team-member

Paul Devendorf

New York, NY

Licensed for 11 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Immigration

Language

English

About

Paul is the founder of Devendorf Law, PLLC, where he practices exclusively in the field of United States immigration and nationality law.  He advises multinational clients on matters including nonimmigrant visa options, permanent residence solutions, naturalization and compliance.  He has experience providing strategic counseling to clients in the accounting, architecture, entertainment, finance, information technology, insurance, manufacturing, natural resources, not-for-profit, scientific research and development, and telecommunications industries. Prior to founding Devendorf Law, Paul worked at a leading immigration firm in New York, New York.  He has furnished pro bono services on a broad range of immigration-related issues at New York not-for-profit organizations, and his immigration experience also includes service for the New York City Immigration Court. 

Practices Areas

Immigration

Language

English

Contact

Devendorf Law, PLLC110 Wall Street2nd FloorNew York, NY, 10005110 Wall Street2nd Floor2nd FloorNew York, NY, 10005

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

anonymous
August 14, 2021

Paul Devendorf has assisted me with my TN visa over the past 5+ years. Working with him, it has always been an easy application to approval process. He guides the entire process, thoroughly and quickly prepares all documents, and is always available to answer any questions or concerns. I highly recommend Paul Devendorf. He has made it possible for me to seamlessly continue to do the work I love in the US!

Veronica
March 31, 2019

Paul is an excellent attorney. Professional, honest and dedicated. Paul was recommended to me by a fellow professional. Initially he helped me and my partners deal with immigration statuses when starting a business. When my immigration attorney accidentally passed away in the middle of my work sponsored permanent residency petition, Paul was the right person to take my case thru the home stretch. Thru my uncertainty, Paul guided me. It has been a year since receiving my greencard and I'm thankful for Paul's ethics and professionalism.

anonymous
March 22, 2019

Paul helped us apply for permanent residency status for my wife. With all the changes going on with USCIS and US immigration policy it was great to have Paul in our corner. He patiently explained things to us and calmed us down when we'd frantically email him. He always got back to us quickly and was very available. He helped us fill out all our paperwork including dealing with a lost EAD card. He also helped us put all our documents together and prep for the interview.

Darlene
February 21, 2019

Paul was recommended to us by a fellow ex-pat to assist with the renewal of our permanent resident status. After an informative initial call, we retained Paul. Paul successfully led us through the process, and provided timely and accurate advice. We received our renewal and replacement cards within 10 weeks. Paul was always available to answer questions. We have recommended him to others.

Damon
February 19, 2019

I am very pleased to be able to leave a review for Paul. He is the person who made it possible to understand and navigate the byzantine U.S. immigration system. In every part of the process, he made it clear the documentation requirements in the clearest way possible and explained how they are used in the process. He always gave me a thorough explanation of how the filing is done, the typical expected wait time and predicted any complications that might arise from documentation submitted. Paul is really prompt with turnaround. If I had any questions, he usually replied them within an hour and he sends reminders if I tarry in reverting with important documentation to make sure the process doesn't get blocked. This is the one quality that lets you know your attorney really has your back. Paul is also really meticulous, spotting very subtle but important mistakes in submitted documentation. A big thank you!

Ben
February 9, 2019

My first contact with Paul was when I was looking for advice on a spouse visa. He provided valuable and correct advice, and provided it completely free of charge even though I'd never engaged him for work before. Some time later I decided to move to an EB1C (employment based green card) and engaged Paul for this service. His level of service from the start to the finish was exceptional. He set the right expectations about time frames, milestones and challenges. He was incredibly responsive and always helped us with our many questions throughout the process. We were dealt a number of curve balls throughout the process and Paul handled every one of them perfectly and left us feeling reassured and confident in the success of our application. I would highly recommend Paul to anyone looking for immigration law services and will certainly use him in the future for any additional immigration law matters.

Sahil
January 23, 2019

I am extremely happy to write this review for Paul. Paul helped me throughout my immigration status change from F1 to H1B. He was available readily with all answers to all sorts of questions that I had and smoothly coordinated between me and my sponsoring company. Paul not only has the correct knowledge of all the processes involved but is pro active in acquiring the correct information and documentation required from me and my sponsor company. Paul made my immigration struggle seem like a cake walk and I am extremely happy to recommend him to anyone and everyone who needs an immigration attourney.

Alexandre
January 21, 2019

I met Paul about a year before hiring him to help me build my E-2 visa application through an event held at my office. I originally had a couple (free) preliminary consultations with him to simply discuss my possibilities when it came to staying in the US after the end of my studies. When the time came for my student visa to expire, I had additional consultations to go more in depth about the available options, and we decided to go for an E-2. Paul was instrumental in building the application and making sure I got my visa. There was no hiccup, no stone left unturned, no bad surprises; he told me of every possibilities when we had to make decisions and overall was extremely helpful and responsive throughout the process, which took about 8 months from start to visa. On top of that, Paul agreed to count my early consultations with him towards the price for the visa, which he wasn't forced to do. I couldn't recommend Paul more if you're looking for an immigration lawyer.

