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Edward Shulman, Immigration Attorney in Elmwood Park, New Jersey

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Edward Shulman is an attorney based in Elmwood Park, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on Immigration. Currently practicing at The Shulman Law Group LLC.

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Elmwood Park, NEW JERSEY
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attorney
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Immigration
  • Handles Immigration matters from Elmwood Park, NEW JERSEY.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Immigration Law (Hackensack) (2023).

About Edward Shulman: Edward Shulman is an attorney based in Elmwood Park, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on Immigration. Currently practicing at The Shulman Law Group LLC.

Areas of practice

Edward's practice areas in Elmwood Park

Edward concentrates on immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Edward handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Immigration cases in Elmwood Park, New Jersey

Edward takes immigration matters in Elmwood Park, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Edward agrees to represent you.

Biography

Edward Shulman, immigration attorney serving Elmwood Park

Edward Shulman is an attorney based in Elmwood Park, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on Immigration. Currently practicing at The Shulman Law Group LLC. Edward works from Elmwood Park, New Jersey and takes on immigration matters across the region.

Edward Shulman is the founder and principal of The Shulman Law Group, LLC in Elmwood Park, New Jersey. Mr. Shulman’s practice is limited to all aspects of U.S. Immigration and Nationality Law.

Mr. Shulman is the former Chairman for the New Jersey Chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and the New Jersey Bar Immigration Law Section. He has been named as Best Lawyers in America® and Super Lawyers® for Immigration Law. He is rated a Band One Attorney by Chambers USA, one of only three New Jersey Immigration Attorneys to receive that distinction. He was showcased in Newsweek Magazine and Time Magazine as a Leading Immigration Attorney in the United States. Mr. Shulman has been a frequent lecturer on Immigration Law to AILA, the New Jersey Bar, the Federal Bar Association and numerous educational institutions including Princeton University. He has been cited for his legal opinion in various television, radio and written publications including the New York Times. He has been a legal consultant for the NBC Television Drama, Law & Order, the Lifetime Television Show, Drop Dead Diva and E! News. Prior to becoming an Immigration Attorney, Mr. Shulman clerked for Judges in Newark, New Jersey and London, England. He was also a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney in Maui, Hawaii.

Edward Shulman earned his undergraduate degree from Syracuse University and his J.D. degree from Touro College, Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center. He is a member of the Bars of New Jersey, Hawaii and the District of Columbia, and is admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court, the United States Court of Federal Claims, the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and the United States Court of Appeals for the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Circuits.

Edward's approach to immigration cases

Edward Shulman is the founder and principal of The Shulman Law Group, LLC in Elmwood Park, New Jersey. Mr. Shulman’s practice is limited to all aspects of U.S. Immigration and Nationality Law. Mr. Shulman is the former Chairman for the New Jersey Chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and the New Jersey Bar Immigration Law Section. He has been named as Best Lawyers in…

The kind of cases Edward takes

Edward reviews new inquiries case-by-case for immigration matters in Elmwood Park and the surrounding New Jersey area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Edward studied and practices

  • Touro College

    J.D. · 1991

  • Syracuse University

    BA · 1987

Jurisdictions

Edward's state bar admissions

  • District of Columbia

    ACTIVE

  • Hawaii, Hawaii State

    ACTIVE

  • New Jersey, New Jers

    ACTIVE

Edward studied at J.D. in Touro College and BA in Syracuse University.

Law school and academic background

Edward completed J.D. in Touro College and BA in Syracuse University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Edward runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Edward's legal honors and published work

Edward has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Immigration Law (Hackensack)

    2023

  • Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — American Jurisprudence Award

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Immigration Law (Hackensack) (2023). Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — American Jurisprudence Award (2026).

Locations

Edward Shulman's office in Elmwood Park

Edward's primary office is at 619 River Drive, Second Floor, Suite 220, Elmwood Park, New Jersey, 07407. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

The Shulman Law Group LLC

619 River Drive, Second Floor, Suite 220

Elmwood Park, New Jersey 07407

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Hiring guide

How to hire Edward Shulman — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new immigration attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Edward usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Edward charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Edward'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; Edward will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a immigration attorney in Elmwood Park, New Jersey

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 Edward

Edward 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. Edward confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Edward'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 Edward Shulman

  • How much does it cost to hire Edward for a immigration case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Edward walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Edward offer a free consultation?

    Edward charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Edward's office. Some immigration attorneys offer free consults — check Edward's current terms during booking.

  • How long do immigration cases in New Jersey 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. Edward gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Edward take my case if I'm outside Elmwood Park?

    Edward is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Edward 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 Edward?

    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. Edward will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Edward accepting new immigration clients right now?

    Edward'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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