachusetts for 16 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Licensed in North Carolina for 22 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
Pappas Legal, PLLC
(828) 394-4710
Mobile
14 Pack Square, suite 361, Asheville, NC, 28801
pathway-immigrations.com/Pappas Legal PLLC
(828) 394-4710
Mobile
The Schrafft’s Center Power House, 529 Main Street, Charlestown, MA, 02129
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Dr. George D. Pappas's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Brendan O Neill | July 17, 2014
George D Pappas in my opinion this is who he is.
George D Pappas was a gift from God, George was kind enough to take on my case pro Bono because of a situation I had ongoing. He was the best most sincere Attorney I have ever met in my life. On top of that he was a perfectionist at his job with made me adhere to a high standard and this In the e...
Posted by Veronica Carrillo | July 11, 2014
Amazing and Helpful Lawyer!
My name is V. Carrillo. I want everybody to know if it wasn’t for Attorney George Pappas my husband will be in Mexico by now. Supposedely my husband had a deportation order but thanks to Mr. Pappas he is now a legal resident alien because of his knowledge and compassion for others. He is now here wit...
Posted by Rosa | May 30, 2014
AMAZING!
My husband had been in removal proceedings and thanks to George he is now here to stay for good! George is super full of patience and the best part is he is realistic. We have accomplished so much and we could not have done it without George.
Posted by Juan | January 27, 2014
A Great Lawyer
I was about to be deported and I was in an immigration detention center when a family member contacted Mr. Pappas. He worked really hard on my case and he treated the case as if it was the case of a family member. That is something that I had never experienced with any other lawyer. He was able to ge...
Posted by CarlMarangoudakis | January 24, 2014
You are in great hands with this lawyer ! Do not gamble - George is the best
George is a great communicator. He handled our situation from A to Z every detail. He explained everything clearly along the way. He has great knowledge and experience. His advice is solid as granite, his integrity is solid as a diamond. You are in great hands with George, and by the way, he's a plea...
Dr. George D. Pappas's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Dr. Pappas is very hardworking and thorough on his cases."
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"I endorse this lawyer. He is knowledgeable, friendly and professional."
"I endorse Dr. George. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I have been impressed by this attorney's accomplishments. He is not only an outstanding lawyer, but educator as well and I endorse his legal services."
"Attorney George Dino Pappas is an extraordinary attorney. I have had the distinct pleasure of working closely with Mr. Pappas on several cases. He is competent, detailed and most of all caring. I heartily endorse him without reservation."
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Immigration lawyer
Peter Loughlin
Immigration lawyer
Experience
Honors
2022
North Carolina Supreme Court Honor Society, North Carolina Supreme Court
2020
Alia Pro Bono Champion, American Immigration Lawyers Association
2014
Ph.D, Birkbeck Collage University of London
2014
Client's Choice, Avvo
1972
Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America
Work Experience
2004 - Present
North American Representative, University of London International Programmes
2002 - Present
Executive Director, The International Center for Legal Studies
2023 - 2025
Federal Immigration Judge, Department Of Justice
2008 - 2013
General Counsel, Springfield Forward, Inc.
1999 - 2012
Editor, The Malet Street Gazette
Associations
2016 - Present
4th Cir. Court of AppealsAdmitted
2012 - Present
Buncombe County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
U.S. Supreme CourtAdmitted
2008 - Present
Massachusetts Board of Bar OverseersAdmitted
2006 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationAssociate
2006 - Present
U.S. Committee for RefugeesPro Bono Attorney
2003 - Present
North Carolina State BarAdmitted
2003 - Present
U.S. District Court Western District of NCAdmitted
2003 - Present
Mecklenburg County BarMember
2003 - Present
Bobbit Inn (American Inns of Court)Associate
2003 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2012
Mecklenburg County Bar, Immigration SectionMember
2009 - 2009
U.S. District Court of MassachusettsAdmitted
2009 - 2010
PAIR/Dentention Program BostonPro Bono Attorney
2008 - 2012
Hampden County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - 2007
Mecklenburg County Bar, Lawyer Referral Service CommitteeCo-chair
Sample of Legal Cases
Dramer Gets Green Card
Approved Green Card
Deportation Proceeding Terminated
Removal Proceedings Terminated
Judicial V Visa Certifiction Granted
Motion Granted
DACA Approved
Approved
U Visa Approved!
Granted - Approved by USCIS
Legal Permanent Resident - Green Card
Approved
Released from Detention
Released from Detention
Citizenship Granted
Granted
U Visa Success
Approved
E-Treaty Visa
Granted
BIA Appeal Granted
Granted
Prosecutorial Discretion
Removel Proceedings Closed!
BIA Appeal & Immigration Court
Relief Granted
Immigration Removal Defense
Successful
Domestic Violence
Relief Granted
Immigration Waiver
Granted
Deferred Action -Dreamers
Relief Granted
Education
2014
Birkbeck College, University of London
PhD
2000
Widener University School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
1998
University of London
LL.B. Honors
1982
London School of Economics and Political Science
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2018
The World According to Mark (Radio Host: Mark Lieberman)
Book Interview: The Literary and Legal Genealogy of Native American Dipossession
2017
“Sustaining Democracy: Existence, Persistence, Resistance
Sustaining Democracy
2017
Your Voice, Your Future: The Immigration Impact' Town Hall
Immigration
2017
Public Lecture
From 'The Marshal; Trilogy Cases to Standing Rock'.
2017
"Sustaining Democracy: Existence, Persistence, Resistance"
"The Marshall Trilogy to Standing Rock"
2015
Latin Advocacy Coalition
Immigration Meeting DACA/DAPA
2014
JMPro TV
DACA/DAPA Immigration Reform
2013
DACA Deferred Action Henedersonville, NC
Deferred Action
2010
Johnson Wood Foundation
Immigration Prorgram
2006
Charlotte Chamber of Commerce
Abritration Rules
Publications
2016
Taylor and Francis Publishers
The Literary and Legal Genealogy of Native American Dispossession: The Marshall Trilogy Cases 1823-1832 (Book)
2015
Critical Legal Thinking
The Greek Debt 'Confidence Trick'
2015
Critical Legal Thinking
The Greeks Deserve Better From Europe
2014
Asheville Citizen-Times
Republican obstructionism forces president to lead
2013
Asheville Citizen Times
Ironic Cherokee had to purchase their own property
2012
Critical Legal Thinking
Another Greek Myth: Freedom of the Press
2010
The National Herald
Immigrants Make America Better
2007
National Center Comittee For Refugee & Immigrant Children
Attorney George Pappas Obtains U Interim Relief for Child
2004
The National Greek Herald
Wars Moral Poverty Cannot be Saved by Legality
2001
The Malet Street Gazette
Establishing a New Basis for Aider & Abtter Liablity? A Review of SEC Rule 10b-5 in Light of Central Bank v. Denver First Interstate Bank
2000
The Malet Street Gazette
Does Delaware Law Allocate Financial Resources Efficiently In A Takeover Context?
2000
The Malet Street Gazette
Bar Admission Rules and Foreign Lawyers: U.S. State Barriers Challenged in a Global Economy
1985
American Banker
Co-venturing and Cooperative Countertrading
1984
American Banker
OPEC: Oil Revenues Down, Countertrade Up
1984
American Banker
Both U.S. Exporters and Developing Nations Stand to Glean Benefits from Countertrade
Languages
Greek
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers