About
The Paglinawan Firm, P.C., established in 2005, serves Forest Hills, NY, and the surrounding areas. The firm's managing attorney, James S. Paglinawan, R.N., Esq., has a decade of experience handling high-profile cases and consistently delivering results. He has won tough immigration cases, litigated numerous civil matters, and assisted in estate resolutions. Mr. Paglinawan is also known for his passion for his clients' cause, his fluency in Tagalog, and his prior experience as a critical care nurse.
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Reason for immigration services
Permanent resident / green card petition, Naturalization / Citizenship, Employee-based petition (e.g., work visa), Asylum application, Filing green card petition for family, Replacement, extension or change of current visa, green card or work permit, Detention and deportation
Location and hours
The Paglinawan Firm, P.C.
118-21 Queens Blvd., Suite 501
Forest Hills, NY 11375
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Work Experience
Partner
Munawar & Andrews-Santillo, LLP
2014 - 2017
Lead Trial Attorney
Novo Law Firm, PC
2012 - 2014
Lead Trial Attorney
Napoli Bern Ripka
2008 - 2012
ICU Staff Nurse
Long Island College Hospital
1997 - 2001
Associate
The Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Firm
2004 - 2008
Owner
The Paglinawan Firm, P.C.
2014 - Present
Emergency Department Staff Nurse
Lincoln Hospital and Medical Center
1994 - 1997
Education
City University of New York School of Law
Law
2004
City University of New York School of Law
2004
Associations & Affiliations
New York State Bar Association
Member
American Association of Nurse Attorneys
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Speaking Engagements
CUNY School of Law
Interviewing Skills
2013