Your future in the United States is too important for guesswork.

13+
Years of Practice
NYC
New York-Based, Serving Clients Nationwide
AILA
Member in Good Standing
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Super Lawyers Recognition

Khalique Law is a New York-based immigration law firm that helps employers, HR teams, executives, professionals, researchers, academics, exceptional talent, and families move forward with transparent guidance, careful preparation, and a clear legal path to permanent residence when available.

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Trusted Credentials & Professional Affiliations
✦American Immigration Lawyers Association  ✦Super Lawyers Recognition  ✦Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses  ✦Avvo Client Awards  ✦ProVisors  ✦Barnard College Advisory Council  ✦Chase Business Coaching for Impact
Who We Help

Clear immigration guidance is for people making important decisions — and the organizations that support them.

Immigration is not just paperwork. It is career planning, family planning, risk management, and, often, the path to permanent residence. We help clients understand where they stand, what their strongest legal options are, and what it will take to move forward with confidence.

Business
Employers, HR Teams, Executives & Professionals

Business immigration strategy, employment-based visas and Green Card pathways, guidance for executives, professionals, and employer-sponsored matters, and compliance-minded planning.

Talent
Researchers, Academics & Exceptional Talent

For scientists, physicians, researchers, academics, and other high-achieving professionals pursuing O-1, EB-1A, NIW, and related pathways.

Creatives
Creatives & Extraordinary Talent

We help artists, designers, filmmakers, musicians, architects, and other exceptional professionals pursue O-1 visas, EB-1A Green Card pathways, and related options.

Family
Families & Couples

For individuals and families seeking stability, lawful status, and a realistic path to permanent residence. Marriage-based Green Cards, removal of conditions, naturalization, and more.

Immigration law done properly can change lives.

— Sumaiya Khalique · Founder, Khalique Law PLLC

Why Khalique Law

Because clarity matters when the stakes are so high.

There is no shortage of immigration attorneys. What clients often struggle to find is one who will be direct, careful, and fully engaged with the case from beginning to end. Khalique Law was founded on a different principle: to be honest from the outset, to prepare meticulously, and to regard immigration as a significant life decision.

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Transparent from the start

We tell you what looks strong, what needs work, and whether a pathway is realistic before you commit to anything.

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Strategy before paperwork

We start with your goals, your timeline, and the legal options that best support them — not with forms.

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Direct attorney involvement

Your case receives direct attorney attention from consultation through filing and follow-through.

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Careful preparation

Strong cases are built on evidence, planning, and attention to detail — not on hope.

How We Work

A clear process from the first consultation to the next steps.

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Consultation & Assessment
We review your situation, assess the strongest pathways, and give you an honest recommendation about where you stand.

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Case Strategy
We identify the right legal route, shape the evidence plan, and address potential issues before they become problems.

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Filing & Follow-Through
We prepare and file with care, monitor progress, respond to requests, and keep you informed throughout.

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Approval & Planning Ahead
We help clients understand what comes next and how today’s decision affects tomorrow’s options.

Client Feedback

Best Immigration Lawyer Ever!!

We worked with Sumaiya Khalique, at Khalique Law PLLC, from the beginning of 2022 until just recently, when I became a new US Citizen. Sumaiya initially met with my spouse and I to explain what was entailed/required when applying for a green card (and ultimately US Citizenship). We were so impressed with her knowledge, professionalism and kind demeanor, we had no thought of not going forward with her on our immigration journey. And we never regretted this decision. Sumaiya and her team guided us, step-by-step, through this intricate process, detailing what was needed from us, for each part of the process, and always getting back to us, if we ever had any questions along the way. If we ever had concerns, Sumaiya would ease our fears by either explaining how long a particular piece of this puzzle usually takes and what might be going on at this point, or look into it further (if it was an irregularity) and get back to us with what she had found. Knowing that Sumaiya and her staff were always in our corner made this process to Citizenship much easier and gave us confidence that we would cross the finish line. We cannot recommend Sumaiya Khalique and her team highly enough! We are SO happy that we chose to work with them … They truly are THE BEST at their profession!!

Outstanding Immigration Attorney Who Made Citizenship Possible

Sumaiya provided exceptional legal support with my grandmother’s U.S. citizenship case, including supporting in preparing the N-648 medical waiver and guiding us through the citizenship interview. After more than four unsuccessful attempts, her attention to detail, communication, and compassion made all the difference. She was always responsive, thorough, and patient in explaining complex requirements. Thanks to her dedication, my grandmother finally became a citizen!!! We’re deeply grateful for her help

A hard to find sharp and caring lawyer!

Sumaiya Khalique guided us through an H-1B filing with remarkable skill and empathy. She broke down every step, answered questions within hours, and kept us informed until the approval notice arrived, no RFE, no surprises. If you need a sharp, caring lawyer who delivers results, hire Khalique Law PLLC.

Worked with Sumaiya for O-1A visa

I worked with Sumaiya for O-1A visa and she did a great job in walking me through the process and getting it finally approved. We both worked together as a team and I found her as informative, empathizing, and getting things done. I want to be loud and clear, immigration process is not a binary(yes/no) question. So, the lawyer has to do a thorough work in terms of understanding your situation and customize the paperwork based on the career profile we had build on. I would recommend her for future immigration consultation and will also strongly recommend her for my friends/families. Good job, Sumaiya!

Thorough and complete

I first met Sumaiya at the Goldman Sachs growth accelerator program. She stood out as someone with conviction and takes her business seriously. She is an advocate for the displaced, but also navigates immigration law for highly skilled professionals. As a business owner in the luxury real estate space, I have no hesitation referring Sumaiya to my high net worth clients. She is thorough, exact and determined to get her clients to their ultimate goal. I’ve seen her work and continue to grow her practice in a thoughtful and strategic way which shows to me that she is more than just an immigration attorney – she is a skilled and strategic problem solver that can be a value add to not just individual client needs, but corporations looking to immigrate high skilled labor such as scientists into the US.

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Look no further, she will get it done right, the first time in time! I don’t know why I need 75 characters when simplicity has the most powerful!

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Why Strategy Matters

Choosing the right immigration path now can shape what becomes possible later.

Different visa categories carry different timelines, evidence standards, restrictions, and pathways to permanent residence. A short-term decision can affect job flexibility, family timing, sponsorship options, and future Green Card strategy.

That is why the firm focuses on clarity at the beginning, not confusion later. We help clients understand the full picture before committing to any path.

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FAQ

Questions clients often ask before booking.

Yes. Most clients come in knowing their facts, not the legal category. The consultation is designed to assess the strongest options and explain what is realistic.

That depends on how the case is framed, what evidence is available, and whether the legal pathway truly fits your background. You should not have to guess that on your own.

No. Immigration law is federal, and the firm works with clients nationwide through secure remote communication.

Yes. Legal fees depend on the complexity of the matter, but the goal is to give clients a clear understanding of fees before they decide. Government filing fees are discussed separately.

Need clarity about your options?

Schedule a consultation and leave with a clearer picture of where you stand, which legal pathways may be realistic, and what the strongest next step may be for your goals.

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