Mieko
January 20, 2019

I was referred to Paul by a friend and have worked with him on successfully renewing my H1-B visa through my hiring company. He is very professional, knowledgeable, and responsive. Since the time we were introduced, I have called and emailed him several times regarding different matters and he has always patiently listened and answered my questions in a very detailed and informative way, which I very much appreciate. I am happy to be able to count on him in regards to all immigration matters and would certainly recommend him to anyone looking for an excellent lawyer.

Shawn
January 18, 2019

Paul was introduced by a friend's law firm. He helped us with the green card process for my wife. He took care of everything and even coached and accompanied us to the final interview. He is very professional and all in all a great experience as everything went smoothly. Highly recommend him for immigration issues.

anonymous
August 14, 2021

Paul Devendorf has assisted me with my TN visa over the past 5+ years. Working with him, it has always been an easy application to approval process. He guides the entire process, thoroughly and quickly prepares all documents, and is always available to answer any questions or concerns. I highly recommend Paul Devendorf. He has made it possible for me to seamlessly continue to do the work I love in the US!

Veronica
March 31, 2019

Paul is an excellent attorney. Professional, honest and dedicated. Paul was recommended to me by a fellow professional. Initially he helped me and my partners deal with immigration statuses when starting a business. When my immigration attorney accidentally passed away in the middle of my work sponsored permanent residency petition, Paul was the right person to take my case thru the home stretch. Thru my uncertainty, Paul guided me. It has been a year since receiving my greencard and I'm thankful for Paul's ethics and professionalism.

anonymous
March 22, 2019

Paul helped us apply for permanent residency status for my wife. With all the changes going on with USCIS and US immigration policy it was great to have Paul in our corner. He patiently explained things to us and calmed us down when we'd frantically email him. He always got back to us quickly and was very available. He helped us fill out all our paperwork including dealing with a lost EAD card. He also helped us put all our documents together and prep for the interview.

Darlene
February 21, 2019

Paul was recommended to us by a fellow ex-pat to assist with the renewal of our permanent resident status. After an informative initial call, we retained Paul. Paul successfully led us through the process, and provided timely and accurate advice. We received our renewal and replacement cards within 10 weeks. Paul was always available to answer questions. We have recommended him to others.

Damon
February 19, 2019

I am very pleased to be able to leave a review for Paul. He is the person who made it possible to understand and navigate the byzantine U.S. immigration system. In every part of the process, he made it clear the documentation requirements in the clearest way possible and explained how they are used in the process. He always gave me a thorough explanation of how the filing is done, the typical expected wait time and predicted any complications that might arise from documentation submitted. Paul is really prompt with turnaround. If I had any questions, he usually replied them within an hour and he sends reminders if I tarry in reverting with important documentation to make sure the process doesn't get blocked. This is the one quality that lets you know your attorney really has your back. Paul is also really meticulous, spotting very subtle but important mistakes in submitted documentation. A big thank you!

Ben
February 9, 2019

My first contact with Paul was when I was looking for advice on a spouse visa. He provided valuable and correct advice, and provided it completely free of charge even though I'd never engaged him for work before. Some time later I decided to move to an EB1C (employment based green card) and engaged Paul for this service. His level of service from the start to the finish was exceptional. He set the right expectations about time frames, milestones and challenges. He was incredibly responsive and always helped us with our many questions throughout the process. We were dealt a number of curve balls throughout the process and Paul handled every one of them perfectly and left us feeling reassured and confident in the success of our application. I would highly recommend Paul to anyone looking for immigration law services and will certainly use him in the future for any additional immigration law matters.

Sahil
January 23, 2019

I am extremely happy to write this review for Paul. Paul helped me throughout my immigration status change from F1 to H1B. He was available readily with all answers to all sorts of questions that I had and smoothly coordinated between me and my sponsoring company. Paul not only has the correct knowledge of all the processes involved but is pro active in acquiring the correct information and documentation required from me and my sponsor company. Paul made my immigration struggle seem like a cake walk and I am extremely happy to recommend him to anyone and everyone who needs an immigration attourney.

Alexandre
January 21, 2019

I met Paul about a year before hiring him to help me build my E-2 visa application through an event held at my office. I originally had a couple (free) preliminary consultations with him to simply discuss my possibilities when it came to staying in the US after the end of my studies. When the time came for my student visa to expire, I had additional consultations to go more in depth about the available options, and we decided to go for an E-2. Paul was instrumental in building the application and making sure I got my visa. There was no hiccup, no stone left unturned, no bad surprises; he told me of every possibilities when we had to make decisions and overall was extremely helpful and responsive throughout the process, which took about 8 months from start to visa. On top of that, Paul agreed to count my early consultations with him towards the price for the visa, which he wasn't forced to do. I couldn't recommend Paul more if you're looking for an immigration lawyer.

Mieko
January 20, 2019

I was referred to Paul by a friend and have worked with him on successfully renewing my H1-B visa through my hiring company. He is very professional, knowledgeable, and responsive. Since the time we were introduced, I have called and emailed him several times regarding different matters and he has always patiently listened and answered my questions in a very detailed and informative way, which I very much appreciate. I am happy to be able to count on him in regards to all immigration matters and would certainly recommend him to anyone looking for an excellent lawyer.

