Yusuf Ahmad

Yusuf Ahmad is a highly accomplished immigration attorney at Haynes Novick Kohn Immigration, bringing over 15 years of focused legal practice. Since 2007, he has successfully represented clients in family-based immigration, business visas, removal defense, and naturalization, consistently delivering favorable results in complex and high-stakes cases.

Yusuf earned his Juris Doctor from The George Washington University Law School in 2007, receiving the Michael D. Cooley Memorial Award and Pro Bono Honors. He graduated cum laude from the University of Florida in 2001 with a B.S. in Business Administration. His academic foundation and dedication to service inform his strategic and compassionate legal approach.

Throughout his career, Yusuf has secured H-1B visas, guided clients through the PERM labor certification process, and successfully handled Department of Labor audits. He also brings extensive experience in consular processing and has effectively represented clients dealing with complex immigration issues involving fraud allegations, criminal records, and prior removal or deportation orders.

Yusuf has a strong track record of filing motions to reopen and securing waivers before USCIS and immigration courts. He advocates for clients navigating the toughest legal obstacles with care, precision, and deep legal insight. His ability to resolve highly complex cases reflects his mastery of immigration law and commitment to justice.

Before joining Haynes Novick Kohn, Yusuf served as the managing partner of Ahmad Immigration Law. He spent over a decade with a boutique immigration firm in the Washington, D.C., metro area. Admitted to practice in Virginia, Maryland, and federal district courts, Yusuf continues to offer exceptional legal counsel across jurisdictions.

Yusuf Ahmad is a proud member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and is fluent in Urdu. His career has been defined by a commitment to helping immigrants navigate their legal journeys with dignity and confidence.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Haynes Novick Kohn Immigration
• Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association

Licensed State

• Virginia
• Maryland

Education

• George Washington University Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Florida
  BS in Business Administration with Cum Laude

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