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David G. Katona

Item: David G. Katona
Rating: 10
Author: Corey M. Shapiro

New York City Immigration Attorney

24 years of experience
Immigration Law
New York

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Corey M. Shapiro April 1, 2022

Rating: 10

I have known David for over 15 years, and he's not only the best at what he does but a genuinely good person. Trust is the most crucial thing and skill set when searching for an attorney. David has both. But the thing that I am sure sets him apart from all other immigration attorneys is that David is an exceptional communicator. I would happily recommend anyone I know to him.

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Biography

Mr. David Katona practices exclusively in the area of Immigration and Nationality law. Mr. Katona earned his bachelor’s degree from Wake Forest University, his Master of International Affairs degree from American University’s School of International Service and graduated cum laude from American University, Washington College of Law. David Katona has worked as a senior attorney in the Immigration Department at Hodgson Russ LLP and has practiced as an immigration attorney at Bondy & Schloss LLP and at Susie Kim & Associates, PC. In addition to being the Principal of Katona & Associates, PLLC, Mr. Katona also currently serves as Of Counsel to law firms in New York City and Palo Alto, CA.

Mr. Katona is highly experienced in all aspects of business and family immigration as well as removal (or deportation) defense and federal appeals, and he has experience representing all types of businesses, from Fortune 500 to small- and mid-size companies, as well as individuals from all over the world.

Practice Area

Immigration Law: Asylum, Citizenship, Deportation Defense, Family Visas, Green Cards, Immigration Appeals, Investment Visas, Marriage & Fiancé(e) Visas, Student Visas, Visitor Visas, Work Visas

Video Conferencing

Google Meet
Skype
Zoom

Fees

Credit Cards Accepted

Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice

New York: New York State Office of Court Administration; ID Number: 3970696
Since 2001

Languages

English: Spoken, Written
Hungarian: Spoken, Written
Portuguese: Spoken, Written
Spanish: Spoken, Written

Professional Experience

Founder: Katona & Associates PLLC; 2020 - Current

Partner: Katona & Mir LLP; 2005 - 2020

Attorney: Hodgson Russ; 2004 - 2005

Attorney: Susie Kim & Associates; 2000 - 2004

Education

American University Washington College of Law: J.D. (2000) | Law; cum laude; Law Review Associate, article published in International Law Review; Moot Court Competitor

American University, School of International Service: M.A. (2000) | International Affairs; cum laude

Wake Forest University: B.S. (1997) | Business Administration

Awards

Super Lawyer: SuperLawyers; 2023; 2014, 2016-2023; Top Rated Immigration Attorney in New York, NY

10.0 Superb Rating: Avvo; 2023

Best Lawyers - Tier 1 Immigration Law Firm NYC: Best Lawyers; 2023; 2020-2023

Peer Review Rated 5.0/5.0: Martindale-Hubbell; 2023

Client's Choice: Avvo; 2021; 2014, 2015, 2018

Immigration Law Firm of the Year: ACQ Global Awards; 2014

Rising Star: Super Lawyers; 2011

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Professional Associations

American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA): Member; Current; Activities: AILA NY District Office Liaison and Corporate Practice Committees

NYC Bar Association: Member; Current; Activities: Immigration Committee

New York State Bar # 3970696: Member; 2001 - Current

Publications

Articles & Publications

Employment-Based Green Cards in Three Steps, Applying for an Employment-Based Green Card: What You Need to Know: 2008

Understanding Modern Immigration Policies, Laws and Attorney Practices, Inside the Minds: Working with Government Agencies in Immigration Law: Aspatore Books, Thompson Reuters; 2008

Speaking Engagements

How To Launch Your Own Immigration Practice, AILA Annual Conference: 2010

Family-Based Immigration for New Practitioners, Immigration: 2010

Bridge the Gap - Immigration Basics, Immigration Basics: 2010

Local Government Roundtable, AILA Winter Conference: 2011

Guest Host, Call-in Immigration Program, Aktina FM 91.5: 2012

Websites & Blogs

Website: David G. Katona's Website Profile

Website: Katona & Associates PLLC Website

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