Dorothea Lockhart

Dorothea Lockhart is an experienced immigration attorney based in New York, New York, with over 27 years of dedicated legal practice. As the principal of The Law Office of Dorothea Lockhart, she focuses exclusively on immigration matters, representing individuals and families seeking to navigate the complex pathways of U.S. immigration law. Ms. Lockhart earned her Juris Doctor from New York Law School. Over the course of her distinguished career, she has demonstrated an enduring commitment to civil advocacy, having been named a Ralph J. Bunche Human Rights Fellow. Her decades of focused experience provide her with deep procedural insight into administrative processes, visa applications, and immigration relief. Known for providing thorough and attentive legal counsel, Ms. Lockhart takes a client-first approach to representation. She works diligently to evaluate the unique circumstances of each case, helping clients understand their legal options and pursuing effective solutions with dedication and professional integrity.

Throughout their legal career, Dorothea has concentrated their practice on complex immigration filings, including green card legal assistance and student visa legal assistance. Having graduated from New York Law School, they bring rigorous statutory analysis, thorough evidentiary documentation, and meticulous case preparation to every client petition before the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and regional Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) immigration courts.

Recognizing that immigration matters are deeply personal and critical to their clients' future, Dorothea maintains transparent communication and accessible counsel throughout every stage of the legal process. Their office conducts thorough initial case evaluations, helps clients understand potential risks and timelines, and provides clear, personalized guidance from initial petition submission through interview representation and appellate review.