Antonini & Cohen Partners Recognized by Best Lawyers® for Immigration Law

We are proud to announce that Antonini & Cohen Immigration Law Group Partners Carolina Antonini, Nisha Karnani, Sonal Shah, and Kathleen Hoyos have been acknowledged by Best Lawyers® in its 2027 editions for Immigration Law! Carolina, Nisha and Sonal have the honor of being recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, while Kathleen was named to the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America.

Best Lawyers® recognitions are based on peer review and highlight attorneys for outstanding professional excellence in private practice. For Kathleen, Sonal, Carolina, and Nisha, this honor reflects the lasting impact they have made through their work and the respect they have earned among their peers in the legal community.

Carolina Antonini Continues Her Best Lawyers® Legacy

Carolina Antonini, Founding Partner of Antonini & Cohen Immigration Law Group, has once again been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® for Immigration Law, continuing a history of recognition dating back to 2007.

With more than 30 years of experience, Carolina has built a career centered on advocating for immigrants and ensuring their voices are heard. Beyond her legal practice, Carolina remains a dedicated advocate and educator in the immigrant community. Through her Spanish-language program, Hablando con Carolina, she makes complex immigration topics more accessible and empowers listeners with information about their rights and options.

Her continued inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® is a testament to the lasting influence she has had on immigration law and the countless lives she has touched throughout her career.

“Being recognized by my peers for so many years is truly meaningful to me. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with individuals and families whose courage and determination inspire me every day.

I am proud of the work we have accomplished at Antonini & Cohen and grateful for the opportunity to continue advocating for the immigrant community.”

— Carolina Antonini, Founding Partner

Nisha Karnani Selected for 2027 Best Lawyers in America®

Attorney Nisha Karnani, Equity Partner at Antonini & Cohen Immigration Law Group, has been recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for Immigration Law.

As an Atlanta immigration attorney, Nisha leads Antonini & Cohen’s business immigration practice and represents clients in a wide range of employment-based and family-based immigration matters.

Throughout her career, Nisha has combined extensive immigration law experience with a thoughtful and strategic approach to helping clients pursue their career goals in the United States. Her distinction by Best Lawyers in America® reflects the reputation she has built among her peers and her contributions to the field of immigration law.

“I am honored to be recognized in The Best Lawyers in America and especially grateful that this acknowledgment comes from my peers in the legal community. It is a privilege to help our clients navigate the immigration system and pursue opportunities to build their lives, careers, families, and businesses in the United States.

To our clients, thank you for your trust, and to the Antonini & Cohen team, I am proud and grateful for the work we do together every day.”

— Nisha Karnani, Equity Partner

Sonal Shah Selected for 2027 Best Lawyers in America®

Antonini & Cohen Immigration Law Group's Partner, Sonal Shah, has the honor of being recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for Immigration Law.

Sonal brings a thoughtful and detail-oriented approach to immigration law, helping clients understand their options and move forward through processes that can often feel uncertain or overwhelming.

Beyond her work with clients, Sonal remains actively engaged in the immigration legal community, including through her involvement with the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). Her selection for The Best Lawyers in America® is an exciting milestone in a career shaped by years of experience, continued learning, and service to others.

“I am grateful to be included in The Best Lawyers in America and honored to receive this distinction from my peers. Helping individuals and families navigate the immigration process is incredibly meaningful to me, and I am thankful for the trust our clients place in us during such important moments in their lives.

I am also grateful to be part of a team that shares that commitment every day.”

— Sonal Shah, Partner

Kathleen Hoyos Recognized in the 2027 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America

Kathleen Hoyos, Partner at Antonini & Cohen Immigration Law Group, has been recognized in the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America for Immigration Law.

Kathleen first joined the firm as a receptionist, where she gained an early understanding of the people behind every immigration case and the importance of having someone in your corner throughout the process. Today, she applies that same personal connection to her work, advocating for individuals and families as they navigate difficult and often life-changing immigration matters.

Her selection for Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America marks another meaningful milestone in a journey that has grown alongside Antonini & Cohen.

“It is an honor to be recognized by my peers in the 2027 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. Immigration law has given me the opportunity to help people through some of the most important and challenging moments of their lives. I am grateful to our clients for trusting me with their stories and their futures, and to my colleagues at Antonini & Cohen for their support throughout my career.”  — Kathleen Hoyos, Partner

Celebrating Excellence at Antonini & Cohen

At Antonini & Cohen Immigration Law Group, we are committed to providing experienced, effective legal representation to individuals, families, and businesses working toward their immigration goals. Our firm remains as committed as always to our mission to serve our clients with the highest standards of  excellence and legal expertise.

Having our Antonini & Cohen partners recognized by their peers is a proud moment for our firm and reflects the experience, leadership, and dedication our attorneys bring to the clients and communities we serve.

We are proud to celebrate Atlanta immigration attorneys Carolina Antonini, Nisha Karnani, Sonal Shah, and Kathleen Hoyos on these well-deserved achievements and look forward to their continued contributions to the immigrant community and the field of immigration law.

Congratulations, Carolina, Nisha, Sonal, and Kathleen!