Google reviewers rate Nelson Smith LLP 4.8 out of 5 based on 87 reviews, with the owner responding to only 7 percent of them. Clients frequently cite the firm's expertise in adjustment of status, naturalization, and visa processes, praising the team for clear communication, prompt responses, and professional guidance that makes complex cases manageable. One recurring criticism involves a client alleging that the firm failed to take action on their case, allowed payment deadlines to expire, and retained the full retainer fee without providing services.
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We cannot recommend John Dooney enough! Navigating the Adjustment of Status process can be incredibly stressful, but John made everything clear, manageable, and straightforward from day one. He was always responsive to our questions and kept us informed every step of the way. If you are looking for an immigration attorney who is knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely cares about his clients, John is the absolute best.
Recomendable 100%. Excelente atención, siempre bien comunicados e informados de nuestro caso. Sentimos el apoyo y vimos la experiencia de la abogada aplicada a nuestro caso que se resolvió felizmente. Muy agradecidos por sus servicios.
Thanks to Nicole Nelson for helping me reach this blessed opportunity in becoming a US Citizen!!! Today I took my Oath and I’m incredibly appreciative of her helping me through this process. I absolutely recommend her and her team to anyone needing an Emigration Lawyer! They’re all very friendly and always respond to voicemails or emails in a timely manner. Nicole explains the entire process and answers any uncertainties along the way!!! You will be in incredible hands with Nicole and her team!!!!
John Dooney has helped my family in an incredible way. He has helped my parents and my siblings adjust their status nearly a decade ago, and now he’s helped my wife adjust her status as well. He and Johanna have helped my wife and I navigate the military parole in place process and then the green card process. My family and I are incredibly grateful for all the work the Nelson|Smith team does, and I would fully recommend the attorneys here for anybody looking for immigration help.
Exceptional service from start to finish. John Dooney and the administrative staff were knowledgeable, responsive, and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. Highly recommend. I appreciate your professionalism!
I had an excellent experience working with John Dooney as my attorney throughout the whole immigration process. From the very beginning, he was professional and responsive. He took the time to clearly explain every step of the process, which made a stressful situation feel much more manageable. Beyond his expertise, John is someone who truly cares about his clients. He was approachable, patient with questions, and always made me feel like a priority. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of a knowledgeable and trustworthy attorney.
Working with Nicole has been one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. She didn’t just help me with paperwork—she guided me through the entire immigration process from start to finish, all the way to getting my naturalization certificate. At every step, she made things feel clear, manageable, and a lot less stressful than I expected. What really stands out about Nicole is how much she genuinely cares. I always felt like she had my back, stayed on top of everything, and made sure nothing slipped through the cracks. There was never a moment where I felt lost or unsure—she was always there to guide me. She’s also helped my whole family—my dad, my mom, and me—and every single case has been successful. That says a lot. Honestly, I’ve never felt more supported or looked out for during such an important process. If you’re looking for someone who knows what they’re doing and truly cares about you, Nicole is the person you want on your side. I’m really grateful for everything she’s done for me and my family.
I had a very positive experience with Nelson Smith. They helped my daughter through the entire consular processing/immigrant visa, and we are very grateful for their support. From the beginning, they were professional, knowledgeable, and patient in answering all of our questions. The immigration process can be stressful and confusing, but they guided us step by step and made sure everything was completed correctly and on time. Thanks to them, my daughter’s case was handled smoothly, and she obtained her green card. I highly recommend this office to anyone who needs help with immigration matters.
I am glad I decided to work with Nelson Smith LLP for my green card application. Nicole was professional, kind, her guidance impeccable and the whole process went very smoothly. Based on my experience, I couldn't recommend them enough!
Agradecida con Dios y Gracias abogada Nicole por su excelente trabajo y apoyo en mi proceso y a todo el equipo😊❤️igual,mil Gracias,los recomiendo Dios me los bendiga siempre! Gracias