About Ann Christine
Ann Christine Barcher is an esteemed immigration attorney based in Poughkeepsie, New York. With over 45 years of legal experience, she developed her expertise primarily in immigration law, while also engaging in appeals and international law. Her firm, the Law Offices of Ann Barcher, is located at 31 Old Farms Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603, where she has been serving clients since 1992. Ms. Barcher earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from New York University School of Law in 1977. She further advanced her legal education by obtaining a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in International Legal Studies from the same institution in 1992.
Before embarking on her legal career, she graduated from Harvard University in 1970 with a Bachelor of Arts in Government. This strong educational foundation gave her the skills necessary to navigate complex legal matters effectively. In 1979, Ms. Barcher was admitted to the New York State Bar, where she has maintained an active license throughout her career. Her commitment to the legal profession is evident through her membership in the Association of the Bar of the City of New York, where she served on the Immigration Law Committee from 2011 to 2014. Additionally, she was a member of the Board of Directors for Catholic Migration Services, Inc., in Brooklyn and Queens, NY, from 2012 to 2018, further demonstrating her dedication to community service.
Throughout her career, Ms. Barcher has focused on assisting individuals with the intricate requirements of U.S. immigration law. Her practice areas encompass many immigration matters, including asylum, citizenship, deportation defense, family visas, green cards, immigration appeals, investment visas, marriage and fiancé(e) visas, student visas, visitor visas, and work visas. She has represented clients from diverse backgrounds—encompassing various religious groups, ethnicities, and economic statuses—highlighting her commitment to inclusivity and justice. Before establishing her own practice, Ms.
Barcher spent eight years at the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, where she focused on real estate and appellate practice. This experience laid a solid groundwork for her subsequent immigration law practice. In 1992, she returned to Poughkeepsie to dedicate herself to immigration law, where she continues to serve the community. Fluent in English and conversational in Mandarin, Ms. Barcher is well-equipped to communicate effectively with her clients, ensuring they receive comprehensive legal services tailored to their unique immigration needs.
