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Ronald L Abramson
also known as Ron Abramson
About Ronald
Biography
Ron Abramson is Chair of Shaheen & Gordon’s Immigration Law Group. Ronald Abramson encabeza el Grupo de Inmigracion en el despacho de Shaheen y Gordon.
Ron began his career with the New Hampshire Public Defender in 1993 before establishing himself as one of the State’s preeminent immigration lawyers. In a career spanning over three decades, Ron has handled a multitude of immigration, criminal defense, civil litigation, and international legal matters. He has received numerous awards, been recognized as a top immigration attorney, served as an international trade consultant, and has taught law courses, both in the United States and abroad.
As a native of Chile and a naturalized United States citizen himself, immigration is close to Ron’s heart. He has successfully obtained all manner of business and family-based visas; has successfully brought cutting-edge post-conviction relief cases in state and federal courts; has taught at local, regional, and national training programs; and has litigated several appeals before the New Hampshire Supreme Court, Board of Immigration Appeals, and U.S. Circuit Courts.
Ron’s work involves helping clients with investigations undertaken by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services [USCIS], U.S. Customs & Border Enforcement [ICE], the U.S. and New Hampshire Departments of Labor [DOL], Social Security Administration, State Department [DOS], and other federal and state agencies.
On top of his immigration work, Ron maintains an active criminal defense practice, with particular emphasis on the intersection between state and federal criminal matters and immigration law. Ron is a member of the U.S. District Court for the District of New Hampshire’s Criminal Justice Act panel, through which he takes on complex, multi-party court-appointed federal criminal cases. As a result of his federal experience, Ron regularly handles federal mandamus and habeas corpus matters, challenging processing delays and unlawful detention, both as lead and local counsel. Ron often assists international students who find themselves facing legal trouble in the United States.
Ron is an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, where he serves as a chapter liaison to the New Hampshire U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services field office. Given his keen personal and professional understanding of the challenges and hardships resulting from an outdated legal framework, Ron regularly advocates for meaningful, comprehensive immigration reform.
When the media have questions about high-profile immigration cases, they often call Ron. Ron has appeared countless times on television, radio, and throughout local, national, and international print media.
Ron is one of the state’s few native Spanish-speaking attorneys—and is conversant in (slow) French— helping put many of his clients at ease by avoiding the need for interpreters, which allows for a closer personal attorney-client connection.
In his (admittedly limited) free time, Ron is an avid soccer fan (and former mediocre player). He enjoys birding, reading, hiking, fitness, live theater, and listening to music. Ron has a deep interest in electoral politics and has hosted events for candidates from the town Select Board to the President of the United States.
The creativity and “outside-the-box” approach that Ron brings to his legal practice is often reflected in his sartorial choices, resulting in his unofficial designation as the area’s “Best-Dressed Male Lawyer”.
Languages: English, Spanish, French
Immigration. Untangled. Immigration impacts your family, your business, your future. Let us help.
21+ years' experience in state & federal court. Unique background where criminal & immigration meet.
We handle virtually every facet of U.S. immigration law. Hablamos Español. E falamos Portugues.
Treaties, contracts, international leases, etc.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Immigration
80%
27 years | 700 cases
Criminal Defense
15%
32 years | 500 cases
International Law
5%
27 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2017 2016
Licenses
Licensed in New Hampshire for 33 years
State: New Hampshire
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Shaheen & Gordon, P.A.
(603) 617-3055
Fax
(603) 669-0903
Fax
1155 Elm Street, Suite 300, Manchester, NH, 03101
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191 Main Street, Nashua, NH, 03060
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Posted by anonymous | May 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Honest, knowledgeable, punctual and trustworthy
Ron was hired to assist me with my immigration case. From the moment I stepped foot in the office to the moment I received a decision on my case - Ron was there to educate me,support me and advise me on best steps. If you are looking for a honest lawyer who won't sell you "wishful" outcomes but work ...
Posted by Stacey | May 01, 2019
Highly Recommend
Ronald Abramson is straight forward and thorough, the perfect balance of knowledge, experience, and caring. He explained everything concerning the request for evidence we received in detail so a non-lawyer could easily understand the situation, process, and possible results. I had total confidence ...
Posted by Nicole | March 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Naturalization case
From the moment we called Ronald and met with him for our consultation, he made us feel comfortable and confident with him being able to help us. We explained to him that we had another lawyer file for my husband's naturalization and my husband was denied on a technicality and the previous lawyer fai...
Posted by Margaret | June 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Thank You
The level of professionalism,empathy and attention to detail on my case was amazing. The Attorneys made sure I had all the necessary information pertinent to my case for a successful outcome. I am so grateful that I was introduced to them and good to know that there are great Attorneys like them in...
