Merrill R. Cohen & Associates, PC

Merrill is a fantastic lawyer offering a personal, top-quality service from start to finish. Would thoroughly recommend.

I wholeheartedly recommend Merrill Cohen and her team. They are not only exceptionally communicative, responsive, and engaged, but also bring genuine empathy and care to the process, making you feel like a true partner every step of the way. Merrill and her team explain complex matters clearly and provide practical, reassuring guidance that transforms what could be a stressful experience into one that feels manageable and well-supported.

When I met Merrill R. Cohen, I was on an F1 student visa, seeking an O1 visa to work in film. A green card seemed like an impossible dream for me but Merrill made it a reality. I hadn’t even considered that it might be possible until I met with her. From our first phone call, Merrill truly understood my goals and my background, and she and her team provided a clear path forward.

Merrill reviewed my education and work history and, to my great surprise, advised I could qualify for more than just a visa. She believed I could qualify for a green card in the National Interest (EB2 NIW)! The process was complex, but Merrill was there every step of the way, addressing my worries, exploring alternative strategies, and turned my dream into reality. Throughout the process, Merrill encouraged me to gather strong evidence, and she and her team kept me updated, and made me feel supported and cared for.

The case was approved just 3 months after filing, shockingly fast and by April 2025, I had my green card in hand. Especially during these challenging times, I cannot overstate how happy I am to have U.S. permanent residence, and be on my way to U.S. citizenship.

Merrill is responsive, realistic, and enthusiastic, and most importantly, she has clear expertise in the field. I’m truly grateful for her and her team’s diligence, passion, and kindness, and for changing my dream of U.S. permanent residence into reality.

I highly recommend Merrill R. Cohen and Associates to anyone seeking guidance and support with their immigration case. They made a challenging process not just doable, but a rewarding and life-changing experience.

I've dealt with corporate immigration through my employer and worked with one of the big, corporate firms. The experience was stressful—frequent mistakes and slow responses.

Working with Merrill Cohen was a complete shift in experience. She’s incredibly professional, reliable, and sharp. She helped me through the process of obtaining permanent residency and went above and beyond when USCIS delays threatened an important family trip. She acted fast, involved local representatives, and made things move.

Merrill is knowledgeable, proactive, and genuinely cares. A pleasure to work with—and someone I would strongly recommend to anyone navigating the U.S. immigration system.

I was introduced to Merrill Cohen at a time when I was starting to lose hope. She came highly recommended—described as a “shark”—but I quickly renamed her a magician and superstar. What stood out was her intelligence, calm confidence, and integrity. She’s not the kind of lawyer who uses fear to push decisions or overpromises results. Instead, she gives you confidence where it’s deserved and a clear, honest path forward.

My case felt impossible: getting a green card without the usual shortcuts others kept suggesting. Marriage wasn’t the right route for me, and Merrill simply listened to me. She took time to understand my career and background, and found a solution through a national interest waiver for individuals with exceptional ability. I couldn’t believe how quickly she zeroed in on a path I didn’t even know existed.

Since then, we’ve relied on Merrill for all of our family’s immigration matters, including naturalization, and recommended her to friends—always with successful results. She’s kind, grounded, and deeply respected in her field. She’s also not afraid to call out USCIS mistakes and take a case to court if needed.

Her office is friendly and professional, and my one piece of advice is: be honest, share everything upfront, and trust her process. She won’t take on a case unless there’s a real chance of success. She’s busy—because she’s good—so don’t be discouraged if you need to follow up. She’s absolutely worth it.