M. Riaz Musani is the founding attorney of Mandi Law Group in New York. With over 12 years of experience practicing exclusively U.S. immigration law, Attorney Musani has helped hundreds of individuals, families, and employers navigate the complex immigration process — from H-1B visa petitions and green card applications to asylum claims and deportation defense.
M. Riaz Musani, Esq. is the founder and lead immigration attorney at Mandi Law Group in New York. Admitted to the New York State Bar in 2012, Attorney Musani has dedicated his entire legal career to the practice of U.S. immigration law, helping hundreds of clients across the United States with visa petitions, green card applications, asylum claims, deportation defense, naturalization, and a wide range of immigration matters before USCIS and the immigration courts.
Attorney Musani earned his Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from Mumbai University in India before pursuing his Master of Laws (LL.M.) at the University of Connecticut School of Law. His international legal background — with professional experience spanning India, Kenya, and the United States — gives him a unique perspective on the challenges immigrants face and the cultural sensitivity required to serve diverse communities across New York.
Before founding his own firm, Attorney Musani gained valuable legal experience as a paralegal and advocate trainee at a Fortune 500 company in Mumbai and as a legal assistant with law firms in Mombasa, Kenya. He then served as Of Counsel at the Law Office of Bausch & Abdurahman, where he developed hands-on expertise in immigration court proceedings and direct client representation.
In 2013, Attorney Musani founded his immigration law practice with a singular mission: to provide accessible, high-quality immigration legal representation in New York grounded in integrity, professionalism, and genuine dedication to every client's case. Today, as the founder of Mandi Law Group, he leads a multilingual legal team that speaks 5 languages and serves clients throughout New York — from Albany and the Capital District to New York City and Long Island.
Attorney Musani focuses exclusively on U.S. immigration law and has handled hundreds of cases involving family-based immigration, employer-sponsored visas (H-1B, L-1, O-1), employment-based green cards (EB-1, EB-2 NIW, EB-3), asylum and refugee protection, deportation defense in immigration court, naturalization applications, student visas, corporate immigration compliance, immigration waivers, and U-visa petitions for crime victims. His thorough petition preparation, clear communication, and personalized legal strategies have earned him 128+ five-star Google reviews from satisfied clients across New York.
“I had a great experience with Attorney Musani! The team was professional, kind, and really knew their stuff. They guided me through a complicated H-1B visa process and made it so much easier to follow through. Highly recommend!”
— Owais Iqbal, H-1B Visa ClientSchedule a Consultation with Attorney Musani
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M. Riaz Musani, Esq. focuses exclusively on U.S. immigration law. His New York immigration practice covers the full spectrum of immigration matters — from employment-based visa petitions to humanitarian relief and citizenship applications.
Marriage-based green cards, fiancé visas, family reunification petitions, adjustment of status, and consular processing for families across New York.
H-1B visas, L-1 intracompany transfers, O-1 extraordinary ability visas, EB-1, EB-2 NIW, EB-3, and PERM labor certification for employers and professionals in New York.
Asylum applications, withholding of removal, Convention Against Torture (CAT) protection, and refugee processing for individuals seeking safety in the United States.
N-400 naturalization applications, citizenship interview preparation, citizenship test guidance, and document review for immigrants pursuing U.S. citizenship in New York.
Deportation defense, removal proceedings, cancellation of removal, motions to reopen, BIA appeals, and federal court immigration appeals across New York.
F-1 student visas, J-1 exchange visitor visas, OPT/CPT employment authorization, STEM OPT extensions, and change of status applications for international students in New York.
Corporate immigration compliance, I-9 audits, global mobility planning, immigration policy development, and employer-sponsored visa programs for New York businesses.
I-601 hardship waivers, I-601A provisional waivers, I-212 permission to reapply, fraud waivers, VAWA, U-visa applications, and immigration appeals for clients in New York.
From his early legal training in Mumbai and Mombasa to founding a trusted immigration law firm in New York, Attorney Musani's career reflects a deep dedication to immigrant communities and the pursuit of justice.
Began his legal career as a paralegal and advocate trainee at a Fortune 500 company in Mumbai, India. Gained international legal experience working with Pandya & Talati Advocates and APA Insurance in Mombasa, Kenya.
Completed his Master of Laws (LL.M.) at the University of Connecticut School of Law, focusing on U.S. immigration law and building the legal foundation for his future practice.
Admitted to practice law in New York. Served as Of Counsel at the Law Office of Bausch & Abdurahman, gaining hands-on experience in immigration court proceedings and client representation.
Founded the Law Offices of M. Riaz Musani, LLC, focusing exclusively on U.S. immigration law. Built the practice on principles of integrity, accessibility, and personalized client service.
Expanded the practice with offices in New York, serving immigration clients across the state — from Albany and the Capital District to New York City and Long Island.
Leads Mandi Law Group as a trusted immigration law firm in New York with 128+ five-star Google reviews, a multilingual legal team speaking 5 languages, and a track record of personalized client advocacy.
“Attorney Musani handled my family's green card process with professionalism. He explained every step clearly, kept us informed, and made a stressful process feel manageable. Highly recommend his immigration practice in New York.”
— Verified Google Review
Trusted Immigration Attorney in New York
M. Riaz Musani, Esq. · Mandi Law Group · Serving All of New York
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Whether you need help with an H-1B visa, green card application, asylum claim, deportation defense, or naturalization, Attorney Musani and the Mandi Law Group team are ready to provide personalized legal guidance throughout your immigration journey in New York.