IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY PROFILE
Jonathan Robert Nelson
Immigration Attorney in New York, New York
Nelson Madden Black LLPNew York, NY
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Jonathan Robert Nelson is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, breach of contract disputes, copyright enforcement and defense and 9 other areas of law. Jonathan received a M.A. degree from Fletcher School of Law & Diplomacy, Tufts University in 1981, and has been licensed for 43 years. Jonathan practices at Nelson Madden …
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About the Attorney
Jonathan Robert Nelson is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, breach of contract disputes, copyright enforcement and defense and 9 other areas of law. Jonathan received a M.A. degree from Fletcher School of Law & Diplomacy, Tufts University in 1981, and has been licensed for 43 years. Jonathan practices at Nelson Madden Black LLP in New York, NY.
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Practice Areas
Immigration Matters Handled
- Petitions for review, mandamus actions and other federal court litigation involving immigration agencies.
- Green cards through qualifying investment in a new commercial enterprise in the United States.
- Protection for people who fear persecution in their home country, including affirmative and defensive asylum.
- Representation in immigration court removal proceedings and related relief such as cancellation of removal.
- Applications for U.S. citizenship (N-400), certificates of citizenship and related issues.
- Employer immigration programs, Form I-9 compliance and worksite enforcement matters.
- R-1 visas and special immigrant religious worker petitions.
Education / Credentials / Memberships
Education
- J.D. International, Northwestern University School of Law
- M.A. International, Fletcher School of Law & Diplomacy, Tufts University
Credentials
- Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1985)
- Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1988)
- Admitted to practice in Illinois (1983)
- AV Preeminent
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Office & Service Areas
Nelson Madden Black LLP
111 Broadway, Suite 1805, New York, NY 10006-1904
Serving clients in New York and throughout New York.
Consultation & Fees Overview
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Profile updated Nov 2, 2026. Source: imported listing.