# Law Office of Joshua E. Bardavid - Detailed Information

> Immigration law firm in New York City with over 20 years of experience. We handle asylum, deportation defense, family immigration, work visas, habeas corpus, and federal court litigation. We serve clients in 8 languages: English, Spanish, Haitian Creole, French, Mandarin Chinese, Russian, Sinhala, and Tamil.

## Firm Overview

The Law Office of Joshua E. Bardavid is an immigration law firm founded in 2005, located at 277 Broadway, Suite 1501, New York, NY 10007. The firm exclusively practices immigration law and serves clients nationwide, with particular expertise in complex asylum cases, deportation defense, federal court litigation, and appeals.

Phone: (212) 219-3244
Fax: (212) 404-3437
Email: contact@bardavidlaw.com
Website: https://bardavidlaw.com
Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 10am-5pm, Friday 10am-3pm
Free consultations available.

## Asylum & Refugee Protection

URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/services/asylum

We represent asylum seekers in both affirmative applications before USCIS and defensive proceedings before Immigration Judges. Asylum is available to people who have been persecuted or fear persecution on account of five protected grounds: political opinion, race, religion, nationality, or membership in a particular social group (including LGBTQ+ individuals, domestic violence survivors, and gang recruitment targets).

Key facts about asylum:
- The filing deadline is one year from arrival in the U.S., with exceptions for changed or extraordinary circumstances under INA Section 208(a)(2)(D).
- Affirmative asylum involves an interview with a USCIS asylum officer. Defensive asylum is presented before an Immigration Judge during removal proceedings.
- A spouse and unmarried children under 21 can be included as derivative beneficiaries on Form I-589.
- Asylum provides full lawful status, work authorization, and a path to a green card and citizenship.
- Withholding of removal stops deportation but does not provide a green card or allow family sponsorship.
- Convention Against Torture (CAT) protection prevents return to a country where you would face torture.

## Deportation Defense

URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/services/deportation

We defend immigrants facing removal proceedings in Immigration Court, including at the Varick Street Immigration Court in Manhattan. Our defense strategies include cancellation of removal, asylum as a defense, motions to reopen, appeals to the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), and petitions for review in federal circuit courts.

Key facts about deportation defense:
- Cancellation of removal under INA Section 240A requires 10+ years of continuous presence, good moral character, and showing exceptional hardship to a U.S. citizen or permanent resident family member (for non-permanent residents) or 7+ years of continuous residence and 5 years as a lawful permanent resident with no aggravated felony (for permanent residents).
- Having an attorney makes you up to 5 times more likely to win your case, according to AILA.
- Missing a court date can result in an in absentia removal order. Motions to reopen are available within 180 days for exceptional circumstances, or at any time if you never received proper notice.
- Green card holders can face deportation for certain criminal convictions, immigration fraud, or abandoning residency, but defenses are often available.
- Voluntary departure avoids the automatic bars to reentry (5, 10, or 20 years) that come with a deportation order.

## Detention & Bond

URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/services/detention

We help detained immigrants secure their release through bond hearings before Immigration Judges, challenge mandatory detention through habeas corpus petitions in federal court, and ensure their rights are protected throughout the detention process.

Key facts about immigration detention:
- At a bond hearing, the judge considers flight risk and danger to the community. Bond amounts typically range from $1,500 to $25,000 or more.
- Mandatory detention under INA Section 236(c) applies to individuals with specific criminal convictions or terrorism-related charges. This can be challenged through habeas corpus petitions under 28 U.S.C. Section 2241.
- The Supreme Court in Zadvydas v. Davis, 533 U.S. 678 (2001), held that the government cannot detain immigrants indefinitely.
- If a family member is detained, contact an attorney immediately. The attorney can locate them using the ICE detainee locator with their A-number.
- A second bond hearing (custody redetermination) is available if circumstances have changed since the first hearing.

## Family Immigration

We handle family-based immigration petitions including:
- Immediate relative petitions (spouses, parents, and unmarried children under 21 of U.S. citizens)
- Family preference categories
- Adjustment of status (I-485) for those eligible to get a green card without leaving the U.S.
- Consular processing for those applying from abroad
- Waivers of inadmissibility

## Work Visas & Employment-Based Immigration

We assist with employment-based immigration including:
- H-1B specialty occupation visas
- L-1 intracompany transfer visas
- O-1 extraordinary ability visas
- Employment-based green cards (EB-1, EB-2, EB-3)
- Labor certification (PERM)
- Employment authorization documents (EADs)

## Federal Court Litigation & Appeals

We handle immigration appeals and federal court litigation including:
- Appeals to the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA)
- Petitions for review in U.S. Circuit Courts of Appeals
- Habeas corpus petitions in U.S. District Courts
- Mandamus actions to compel agency action on delayed cases
- APA challenges to unlawful agency policies

## Languages Served

All services are available in 8 languages:
- English
- Spanish (Espanol)
- Haitian Creole (Kreyol Ayisyen)
- French (Francais)
- Mandarin Chinese (中文)
- Russian (Русский)
- Sinhala (සිංහල)
- Tamil (தமிழ்)

## Frequently Asked Questions

URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/faq

Q: Do you offer free consultations?
A: Yes, we offer free initial consultations to evaluate your case. Call (212) 219-3244 or visit our website to schedule.

