Attorney at Law Magazine is proud to introduce its Inaugural Immigration Law special issue highlighting immigration lawyers nationwide.
Lawyers! I’m excited to introduce our first National Immigration special issue. In this issue, we’ve interviewed some standout immigration attorneys and welcomed some lawyers with insights on the industry from across the country. Thank you to each of the lawyers for making this inaugural issue a must read.
Our cover story features Attorney of the Month, Vitalii Maliuk, came to the United States as an immigrant himself. After experience his own immigrant journey, his legal career evolved from a civil litigation practice in the Ukraine to an immigration practice here where he lends his own personal experience to the benefit of his clients.
Today, he is the founder of his own firm, Arvian Law which specializes in representing detained asylum seekers.
Delia Salvatierra describes herself resolute on the cusp of a new administration and a lot of uncertainty for her practice. Born and raised in the Mission District of San Francisco, she relocated to Arizona to attend law school, where immigration law became her calling. Salvatierra has not only fought tirelessly on behalf of her clients, she has also advocated at all levels of the government, including when Arizona passed SB 1070 in 2010.
Also in this issue, Thomas Messner of Robert Brown Immigration Law shares about self-deportation or voluntary departure in his article. Lastly, Latangie Williams, a Florida-based immigration lawyer writes about the myth of noncitizen voting.
We have several upcoming special issues this year. Next, will be our Personal Injury issue, which will highlight the standout attorneys in that practice nationwide and the trends to be aware of as we enter 2025. To participate, please contact me.
Enjoy reading,
Kenneth Minniti
Publisher
Throughout the course of the 2024 presidential election campaign, talk of mass deportations and a crackdown on illegal immigration has been the center of many debates. As an immigration attorney, I represent many foreign nationals who are facing deportation from the United States. Many of my clients are respondents in removal proceedings before the Immigration Courts, which are housed under
Vitalii Maliuk stands as one of the most respected immigration attorneys in both California and Missouri, with a growing reputation set to make him a nationwide leader in the field. As an immigrant himself, Maliuk has a unique, firsthand understanding of the complexities and emotional turmoil that come with navigating the U.S. immigration system. This personal experience, combined with his
As the federal election travels into our recent past, we should reflect upon the relentless allegations of noncitizens voting to influence election results. Although some jurisdictions allow noncitizens to vote in local elections, since 1924, it is illegal for noncitizens to vote in state or federal elections under 18 U.S.C. §611. Research has found that unlawful voting is extremely rare; however, it happens
As the dawn of a new administration casts uncertainty on immigration law, enforcement and policy, Delia Salvatierra stands resolute, her purpose unwavering to aid immigrants. A tireless advocate for immigrants, she sees every case as more than a legal challenge—it’s a human story filled with dreams, struggles and the hope of belonging to America. With new policies on the horizon,
Throughout the course of the 2024 presidential election campaign, talk of mass deportations and a crackdown on illegal immigration has been the center of many debates. As an immigration attorney, I represent many foreign nationals who are facing deportation from the United States. Many of my clients are respondents in removal proceedings before the Immigration Courts, which are housed under
Vitalii Maliuk stands as one of the most respected immigration attorneys in both California and Missouri, with a growing reputation set to make him a nationwide leader in the field. As an immigrant himself, Maliuk has a unique, firsthand understanding of the complexities and emotional turmoil that come with navigating the U.S. immigration system. This personal experience, combined with his
As the federal election travels into our recent past, we should reflect upon the relentless allegations of noncitizens voting to influence election results. Although some jurisdictions allow noncitizens to vote in local elections, since 1924, it is illegal for noncitizens to vote in state or federal elections under 18 U.S.C. §611. Research has found that unlawful voting is extremely rare; however, it happens
As the dawn of a new administration casts uncertainty on immigration law, enforcement and policy, Delia Salvatierra stands resolute, her purpose unwavering to aid immigrants. A tireless advocate for immigrants, she sees every case as more than a legal challenge—it’s a human story filled with dreams, struggles and the hope of belonging to America. With new policies on the horizon,
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