About
Joshua Daley Paulin is an immigration lawyer at the Law Office of Joshua Daley Paulin, with more than twenty years of experience helping clients solve serious immigration problems. He represents people in removal defense, asylum, cancellation of removal, family visas, employment-based immigrant visas, non-immigrant visas, and naturalization matters. He gives each client direct attention, explains the process clearly, and keeps families informed about hearings, rulings, court requests, and case updates. His work focuses on practical solutions, steady communication, and guidance through complex procedures.
Joshua earned his J.D. from Washington & Lee University School of Law in 1998. He also earned a B.A. from Virginia Military Institute. He was admitted to practice before the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court in 1998, the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts in 2004, and the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit in 2004. His legal education and court admissions support his immigration practice, especially in cases involving removal defense, federal procedure, appeals, and advocacy for clients facing difficult immigration matters in Massachusetts and beyond.
Joshua has built a career centered on serving immigrants and their families with respect, preparation, and close case management. He speaks with clients in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, which helps many people understand their options more clearly. He handles matters involving deportation defense, asylum, adjustment of status, consular processing, H visas, K visas, O visas, P visas, and citizenship. He also uses flat fees, helping clients understand costs before work begins and avoid confusion about legal bills.
Joshua Daley Paulin has been recognized for his commitment to immigration law and public service. He was named Outstanding Immigration Attorney by the Brazilian Immigrant Center and was twice honored by the American Immigration Lawyers Association as an AILA Pro Bono Champion. He also received recognition from the Irish Immigration Center for Outstanding Pro Bono Services. Through legal representation, writing, talks, and pro bono work, he has helped immigrants protect their rights, pursue lawful status, and move forward with confidence.
Law Office Affiliations
- Owner, Law Office of Joshua Daley Paulin
- Member, Massachusetts Bar Association
Licensed State
Education
- Washington & Lee University School of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - Virginia Military Institute
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Awards & Badges


- Asylum
- Citizenship & Naturalization
- Deportation
- Employment-Based Immigration
- Family-Based Immigration
- Green Cards
- Immigration Appeals
- Investor & Business Immigration
- Visa & Permits




