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Welcome To Alena Shautosova Law Office

Delivering Solutions For Your Future

Alena Shautsova is a US immigration attorney based in New York City, committed to providing the best short- and long-term solutions for her clients’ immigration needs.

Our Services

Comprehensive Immigration Solutions

We have helped hundreds of clients to receive their green cards, citizenship via naturalization, asylum, VAWA status, U visa, marriage-based adjustment, EB1 extraordinary ability green cards, hardship waivers, and more.

Asylum

If you’re fleeing persecution or danger in your home country, we can help you seek asylum in the U.S. Our team provides compassionate, expert guidance through the asylum application process to protect your rights and secure your safety.

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Deportation

Facing deportation can be a frightening and overwhelming experience. Our experienced attorneys provide aggressive defense strategies to fight removal proceedings and protect your right to remain in the U.S.

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Provisional Waiver

For those needing to resolve prior immigration violations, a Provisional Waiver can help clear the path to re-entering or staying in the U.S. legally. We provide expert guidance on filing for waivers, ensuring you meet all requirements for eligibility.

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Citizenship

Ready to take the final step toward becoming a U.S. citizen? We offer full assistance with the naturalization process, from preparing your application to guiding you through the citizenship interview and exam.

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Green Cards

Securing permanent residency is a major step toward establishing your life in the U.S. We help clients obtain Green Cards through family sponsorship, employment, or other eligibility pathways, making the process clear and efficient.

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Work Visas

Unlock career opportunities in the United States with our Work Visa services. We assist employers and professionals with obtaining H-1B, O-1, and other employment-based visas, ensuring that you meet all requirements for working legally in the U.S.

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Marriage Visas

For couples looking to reunite and live together in the United States, we offer comprehensive assistance with Marriage Visas. Whether you’re seeking a K-1 Fiancé Visa or a Spousal Visa, our team will guide you through the process to ensure a timely and stress-free experience.

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Business Visa

Whether you’re expanding your business into the U.S. or investing in new opportunities, a Business Visa can help you achieve your goals. We assist clients with navigating complex visa requirements, including obtaining E-2, L-1, and B-1 visas, to ensure a smooth and compliant entry into the U.S. business landscape.

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ABOUT US

NYC Immigration Lawyer: Your US Immigration Project Is Our Goal

Alena Shautsova is a New York City based US immigration attorney dedicated to delivering the best long and short terms solutions for her clients’ immigration needs. She is a NYC Immigration lawyer who provides honest and reliable advice in connection with all types of immigration matters in New York, New York City, and all over the world. Our New York Immigration attorneys help with all types of Immigration matters, including Family and Employment-based Immigration, VAWA, U and T visas, Deportation and Removal Defense, Immigration Hardship waivers, Asylum, BIA and AAO appeals, motions to reopen with USCIS, BIA and Immigration court, Criminal Immigration issues, representation in Immigration court (hearings, motions, and appeals), immigration interviews, federal litigation.

Our New York Immigration lawyers help to find solutions for those who already have orders of removal or deportation or were found inadmissible and denied US Immigration visas. Immigration matters can be complex, and the constantly changing Immigration regulations call for creative and immediate response. Simple or difficult, we provide expert advice for all types of matters. Allow our NYC Immigration lawyers to alleviate your stress and help you! Together, we will strive to deliver the best results tailored to your needs!

We provide in-person consultations in our Brooklyn and Syosset offices. We also provide convenient Skype consultations and appointments, reserved for flexible and after-work hours! The best way to find immigration help is to reach our NYC Immigration lawyers by phone 917 885 2261, schedule a consultation or use our case evaluation form.

The Benefits

Experience, Dedication, and Results

We have helped hundreds of clients to receive their green cards, citizenship via naturalization, asylum, VAWA status, U visa, marriage-based adjustment, EB1 extraordinary ability green cards, hardship waivers, and more.

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Proven Track Record of Success

At the Law Office of Alena Shautsova, we have successfully guided hundreds of clients through complex immigration processes, including obtaining green cards, citizenship, and various visa statuses. Our extensive experience ensures that you receive expert advice tailored to your specific situation.

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Clear Communication and Transparency

We believe in keeping our clients informed every step of the way. Our NYC immigration attorneys take the time to explain immigration laws and procedures, ensuring you understand the process and how we will achieve your desired results. We are committed to making the journey as smooth and clear as possible.

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Comprehensive Support

With a wealth of free resources available, including educational videos, newsletters, and a blog focused on immigration news, we empower our clients with knowledge. Our dedication to providing valuable information means you’ll always be up-to-date on the latest changes in immigration law and how they may affect you.

