Cheryl Geiser, Esq., Immigration Attorney in New York
Over 25 years of legal practice
Senior Counsel
New, NY
Practicing immigration in New York since 2001.
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- Years practicing
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Cheryl Geiser, Esq. is a senior counsel based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Immigration. Cheryl has over 25 years of legal experience.
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- Handles Immigration matters from New York, NY.
- Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Cheryl Geiser, Esq.: Cheryl Geiser, Esq. is a senior counsel based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Immigration. Cheryl has over 25 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Cheryl's practice areas in New York
Cheryl concentrates on immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Cheryl handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Immigration cases in New York
Cheryl takes immigration matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cheryl agrees to represent you.
Biography
Cheryl Geiser, Esq., immigration attorney serving New York
Cheryl Geiser, Esq. is a senior counsel based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Immigration. Cheryl has over 25 years of legal experience. Cheryl works from New York and takes on immigration matters across the region.
Cheryl Geiser, based in our Atlanta office, has practiced exclusively in the field of immigration and nationality law since her admission to the bar in 2001. She advises individuals, domestic and international start-ups, multinational corporations and institutions of higher education on all aspects of immigration law and compliance. Ms. Geiser provides strategic direction to corporate clientele and their foreign national employees related to temporary and permanent international transfers of personnel including multinational executives and specialized knowledge employees, skilled and professional workers, professors and researchers, and entrepreneurs. Specifically, Ms. Geiser’s practice has included I-9 compliance audits; counseling with respect to mergers, acquisitions and corporate restructuring; corporate immigration policy; nonimmigrant petitions and visa applications; PERM labor certifications; immigrant petitions; waivers; naturalization; deportation defense and representation before various US Department of Homeland Security agencies as well as US Department of State consulates world-wide. Ms. Geiser frequently speaks on various immigration related topics at events sponsored by professional and community-based organizations. She also provides training sessions for corporate management, human resource leadership, and employees on immigration law and compliance. Ms. Geiser is an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association. She is a 2001 graduate of DePaul University College of Law and admitted to the State Bar of Maryland. Ms. Geiser is an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association.
Working with Cheryl on a immigration matter
Cheryl Geiser, based in our Atlanta office, has practiced exclusively in the field of immigration and nationality law since her admission to the bar in 2001. She advises individuals, domestic and international start-ups, multinational corporations and institutions of higher education on all aspects of immigration law and compliance. Ms. Geiser provides strategic direction to corporate clientele…
Who Cheryl represents
Cheryl reviews new inquiries case-by-case for immigration matters across New York.
Credentials
Credentials — where Cheryl studied and practices
DePaul University College of Law
J.D. · 2001
Jurisdictions
Cheryl's state bar admissions
Maryland
2013 · ACTIVE
Illinois
2001 · ACTIVE
Cheryl studied at J.D. in DePaul University College of Law.
Law school and academic background
Cheryl completed J.D. in DePaul University College of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Cheryl runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Cheryl Geiser, Esq.'s office in New York
Cheryl's primary office is at 1 Unknown, New York, NY, 10001. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Cheryl Geiser, Esq. — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new immigration attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Cheryl usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Cheryl charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cheryl's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Cheryl will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a immigration attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many immigration matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Cheryl
Cheryl discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in immigration practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every immigration matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Cheryl confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Cheryl's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many immigration practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Cheryl Geiser, Esq.
How much does it cost to hire Cheryl for a immigration case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Cheryl walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Cheryl offer a free consultation?
Cheryl charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cheryl's office. Some immigration attorneys offer free consults — check Cheryl's current terms during booking.
How long do immigration cases in New York typically take?
Simple immigration matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Cheryl gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Cheryl take my case if I'm outside New York?
Cheryl is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Cheryl will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Cheryl?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Cheryl will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Cheryl accepting new immigration clients right now?
Cheryl's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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