The Portela Law Firm, P.C. is a New York-based legal practice specializing in immigration and criminal defense law, offering aggressive representation to protect clients’ freedom and future. With a dedicated team of experienced attorneys, the firm stands out for its bilingual services in English and Spanish and its integrated approach to handling cases that involve both criminal and immigration consequences.
The firm leverages over 25 years of experience, with attorneys who are members of the New York State Bar Association and admitted to practice in U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Southern Districts. Their background includes former roles as an Assistant District Attorney, ensuring skilled advocacy in both federal and state courts. They focus on serving immigrants and residents facing serious criminal charges, particularly those where a conviction could lead to deportation or other life-altering penalties.
Services Offered
- Immigration Attorney
- Criminal Justice Attorney
- Attorney
- Asylum Petitions
- Criminal Deportation Defense
- Citizenship / Naturalization
- Effect of Conviction on Immigration Status
- Immigration Visas
- Legal Permanent Residency
- Non-Immigrant Visas
- U Visa Petitions
- Child Abuse Defense
- Domestic Violence Defense
- Drug Crimes Defense
- DWI Defense
- Federal Crimes Defense
- Felonies Defense
- Firearms Offenses Defense
- Fraud Related Offenses Defense
- Sex Crimes Defense
- Theft Crimes Defense
- Violent Crimes Defense
- Business Law
- Family Law
- Personal Injury
- Divorcios (Divorce)
- Derecho Mercantil (Business Law)
- Derechos Civiles (Civil Rights)
- Accidentes de Tráfico y Caídas (Traffic Accidents and Slip & Fall)
The firm primarily serves clients in New York, with offices in Manhattan and Queens, and has been featured in notable publications such as the National Law Review, New York Law Journal, and The New York Times. Their legal team is fluent in both English and Spanish, ensuring accessible and effective communication for a diverse clientele.
