EMMANUEL DEPAS
Of Counsel
With over a decade of experience, Mr. Depas, affectionately known as Manny, serves as a beacon for social change and a champion for social justice, driven by a commitment to community service. Manny's journey as a lawyer has been marked by a relentless pursuit of advocating for marginalized communities. . His focus on immigration law has been particularly impactful, as evidenced by his representation of numerous asylum seekers in Removal Proceedings. Manny's dedication and expertise in this field have garnered widespread recognition, earning him features in prominent media outlets such as CNN and the New York Times. Mr. Depas' practice focuses on Immigration, Divorce, and Entertainment Law. The Law Office of Emmanuel Depas maintains a close working relationship with the Antoine Law Firm, for the benefit of both of their respective clients.
BAR ADMISSIONS
ADMITTED TO STATE BAR IN NEW YORK
Admitted to the Bar of New York
Admitted to Eastern District of New York
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
ENGAGED IN THE COMMUNITY THROUGH VARIOUS AFFINITY ORGANIZATIONS
First President of the Haitian American Lawyers Association of New York
COMMUNITY AFFILIATIONS
COMMITTED TO SERVING THE UNDERPRIVILEGED
Vice Chair of Board of Trustees for Kwenda Collegiate Girls Charter School
LEGAL EDUCATION
Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY
Juris Doctor, May 2009
UNDERGRADUATE EDUCATION
Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, May 2004
FOREIGN LANGUAGE SKILLS
ALL ARE WELCOME
Professional Working Proficiency in spoken Haitian Creole.
DISCLAIMER
PRIOR RESULTS DO NOT GUARANTEE A SIMILAR OUTCOME
The above awards, certifications, commendations, recognitions, and/or achievements are not recognized by any governmental authority within the State of New York. Certification is not a requirement for the practice of law in the State of New York and does not necessarily indicate greater competence than other attorneys experienced in this field of law in New York.
Moreover, in both New Jersey and New York, even the most superb legal skills cannot guarantee a favorable outcome in every case.