team-member

Priscillia Suntoso

Forest Hills, NY

Licensed for 20 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Immigration

Language

Indonesian English

About

Priscillia Sundah Suntoso was admitted to the Massachusetts Bar in 2002, after graduating from Suffolk University Law School in Boston. In 2005, she was admitted to the Massachusetts District Court and the U.S. Supreme Court. In 2009, she was IDEAS-Indonesia Fellow at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Sloan School of Management in Cambridge, Massachusetts. An accomplished pianist, she also holds a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Composition from Berklee College of Music and an MBA from Suffolk University. She has written many articles for the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and other legal publications since 2001, and was Associate Editor for AILA's Immigration Option for Religious Workers (2005). Ms. Suntoso has lectured on immigration law before many community organizations in U.S. and Indonesia. Between 2006 - 2009, she was a part of the President's Advisory Council, Security and Defence Advisor's Office in Jakarta, Indonesia, serving President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono. In addition to maintaining her solo practice, Ms. Suntoso also practices at the Law Offices of David M. Sperling in New York, and is Of-Counsel to Lubis Ganie Surowidjojo in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Practices Areas

Immigration

Language

Indonesian English

Contact

7121 Austin StreetSuite 205Forest Hills, NY, 113757121 Austin StreetSuite 205Suite 205Forest Hills, NY, 11375

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Maria Sanchez
July 1, 2021

Lia is one of the best lawyers you will ever come across. She helped my husband receives his PR. She guided us and told us exactly what to do. She was always available to answer any questions and calm any fears. She is truly one of the best if not the best.

Angeline
December 29, 2019

Ms. Lia or whom I called "Kak Lia" (meaning big sister) is an extraordinary lawyer who knows all the good tactics and is able to plan her case well which will lead to an approval. This review is long overdue but I've never forgotten for a second on how she helped with my perm case. My case was delayed for quite some time and she was able to help me getting my case approved in within 3 months, thanks to her advise. Based on my experience with her, she has an excellent knowledge in the immigration field and she would take care all of her cases just like it's her own case which is very important if you are looking for a dependable lawyer. I also remember that during my perm process, she was always available to be reached during crisis whether it is via text, phone call or email. She will reply back or call you back in a timely manner and I genuinely think that this is one of the attributes of a reliable talented lawyer. Personally, she has an outgoing personality which makes it easy for her clients to talk to her. I feel that during my interaction with her, I can ask her any questions I have comfortably and she would be able to provide an explanation that really answers my question. In conclusion, if you are looking for a lawyer who is easy to reach out to, have many experience and most importantly is outstandingly knowledgeable, you have found one here. I strongly recommend her without reservation.

anonymous
August 14, 2019

This lady made my fear go away.. I could write pages of my story but Making it short... Lia (Priscillia) was one from many lawyer I spoke she was the only one that took my case it was really complicated and all most impossible to win.. I've had cancelation of removal witch basicly is a case for deportation which took a lot of hard work papers and stress but somehow she did it..dont know how but she did it .. I walked Out from imigrasion court with positively granted Case for green card.... Plus she is not only a great lawyer she is a awesome positive and very worm person which we all fell in love from day number one.. Thank you so much Lia with out You I would be deported to my country by today..

Kyle
January 26, 2019

After an exhaustive (and exhausting) search, I couldn’t have been happier that I found Lia. My immigration issue was daunting and it was overwhelming to look at the challenges that were ahead. Yet, Lia was able to demystify the whole process, had tips to make it move as efficiently as possible, and was updating me with more information and knowledge as time when on and the interview date was set. Thanks to Lia’s professionalism and assistance, everything turned out perfectly and I could not be any happier with the resolution. If you are looking for someone intelligent, determined to fight for you, and kind enough to help guide you throughout the entire process, look no further than Lia. Once you start the process with her, you can be assured that it will be resolved!

Dorota & Mariusz
December 24, 2018

We don’t have the words to express our heart felt gratitude to Lia for all she is done to help us to get the Green Card. Priscilla Suntoso is very skilled and knowledgeable in immigration law. She impressed us with her professionalism, knowledge, and commitment. She was always available and supportive! Thank you very much for your courtesy and genuine down - to - earth kindness. We strongly recommend Priscilla Suntoso!

anonymous
April 16, 2018

Mrs Suntoso was very knowleable and skilled in her approach when it came to instructing us in the filing of our immigration case. The difference was in the details and only someone with many years of experience and success can give you this valuable counsel. We never had any issues with our successful case and we are very happy that we put our trust in her.

