Atty. Edward Shulman

Atty. Edward Shulman

Edward Shulman is the founder and principal of The Shulman Law Group, LLC in Elmwood Park, New Jersey. Mr.

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Edward Shulman is a immigration attorney based in Elmwood Park, New Jersey, practicing at The Shulman Law Group LLC. Admitted to practice in New Jersey, New Jersey State Bar Association, Hawaii, Hawaii State Bar Association, and District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar. Educated at Touro College (J.D., 1991) and Syracuse University (BA, 1987). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — American Jurisprudence Award (2026). Serands clients in Elmwood Park, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Edward Shulman is the founder and principal of The Shulman Law Group, LLC in Elmwood Park, New Jersey
  • Mr. Shulman’s practice is limited to all aspects of U.S
  • Immigration and Nationality Law
  • Mr. Shulman is the former Chairman for the New Jersey Chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and the New Jersey Bar Immigration Law Section
  • He has been named as Best Lawyers in America® and Super Lawyers® for Immigration Law
  • He is rated a Band One Attorney by Chambers USA, one of only three New Jersey Immigration Attorneys to receive that distinction
  • He was showcased in Newsweek Magazine and Time Magazine as a Leading Immigration Attorney in the United States
  • Mr. Shulman has been a frequent lecturer on Immigration Law to AILA, the New Jersey Bar, the Federal Bar Association and numerous educational institutions including Princeton University
  • He has been cited for his legal opinion in various television, radio and written publications including the New York Times
  • He has been a legal consultant for the NBC Television Drama, Law & Order, the Lifetime Television Show, Drop Dead Diva and E!
  • News
  • Prior to becoming an Immigration Attorney, Mr. Shulman clerked for Judges in Newark, New Jersey and London, England
  • He was also a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney in Maui, Hawaii
  • Edward Shulman earned his undergraduate degree from Syracuse University and his J.D. degree from Touro College, Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
  • He is a member of the Bars of New Jersey, Hawaii and the District of Columbia, and is admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court, the United States Court of Federal Claims, the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and the United States Court of Appeals for the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Circuits

Practice Areas Explained

Edward Shulman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edward Shulman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Immigration Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Elmwood Park are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Edward Shulman

Where is Edward Shulman's law office located?
Edward Shulman's law practice is located in Elmwood Park, New Jersey. The firm is The Shulman Law Group LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward Shulman handle?
Edward Shulman focuses on immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
Where did Edward Shulman go to law school?
Edward Shulman earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (BA, 1987).
How can I contact Edward Shulman for a consultation?
You can contact Edward Shulman directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Edward Shulman received?
Edward Shulman's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — American Jurisprudence Award; Lawyer of the Year — Immigration Law (Hackensack).

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Touro College
- 1991
BA
Syracuse University
- 1987

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — American Jurisprudence Award
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Immigration Law (Hackensack)
- 2023

Bar Admissions

New Jersey, New Jersey State Bar Association
Hawaii, Hawaii State Bar Association
District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar

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