Q: What should I do if I receive a letter from USCIS or immigration court?
A: Contact an immigration attorney immediately. Do not ignore any correspondence from USCIS, ICE, or the immigration court. Deadlines in immigration law are strict and missing one can result in deportation.

Q: How much does an immigration lawyer cost?
A: Costs vary by case type and complexity. We discuss fees transparently during the free consultation. We offer payment plans for many services.

Q: What documents should I bring to my consultation?
A: Bring any documents from USCIS, ICE, or immigration court, your passport and I-94, any prior immigration applications, court dates or hearing notices, and any documents related to your case (police reports, medical records, country condition evidence).

Q: Do you handle cases outside New York?
A: Yes. While our office is in Manhattan, we represent clients nationwide. Many consultations and case preparations can be done remotely.

Q: How long does my immigration case take?
A: Timelines vary significantly by case type. Asylum cases can take months to years depending on the court backlog. Family petitions depend on the category and country of origin. We provide realistic timeline estimates during your consultation.

## Blog

URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/blog

Our blog covers immigration policy changes, federal court decisions affecting immigrants, practical guidance for people in immigration proceedings, and analysis of new regulations and executive actions. Posts are available in English, Spanish, French, Haitian Creole, and Mandarin Chinese.

## Recent Blog Posts

### Petition for Review: How to Appeal a BIA Denial to Federal Court
URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/blog/petition-for-review-federal-court-appeal
Published: April 8, 2026
Categories: Deportation Defense
The BIA denied your case, but it is not over. A petition for review takes your case to federal circuit court, where an Article III judge can reverse the BIA and send your case back. You have exactly 30 days to file. This guide explains the process, the legal standards, what the court reviews, and why acting immediately is the difference between having a case and losing your rights forever.

### Update: Federal Court Blocks the Worst Parts of the BIA Appeal Overhaul
URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/blog/bia-appeal-rule-blocked-update-april-2026
Published: April 6, 2026
Categories: Policy, Court
A federal judge blocked the DOJ's most dangerous changes to immigration appeals, including automatic dismissals and the 10-day filing deadline. But some provisions survived. This post breaks down what was blocked, what was not, and what you need to do now to protect your appeal rights.

### ICE Came to My Door: Know Your Rights
URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/blog/know-your-rights-ice-at-your-door
Published: April 6, 2026
Categories: Know Your Rights
If ICE shows up at your home, you have rights. You do not have to open the door. This post explains what to do, what not to do, and how to protect your family during an ICE encounter.

### How to Spot a Notario Scam and Find a Real Immigration Lawyer
URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/blog/notario-scam-find-real-immigration-lawyer
Published: April 6, 2026
Categories: Know Your Rights
Notarios are not lawyers. They cannot file your immigration case, and they often make things worse. This guide explains how to tell the difference between a notario and a licensed attorney, and how to find someone who can actually help with your immigration case.

### Immigration Court Backlog in New York: What It Means for Your Case
URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/blog/immigration-court-backlog-new-york
Published: April 6, 2026
Categories: Policy
New York immigration courts have among the largest backlogs in the country, with cases taking years to resolve. This post explains what the backlog means for your case timeline and how to navigate the long wait strategically.

### TPS vs Asylum vs Withholding of Removal: Which Protection Is Right for You?
URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/blog/tps-vs-asylum-vs-withholding-comparison
Published: April 6, 2026
Categories: Asylum, Policy
Three forms of protection, three different standards, three different outcomes. This comparison guide explains the differences between Temporary Protected Status (TPS), asylum, and withholding of removal to help you understand which protection may be right for your situation.

### What to Expect at Your First Immigration Consultation
URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/blog/what-to-expect-immigration-consultation
Published: April 6, 2026
Categories: Firm News
Your first consultation is free, confidential, and designed to give you answers. This post explains exactly what happens during the consultation, what documents to bring, and what you will learn about your case and options.

### How Much Does an Immigration Lawyer Cost? A Transparent Breakdown
URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/blog/immigration-lawyer-cost-breakdown
Published: April 6, 2026
Categories: Firm News
Immigration cases are not as expensive as you fear. This post provides an honest breakdown of what immigration legal services cost, what factors affect pricing, and why the investment in proper legal representation matters for your case outcome.

### You Do Not Have to Translate Your Fear: Immigration Help in Your Language
URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/blog/immigration-help-in-your-language
Published: April 6, 2026
Categories: Firm News
Immigration law is terrifying enough without a language barrier. We serve clients in eight languages so you can tell your story in the language you think in. This post explains our multilingual services and why language access matters in immigration cases.

