Richard M Costa

My wife contacted the office of Costa & Ricci for some questions related to our adjustment of status situation. They responded promptly, even though it was a weekend, and we were able to set up a meeting very quickly. The directions to their office told us that if we were likely to be late, we should... call, so I called their office while driving saying I would be late. Once I arrived, Richard was very friendly. As I told him my situation, he listened carefully and said it was not going to be a problem. He was very reassuring and said because the consultation was very brief, I did not even have to pay anything. Throughout, he was very friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend this firm's services!

I have come across Mr. Costa's skill and expertise 15 years ago when I came to the US as a graduate student at Tufts University. We did not work directly together at that time, but he gave many educational talks at the international center. I remember how graciously he dispelled many of my fears with... his systematic approach to the information he was presenting and how approachable he was, despite his experience and status. Years later, I emailed him about a naturalization question, as his name popped up in the list of attorneys I was given by an immigration officer. Not only did he respond to my emails (initial and subsequent) within hours, but he offered help by taking the process a step further. With his help, my question was answered in 24hrs - all without any charge! He remained exactly as I remembered him - knowledgeable, accessible, and generous. I am so glad that he was the first attorney I contacted! Should I or my friends need immigration advice, he will surely be the first one to call/email!

I had talked to a lawyer at Harvard Legal Care about obtaining a green card and he didn't give me the clear options that Mr. Costa gave me. I was wondering what chances I stand to obtain a green card through Extraordinary ability and Mr. Costa recommended the National Interest Waiver. He told me I do...n't stand a big chance at this point, so I am going to look for jobs internationally. Thank you, Mr. Costa, for clarifying my situation (I also appreciated the 10 min. of clear, free advice you gave me).

Richard is the best immigration attorney in Beantown without a question. I initially contacted him 3 years ago based on recommendation from my friend as I was in the process of switching jobs and wanted a second opinion. Not only Richard was extremely helpful in spotting an error in my green card app...lication, something that company-paid attorney overlooked, he also did not charge me for the consultation. As a result of his involvement the error was corrected and my application was expedited saving me several years of waiting. I recently contacted him with another immigration question and Richard proved again invaluable and extremely knowledgable. Richard has always been a pleasure to deal with and I highly recommend his services.