Heidy
February 22, 2018

Lia has been the BEST. My dads case was a very difficult one. When we were told that my dads case had no resolution, we were left completely devastated. After we first met Lia, we knew she would go above and beyond to help us. She is hardworking and DEDICATED. She treated us like if we were her own family. There were many sleepless nights but that didnt matter to her, what her goal was, was to get my dad out of detainment from ICE. Lia is skilled and knowledgeable in immigration law. We admire her intelligence. We will forever be grateful for her. Without her help our dad would not have been reunited with our family. It was truly a difficult case but what was impossible, Lia made it possible.

Souleymane
January 12, 2018

I wish I could give her a 10 star rating. She is the best! A friend recommended Priscillia Suntoso to us when we really need help with my husband's immigration status over three years ago. We hired Priscillia for help when my husband was out of status and he now is a permanent US resident. Priscillia is a very knowledgeable immigration attorney. She provided us with guidance throughout the entire process. Next step, my husband will be filing for US citizenship! We appreciate Priscillia Suntoso dearly for her professionalism, knowledge, willingness to listen and for taking on a difficult case like ours.

Gisele
January 9, 2018

I don't know where to begin, but I will start by saying there is no other immigration attorney I trust more than Priscillia Suntoso ( Lia ). I was granted a "Withholding of Removal" from the Unites States based upon a sexual orientation exemption in 2003. I missed the one year deadline to renew this status and my attorney at that time didn't try to appeal the suspension of my "Withholding of Removal"status. I have became more aware of immigration laws ever since and continued updating my knowledge about immigration after this horrible experience. I tried to re-open my case in 2011 based on change circumstances (gender transition). I went to see different immigration attorneys, even the best attorney for LGBT, and I also called Hofstra University for help because I believe I had a strong case. Nobody was willing to take on a case of my complexity or even attempt to re-open my case for adjustment status! They were all told me that I didn't have a case and couldn't re-open. One of them even told me to just move to Canada. During the time of my gender transition, I tried to change my gender on my immigration paperwork for 3 years but was unsuccessful. The immigration application center kept asking me for more evidence of my gender transition even though I provided evidence accordingly! I met a friend who recommended Lia to me. My past terrible experiences left me feeling hopeless and like this wasn't going to work. I was wrong, I think an Angel was sent from heaven. That Angel was Lia. She was able to change my gender on my immigration paper with only 1 phone call! I thought that was amazing. I was so happy. To finally see progress after such a short time was finally some good news after such a long time of disappointment. I don't know how she obtained results so quickly, but she had shown me ability no one else could. Soon after she was able to re-open my Asylum case . The case was reopened in 1 month! We filed motion to re-open in October 2015 and was approved in November 2015. Amazing! We were given the date to see the Immigration Judge 2 months later. We had to change the venue and change the judge due to immigration scheduling conflicts, but Lia still kept getting results, despite all of the challenges. I finally felt hope again based on how she does her work. Lia also wants her client to work hard with her. My case was very strong but very complicated, I didn't even think I would win asylum especially after I have been living in the United States for 16 years! After all her hard work my asylum was finally granted without objection! She fought so hard for me. She cares about her clients. She takes her client's needs personally. She is my Angel. Without her, I would have been deported and forced to return to a place that would never accept me for who I am. Lia is honest and will tell you the truth! If you want to know if your case is strong or weak, she will say so! She told me I had a strong case but it was complicated and might take a long time to finish. She even created 3 options for me to adjust my status in case the first one failed. She had a plan for me. Since my visa was no longer eligible, she decided to apply for asylum and we won! Her experience, dedication and willingness to take on pro bono, complex cases changed my life and gave me the chance I needed.

Sarah
January 9, 2018

My husband and Hi hired Priscllia Suntoso few years ago to help us through a green card process for myself. From the beginning she has been professional, available, humble, honest and extremely helpful. I certainly recommend her and I did recommend her to a lot of people who didn't have the same chance to be so well advised and helped. She is a 5 stars immigration lawyer.

Maria Sanchez
July 1, 2021

Lia is one of the best lawyers you will ever come across. She helped my husband receives his PR. She guided us and told us exactly what to do. She was always available to answer any questions and calm any fears. She is truly one of the best if not the best.

