Karen Weinstock

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Karen Weinstock

5.0
66 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

Immigration Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Immigration

1827 Independence Square, Atlanta, GA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Karen

Biography

A Georgia Leader in Immigration Law. (855) 584-0674

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Specializes exclusively in immigration law and is an expert in representing U.S. and international companies in the technology and healthcare areas in obtaining work visas to the U.S., green cards and general immigration matters. Assists U.S. companies with I-9 and immigration compliance.

27 years | 4,000 cases

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Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017 2014 2013
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Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2012
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for < 1 year

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2025

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 26 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1999

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Weinstock Immigration Lawyers

1827 Independence Square, Atlanta, GA, 30338

visa-pros.com

Online Presence

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Karen Weinstock's Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 35 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Jude | April 09, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best Immigration Representation

I had an excellent experience working with Karen Weinstock on my immigration case. From the beginning, they were knowledgeable, responsive, and incredibly thorough. They took the time to explain each step of the process and answered all of my questions with patience and clarity. Thanks to their exper...tise and dedication, my application was handled smoothly and successfully. What I appreciated most was their attention to detail and the genuine care they showed throughout the process. Immigration matters can be stressful, but Karen made me feel confident and supported every step of the way. I would highly recommend them to anyone seeking immigration legal services.

Posted by Damien | May 23, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Outstanding

I highly recommend Weinstock Immigration Lawyers. They took on my complex case, gave me a clear plan and achieved what we set out and then some! We were poorly advised at the start and in dire need of a solution. Karen made the whole process simple, and we got the results we needed. No case is too s...mall, and they have no issue guiding you every step of the way. Even though I felt like I was asking way too many questions.! My only regret was not hiring Weinstock from the start. I would recommend Karen and her firm to anyone needing a team of professionals who get the job done! Cannot thank you all enough.

Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Helped me with an immigration issue

Karen and her firm were professional and helped me with an immigration issue I have faced for years, it was much appreciated!

Karen Weinstock

Replied last March 27, 2023

Thank you so much for your kind words and wonderful review. We genuinely appreciate it. We are honored that you trusted my firm and me to handle and take care of your immigration process. Congratulations once again.

Posted by Darren | June 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Good switch for me

Had a really bad experience with employer hired previous attorney. Karen and especially Alina was really helpful and detailed with H-1B application and the Green card application.

Posted by Peter | January 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent resource and advocate

I was referred to Karen by a friend and colleague who described her as someone my company would want to work with on tough visa applications, where standard corporate firms would likely not be able to offer their attention. Karen and her staff were not only successful on a very difficult visa applica...tion, they did so with transparency, great attention to minute details, and all the while managing expectations and offering suggestions that helped our company and applicant along the way. We're now working with her on two additional visa applications, and consult with her on visa and immigration matters whenever a question arises. Highly recommended.

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Karen Weinstock's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Free

Immigration lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Karen is an experienced, expert immigration attorney who sets the standard for high-quality, creative immigration representation and advocacy."

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Bruce Buchanan

Immigration lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. This is a great lawyer. Very smart."

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Matthew Simon

Immigration lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Weinstock consistently provides insightful and helpful advice. Her knowledge and diligence are clearly evident. I endorse her without reservation"

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Scott France

Immigration lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I proudly endorse this lawyer. Attorney Weinstock is well respected both in her legal community and here within the AVVO community. I would highly recommend this attorney to anyone in the Atlanta, GA area in need of Immigration Law representation."

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Elliot Yi

Unknown lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Howard Lewis

Immigration lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Weinstock is an exceptional attorney with an incredible reputation. She is a strong and zealous advocate for her clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly endorse her."

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Gregory Siskind

Immigration lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have been working with Karen Weinstock for a decade and she has emerged as one of the top immigration lawyers nationally. One of the brightest lawyers I know."

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Ari Sauer

Immigration lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Karen Weinstock is an excellent attorney, who is highly respected within the immigration bar. She is frequently asked to lecture on the immigration laws and as the editor and primary author of The H-1B Book, she has literally written the book on that subject. I am confident in recommending Karen as a top-notch immigration law attorney."

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Elaine Witty

Immigration lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"I strongly endorse this lawyer's work. Karen is a preeminent authority on H-1B visas. Her expertise in that area assisted me in obtaining a cap exempt H-1B visa approved for a client. Karen is also a wonderful litigator and has won many cases against the government. She works tirelessly on behalf of her clients to achieve positive outcomes for them."

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Elissa Taub

Immigration lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"Karen is an assertive, hardworking immigration attorney. She edited a great book on H-1B visas and is really willing to go that extra mile for her clients. For example, she recently won an important case against the Department of Labor in federal court. I definitely endorse her Karen as a highly professional and competent immigration lawyer."

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Abbi Taylor

Immigration lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Karen is a very intelligent and creative attorney. We work together often on cases involving immigration problems caused by criminal charges. She is always familiar with every detail of her client's case and exactly how the laws effect it. She is up to date on the ever changing immigration implications and works tirelessly for her clients. I look forward to the privilege of working with her on many cases. I learn more from her each time. I would highly endorse her for any immigration matters."