Reviews

What People Say

client

Mrs Shautsova with her accurate hard work , professionalism and quality service she was able to get approvals of the approval of 601 and 212 waivers for my brother who …

client

I decided to call Alena when my first lawyer told me, that my green card case doesn’t have a good outlook, and I would need one or two years to …

Nelly

My brother’s case was almost impossible . He had 2 deportations first was 10 years and second -20 years and very complex criminal case. Alena made both waivers 601 and …

Terence

My experience with Alena Shautsova has been more than pleasant, & I mean that in all aspects. From start to finish, she not only gave my wife & I the …

client

Ms. Shautsova is confident, optimistic, and very helpful and resourceful. She made sure that my immigration case was completed as soon as possible. Her turnaround time is fantastic, she replies …

Contact Info

The office of our firm's lawyers is conveniently located in Long Island and Brooklyn

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Blog

New York Immigration Lawyer’s Updates

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EB-1 In 2024–2025: What AAO Decisions And USCIS Guidance Mean For Your Case (And How To Prepare)

As a New York immigration lawyer guiding EB-1 filings for researchers, founders, artists, and executives, I’m seeing clear patterns in how USCIS and the Administrative Appeals Office (AAO) are reading …

Recent USCIS Memo On Good Moral Character For Naturalization (What It Changes And How To Prepare)

By New York Immigration Lawyer Alena Shautsova On August 15, 2025, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued Policy Memorandum PM-602-0188, instructing officers to apply a rigorous, holistic “totality of …

USCIS Policy Update: “Anti-American Views” Now A Key Factor In Immigration Adjudications

By New York Immigration Lawyer Alena Shautsova What Changed? On August 19, 2025, USCIS updated its Policy Manual (Volume 1) to direct officers to assign “overwhelmingly negative discretionary weight” to …

I-129F Vs. I-130: Which Petition Is Right For Bringing Your Partner To The USA?

New York Immigration Lawyer: ALENA SHAUTSOVA When love crosses borders, U.S. immigration law offers a few paths to unite couples. Two of the most common are Form I-129F (Petition for …

EB-2 NIW RFE Guide – New York Immigration Lawyer Explains How To Respond And Win

Author: EB2 NIW Attorney Alena Shautsova Understanding EB-2 NIW RFEs A Request for Evidence (RFE) is issued by USCIS when they believe a petition may be approvable but lacks sufficient …

Do I Have To Carry My Green Card At All Times?

Author: New York Immigration Lawyer Alena Shautsova As a U.S. immigration lawyer based in New York, I am often asked by lawful permanent residents (LPRs): “Do I really have to …

I-485 Denial: What It Means And What You Can Do Next

By Alena Shautsova | New York Immigration Lawyer Helping immigrants build a life in the United States—one case at a time. Adjustment of Status (Form I-485) is the final step …

Green Card Through Marriage: What Can Go Wrong?

By Alena Shautsova, New York Immigration Lawyer Helping families unite and navigate the complexities of U.S. immigration law. A green card through marriage is one of the most common and …

I-601 Waiver: Overcoming Immigration Barriers With Expert Legal Help

By Alena Shautsova, Immigration Waiver Lawyer | Call 917-885-2261 Helping families stay united through strategic immigration waiver representation. The United States immigration system offers several pathways to lawful status—but it …

New York law Firm Overview

Alena Shautsova

Alena Shautsova is a top-rated New York Immigration lawyer, working in Brooklyn and Syosset. She handles all types of immigration matters and also provides help with litigation and employment discrimination matters. Her knowledge and expertise of not only Immigration laws, but also the US litigation system, is helping her clients to achieve desired results. Ms. Shautsova has been practicing law in the U.S. for over a decade. She has been a member and a leader of various Bar associations, including NYSBA, ABA, and AILA, earning the trust of her colleagues and clients. Ms. Shautsova has been a member of the ABA House of Delegates, acted as a judge at various New York Immigration moot court competitions, put together educational programs for attorneys in New York, and appeared on News channels on issues related to Immigration and practice of law in the US. You can read more about her experience and achievements in About the Law Firm section.

Our Immigration Law Experience And Hard Work Will Earn Your Trust

At the Law Office of Alena Shautsova, our NYC Immigration attorneys make sure that our clients know what we are working on for them and how exactly we will get them the desired results. We have helped hundreds of clients to receive their green cards, citizenship via naturalization, asylum, VAWA status, U visa, marriage-based adjustment, EB1 extraordinary ability green cards, hardship waivers, and more. Our New York City Immigration lawyers won removal proceedings and helped clients to safely stay in the United States. We spend time explaining the Immigration laws and why particular solutions are the best for one’s case. Our Facebook page and Youtube channel are dedicated to providing free smart immigration tips. So far, we have published more than a hundred free Immigration videos where New York Immigration lawyer Alena Shautsova explains the US Immigration laws and recent updates. Every month we sent out a Free Immigration Law Updates newsletter where we highlight the most important changes in Immigration law. Our blog appraises clients on the recent Immigration news and provides the up-to-date Immigration solutions.

Russian Speaking US Immigration Lawyer NYC

Alena Shautsova is the only Russian speaking attorney who was a member of the NYSBA Special Committee on Immigration Representation in New York. New York Lawyer with a Superb ( the highest) rating on one of the most credible attorney ranking systems avvo.com. Over the course of her career as an immigration lawyer in New York, Ms. Shautsova has handled hundreds of marriage petitions, appeals, adjustment of status applications, employment-based petitions, and Immigration waivers. We won asylum and deportation cases for our clients, extraordinary ability petitions, U visa, T visa, VAWA cases and more! New York Immigration lawyer Alena Shautsova is waiting to help you too!

Read our US immigration success stories, and call or email our immigration New York lawyers today!