IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY PROFILE
Japheth Nthautha Matemu
Immigration Attorney in New York, New York
Matemu Law Office P.C.New York, NY
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Japheth Nthautha Matemu is a lawyer practicing asylum ; refugees, criminal alien issues, deportation and removal, immigration court and 11 other areas of law. Japheth has been licensed for 18 years. Japheth practices at Matemu Law Office P.C. in New York, NY and 1 other location.
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About the Attorney
Japheth Nthautha Matemu is a lawyer practicing asylum ; refugees, criminal alien issues, deportation and removal, immigration court and 11 other areas of law. Japheth has been licensed for 18 years. Japheth practices at Matemu Law Office P.C. in New York, NY and 1 other location.
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Practice Areas
Immigration Matters Handled
- Protection for people who fear persecution in their home country, including affirmative and defensive asylum.
- Petitions for spouses, children, parents and siblings of U.S. citizens and permanent residents, including adjustment of status and consular processing.
- Refugee processing and Temporary Protected Status for nationals of designated countries.
- Representation in immigration court removal proceedings and related relief such as cancellation of removal.
- Appeals to the Board of Immigration Appeals and motions to reopen or reconsider.
- Petitions for review, mandamus actions and other federal court litigation involving immigration agencies.
- Applications for U.S. citizenship (N-400), certificates of citizenship and related issues.
- Analysis of how criminal charges and convictions affect immigration status.
Education / Credentials / Memberships
Education
- LL.B. Hons, American University, Washington LL.M. Immigration Law & Policy American University, Washington LL.M. Master of Laws The University of Nairobi
Credentials
- Admitted to practice in New York (2008)
Memberships
- State of New York, Federal Circuit courts – 2nd and 4th), Federal District courts (Multiple), All immigration courts in every State, Board of Immigration Appeals (cases nationwide
Office & Service Areas
Matemu Law Office P.C.
275 Madison Avenue, 14th Floor, New York, NY 10016
Serving clients in New York and throughout New York.
Consultation & Fees Overview
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- Fees discussed during the consultation
- Engagement terms and scope of representation provided in writing
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Profile updated Nov 2, 2026. Source: imported listing.