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Michael J. Murray
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Biography
Michael Murray is a graduate of Stanford Law School and has devoted his career to working with hospitals, institutions of higher education, and businesses large and small to find the best solutions for their immigration law needs. Whether obtaining work visas or assisting employees through the Permanent Residence process, Michael is a trusted advisor who can be counted on to find efficient, practical solutions that work for your organization.
Michael has been published in Forbes, Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, New Hampshire Business Review, School Administrator Magazine, and the Portland Press Herald on business immigration law topics. He has been an invited speaker at the University of New Hampshire, Bowdoin College, Bates College, and the Maine International Trade Center.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Immigration
100%
22 years
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Licensed in Maine for 15 years
State: Maine
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 26 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
FordMurray
48 Free Street, Suite 300, Portland, ME, 04101
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Posted by Darcie | June 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Michael J. Murray - Immigration Law
As the Director of Human Resources for System Logistics Corporation, I have worked with Mike Murray for the past 5 plus years with various immigration support needs that I needed in order to best support the company and our Expatriates. Mike has always provided exceptional support from start to fini...
Michael J. Murray's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mike is an excellent immigration lawyer- trustworthy and smart. I recommend him highly."
"I have practiced at the top litigation law firms in the United States almost 20 years. I am willing to recommend Michael Murray for the following reasons: (1) Mr. Murray is in the top 3 lawyers I have practiced with in terms of client service, professionalism, and substantive results; (2) Mr. Murrary is, bar none, the number one immigration attorney that I and my law firms have worked with for immigration-related matters; and (3) Mr. Murray possesses both the intellectual and common sense ability to efficiently advance my clients' objectives through low-cost legal solutions that are both legally accurate as well as business-focused. In sum, I cannot speak more highly about an attorney than I speak of Mr. Murray. I refer him, and hire him, for my most important immigration-related work, as well as for any work that requires a consultation regarding immigration issues."
"Mike is not only one of the brightest and kindest individuals I have the pleasure of working with, but his compassion for his clients and breadth of knowledge makes him one of the most capable and respectable attorneys I know. He undoubtedly puts the utmost effort into everything his does in order to do what is best for his clients, and he continuously engages with other attorneys and the courts in a respectful manner. I proudly endorse Michael Murray."
"Mike and I worked together on a number of matters and I've been impressed with his responsiveness and knowledge on immigration issues. He is an excellent communicator who navigates complex regulatory schemes and explains each step of the immigration process in an easily understandable way to his clients."
"Michael is an insightful attorney with a thorough knowledge of immigration law. I've always been impressed by his thoughtful dedication to clients, as well as his facility in making complex subjects simple to understand."
"Michael is a top-notch dedicated lawyer, and should be your go-to person for all your business immigration needs. He is thorough and thoughtful of your legal needs, and his attention to detail and follow-through are unsurpassed in the field."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Michael. I have known him for over twenty years and have always been impressed with his dedication and work ethic. He puts clients first, which is about the highest compliment I can pay to a fellow lawyer."
"Mike is friendly, diligent, and an expert immigration lawyer. Many clients have turned to him with their most complicated immigration needs."
"Mike is a top healthcare immigration attorney adept at J-1 waivers for physicians as well as other status requirements. He is a skilled practitioner that focuses on customer service, creative solutions, and positive results."
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Experience
Honors
2012
Award for Public Service, Kathadin Counsel
1997
New Paths Scholarship, Stanford University
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Immigration Attorney/President, FordMurray
2010 - 2015
Immigration Attorney, Drummond Woodsum
2001 - 2006
Immigration Attorney, Seyfarth Shaw Attorneys, LLP
2000 - 2001
Immigration Attorney, Palmer Dodge
1999 - 2000
Immigration Attorney, Jenkens & Gilchrist
Associations
2016 - Present
International Medical Graduate Task ForceMember
2011 - Present
National Assocaton of Foreign Student AdvisorsMember
1999 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2013 - 2015
Drummond Woodsum HIPAA Practice GroupChair
Sample of Legal Cases
Immigration Program for Large Hospital Group
Satisfied Client
Building Immigration Program for International Bank
Very satisfied client
Education
1999
Stanford Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
Sarah Lawrence College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Maine Human Resources Conference
Immigration Law Changes and I-9 Compliance
2017
International Development Forum
Options for Hiring Foreign National Employees
2017
Guest Speaker
Immigration Law Changes and Reform
2016
Webinar
O-1 Visa Webinar
2016
Webinar
H-1B Public Access Files
2016
2015
Webinar
I-9 Compliance Training (Basic)
2015
Webinar
Immigration Law for Investors
2015
Global Webinar
U.S. Immigration Law for Foreign Investors
2013
Online Webinar
Solutions for Global Migration
2012
Drummond Woodsum Seminar
Immigration Law for Foreign Investors
2011
Drummond Woodsum Client Forum
Business Immigration 101
Publications
2018
HR Pulse Magazine
Hiring Foreign Workers and HR Compliance During the Trump Administration
2017
Portland Press Herald
Immigration Law Reform
2017
New Hampshire Business Review
Hiring foreign physicians to ease NH’s doctor shortages
2016
FordMurray Client Alert
Changes to Optional Practical Training Work Authorization Rules for STEM Graduate
2016
FordMurray Client Alert
Changes to the Visa Waiver Program Part of Latest Omnibus Bill
2014
Massachusetts Continuing Education, Inc.
E Treaty Trader and Investment Visas
2013
School Administrator Magazine
Starting a Foreign Student Program at Your School
2013
School Law Advisory
Substantial H-1B Visa Penalites for School District
2012
School Law Advisory
F-1 Foreign Student Programs for Public Schools
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers