About Jagbir
Biography
I am Managing Immigration Attorney at Terkiana, Inc., a law firm based in Silicon Valley, California, primarily focusing on Employment, Family, Business, Investment, and Complex Immigration matters. I have successfully represented several individual & corporate clients in some of the most difficult and challenging immigration cases across nation. I never forget that I am an immigrant, who came to the United States as an F-1 student and had to navigate the entire immigration process myself when all the odds were stacked against me. Therefore, for me practicing immigration law is not just a business. It's personal.
I have assisted thousands of clients (including individuals, start-ups, small businesses and large corporations) in successfully petitioning for employment-based immigration cases, specially H-1B, L-1A, L-1B, EB-1A, EB-1B, EB-1C, National Interest Waivers (NIW), O-1, EB-2/EB-3 PERM, EB-5, TN, E-2, Adjustment of Status/Green Cards. I have assisted clients in some of the most challenging immigration cases, where they were facing very complex issues like unlawful presence, out of status, deportation, inadmissibility, 3/10-year bar, criminal convictions with severe immigration consequences. In addition to immigrant & non-immigrant visas, my experience also includes answering Request for Evidence (RFE), assistance with 601 hardship & inadmissibility waivers, filing Motion to Reopen (MTR) or Appeal against the denials, assistance during Department of Labor/USCIS Site Visits, I-9 Compliance, Reinstatement of Status, LGBT Immigration Cases, U-Visas, VAWA, R-1, handling Department of Labor (DOL) and Immigration Audits, and assisting in lawsuits arising from benching/back-wages claims.
I have worked in several reputable immigration law firms across nation. Prior to practicing immigration law in San Francisco Bay Area, California, I was Senior Counsel in Manhattan, New York, where I assisted EB-1, O-1, H-1, E-2 and other clients working on prestigious assignments for recognized brands like Dior, Prada, Gucci, Armani, Louis Vuitton, Lanvin, Marc Jacobs, Elite, GQ, Apple, Facebook, Google, Amazon, eBay, PayPal, Intel, Microsoft, and many more. Over the years I have developed a strong expertise in successfully handling some of the most challenging immigration cases, conducting compliance consultations, defending government audits and related litigation.
We are not a Visa Mill or a corporate law firm chasing numbers/revenue. I never hide behind a team of non-lawyers or support staff. I am involved with every individual case and my clients can reach me on my cell phone via call, text or an email. After having personally gone through many of these critical processes & experiences myself, spending many years representing individual & corporate clients, and successfully handling thousands of immigration cases; I am confident that if you entrust me with the responsibility to handle your immigration case, I will deliver the best.
We handle Complex Immigration Cases.
We handle most challenging immigration cases, RFEs, NIODs, MTR/, Appeals, Removal/Deportation, Waivers, & immigration litigation.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
18 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Check
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in California for 4 years
State: California
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 15 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Jagbir Singh Terkiana's Reviews
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133 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 26 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Sukh | May 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
I751 Approved . Amazing Work
Finally got my i751 approved. I can’t be thankful enough with the services and attention provided by Mr Jay Terkiana. Over the last couple of years, all of the team members of Terkiana law firm especially Ms kimmi have been always helpful and attentive at every step of the way, going above and beyond...
Posted by Sahiba | April 27, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
MADE IT POSSIBLE !
I would highly recommend Jay and his team if you are looking for efficient and trustworthy Attorney. Everyone is knowledgeable and always available if you have any questions. Even tho my case was very difficult, they made it POSSIBLE. Thank you so much for everything again :)
Posted by Sowmya | July 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Complex H4 NPT approved
My current employer lawyers (BAL law firm) misguided me on on my visa status stating that I was on H4 when I was on H1B status. When I applied for my H4 extension, UCSIS issued a RFE asking me to prove whether I was maintaining my H1B status. I was in a state of shock that I was out of status for mor...
Posted by Navpreet | February 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Help me in getting green card in my difficult case
My wife refused to go to interview with me bcz of family dispute & then i talk to jay & he started the process by reapplication & he guided me getting all the necessary papers i needed to prove my genuine marriage, my case was very complicated bcz my wife said she is not going with me just 2 days be...
Posted by anonymous | January 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
STEM OPT RFE complicated case
I got Jays advice for STEM OPT RFE I got because of being associated with infamous companies during initial OPT, he clearly explained the issue and clearly advised me on what needs to be done. The response drafted was crisp and clear. Its a very tough case and it got approved and thanks to Jay and te...
Jagbir Singh Terkiana's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Jay contacted me late at night to confirm the marital status of his client. A lawyer doing that sort of due dilligence is both wise and has his client's best interests at heart."
"Jay is among the best immigration lawyers I know – highly regarded, professional, and diligent."
"I have had the pleasure of working with attorney Terkiana on a matter that involved crossover issues related to family and immigration laws. Mr. Terkiana is smart, knowledgeable, and has a great demeanor when working with clients. I highly recommend him."
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"I highly endorse Mr. Terkiana. Truly exceptional and caring immigration attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people in his area to contact him for help."
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"Jay is one of the most experienced immigration attorney whom I know in the areas of business and investment related immigration matters."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Terkiana is highly respected in the legal community with an outstanding reputation for client advocacy and dedication."
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Experience
Honors
2023
Client's Choice, Avvo
2021
Client's Choice, Avvo
2020
Client's Choice, Avvo
2016
Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates
2016
Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Managing Immigration Attorney, Terkiana, Inc. | Immigration Attorneys
2014 - 2014
Senior Counsel, Ferrante PLLC, Manhattan, New York City
2014 - 2018
Managing Immigration Attorney, SAC Attorneys LLP
2010 - 2010
Associate/Law Consultant, Nair & Associates, LLC, California
2010 - 2014
Attorney, Law Offices of Rajiv S. Khanna, PC., Virginia
2008 - 2010
Associate/Law Consultant, The Chugh Firm, California
Associations
2014 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Santa Clara Valley chapter)Member
2011 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2010 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
The Bar Council of Punjab and HaryanaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Approved
Approved
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Approved
Education
2008
LL.M - Master of Laws
2007
B.A., LL.B (Honors) - Bachelor of Laws
2005
B.A. (Laws)
Speaking Engagements
2016
2016
2016
2014
2014
Publications
2015
2015
2015
2015
2014
Languages
Hindi
Punjabi
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Jagbir earned significant contribution points in 2015.
Legal Answers
How can I Apply for i-485 using previous company’s approved i-140?
30 May 2021
Can a green-card holder join a Democratic party and vote in Primaries for Sanders over Clinton? (This is NOT for US elections).
06 Jun 2016
Is it legal to host guests through airbnb on F1 Visa ?
23 May 2016
Legal Guides
Can adopted child sponsor biological family members (natural parents and siblings)
05 May 2015
Who can pay H-1B Legal and Filing Fees? Can an Employee pay H-1B fees?
11 Apr 2014