Norka M. Schell

Norka M. Schell | NY & Brazil Dual-Licensed Attorney | 30+ Years of Authority Norka M. Schell is a dually licensed attorney uniquely admitted to practice in both New York and Brazil (OAB/MG No. 42.076). With over three decades of high-stakes legal experience, she serves as a definitive "Legal Bridge" for an international clientele navigating the friction between the U.S. and Brazilian legal systems. Leveraging trilingual fluency in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, Ms. Schell provides a level of technical precision and cross-border insight that is rare in the modern legal market. Primary Areas of Practice: U.S. & International Immigration: Specialized counsel for high-net-worth investors and corporations. Expertise includes EB-5, L-1, and E-2 visas, as well as navigating the January 2026 visa updates and complex "Source of Funds" documentation for international transfers. International Family & Matrimonial Law: A recognized leader in cross-border divorce and asset division. Ms. Schell expertly manages the division of Brazilian real estate within New York settlements, jurisdictional conflicts, and Hague Convention child custody disputes. Cross-Border Dispute Resolution: Strategic representation in commercial transactions and international trade, utilizing a dual-jurisdictional perspective to mitigate risk and secure favorable outcomes in global markets. Technical Excellence & Global Authority: Holding an LL.M. in International Legal Studies (Golden Gate University, 1998) and a J.D. (FADIVALE, 1984), Ms. Schell combines academic rigor with thirty years of litigation experience. As a naturalized U.S. citizen, she offers an authentic, first-hand understanding of the immigration journey, combined with the aggressive skills necessary to protect global interests. Ms. Schell’s "Dual-Lens" approach provides the sophisticated, transparent, and results-oriented representation required to navigate complex global legal policies across borders.