Angeline
December 29, 2019

Ms. Lia or whom I called "Kak Lia" (meaning big sister) is an extraordinary lawyer who knows all the good tactics and is able to plan her case well which will lead to an approval. This review is long overdue but I've never forgotten for a second on how she helped with my perm case. My case was delayed for quite some time and she was able to help me getting my case approved in within 3 months, thanks to her advise. Based on my experience with her, she has an excellent knowledge in the immigration field and she would take care all of her cases just like it's her own case which is very important if you are looking for a dependable lawyer. I also remember that during my perm process, she was always available to be reached during crisis whether it is via text, phone call or email. She will reply back or call you back in a timely manner and I genuinely think that this is one of the attributes of a reliable talented lawyer. Personally, she has an outgoing personality which makes it easy for her clients to talk to her. I feel that during my interaction with her, I can ask her any questions I have comfortably and she would be able to provide an explanation that really answers my question. In conclusion, if you are looking for a lawyer who is easy to reach out to, have many experience and most importantly is outstandingly knowledgeable, you have found one here. I strongly recommend her without reservation.

anonymous
August 14, 2019

This lady made my fear go away.. I could write pages of my story but Making it short... Lia (Priscillia) was one from many lawyer I spoke she was the only one that took my case it was really complicated and all most impossible to win.. I've had cancelation of removal witch basicly is a case for deportation which took a lot of hard work papers and stress but somehow she did it..dont know how but she did it .. I walked Out from imigrasion court with positively granted Case for green card.... Plus she is not only a great lawyer she is a awesome positive and very worm person which we all fell in love from day number one.. Thank you so much Lia with out You I would be deported to my country by today..

Kyle
January 26, 2019

After an exhaustive (and exhausting) search, I couldn’t have been happier that I found Lia. My immigration issue was daunting and it was overwhelming to look at the challenges that were ahead. Yet, Lia was able to demystify the whole process, had tips to make it move as efficiently as possible, and was updating me with more information and knowledge as time when on and the interview date was set. Thanks to Lia’s professionalism and assistance, everything turned out perfectly and I could not be any happier with the resolution. If you are looking for someone intelligent, determined to fight for you, and kind enough to help guide you throughout the entire process, look no further than Lia. Once you start the process with her, you can be assured that it will be resolved!

Dorota & Mariusz
December 24, 2018

We don’t have the words to express our heart felt gratitude to Lia for all she is done to help us to get the Green Card. Priscilla Suntoso is very skilled and knowledgeable in immigration law. She impressed us with her professionalism, knowledge, and commitment. She was always available and supportive! Thank you very much for your courtesy and genuine down - to - earth kindness. We strongly recommend Priscilla Suntoso!

anonymous
April 16, 2018

Mrs Suntoso was very knowleable and skilled in her approach when it came to instructing us in the filing of our immigration case. The difference was in the details and only someone with many years of experience and success can give you this valuable counsel. We never had any issues with our successful case and we are very happy that we put our trust in her.

Heidy
February 22, 2018

Lia has been the BEST. My dads case was a very difficult one. When we were told that my dads case had no resolution, we were left completely devastated. After we first met Lia, we knew she would go above and beyond to help us. She is hardworking and DEDICATED. She treated us like if we were her own family. There were many sleepless nights but that didnt matter to her, what her goal was, was to get my dad out of detainment from ICE. Lia is skilled and knowledgeable in immigration law. We admire her intelligence. We will forever be grateful for her. Without her help our dad would not have been reunited with our family. It was truly a difficult case but what was impossible, Lia made it possible.

Souleymane
January 12, 2018

I wish I could give her a 10 star rating. She is the best! A friend recommended Priscillia Suntoso to us when we really need help with my husband's immigration status over three years ago. We hired Priscillia for help when my husband was out of status and he now is a permanent US resident. Priscillia is a very knowledgeable immigration attorney. She provided us with guidance throughout the entire process. Next step, my husband will be filing for US citizenship! We appreciate Priscillia Suntoso dearly for her professionalism, knowledge, willingness to listen and for taking on a difficult case like ours.

