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Richard M Costa
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We have extensive experience with employment and family based immigration, naturalization, and related matters. Our clients include large and small corporations in a wide variety of industries, academic and research institutions, hospitals, and non-profit organizations. We’ve helped spouses, parents, and children of US citizens or Lawful Permanent Residents obtain green cards based on their familial relationship. Our diverse clientele has included individuals from more than 170 countries representing many thousands of cases.
I’ve made countless presentations before legal, professional, scientific and international student audiences and have often been complimented for presenting complex information and strategies in a clear and concise manner.
In the early years of my practice I taught a class at the Boston Center for Adult Education entitled “How to Obtain a Green Card”. Later, I was invited to join the Faculty at Lesley University as an Adjunct Professor where I developed and taught a Master’s level course in Immigration Law in the Intercultural Relations program.
We strive to provide the highest possible level of client service and I believe that our reputation in the community bears this out.
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Licensed in Massachusetts for 50 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1975
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Law Offices of Richard M Costa
18 Tremont Street, Suite 601, Boston, MA, 02108
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Posted by J Kim | November 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
The best team
Mr. Costa and his team (Ellen and Jonathan) helped my greencard process, EB1a case. The level professionalism was outstanding. Whenever I had (sometimes redundant and silly out of anxiety due to long wait) questions, I was provided with very detailed answers. They prepared all of supporting documents...
Posted by leyla yavuz saricay | October 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
He knows what he does!
He is a great attorney, definitely he knows what he does! Strongly recommended. He and his team made us permanent resident.
Posted by anonymous | October 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Helped us with I-485 (Green Card) process through marriage
We had a pleasant experience end-to-end from our discussions in preparation for filing the petition/assembling documents, through the filing process, status updates on the petitions (EAD/AP/Interview scheduling), all the way to what to expect on the day of the interview. Attorney Richard, Laurie, and...
Posted by James | September 29, 2021 | Immigration
Very helpful with visa and green card questions
Richard was extremely helpful in answering all of my queries relating to my visa and green card and didn't ask for any payment. This shows his commitment to providing quality immigration advice.
Posted by Gus | February 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Experienced hardworking Richard & team delivers results!
Richard and his exceptionally professional, hardworking and friendly team successfully managed the family immigration process for myself and my wife in a timely and orderly manner. We obtained our green cards and naturalisation citizenship seamlessly. We are grateful for their friendship and experi...
Richard M Costa's Lawyer Endorsements
"Attorney Costa is an extremely knowledgeable and well versed lawyer and I would strongly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a highly skilled immigration attorney who maintains high ethical standards."
Ellen Susser-Kief
Immigration lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1979 - Present
Partner, Costa & Riccio, LLP
1982 - 1995
Adjunct Professor of Immigration Law, Lesley College
1976 - 1979
Naturalization Attorney, US Immigration Service
1972 - 1979
Immigration Officer, US Immigration Service
Associations
1979 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
American Immigration Lawyers Association
Chapter Chair 1985-1986
Sample of Legal Cases
Cases Handled Successfully by Costa & Riccio
Successful
Education
1975
Suffolk University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1970
Boston College
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2015
Wellesley College
Immigration Options After Graduation
2015
Harvard University
Immigration Options After Practical Training
2015
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Temporary and Permanent Immigration Options
2015
Brandeis University
How To Obtain A Green Card
2014
Tufts University
Immigration Options After Practical Training
2012
UMASS Lowell
Immigration Options After Practical Training
2011
Boston Bar Association
Counseling The Exchange Visitor
2011
10th New England Immigration Law Conference
Extraordinary Ability Visa Petitions
2009
Brown University
How To Obtain A Green Card
2003
AILA New England Conference
Nonimmigrant Options for Physicians
Publications
1999
Immigration Law Basics-MCLE
International Students and Exchange Visitors
Activity
Legal Answers