Poonam Gupta

Poonam Gupta

Immigration (Transactional/Litigation)

Scarsdale, New York

Personal Introduction

Poonam's background is exceptionally diverse both in education and experience. She has pursued her education at three esteemed universities across three continents. In her professional journey, she has taken on advisory roles across a wide spectrum of industries. She specializes in developing ingenious strategies tailored to intricate immigration scenarios, offering innovative solutions that prove invaluable to businesses and individuals.Her extensive advisory experience has been applied across a broad spectrum of industries, encompassing technology, pharmaceuticals, banking, financial services, insurance, publishing, and more. Her proficiency extends across various business phases, from startups to well-established programs and even divestitures. Drawing from her experience with a diverse range of industries and global mobility program sizes, Poonam possesses a unique ability to ensure compliance while aligning immigration strategies with business objectives. Her multifaceted insights into the specific immigration needs of various sectors consistently exceed client expectations. Throughout her career, Poonam has adeptly navigated clients through the complex immigration challenges of talent acquisition, retention strategies, immigration policy development, industry benchmarking, and the unique risks posed by M&A and reorganizations. She is also a dedicated educator, regularly leading impactful training sessions for clients and actively participating in various bar associations. Her commitment to professionalism, empathy, and client success shines through in every interaction, reflecting a deep passion for making a positive impact. Beyond her client-focused work, Poonam is an engaged member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), both at the local and national levels as well as the New York City Bar. This commitment ensures she remains at the forefront of immigration law, blending her extensive immigration expertise with her background in IP and litigation to offer comprehensive and unparalleled guidance to her clients. Poonam earned her Master of Laws (LL.M.) from New York University where she was a Fellow of the Engelberg Center for Innovation and Policy; Master of Laws (LL.M.) from the University of Cambridge, Trinity College where she was awarded scholarship under the Overseas Development Administration Shared Scholarship Scheme administered by the Cambridge Commonwealth Trust; and Bachelor of Laws (L.L.B.) from University of Delhi – Campus Law Center, Faculty of Law. As a mentor and advocate, Poonam takes pride in empowering individuals and businesses to navigate immigration landscapes with confidence. By fostering an environment of inclusivity and collaboration, she ensures that each client's journey is met with white-glove service and unwavering support. With a vision to reshape immigration experiences, Poonam stands as a beacon of excellence in guiding clients toward their immigration dreams. Connect with Poonam today and experience the transformation that a strategic, compassionate immigration counsel can bring to your journey.

Practice Composition

Transactional/Litigation

Education

New York University School of Law
New York University School of Law LL.M., Trade Regulation (2002)
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge LL.M., Law (1997)
Delhi University
Delhi University LL.B., Law (1996)

Practice Summary

With a distinguished career spanning over 25 years, Poonam Gupta brings a wealth of expertise primarily in immigration law, complemented by significant experience in Intellectual Property (IP) and Litigation. Her deep understanding of immigration intricacies makes her a go-to resource for businesses and individuals navigating the complex realm of U.S. immigration visas and compliance. Areas of expertise: E-Verify Form I-9 audit and compliance Non-immigrant and immigrant visas for employment based and family based (details below) Immigration policies Managing mobility programs Appeals Waivers Consular processing challenges TRIP processing Nonimmigrant Visas: B-1/2 and ESTA - Business and Temporary visitors E-1/2 - Treaty Trader or Investor E-3 - Australian professionals G-4 - International organization employees H-1B/ H-4 - Specialty Occupation H-1B1 - Chilean and Singaporean professionals J-1/2 - Exchange Visitor K-1 - Fiancee visa L-1/L-2 - Intra-company transferees including executives/managers/specialized knowledge O-1 - Extraordinary Ability R-1 - Religious Workers TN - Canadian and Mexican professionals Immigrant Visas: EB-1A/B/C - Extraordinary Ability/ Outstanding Researcher or Professor/ Multinational Manager EB-2/ EB-3 - Employment-Based with the PERM process EB-2 NIW - Employment-Based National Interest Waiver EB-4 - Religious Workers EB-5 - Investment IR - Immediate Relatives of US citizens F-1 - Unmarried sons and daughters of US citizens F-2A/B - Spouses and children of permanent residents F-3 - Married sons and daughters of US citizens F-4 - Brothers and sisters of US citizens

Response Time

2 days

Affiliations

American Immigration Lawyers Association

American Immigration Lawyers Association

New York City Bar Association

New York City Bar Association

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Peer Recommendations 1

Jayashree Mitra, Esq.
Jayashree Mitra, Esq.
Poonam has handled my immigration filings for years. Her work is exceptional, and I have...

Bar Admissions

New York