Gisele
January 9, 2018

I don't know where to begin, but I will start by saying there is no other immigration attorney I trust more than Priscillia Suntoso ( Lia ). I was granted a "Withholding of Removal" from the Unites States based upon a sexual orientation exemption in 2003. I missed the one year deadline to renew this status and my attorney at that time didn't try to appeal the suspension of my "Withholding of Removal"status. I have became more aware of immigration laws ever since and continued updating my knowledge about immigration after this horrible experience. I tried to re-open my case in 2011 based on change circumstances (gender transition). I went to see different immigration attorneys, even the best attorney for LGBT, and I also called Hofstra University for help because I believe I had a strong case. Nobody was willing to take on a case of my complexity or even attempt to re-open my case for adjustment status! They were all told me that I didn't have a case and couldn't re-open. One of them even told me to just move to Canada. During the time of my gender transition, I tried to change my gender on my immigration paperwork for 3 years but was unsuccessful. The immigration application center kept asking me for more evidence of my gender transition even though I provided evidence accordingly! I met a friend who recommended Lia to me. My past terrible experiences left me feeling hopeless and like this wasn't going to work. I was wrong, I think an Angel was sent from heaven. That Angel was Lia. She was able to change my gender on my immigration paper with only 1 phone call! I thought that was amazing. I was so happy. To finally see progress after such a short time was finally some good news after such a long time of disappointment. I don't know how she obtained results so quickly, but she had shown me ability no one else could. Soon after she was able to re-open my Asylum case . The case was reopened in 1 month! We filed motion to re-open in October 2015 and was approved in November 2015. Amazing! We were given the date to see the Immigration Judge 2 months later. We had to change the venue and change the judge due to immigration scheduling conflicts, but Lia still kept getting results, despite all of the challenges. I finally felt hope again based on how she does her work. Lia also wants her client to work hard with her. My case was very strong but very complicated, I didn't even think I would win asylum especially after I have been living in the United States for 16 years! After all her hard work my asylum was finally granted without objection! She fought so hard for me. She cares about her clients. She takes her client's needs personally. She is my Angel. Without her, I would have been deported and forced to return to a place that would never accept me for who I am. Lia is honest and will tell you the truth! If you want to know if your case is strong or weak, she will say so! She told me I had a strong case but it was complicated and might take a long time to finish. She even created 3 options for me to adjust my status in case the first one failed. She had a plan for me. Since my visa was no longer eligible, she decided to apply for asylum and we won! Her experience, dedication and willingness to take on pro bono, complex cases changed my life and gave me the chance I needed.

Sarah
January 9, 2018

My husband and Hi hired Priscllia Suntoso few years ago to help us through a green card process for myself. From the beginning she has been professional, available, humble, honest and extremely helpful. I certainly recommend her and I did recommend her to a lot of people who didn't have the same chance to be so well advised and helped. She is a 5 stars immigration lawyer.

Maria Sanchez
July 1, 2021

Lia is one of the best lawyers you will ever come across. She helped my husband receives his PR. She guided us and told us exactly what to do. She was always available to answer any questions and calm any fears. She is truly one of the best if not the best.

Angeline
December 29, 2019

Ms. Lia or whom I called "Kak Lia" (meaning big sister) is an extraordinary lawyer who knows all the good tactics and is able to plan her case well which will lead to an approval. This review is long overdue but I've never forgotten for a second on how she helped with my perm case. My case was delayed for quite some time and she was able to help me getting my case approved in within 3 months, thanks to her advise. Based on my experience with her, she has an excellent knowledge in the immigration field and she would take care all of her cases just like it's her own case which is very important if you are looking for a dependable lawyer. I also remember that during my perm process, she was always available to be reached during crisis whether it is via text, phone call or email. She will reply back or call you back in a timely manner and I genuinely think that this is one of the attributes of a reliable talented lawyer. Personally, she has an outgoing personality which makes it easy for her clients to talk to her. I feel that during my interaction with her, I can ask her any questions I have comfortably and she would be able to provide an explanation that really answers my question. In conclusion, if you are looking for a lawyer who is easy to reach out to, have many experience and most importantly is outstandingly knowledgeable, you have found one here. I strongly recommend her without reservation.

anonymous
August 14, 2019

This lady made my fear go away.. I could write pages of my story but Making it short... Lia (Priscillia) was one from many lawyer I spoke she was the only one that took my case it was really complicated and all most impossible to win.. I've had cancelation of removal witch basicly is a case for deportation which took a lot of hard work papers and stress but somehow she did it..dont know how but she did it .. I walked Out from imigrasion court with positively granted Case for green card.... Plus she is not only a great lawyer she is a awesome positive and very worm person which we all fell in love from day number one.. Thank you so much Lia with out You I would be deported to my country by today..

Kyle
January 26, 2019

After an exhaustive (and exhausting) search, I couldn’t have been happier that I found Lia. My immigration issue was daunting and it was overwhelming to look at the challenges that were ahead. Yet, Lia was able to demystify the whole process, had tips to make it move as efficiently as possible, and was updating me with more information and knowledge as time when on and the interview date was set. Thanks to Lia’s professionalism and assistance, everything turned out perfectly and I could not be any happier with the resolution. If you are looking for someone intelligent, determined to fight for you, and kind enough to help guide you throughout the entire process, look no further than Lia. Once you start the process with her, you can be assured that it will be resolved!

