Kristi Schaeffer Dalling is the founder and lead attorney of Dalling Immigration Law PLLC, a New York-based firm devoted exclusively to U.S. immigration law. With over a decade of experience, Kristi is known for her unwavering commitment to helping individuals and families navigate complex immigration challenges with clarity, compassion, and confidence.
Before establishing her firm, Kristi served as an attorney at a leading non-profit immigration legal services organization in New York City for nearly ten years. There, she represented hundreds of clients in removal proceedings and assisted with asylum claims, family-based petitions, and humanitarian relief applications. Her experience includes working with survivors of domestic violence, trafficking, and other trauma-related cases—always with a trauma-informed, empathetic approach.
Fluent in Spanish and deeply invested in her clients’ success, Kristi brings both legal acumen and personalized attention to every case. Her practice focuses on creating practical strategies, ensuring open communication, and providing reliable guidance through each step of the immigration process.
Kristi Dalling Practice Areas
- Asylum and Humanitarian Relief
- Family-Based Immigration
- Removal and Deportation Defense
- Green Card and Citizenship Applications
- Relief for Victims of Violence (U Visa, T Visa, VAWA)
Why Clients Choose Kristi
- Over 10 years of exclusive focus on immigration law
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Extensive experience in removal defense and humanitarian relief
- Client-centered, trauma-informed legal support
- Clear, responsive, and honest communication
Kristi Dalling Education and Professional Affiliations
- J.D., Columbia Law School
- B.A., Harvard College
- Admitted to the New York State Bar (2008)
- Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association (since 2010)
- Member, New York City Bar Association
Move Forward with Confidence
Kristi Schaeffer Dalling is ready to help you understand your rights and explore your immigration options. Whether you’re seeking legal status, facing removal proceedings, or petitioning for a loved one, she provides the skilled and compassionate representation you deserve. Contact her office today to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward your immigration goals.