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4.7 /5.0

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Posted by anonymous | February 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent service

I recently got an E visa through Bernard’s office, It was a very difficult application requiring an awful lot of paperwork. Bernard and his associates worked really hard on the application (even when it was pretty stressful) and it was their thoroughness and attention to detail that ensured that it w...as successful. This is the second visa Bernard and his team have got for me and I would thoroughly recommend them. They are straight down the line, don’t make promises they can’t deliver on and don’t compromise on their standards when it comes to applications. They did a great job and I am incredibly grateful.

Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Great immigration law firm

I was so happy with the service I received from this law firm. Between Bernie who was always available to take my calls and Caroline’s considered responses to my emails, I went through a smooth process in achieving my visa. All of their staff is thorough and ensure that the strongest visa application... is submitted to avoid any delays. I will definitely be going back to them for my renewal.

Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Outstanding

Bernard Sidman helped me get my first O1, then my green card and recently my citizenship. He is the only immigration lawyer I recommend to friends and clients seeking to work in the US. His firm only take cases that can win, most of the other lawyers take on cases regardless of the chance of success....

Posted by Lucy | October 22, 2013 | Immigration

recommended immigration attorney

Finding considerate, affordable and fair lawyers is always a challenging task and that is why I had to write this review for Mr. Bernard Sidman. Actually, this is my first review because I am so happy with his services that I hope it will also help others in a similar situation. I decided to come to... this country three years ago with my seven-year-old daughter to pursue my dream of acting. One of my friends' suggested that I contact Mr. Sidman to work on my visa application, and as we applied, to my surprise I was denied entry, even though my file was more than good. And because he believed in my case and I already had the entire paperwork ready, Mr. Sidman applied one more time without charging me an additional processing fee. Within a week, I received a letter notifying me that my O- 1 visa was approved and that I could legally work in the U.S. As a result, six months ago, as my O- 1 visa was expiring, naturally I contacted Mr. Sidman to head my case and apply for the Green Card and O- 1 extension in case I was denied Green Card. Because I needed to have the freedom to travel on short notice, I consulted with Mr. Sidman to apply for the premium processing; however, we decided that it would be best to apply with the regular processing time as this also increased my chance of getting the positive answer. It's important that I also mention that throughout this very stressful period, Mr. Sidman was always available to speak to me, answer my questions and concerns and he always did his best to raise my confidence that everything would be all right. Sure enough, in exactly three months, I received my Green Card in the mail. While I was so ecstatic to receive the great news about my Green Card, Mr. Sidman also informed me that he is giving me back the fee for applying for the O- 1 extension because it was unnecessary. I really hope that this review will help others in choosing a lawyer when it comes to any issues related to the immigration and work visas. He will not only give you positive results, but he will also make the whole process more bearable. He truly cares and protects all of his clients so that these very stressful times are not half as bad.

Posted by Sarah B | February 04, 2013 | Immigration

Best Immigration Attorney - highly reccommended

I have had the pleasure of working with Bernard Sidman and his team on several occasions. I managed obtain two H1B visas and a green card through him. One of my employees let me go unexpectedly while I had the H1B, and Bernard was swift in giving me good advice and fliing the second H1B with my new... employer in a timely manner so I could stay in the country. The prospect of uprooting my life and having to get on a plane and return to the UK was not something I wanted to entertain. He was supportive and compassionate. Bernard is factual and straight to the point. Sandra and Angela who are part of his team are quick to pass messages on and they always have gotten back to me promptly. I have and will continue to recommend Bernard and his team to anyone. He has lots of experience and knows the law. His fees are reasonable and I managed to get my green card in 7 months, No forms were ever returned for lack of information like I have had before. Bernard Sideman's firm are thorough and I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone who wishes to negotiate the mindfield of immigration to the USA.

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