Russell Calvin Ford

Russell Calvin Ford

also known as Russell Ford

5.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 26 years

Immigration Lawyer at Portland, ME
Practice Areas: Immigration

48 Free Street, Suite 300, Portland, ME

About Russell

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Business Immigration with particular focus on institutions of higher education and their related entities, private K-12 educational institutions, and STEM employers.

26 years

100%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 13 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 22 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2003

Resigned Membership

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 25 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2000

Resigned

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 26 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1999

Permanent Retirement

No misconduct found

Location

FordMurray

48 Free Street, Suite 300, Portland, ME, 04101

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Russell Calvin Ford's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Rich | July 23, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Top Notch Complementary Consultantion

I represent a small landscape architecture firm that is hiring for an entry-level position. We received multiple applications from non-US candidates. In 20 minutes, Russell Ford gave me a master class on immigration and labor law, answered all my questions, and made me feel fully prepared to make o...ur decisions correctly and legally. If we select a foreign candidate, we will definitely hire Russell Ford to help us navigate the immigration process.

Posted by Diane | May 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The Best!

Russell has been my lawyer throughout my journey through employment visas and now permanent residency. He is super responsive, stays on top of things and makes no mistakes. His team is so efficient. Sarah Cross, his paralegal/Assistant pays great attention to detail and she knows her stuff! I would e...xpect nothing less as she works with such an amazing professional. You will appreciate his patience as you will have so many questions and worries about the immigration (or non immigration) process. He makes it easy by anticipating issues, giving guidance while getting your documents in order. I can not say enough about this Attorney (and his wonderful team). I am glad my employer has used his services for as long as I can remember and I hope he keeps them as clients. Listen! hire this man to represent you, you will not regret it!

Posted by Lynne | June 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

HR Manager

The team at Ford Murray is amazing. Their expertise and knowledge on Immigration has helped our company tremendously. Russell Ford is one step ahead of us each and every time and always willing to assist and advise in any Visa process that we encounter. I've dealt with many Immigration attorney's ...and have found that Ford Murray is the best.

Posted by Ryan Burton | February 1, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

My hero

Russell and I were having a conversation in 2003, weeks after just meeting. He informed me he was leaving the firm he was at where he was working for another attorney. I said, "well I'm going to". I just felt that he was the guy the shepherd me through. We started with Visa's, then permanent residenc...y and then citizenship. I trusted Russell and he helped me through. I say trusted, because it's along and overwhelming process. The wrong attorney, and you don't navigate through the process. Give Russell a try, you'll be glad you did. Thank you Russell, you will always be one of my hero's!

Posted by Mike | April 29, 2015

Great Immigration Attorney

I worked with Russell on several visa cases and issues. He was a great asset to have on our team. Russell was extremely responsive and prompt. He made sure that everything was completed in a timely fashion. He was great in communicating with our employees and assisting them with any questions and con...cerns that they had. I would highly recommend him.

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Russell Calvin Ford's Lawyer Endorsements

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Danielle Walle

Immigration lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Russell is one of my favorite lawyers of all time. He is caring and conscientious and he really knows his stuff. He works really hard and is dedicated to his craft, but he does all that with a light-hearted manner that makes him an absolute pleasure to work with."

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Jeffrey Selser

Immigration lawyer | Sep 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Russell is a superb immigration lawyer, and is my go-to referral when my own clients have immigration needs. Personable, smart, business-oriented, and an all-around good guy, Russell is one of the best in his field. I feel very confident that my clients are in good hands when I refer them to Russell."

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Sara Khaki

Immigration lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Not only is Russell one of the most experienced and sophisticated immigration attorneys in the country; but he is also wonderful to work with. He is very dedicated to the niche of business immigration and he is truly the best at it. I give him my highest recommendation."

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Jaime Cole

Immigration lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Other

"I endorse Russell. I've known Russell for years and he is extremely professional and beyond knowledgeable when it comes to immigration law. I would confidently refer clients to him with any immigration needs."

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Scott Schneider

Immigration lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Russell is an excellent immigration attorney and has a wonderful understanding of the peculiar way higher education institutions operate. He offers top-flight services in this area for colleges and universities."

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Melissa Martin

Immigration lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Russell has an in depth knowledge on immigration issues affecting various industries. He provides the best solutions for his clients' individual needs and works hard to ensure his clients understand and are informed throughout the process."

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Agnieszka Asbury

Immigration lawyer

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Sara Fleming

Immigration lawyer

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Michael Murray

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

N/A

First Decade Award, NACUA

N/A

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Attorney, FordMurray

2012 - 2015

Attorney, Graham Adair, Inc.

2010 - 2013

Counsel, Verrill Dana LLP

2007 - 2010

Senior Attorney, Littler Mendelson, PC

2006 - 2007

Associate, Mintz Levin Cohn Ferris Glovsky and Popeo, PC

2005 - 2006

Associate Attorney, Strickland Brockington Lewis LLP

2004 - 2005

Associate Attorney, Troutman Sanders LLP

2001 - 2003

Associate, Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.

Associations

American Immigration Lawyers Association

National Association of College and University Attorneys

Sample of Legal Cases

EB-1A Victory!

Approval

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Education

1999

Tulane University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Boston University

Master's of Education

1995

Stonehill College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

ICLE Employment Law Seminar

ICLE Employment

2012

Higher Education Law Seminar

Higher Education Law

2010

National Association of College and University Attorneys

Recipient of the NACUA First Decade Award

2010

College and University Professional Association Southern Conference

Human Resources

2009

ICLE Immigration Law Seminar

Immigration Law

2009

Human Resources, National Conference

Human Resources

2009

College and University Professional Association Western and Mid-Western Conferences

Human Resources

2008

National Association of College and University Attorneys National Conference

National Association of College and University Attorneys

2008

ICLE Employment Law Seminar

Employment Law

2008

College and University Professional Association National Conference

Human Resources

2007

National Association of College and University Attorneys, National Conference

National Association of College and University Attorneys

2007

College and University Professional Association National Conference

Human Resources

2007

Boston Bar Association School and College Law Section Speaker Series

Speaker Series

2006

Stetson University Conference on Higher Education

Higher Education

2006

National Association of College and University Attorneys National Conference

National Association of College and University Attorneys

2005

ICLE Employment Law Seminar

Employment Law

2003

National Association of College and University Attorneys Employment Law Conference

Employment Law

Publications

2015

Russell Ford Blog A Brief Guide to the E Visa

2015

2015

Russell Ford Blog The O Visa: Who Qualifies?

2015

PaperClip Communications Campus License: Immigration Legal Impact: Proposed Reform, Executive Order & SEVIS – What it Means for Your Students & Employees

2015

PaperClip Communications Immigration Issues Impacting Higher Education

2015

Russell Ford Blog The L-1A Visa: Who Qualifies

2015

2015

PaperClip Communications SEVIS Updates and Impact of Executive Order on Immigration

2009

ILW H-1Bs

2007

Association of General Contractors SSA “No-Match” Regulations

2005

Atlanta Bar Association Labor & Employment News “When can opposing counsel contact the former employees of a company in litigation?”

Languages

English

Activity

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