Law Offices of Norka M. Schell, LLC

09/16/2026

Are you navigating a divorce or custody dispute that crosses international borders? 🌎⚖️

When family, real estate, or corporate assets span more than one country, standard domestic family law simply isn’t enough. Without the right legal strategy, a U.S. court order might not be recognized overseas—or a foreign divorce decree might leave your domestic assets vulnerable.

As an attorney dually licensed in New York and Brazil with over 30 years of high-stakes litigation experience, Attorney Norka M. Schell bridges the gap between competing legal systems to ensure your rights and wealth are bulletproof worldwide.

Whether you need to:

✅ Enforce or recognize a foreign divorce decree in New York
✅ Protect overseas property and business equity using Equitable Offsetting
✅ Authenticate court documents using proper Apostille & Consular Legalization
✅ Prevent international child abduction under the Hague Convention
✅ Secure reciprocal, binding Mirror Orders across international courts

We provide the "dual-lens" legal precision required to protect your financial legacy and keep your family safe.

Don't leave your global future to chance. Contact the Law Offices of Norka M. Schell, LLC today to schedule a confidential strategy consultation.

📍 Financial District Office: 11 Broadway, Suite 615, New York, NY 10004
📞 Call Us: (212) 258-0713
📧 Email: [email protected]
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Call 212-258-0713 - The Law Offices of Norka M. Schell, LLC is dedicated to providing our clients with legal services in Immigration and Family Law cases.

09/11/2026

09.11.2001 Always Remember! We will not bow down!

08/04/2026

📢 ATUALIZAÇÃO SOBRE VISTOS DOS EUA 🇺🇸

O Departamento de Estado dos EUA (DOS) publicou a regra final que torna permanente o Programa de Fiança de Visto (Visa Bond Program).

📌 Principais Pontos:
• O que mudou? O programa piloto temporário lançado em agosto de 2025 agora é uma regulamentação permanente.
• Quem é afetado? Certos solicitantes de visto B-1/B-2 (Negócios e Turismo) originários de países designados.
• Valor da Fiança: Os oficiais consulares podem exigir fianças reembolsáveis de US$ 10.000, US$ 15.000 ou até US$ 20.000, avaliadas caso a caso.
• Vigência: Entra em vigor imediatamente.

💬 Grupos de defesa (como a AILA) destacam que esses altos custos financeiros criam uma barreira significativa para famílias, empreendedores e profissionais.

Fique à vontade para compartilhar esta atualização com quem está planejando viajar para os EUA! ✈️

07/03/2026

Happy Birthday, America!

07/01/2026

Dissecting Trump v. Barbara: The Anatomy of a 5-4 Constitutional Split

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04/15/2026

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Family law matters can be highly contentious & have lasting impacts on your life & your children's lives. In NY, attorney Norka M. Schell offers compassionate & professional advocacy in areas including divorce, child custody, alimony, adoption & more.

04/15/2026

"Tax Day Alert! 🗓️
As your trusted immigration and matrimonial law attorneys, we're reminding you that TODAY, April 15, 2026, is the deadline to file your income tax returns.

Don't miss out on potential refunds or face penalties. If you're unsure about your tax obligations or need guidance, we're here to help! 💼

Contact us to discuss how tax filing may impact your immigration or family law matters. "

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04/01/2026

🚨 Urgent Update: The U.S. Supreme Court is set to decide on Trump's executive order to end birthright citizenship, sparking fears of statelessness among parents.

The Trump administration argues the 14th Amendment's "subject to the jurisdiction thereof" clause excludes children of undocumented or temporary visa-holding parents. If upheld, this could affect millions, including:

- *Children of undocumented immigrants*: Approximately 250,000 babies born annually
- *Children of temporary visa holders*: Students, workers, and tourists
- *Families with mixed immigration status*: Parents with lawful presence, but not permanent residents

Critics argue this would create a subclass of stateless individuals, contradicting the 14th Amendment's intent and the 1898 Wong Kim Ark ruling.

What can you do?

- Stay informed: Follow updates from reputable sources like Reuters and the ACLU
- Support organizations advocating for immigrant rights
- Share your story: Raise awareness about the impact of this decision

The Supreme Court's ruling, expected by June 2026, will have far-reaching consequences for immigration policy and citizenship rights.

Here's a draft link for listening to the Argus (assuming you mean oral arguments in the Trump v. Barbara case):

🔊 *Listen to Oral Arguments in Trump v. Barbara*

Supreme Court audio: http://www.supremecourt.gov/

Independent News & Analysis of the U.S Supreme Court