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Robert Free

Immigration lawyer

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Leslie Diaz

Immigration lawyer

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John Richbourg

Immigration lawyer

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Elaine Witty

Immigration lawyer

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Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Best Lawyers in America-2010-2024, Best Lawyers in America

2024

Best Lawyer-Immigration-2010-2017, Best Lawyers

2024

Best Immigration Law Firm 2010-2017, Best Lawyers

2024

Peer Review Ratings, Martindale-Hubbell®

2017

AV Preeminent Rated 2007-2017, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine

2010

Who's Who of Business Immigration Lawyers 2010-2016, International Who's Who of Business Immigration Lawyers

2008

International Women of Influence Awards Nominee, GlobalEXECWomen and the International Council

2007

At The Table HR Simulation Winner, SHRM Atlanta

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Managing Attorney, Weinstock Immigration Lawyers

2002 - 2013

Managing Attorney, Atlanta Office, Siskind Susser Immigration Lawyers

2001 - 2002

Associate Attorney, Siskind Susser Haas & Devine

Associations

2015 - Present

Forsyth County

International Engagement Advisory Board

2015 - Present

Conexx, FACC, GACC, GABIO

International Women's Series Chair for Conexx

2006 - Present

Lawyer’s Club of Atlanta

Member

2003 - Present

Japan-American Society

Board of Directors Member

2002 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2006 - 2007

Georgia Association for Women Lawyers

Board Member

2004 - 2007

Georgia Indo-American Chamber of Commerce

Board of Directors

2003 - 2006

Conexx-American-Israel Chamber of Commerce

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

Zafar et al v. U.S. Attorney General

Won federal ct. jurisdiction over motions

Haswanee v. U.S. Attorney General

Won abuse of discretion by IJ and remand

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Education

1998

Hebrew University of Jerusalem

LL.B - Bachelor of Laws

Speaking Engagements

2017

Kettering Executive Network

Improve Your Global Acumen

2016

SWPRA Annual Conference

A-Z of IMG recruiting

2016

Southeastern Accounting show

What CPAs Need to Know About Immigration to Keep Out of Trouble

2016

Metro Atlanta Relocation Council

Cross Border Mobility

2016

Georgia State Law School

Business Immigration for Law Students

2016

AILA Georgia-Alabama Conference

Ethical Obligations for Immigration Lawyers

2015

State Bar of Georgia

Employment Based Immigrant Visas

2015

ASPR conference 2015

A-Z of IMG recruiting

2015

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Business Immigration Litigation

2014

ICLE of Georgia

Labor Certifications for Attorneys

2013

University Administrators

Immigration for University Faculty and Staff

2011

Immigration Options for Physicians

Immigration Options for Physicians

2010

AILA National Conference

Green Card through Exceptional Ability

2009

HR Professional Seminar

Tips and Pitfalls to Consider When Hiring H-1B Workers

2009

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Mandamus Training for Lawyers

2008

SHRM Annual Conference

Hiring Foreign Talent in Times of Heightened Government Tightening

2008

Georgia Association of Women Lawyers -- GAWL Annual Conference

The Impact of Global Diversity on Lawyers, Clients and Practice Management

2007

I-9 Compliance

Immigration Compliance for HR Professionals

2007

Doing Business in America

Nuts and Bolts of U.S. Immigration Laws for Israeli Companies

2006

International Relocations for Israeli Companies

Transferring Companies and Workers to the U.S.

2005

NACUA Annual Conference -- National Association of College and University Attorneys

Hiring the Foreign National Scholar or Faculty Member

2004

International Business Association

U.S. immigration law, temporary visas, permanent residency visas, and post 9/11 issues

2003

SouthEastern Biotechnology Conference

Hiring Foreign Talent in the U.S.

Publications

2016

American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Ethical Obligations for Business Immigration Lawyers

2016

Daily Report Winning Strategies for Onboarding Immigrant Talent

2016

Business Immigration, American Immigration Lawyers Association Risky Business - Ethical Obligations and Conflicts

2015

Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE Georgia) Employment Based Immigrant Visas

2014

Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE Georgia) Labor Certifications for Attorneys

2010

American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Green Card through Exceptional Ability

2008

The H-1B Book - Immigration Law Weekly The H-1B Book

2007

Alabama Press Register Kurdish woman's long battle ends with green card

2005

Atlanta Journal-Constitution Enforcement Only Reform Impractical

2003

Global Atlanta Restrictions Eased on Foreigners Trained in U.S. as Physicians

2003

Atlanta Journal Constitution Honest People Pay for Anti-Terrorism Initiatives

2002

Atlanta Journal-Constitution Immigrants’ contribution to economy can’t be ignored

2002

Atlanta Samachar President Bush Signs New Child Status Protection Act

2002

Siskind's Immigration Bulletin How To Win A Motion To Reopen

2002

Siskind's Healthcare Newsletter The H-1B Option for Doctors

2002

Siskind's Healthcare Immigration Extraordinary Ability Visas Available to Doctors, Professors and Researchers

Languages

Hebrew

Spanish

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Karen earned significant contribution points in 2012.

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