### A Federal Court Just Told the Government: You Can't Erase Legal Status with a Mass Email
URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/blog/cbp-one-parole-restored-court-ruling
Published: April 6, 2026
Categories: Policy, Know Your Rights
A federal judge ruled that DHS acted unlawfully when it terminated parole for over 900,000 CBP One entrants via mass email. This post explains what the ruling means for your work permit, your asylum case, and your future if you entered through the CBP One program.

### Your Court Date Shouldn't Be a Trap: How to Protect Yourself
URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/blog/court-date-ice-detention-how-to-protect-yourself
Published: March 11, 2026
Categories: Deportation Defense, Know Your Rights
ICE is arresting people at their own court hearings. This post explains what is happening, why it matters for due process, and what you can do right now to protect yourself and your family if you have an upcoming immigration court date.

### They Gutted Immigration Appeals in 2002. It's Happening Again.
URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/blog/bia-streamlining-history-petition-for-review
Published: February 11, 2026
Categories: Policy, Court
The BIA is about to stop hearing most appeals. The last time the government gutted immigration appellate review, in 2002, petitions for review in the federal circuits nearly doubled overnight. This post explains the historical parallels and why federal court litigation is more important than ever.

### Can I Travel Internationally With an Expired Conditional Green Card and a Pending I-751?
URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/blog/travel-with-expired-conditional-green-card-pending-i751
Published: February 6, 2026
Categories: Policy, USCIS
You have a flight coming up and a knot in your stomach. This guide covers everything you need to know about traveling with an expired conditional green card while your I-751 petition is pending, including what documents to bring, what to say at the border, and when to think twice about traveling.

### BREAKING: DOJ Guts Immigration Appeals. Here's What It Means for Your Case.
URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/blog/doj-guts-bia-immigration-appeals-2026
Published: February 5, 2026
Categories: Policy, Deportation, Asylum, Court
New DOJ rules automatically dismiss most BIA appeals within 15 days, cut filing deadlines from 30 to 10 days, and eliminate reply briefs. Effective March 2026. This post explains what the new rules mean for pending and future appeals and what you need to do right now.

### When the Government Cannot Defend Its Own Detentions
URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/blog/when-government-cannot-defend-detentions
Published: February 4, 2026
Categories: Deportation, Policy, Court
ICE has violated nearly 100 court orders in Minnesota alone. Warehouses are being converted into detention centers faster than safety permits allow. This post documents how the system is breaking under the weight of its own lawlessness and how courts are the battlefield where we hold the government accountable.

### Denied Asylum Without a Hearing? You Have the Right to Fight Back
URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/blog/asylum-denied-without-hearing-pretermission
Published: January 28, 2026
Categories: Asylum, Rights
Immigration judges are increasingly denying asylum applications without giving applicants a hearing, a practice called pretermission. This post explains what pretermission is, why it violates your legal rights, and how you have 30 days to fight back by filing an appeal with the BIA.

### Seeing Hateful Government Posts? Your Legal Rights Haven't Changed
URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/blog/government-accounts-white-nationalist-language-immigration
Published: January 27, 2026
Categories: Policy, Court
If you have seen alarming government social media posts using extremist language, you are not alone. But your legal rights have not changed. The law still protects you. This post explains what this rhetoric means and, more importantly, what it does not mean for your immigration case.

### ICE at the Door: Know Your Rights in 2026
URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/blog/ice-at-the-door-know-your-rights-2026
Published: January 27, 2026
Categories: Deportation
ICE enforcement has escalated dramatically under the current administration. Whether you are documented or undocumented, you have constitutional rights. This comprehensive guide explains what you need to know and what you need to do if ICE comes to your door, including your Fourth Amendment protections.

### ICE en la Puerta: Conozca Sus Derechos en 2026 (Spanish)
URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/blog/ice-en-la-puerta-conozca-sus-derechos-2026
Published: January 27, 2026
La aplicacion de ICE se ha intensificado dramaticamente. Ya sea documentado o indocumentado, usted tiene derechos. Esta guia explica lo que necesita saber si ICE llega a su puerta, incluyendo sus protecciones constitucionales.

### ICE nan Pot Ou: Konnen Dwa Ou nan 2026 (Haitian Creole)
URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/blog/ice-nan-pot-ou-konnen-dwa-ou-2026
Published: January 27, 2026
Aplikasyon ICE la ogmante anpil. Kit ou gen papye kit ou pa gen papye, ou gen dwa. Gid sa a eksplike sa ou bezwen konnen si ICE vin nan pot ou.

### ICE敲门：了解您2026年的权利 (Chinese)
URL: https://bardavidlaw.com/blog/ice-dao-men-liaojie-nin-de-quanli-2026
Published: January 27, 2026
ICE的执法力度大幅升级。无论您是否有合法身份，您都有权利。本指南解释了当ICE来敲门时您需要了解的一切。

## Location & Directions

277 Broadway, Suite 1501
New York, NY 10007
United States

Near City Hall and the Brooklyn Bridge. Accessible by subway lines 4, 5, 6 (City Hall), J, Z (Chambers St), R, W (City Hall), 2, 3 (Park Place).

Coordinates: 40.7128, -74.0060