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Alfredo Murga
Partner
Alfredo Murga is an experienced New York immigration attorney and a dedicated advocate for those seeking immigration law support. He is committed to providing LGBT-friendly legal services to ensure that all clients feel welcome and supported.
Robert J. Hunter
Partner
As an immigration law advocate, Robert Hunter provides LGBT-friendly legal services in New York. If you need assistance, reach out to this experienced New York immigration attorney.
Alfredo Murga
I began my journey as a New York immigration attorney in 2004, a time when HIV+ individuals faced a ban from entering the US, same-sex couples lived in exile due to the lack of marriage equality, and the gender markers on passports and IDs did not accurately represent our transgender clients. My practice included providing LGBT-friendly legal services to corporate clients seeking to bring talent from around the world, particularly in facilitating visa applications for their same-sex domestic partners. Additionally, I dedicated time to pro-bono cases addressing the troubling issue of "notarios" preying on my community.
Today, the HIV ban has been lifted, the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) has been overturned, and the process of obtaining correct gender markers on IDs has become less cumbersome. However, with ongoing efforts to roll back these hard-won achievements, our team of immigration law advocates stands ready to defend our clients' rights. We invite you to join us in this important journey.
New York Law School (J.D. 2004) * Commendation for excellence in the field of Human Rights
Fordham University (B.A. 2000)
Admission: State of New York
American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), member since 2006
AILA-NY, Co-Chair of LGBTQ/Diversity Committee (2021-2022)
AILA-NY, Past Chair of LGBTQ Committee (2017-2019)
AILA-NY, Past Co-Chair of Asylum Liaison Committee (2017-2019), Member
AILA-NY, USCIS District Director Liaison Committee (2016-Present), Member
AILA-NY, Past Co-Chair of Citizenship Day Committee (2015-2018)
Speaking Engagements
AILA-NY Chapter Meeting Panelist - LGBTQ Issues in Immigration (2017)
Gay Center (NY) Guest Speaker - Basics in Asylum Law (2010)
Volunteer
LGBT Bar NY Foundation - Pro Bono Attorney (ongoing)
Hispanic Federation Citizenship Drive - Pro Bono Attorney Screener (2017-2019)
CUNY Citizenship Now! Campaign - Pro Bono Attorney Screener (2012-2017)
City Bar Justice Center (NYC) - Pro Bono Attorney (2009)
Languages Spoken/Interests/Hobbies
Spanish
Travel
Long Gun Antique Aficionado & Target Shooting
Robert J. Hunter
I began my journey as a New York immigration attorney in 2011 and quickly discovered the immense satisfaction that comes from reuniting our family-clients. Witnessing their joy, meeting our initial projections, alleviating their stress and anxiety, and ultimately forging new relationships from around the world is profoundly rewarding. As an advocate for immigration law, I take pride in offering LGBT-friendly legal services and would be honored to meet you.
New York Law School (J.D. 2010)
Iowa State University (B.A. 2007)
Admission: State of New York
American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
Volunteer
Hispanic Federation Citizenship Drive - Pro-Bono Attorney Screener (2017-2019)
CUNY Citizenship Now! Campaign - Pro-Bono Attorney Screener (2014-2017)
Languages Spoken/Interests/Hobbies
Spanish
Travel
Spanish Literature
Amateur Sommelier