

Law Office of Matthew L. Guadagno
VerifiedImmigration attorney
265 Canal St #506, New York, NY 10013
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About Law Office of Matthew L. Guadagno
The Law Office of Matthew L. Guadagno provides legal representation in various areas of immigration law, with a focus on complex immigration matters, including deportation defense and federal litigation.
Practice Areas
The firm assists clients with a range of immigration issues, including:
- Deportation Defense
- Board of Immigration Appeals Cases
- Petitions for Review
- Consequences of a Plea Agreement
- Mandamus Actions
- Detention Cases
- Criminal Immigration
- Citizenship
- Adjustment of Status
- Asylum
- Joint Motions to Reopen
- Deferred Actions
Professional Background
Matthew L. Guadagno established his solo immigration law practice in 2011. Previously, he was a partner at Bretz & Coven, LLP, from 2006 to 2010, where he managed the firm's federal practice and oversaw appellate briefs. Mr. Guadagno also serves as an adjunct professor of law at Brooklyn Law School, teaching a course he developed on deportation, and previously taught at Fordham University School of Law.
Professional Recognition
Mr. Guadagno holds an AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell since 2012, its highest peer review rating. He has been consistently recognized by Super Lawyers (New York Metro Edition, 2008-2023) and Best Lawyers (2013-2023). A member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) since 2002, he served on AILA's National Amicus Committee, receiving the Jack Wasserman Memorial Award for Excellence in Litigation.
Admissions
Matthew L. Guadagno is admitted to practice in:
- New York State
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern, Western, and Southern Districts
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the First, Second, Third, Fourth, Sixth, and Ninth Circuits
- U.S. Supreme Court
Hours of Operation
- Monday
- 9 AM–6 PM
- Tuesday
- 9 AM–6 PM
- Wednesday
- 9 AM–6 PM
- Thursday
- 9 AM–6 PM
- Friday
- 9 AM–6 PM
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
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Client Reviews
8 reviews- Celine Tran
Mr Guadagno is very good heart person eventhough Im out of his service area but he very patience to help us with deportation questions with nothing in the return from us as far as being hi potential client since we are too far away . I very much appreciated you time amd kindness .
- Muhammad Junaid
I met Matthew Guadagno in 2016 for a consultation for a close family member who was classified as an aggravated felon. I met with Mr. Guadagno after consulting with several other criminal immigration attorney. I recall during our first meeting, Mr. Guadagno presented me with a legal strategy that no one else had. It was going to be the only relief that was possible for my family member. The proposed solution was incredibly creative and required a deep understanding of the not only criminal immigration law, but also the interplay with federal criminal law. He was straightforward and blunt—the chances of relief were bleak but there was an avenue available. My family members case was finally resolved very favorably this year, after six years. In the past six years, Mr. Guadagno has been a steadfast source of support and intellect, and has gone above and beyond to provide counsel that was pivotal and necessary in the result that was achieved. Having attended law school myself, I had the opportunity to glean some insight into how Mr. Guadagno operates. He is highly intelligent and incredibly committed. He is passionate about his work and his clients. I can say without reservation that my family member would be headed for deportation were it not for the advice of Mr. Guadagno. I cannot put into words what his contribution means to me and my family. Mr. Guadagno is the best criminal immigration attorney I have met, and I have met plenty. I am happy to call him a friend and mentor, and I would go out of my way to recommend him to address any immigration issue, no matter how complex.
- Deborah Pemberton
Matthew Guadagno is a great attorney who, after hearing our story did not hesitate to take our case. Ours was a long-drawn out one, and Matthew took great care to research and defended it vehemently. He has proven track record in winning immigration cases, and mine became another in his proverbial notch. He brings years of experience, is professional, respectful, timely, organized, gives profound attention to detail, and above all has what we believe are the most reasonable prices out there, hands down (no bait n switch here... so sir! Totally transparent). Matthew does excellent work and will stop at nothing in fighting your case. In addition my husband did not just get an attorney, we made a friend. Over all Matthew is a really great guy! We highly recommend him!!
- Lisaura Garcia
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Matthew L. Guadagno is heaven sent. From beginning to end, he answered all of our questions, was very informative and represented my father throughout his case. After 20 years of fighting an immigration case, Matthew L. Guadagno was able to help my Dad obtain his American Passport. We're all very very thankful for his services.
- Sonia Loor - Alava
I can't express my gratitude enough for the exceptional legal support I received from Mathew. He successfully resolved my deportation case and made it possible for me to obtain my green card. His knowledge, diligence, and commitment to his clients are truly remarkable. Beyond being a great attorney, he is an extraordinary human being who genuinely cares about the well-being of his clients. I wholeheartedly recommend his services to anyone facing immigration challenges. He have made a profound impact on my life, and I am forever thankful for his outstanding guidance and expertise. Luis Alava
- zarefa gheyasi
Matthew is a brilliant lawyer, Although he is very busy, he always works patiently and tries hard, he spends time with his clients and executes paperwork very accurately. Since my family and I had lived in a country other than our home country and wanted to apply for asylum in the United States, most lawyers in New York City were hesitant to take on our asylum case, but in our first meeting with Matthew, we knew him that He is a very intelligent and knowledgeable lawyer, Matthew represented us very well in all our asylum courts. Thank you Matthew we truly appreciate your time and efforts.
- Germaine Walcott
Matthew Guadagno is one of the best immigration attorneys that I've had the privilege of being represented by. He is totally honest, sometimes brutally so; and very effective in getting his clients the relief they're seeking. Mr. Guadagno will not waste your time and money, he will not take you on as a client if for whatever legal reasons you are unable to get cancellation of removal/ relief from deportation proceedings. I and my family are forever grateful to Matthew for his tireless dedication and years of hard work; helping me and other immigrant families overcome immigration consequences.
- Greg Geffner
Matthew Guadagno's Incisive and meticulous modus operandi made it a pleasure to watch him pull clarity out of the chaos of our immigration dilemma. He understood the intricacies of our situation in all it's details and quickly came up with a plan which resulted in exactly and exceeded how he had anticipated the case would turn out. He was completely prepared and ready for every challenge that came our way that resulted in the granting of our green card. We were extremely fortunate in finding Matthew and HIGHLY recommend him...wish there were more than five stars to rate him!

