About Joseph Gerard
Joseph Gerard Cella is the founder of Cella & Associates, LLC, a law firm dedicated to immigration law. Established with offices in Clifton and Fort Lee, New Jersey, as well as Aventura, Florida, the firm has been serving clients since its inception. Mr. Cella has been practicing immigration law since 1993, the same year he was admitted to the New Jersey State Bar. His experience allows him to handle the requirements of immigration issues effectively. The firm specializes in many immigration services — These include asylum applications, citizenship petitions, deportation defense, family visas, and green card applications. Additionally, Mr.
Cella handles immigration appeals, investment visas, marriage and fiancé(e) visas, student visas, and visitor visas. Work visas are also a significant part of the firm’s offerings, catering to individuals and families seeking to establish their lives in the United States. Mr. Cella earned his Juris Doctor from New York Law School in 1993, solidifying his legal foundation. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from William Paterson University in 1988. His academic background complements his legal expertise. As a result, the attorney can provide informed guidance to his clients.
Furthermore, he is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania and before the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey, expanding his reach within the legal system. Throughout his career, Mr. Cella has actively engaged in professional associations. He has been a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association since 1995, contributing to the organization through seminars and chapter meetings. His dedication to the field is recognized; in 2016, he received a Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, recognizing his commitment to ethical and professional standards in legal practice. In addition to his legal work, Mr.
Cella has made significant contributions to academia. He has taught various political and legal courses at William Paterson University in New Jersey, including a Master's Degree course focused on Political Asylum and International Human Rights Law. His fluency in Spanish, Russian, Albanian, and Italian further enhances his ability to serve clients. The firm’s offices are conveniently located at 1187 Main Avenue, Suite 3F, Clifton, NJ 07011; 2125 Center Avenue, Suite 304, Fort Lee, NJ 07024; and 18851 NE 29th Avenue, Suite 700, Aventura, FL 33180. For more information or to schedule a consultation, interested parties can contact Cella & Associates, LLC at (877) 583-7080 or visit their website.