Dorota & Mariusz
December 24, 2018

We don’t have the words to express our heart felt gratitude to Lia for all she is done to help us to get the Green Card. Priscilla Suntoso is very skilled and knowledgeable in immigration law. She impressed us with her professionalism, knowledge, and commitment. She was always available and supportive! Thank you very much for your courtesy and genuine down - to - earth kindness. We strongly recommend Priscilla Suntoso!

anonymous
April 16, 2018

Mrs Suntoso was very knowleable and skilled in her approach when it came to instructing us in the filing of our immigration case. The difference was in the details and only someone with many years of experience and success can give you this valuable counsel. We never had any issues with our successful case and we are very happy that we put our trust in her.

Heidy
February 22, 2018

Lia has been the BEST. My dads case was a very difficult one. When we were told that my dads case had no resolution, we were left completely devastated. After we first met Lia, we knew she would go above and beyond to help us. She is hardworking and DEDICATED. She treated us like if we were her own family. There were many sleepless nights but that didnt matter to her, what her goal was, was to get my dad out of detainment from ICE. Lia is skilled and knowledgeable in immigration law. We admire her intelligence. We will forever be grateful for her. Without her help our dad would not have been reunited with our family. It was truly a difficult case but what was impossible, Lia made it possible.

Souleymane
January 12, 2018

I wish I could give her a 10 star rating. She is the best! A friend recommended Priscillia Suntoso to us when we really need help with my husband's immigration status over three years ago. We hired Priscillia for help when my husband was out of status and he now is a permanent US resident. Priscillia is a very knowledgeable immigration attorney. She provided us with guidance throughout the entire process. Next step, my husband will be filing for US citizenship! We appreciate Priscillia Suntoso dearly for her professionalism, knowledge, willingness to listen and for taking on a difficult case like ours.

Gisele
January 9, 2018

I don't know where to begin, but I will start by saying there is no other immigration attorney I trust more than Priscillia Suntoso ( Lia ). I was granted a "Withholding of Removal" from the Unites States based upon a sexual orientation exemption in 2003. I missed the one year deadline to renew this status and my attorney at that time didn't try to appeal the suspension of my "Withholding of Removal"status. I have became more aware of immigration laws ever since and continued updating my knowledge about immigration after this horrible experience. I tried to re-open my case in 2011 based on change circumstances (gender transition). I went to see different immigration attorneys, even the best attorney for LGBT, and I also called Hofstra University for help because I believe I had a strong case. Nobody was willing to take on a case of my complexity or even attempt to re-open my case for adjustment status! They were all told me that I didn't have a case and couldn't re-open. One of them even told me to just move to Canada. During the time of my gender transition, I tried to change my gender on my immigration paperwork for 3 years but was unsuccessful. The immigration application center kept asking me for more evidence of my gender transition even though I provided evidence accordingly! I met a friend who recommended Lia to me. My past terrible experiences left me feeling hopeless and like this wasn't going to work. I was wrong, I think an Angel was sent from heaven. That Angel was Lia. She was able to change my gender on my immigration paper with only 1 phone call! I thought that was amazing. I was so happy. To finally see progress after such a short time was finally some good news after such a long time of disappointment. I don't know how she obtained results so quickly, but she had shown me ability no one else could. Soon after she was able to re-open my Asylum case . The case was reopened in 1 month! We filed motion to re-open in October 2015 and was approved in November 2015. Amazing! We were given the date to see the Immigration Judge 2 months later. We had to change the venue and change the judge due to immigration scheduling conflicts, but Lia still kept getting results, despite all of the challenges. I finally felt hope again based on how she does her work. Lia also wants her client to work hard with her. My case was very strong but very complicated, I didn't even think I would win asylum especially after I have been living in the United States for 16 years! After all her hard work my asylum was finally granted without objection! She fought so hard for me. She cares about her clients. She takes her client's needs personally. She is my Angel. Without her, I would have been deported and forced to return to a place that would never accept me for who I am. Lia is honest and will tell you the truth! If you want to know if your case is strong or weak, she will say so! She told me I had a strong case but it was complicated and might take a long time to finish. She even created 3 options for me to adjust my status in case the first one failed. She had a plan for me. Since my visa was no longer eligible, she decided to apply for asylum and we won! Her experience, dedication and willingness to take on pro bono, complex cases changed my life and gave me the chance I needed.

Sarah
January 9, 2018

My husband and Hi hired Priscllia Suntoso few years ago to help us through a green card process for myself. From the beginning she has been professional, available, humble, honest and extremely helpful. I certainly recommend her and I did recommend her to a lot of people who didn't have the same chance to be so well advised and helped. She is a 5 stars immigration lawyer.