Queens

Immigration Lawyer in Queens

Along a single stretch of Roosevelt Avenue, you can hear a dozen languages, and behind many of those conversations is a family whose futures rest on a status that has to hold. From Jackson Heights to Jamaica, when that status comes into question, the immigration system stops feeling like a process and starts feeling like a wall.

At Ureña & Associates, immigration and naturalization law is the only work we do. That focus changes how a case gets handled: nothing gets passed off to a general-practice department, and no petition leaves the office on a template. Our multilingual team works directly with clients in English, Spanish, Arabic, French, and Portuguese, so the details that actually decide a case survive the trip from your kitchen table to a federal file.

Principal Attorney Rafael Urena is a litigator who has argued complex immigration and constitutional matters in federal court, and the attorneys here have collectively represented more than 30,000 people in immigration and citizenship matters.

Call (845) 932-0679 or contact our team online to schedule a case consultation with a Queens immigration attorney today.

Attorneys

Meet Our Team

Rafael Urena Owner, Partner & Attorney
Jana Al-Akhras Managing Attorney
Colin Desmond Associate Attorney
Nadine Juweid Associate Attorney
Caroline Steele Associate Attorney
Lyndall Bervar Associate Attorney

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Multilingual Case Management Without Interpreters

Queens is recognized as the most linguistically diverse county in the world, with hundreds of languages spoken across its neighborhoods. In high-stakes immigration matters, linguistic precision is everything. A nuanced declaration, a cultural context in an asylum claim, or the exact phrasing of prior travel history can determine the outcome of a case.

Rather than relying on third-party translation services or ad-hoc interpreters, our attorneys and legal staff communicate directly with you. Our team provides counsel and manages active casework in English, Spanish, Mandarin, Bengali, Arabic, French, Portuguese, and more.

Speaking with your legal team in your native language removes barriers and prevents vital facts from being lost in translation. From your first case assessment to preparing direct testimony for USCIS interviews or immigration court hearings, you can explain your story to our team in the language that is most natural to you.

WHY CHOOSE US

Where Expertise Meets Advocacy

Transparent Communication
Questions about your case? We’re just a call or an email away. Reach us at (845) 932-0679 or contact us online. We ensure clarity at every phase, so you’re never left in the dark.
With You Every Step
We’re more than your legal advisors. We’re your trusted allies, standing by your side from start to finish, providing unwavering support and tenacious advocacy.
Bespoke Legal Services
We don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Each case we take on is unique, deserving personalized attention and strategy. From visas and permanent residencies to citizenship applications, we provide a tailored roadmap to your American Dream.
Proven Excellence
Our success isn’t accidental. It’s the result of meticulous case preparation, deep knowledge of U.S. immigration law, and a relentless drive to transform our clients’ lives.

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Comprehensive Legal Representation for Noncitizens in Queens

U.S. immigration law turns on precise documentation and sound strategy. Because immigration and naturalization law is the only law we practice, your case gets our full attention. We handle the paperwork, track the filing deadlines, and prepare you for interviews and hearings before you walk into the room.

We represent clients in a broad range of case types, including:

However overwhelming your situation feels, you do not need to face the U.S. legal system alone. We can act early rather than react later, and our multilingual team can walk you through your options in the language you are most comfortable speaking. You will know where your case stands and what choices are open to you well before a deadline decides the question for you.

Why Choose Ureña & Associates

Most immigration cases are won or lost on paperwork, but some are won in federal court. Our attorneys operate in both arenas, filing meticulous petitions designed to withstand strict scrutiny and take the fight to federal judges when an agency decision must be challenged rather than accepted.

Principal Attorney Rafael Urena has successfully argued complex immigration and constitutional matters at the federal level. This matters because an agency denial is rarely the end of the road, but knowing how and when to push back requires high-stakes courtroom experience that most immigration practices lack in-house.

Because our attorneys have collectively represented more than 30,000 clients, we bring a level of pattern recognition that can transform a reactive case into a strategic, planned one. We know exactly how to read a file, allowing us to anticipate early on which cases will trigger a Request for Evidence, which prior arrests will surface at a naturalization interview, and which travel histories might create complications years down the line.

Furthermore, we draft legal documents in your own language rather than translating them. Our staff works directly in English, Spanish, Arabic, French, and Portuguese.

With our team, your story will never be reduced to a summary that loses critical details as it passes through an outside interpreter. Call (845) 932-0679 or contact us online to schedule a case consultation with an immigration lawyer in Queens today.

What Our Clients Say

“Highly Recommend”
“I had a great experience working with Attorney Rafael Urena and his paralegal Ahmed Kaid on my fiancée’s K1 (Fiancé) visa.”

Abdul E.
“Great Law Firm”
“They went above and beyond to satisfy my needs for my sister's visa.”

Alridee A.
“Outstanding”
“Calm, patient, and reasonable in the turmoil we were going through.”

Ahmed H.
“Honest & Caring”
“Got my wife and kids their green cards in less than 3 months. Very well connected and will get the job done.”

Mohamed A.
“The Best”
“He patiently walked us through the entire process, he was always available to answer our questions day or night, and he always presented us with all the options.”

Yasi K.
“Professional & Compassionate”
“They provide clear guidance and genuine support throughout the process.”

Thekra E.
“Strong Communication”
“Today, the family court officially approved the first step of my case, and I’m truly grateful for how smoothly everything was handled.”

Aziz K.
“Very Experienced”
“I highly recommend them to anyone who needs legal assistance in asylum cases.”

Assem M.

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