Ellen B Sullivan

Ellen B Sullivan

also known as Cambridge Immigration Law, P.C.

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

Immigration Lawyer at Cambridge, MA
Practice Areas: Immigration

111 Rice Street, Cambridge, MA

About Ellen

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

-Marriage-based green cards -Family-based green cards and citizenship -VAWA (violence/abuse)-based green cards, waivers, renewals and citizenship -Citizenship/Naturalization -Consular Processing of Family-Based Green Cards -Fiancé Visas

20 years | 1,000 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 150-330 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 20 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Cambridge Immigration Law, P.C.

111 Rice Street, Cambridge, MA, 02140-1853

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Ellen B Sullivan's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

38 Client Reviews

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Showing 11 - 15 of 19 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Paul | January 22, 2021 | Immigration

Awesome!

My same sex spouse and I hired Ellen to represent us in a complicated immigration issue--changing my partners illegal immigration status and obtaining his permanent resident status. Ellen was so professional, kind, helpful and patient with us. Ellen researched our complicated issues thoroughly an...d was able to find a legal solution to what seemed an impossible situation. She was meticulous in preparing our case. We can not say enough about how patient and responsive she was with us. Ellen guided us every step of the way. We were so grateful to Ellen--regardless of the outcome of our case, but I am happy to report my spouse is now a legal permanent resident thanks to Ellen's work.

Ellen Sullivan

Replied last January 22, 2021

Dear Paul, You wrote this message a long time ago, and I appreciate that you left these kind words before your passing. I have taken care of your husband while you have been gone. We miss you.

Posted by Lisa | January 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

A superior lawyer!!

Ellen help my wife and through an immigration issues. She is very patient and kind. She really does go the extra miles for her clients. You are not just a client, she really cares.

Ellen Sullivan

Replied last January 22, 2021

Hi Lisa, You and your wife are a wonderful couple, and it is an honor that you chose to work with me, an attorney in MA when you live many states away!

Posted by Kim Smith | January 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Ellen is the best!

Ellen has worked on a few different visa/immigration issues for me and she has always been super professional, fair, helpful, trustworthy and warm! I would highly recommend her to anyone- you will not be disappointed!!!

Ellen Sullivan

Replied last January 22, 2021

Dear Kim, Thank you for the endorsement. I look forward to our continued work together!

Posted by Rosie and Steve | January 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Great! I recommend

Ellen represented me over a period of five years from my first green card through citizenship. My husband and I loved working with her and appreciated all the support she gave us during this many year, multi-step legal process. I believe it is worth the money to hire a great attorney like Ellen Sulli...van on the complicated and stressful process of becoming a US citizen. I highly recommend her to represent anyone in their immigration case.

Ellen Sullivan

Replied last January 22, 2021

Hi Rosie, I appreciate your kind words. Congratulations on your successes!

Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

From deportation proceedings to US Citizenship

From deportation proceedings to US Citizenship, Ellen worked diligently for over five years to accomplish our goal. My family and I wouldn't be living the American dream without her grit, support, and kindness throughout the years. Reaching out to Ellen was one of the best decisions I've ever made.

Ellen Sullivan

Replied last January 22, 2021

Thank you! It was a pleasure working with your family.

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Ellen B Sullivan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kristina Rampl

Immigration lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Sullivan provides efficient, supportive, and compassionate counsel concerning the ins and outs of immigration law. As a tax attorney, I've seen how immigration and tax law can often overlap, and I have sent many of my clients to Ellen for their citizenship/visa concerns. Clients that I have referred to her have been impressed by her professionalism and happy with the results she obtained for them. We have worked together for almost a decade, and I highly recommend her immigration law services."

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Allan MacLean

Immigration lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ellen is a highly skilled lawyer. She is experienced, thoughtful, and a strong advocate for her clients. I recommend her to anyone seeking assistance with immigration issues."

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Hieu Nguyen

Immigration lawyer | Dec 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ellen is my go to immigration law expert. I have referred several friends and clients to Ellen. They have all been appreciative of her high level of service and expertise."

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Matthew Fogelman

Immigration lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"She is a very smart lawyer and an expert in immigration law. Ellen is also a really nice person! I recommend her without reservation."

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Adrienne Vaughan

Immigration lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is very knowledgeable about the type of immigration cases she takes. I do different cases and would not hesitate to ask her opinion and I have referred cases to her."

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Hieu Nguyen

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Lawyers of Distinction (Nomination), The National Law Journal

2020

Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition, United States House of Representatives

2019

Certificate of Recognition, Northeast Justice Center

2019

Attorney Registration No. 77,975, United States Patent and Trademark Office

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney and founder, Law Office of Ellen Sullivan, P.C.

2013 - 2014

Partner, Fine Kohanloo LLC

2012 - 2012

Partner, Small Boston Law Firm

2007 - 2012

Attorney, Small Boston Law Firm

2007 - 2020

Contract attorney, Victim Rights Law Center

2006 - 2007

Attorney, Victim Rights Law Center

2005 - 2006

Legal Director, Centrol Presente

2005 - 2005

legal, Kaplan, O'sullivan & Friedman

2004 - 2004

Legal, United States Attorney Office, Boston

2004 - 2004

Legal, Greater Boston Legal Services

2003 - 2003

Legal Intern, Centro por la Justicia y el Derecho Internacional

2001 - 2001

Bilingual Teacher, Lomas De Nunez Upper School, Buenos Aires Argentina

2000 - 2000

Special Education Teacher, Lowell School District

2000 - 2001

Intern, Connect

1997 - 2000

Bilingual Teacher, Los Angeles Public Schools/Teach For America

Associations

2020 - Present

Northeast Justice Center

Volunteer

2013 - Present

Massachusetts Women's Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Current Position: Executive Board/Secretary (2021-2022)

Massachusetts Board of Bar Overseers, Hearing Committee

Hearing Officer (Volunteer)

Sample of Legal Cases

J-1 Waiver: Hardship

I-130 granted; I-612 granted; I-485 granted.

Certificate of Citizenship Obtained

N-600 and US Passport Approved!

I-90 with Criminal History

I-90 granted

TN Visa

TN Granted!

J-1 Waiver: No Objection Letter

No-objection letter granted; I-612 approved; I-130 approved; I-485 approved.

I-589 Application for Asylum Granted

I-589 Approved!

I-751 Divorce Waiver

I-751 Granted and Green Card Renewed!

N-400 Immigration Case with Criminal History

N-400 Granted!

Marriage-Based Green Card

Green card approved!

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Education

2005

Northeastern University School of Law

Doctor of Law (J.D.)

1997

Dartmouth College

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Speaking Engagements

2020

Proving Extreme Hardship in Immigration Law

Immigration Law, Admissibility, I-601, Hardship

2020

Pre-Law Forum

Pre-Law Mentoring

2020

Marijuana: Bridging the Divide Between State and Federal Law Immigration Law and Marijuana

2018

17th Annual Family Based Immigration Conference Family-Based Immigration

2015

But, I Didn’t Inhale – Immigration and State Legalization of Marijuana Immigration Law and Marijuana

Publications

2018

MCLE 17th Annual Family-Based Immigration Conference 2018 Family-Based Immigration Law

Languages

English

Spanish

Portuguese

Activity

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