Posted by anonymous | December 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney
The best immigration law firm around
Ron is the best, my wife and I just completed her green card interview at the Bedford NH USCIS office. The officer was very tough and precise, but Ron helped us through the whole interview and we were immediately approved and got her passport stamped immediately. He is a fantatsic lawyer, I would rat...
Ronald L Abramson's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ron has been a colleague for many years. His knowledge and experience have earned him the high respect of his colleagues in the the NH bar. He is the first attorney I talk to for advice on any immigration question. He is also a knowledgeable and skilled criminal defense attorney. He certainly has my endorsement."
"Over the last 22 years, I have worked closely with Ron and seen him excel as a criminal defense lawyer, and then watched as he refocused to become the most well-known and widely respected immigration lawyer in NH. Practically every lawyer I know has either consulted with Ron on an immigration issue or referred an immigration matter to him with absolute confidence that Ron will provide the highest quality advice and advocacy available in this area. The fact that he speaks fluent Spanish is a big bonus as well. Let me close by saying that if Ron is not available... I have to look to lawyers in Boston to get my immigrant clients they help they need."
"Ronald is an exceptional attorney in the immigration fields. I would recommend him to anybody seeking help with any immigration issue."
"If you need help with an immigration issue, Ron should be your first call. He's been my first call when I've had an immigration question - that's because Ron knows what he's talking about - Ron's stays up to date on the law and understands and knows how to navigate a very complex system."
"I endorse this lawyer.Top notch immigration lawyer. I routinely rely upon Attorney Abramson to guide my clients through the highly nuanced and technical federal immigration laws in the course of my representation of the same clients on the underlying criminal charge or civil matter."
"Ron is always the first person I call when I have a question about immigration or international law. There are few lawyers that have his experience and knowledge about the intersection of criminal law and immigration law. I also worked on a high profile criminal trial with Ron many years ago and we were was able to get one of the charges dismissed prior to trial because of his exhaustive research and creative legal thinking."
"I never hesitate to send clients to Ron when they have immigration needs. I know he will provide honest, fair, thoughtful and thorough assessment of any issues and give solid advice to confront the often difficult and emotional situations that arise for non-citizens."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Best Lawyer, Immigration Law, Best Lawyers in America
2021
Granite State Advocate Award (re pro bono federal habeas), New Hampshire Association for Justice
2012
NHs Best Immigration Lawyer, Business NH Magazine
2004
Forty Under 40, Manchester Union Leader
2004
Fulbright U.S. Scholar, Fulbright Commission
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Partner, Shaheen & Gordon
2019 - 2021
Counsel, Shaheen & Gordon
2010 - 2019
Founder, abramson IMMIGRATION+ SOLUTIONS
2006 - 2009
Of Counsel, McLane Graf Raulerson & Middleton P.A.
2005 - 2006
International Practice Manager, Albagli Zaliasnik - Santiago, Chile
2004 - 2006
U.S. Scholar/Professor, U.S. Fulbright Commission - Chile
1998 - 2004
Managing Partner, Abramson, Bailinson & O'Leary, P.C.
1993 - 1998
Staff Attorney, NH Public Defender
Associations
1998 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationChapter Liaison, NH USCIS
1993 - Present
New Hampshire Bar AssociationMember
Latin American Center
Former Board Member (Emeritus)
NH Public Television
Board of Governors – Secretary (Emeritus)
NH ACLU Legal Working Group
Member and monthly meeting coordinator
New Hampshire Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
Vote Now New Hampshire Hispanics
Founding Board Member (Emeritus)
Vision Hispana (Hispanic Chamber of Commerce)
Board Member (Emeritus)
Sample of Legal Cases
Intra-Company Transferee
Granted
Post-DOMA Same-Sex Marriage Cases
Granted
Education
1993
George Washington University National Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
Emory University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2023
ALMA - Central Conversations
Immigration Law
2015
Constitution Day
Birthright Citizenship
2015
AILA Annual Meeting - Washington. DC
EOIR Practice/Calendar Management
2015
"The Exchange", with Laura Knoy
Immigration Impasse
Publications
2014
2008
NH Bar Journal
Getting from There to Here: A Business Immigration Primer
Languages
Spanish
French
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Will a green card holder have issues re-entering the U.S. if they spend 5–6 months abroad regularly?
13 Jul 2025
Q&A
Can I travel just with a combo card and green card?
28 Dec 2023
Q&A
What are my options once I received notice of intent to deny my N-400?
17 May 2022