Shawn
January 18, 2019

Paul was introduced by a friend's law firm. He helped us with the green card process for my wife. He took care of everything and even coached and accompanied us to the final interview. He is very professional and all in all a great experience as everything went smoothly. Highly recommend him for immigration issues.

anonymous
August 14, 2021

Paul Devendorf has assisted me with my TN visa over the past 5+ years. Working with him, it has always been an easy application to approval process. He guides the entire process, thoroughly and quickly prepares all documents, and is always available to answer any questions or concerns. I highly recommend Paul Devendorf. He has made it possible for me to seamlessly continue to do the work I love in the US!

Veronica
March 31, 2019

Paul is an excellent attorney. Professional, honest and dedicated. Paul was recommended to me by a fellow professional. Initially he helped me and my partners deal with immigration statuses when starting a business. When my immigration attorney accidentally passed away in the middle of my work sponsored permanent residency petition, Paul was the right person to take my case thru the home stretch. Thru my uncertainty, Paul guided me. It has been a year since receiving my greencard and I'm thankful for Paul's ethics and professionalism.

anonymous
March 22, 2019

Paul helped us apply for permanent residency status for my wife. With all the changes going on with USCIS and US immigration policy it was great to have Paul in our corner. He patiently explained things to us and calmed us down when we'd frantically email him. He always got back to us quickly and was very available. He helped us fill out all our paperwork including dealing with a lost EAD card. He also helped us put all our documents together and prep for the interview.

Darlene
February 21, 2019

Paul was recommended to us by a fellow ex-pat to assist with the renewal of our permanent resident status. After an informative initial call, we retained Paul. Paul successfully led us through the process, and provided timely and accurate advice. We received our renewal and replacement cards within 10 weeks. Paul was always available to answer questions. We have recommended him to others.

Damon
February 19, 2019

I am very pleased to be able to leave a review for Paul. He is the person who made it possible to understand and navigate the byzantine U.S. immigration system. In every part of the process, he made it clear the documentation requirements in the clearest way possible and explained how they are used in the process. He always gave me a thorough explanation of how the filing is done, the typical expected wait time and predicted any complications that might arise from documentation submitted. Paul is really prompt with turnaround. If I had any questions, he usually replied them within an hour and he sends reminders if I tarry in reverting with important documentation to make sure the process doesn't get blocked. This is the one quality that lets you know your attorney really has your back. Paul is also really meticulous, spotting very subtle but important mistakes in submitted documentation. A big thank you!

Ben
February 9, 2019

My first contact with Paul was when I was looking for advice on a spouse visa. He provided valuable and correct advice, and provided it completely free of charge even though I'd never engaged him for work before. Some time later I decided to move to an EB1C (employment based green card) and engaged Paul for this service. His level of service from the start to the finish was exceptional. He set the right expectations about time frames, milestones and challenges. He was incredibly responsive and always helped us with our many questions throughout the process. We were dealt a number of curve balls throughout the process and Paul handled every one of them perfectly and left us feeling reassured and confident in the success of our application. I would highly recommend Paul to anyone looking for immigration law services and will certainly use him in the future for any additional immigration law matters.

Sahil
January 23, 2019

I am extremely happy to write this review for Paul. Paul helped me throughout my immigration status change from F1 to H1B. He was available readily with all answers to all sorts of questions that I had and smoothly coordinated between me and my sponsoring company. Paul not only has the correct knowledge of all the processes involved but is pro active in acquiring the correct information and documentation required from me and my sponsor company. Paul made my immigration struggle seem like a cake walk and I am extremely happy to recommend him to anyone and everyone who needs an immigration attourney.

Alexandre
January 21, 2019

I met Paul about a year before hiring him to help me build my E-2 visa application through an event held at my office. I originally had a couple (free) preliminary consultations with him to simply discuss my possibilities when it came to staying in the US after the end of my studies. When the time came for my student visa to expire, I had additional consultations to go more in depth about the available options, and we decided to go for an E-2. Paul was instrumental in building the application and making sure I got my visa. There was no hiccup, no stone left unturned, no bad surprises; he told me of every possibilities when we had to make decisions and overall was extremely helpful and responsive throughout the process, which took about 8 months from start to visa. On top of that, Paul agreed to count my early consultations with him towards the price for the visa, which he wasn't forced to do. I couldn't recommend Paul more if you're looking for an immigration lawyer.

Mieko
January 20, 2019

I was referred to Paul by a friend and have worked with him on successfully renewing my H1-B visa through my hiring company. He is very professional, knowledgeable, and responsive. Since the time we were introduced, I have called and emailed him several times regarding different matters and he has always patiently listened and answered my questions in a very detailed and informative way, which I very much appreciate. I am happy to be able to count on him in regards to all immigration matters and would certainly recommend him to anyone looking for an excellent lawyer.

Shawn
January 18, 2019

Paul was introduced by a friend's law firm. He helped us with the green card process for my wife. He took care of everything and even coached and accompanied us to the final interview. He is very professional and all in all a great experience as everything went smoothly. Highly recommend him for immigration issues.