About Chris Edward
Chris Edward Gafner studied history and government as an undergraduate before turning to the law. He earned a B.A. from Cornell University and later took his J.D. at Notre Dame Law School. Those academic choices exposed him to both regional and national perspectives on legal practice.
After law school, Gafner established himself in New York. He practices under the name Gafner Law Office, P.C. and is admitted to practice in New York. Colleagues describe him as thoughtful and steady. He moves deliberately through paperwork and hearings, often letting results speak for themselves.
Gafner's work centers on immigration law. He represents individuals and families in a range of administrative applications and in court proceedings. That includes interactions with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and appearances in immigration court. He approaches each case with an eye for procedural detail and an eye for practical outcomes.
He is an active member of professional groups that reflect those interests. He holds memberships in the American Immigration Lawyers Association and its New York City Chapter. He also belongs to the New York County Lawyers Association and participates in its Immigration and Nationality Committee. Those affiliations keep him connected to developments in federal and local immigration practice.
At Gafner Law Office, P.C., he manages a small practice that handles individual client matters rather than corporate portfolios. The office handles filings, responses to government notices, and preparation for hearings. Gafner combines courtroom experience with routine case management. He places emphasis on clear communication with clients about timelines and likely outcomes.
Outside of the office, Gafner has kept a steady presence in New York legal circles. He attends chapter meetings and committee sessions that address changes in immigration law and policy. That ongoing engagement informs his day-to-day work.
Gafner balances legal work with a preference for concise, direct explanations. He writes plainly for clients and avoids legalese in meetings. He currently practices immigration law at Gafner Law Office, P.C., representing clients in New York on immigration applications and proceedings.
