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Gintare Grigaite

Immigration Attorney at Bayonne, NJ

4.9   108 reviews
  • State Years
    New York - NY 14 years
    New Jersey - NJ 14 years
  • Licensed for 14 years
    State NY
    Acquired 2009
    Status
    Currently Registered No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 14 years
    State NJ
    Acquired 2008
    Status
    Active No misconduct found

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About Gintare

Learn Gintare’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  1. Immigration
    75%
    Asylum, Green Cards, Citizenship, Adjustment of Status, Work Authorizations, Fiancé Visas, Student, Visas, H-1B Work Visas, Investor Visas, Extraordinary Ability Visas, Green Card Renewals, Widow Petitions, Victims of Crime Visas, Permanent Employment, Change of Status, Extension of Status, Battered Spouse, Children and Parents’ Petitions, Special Juvenile Status, Removal of Conditions, TPS, Removal Proceedings, Bond Hearings, Motion to Reopen/Reconsider, Appeals, Denials, Waivers.

    16 years, 1,000 cases

  2. Personal injury
    25%

Gintare Grigaite, Esq. specializes in employment-based and family-based immigration law. She is H1B and PERM specialist, and counsels corporate clients on immigration-related compliance issues. Ms. Grigaite also represents individuals of extraordinary talent and ability, including artists, scientists, outstanding professors and researchers, as well as multinational executives and managers.

She also advises clients on all aspects of family related immigration, including immigrant and nonimmigrant visas, adjustment of status, conditional and permanent residence, fiance visas, battered-spouse petitions, asylum, waivers and naturalization.

Ms. Grigaite represents clients in removal proceedings before Immigration Court and the Board of Immigration Appeals, and authors briefs for the United States Court of Appeals. She has also appeared as a guest speaker on the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa at the Harvard Club, New York City. 

Additionally, Ms. Grigaite represents clients in personal injury cases, such as slip and fall and automobile accidents, civil litigation and family law matters. 

Ms. Grigaite is admitted to both, the New York and New Jersey State Bars. She received her J.D. law degree from St. John’s School of Law, and Bachelor of Science, in Finance, suma cum laude, from St. John’s University. She is fluent in Lithuanian and Russian, and conversant in Spanish. 

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Reviews

4.9 / 5.0
  108 customer reviews
Posted by Jesus Huerta | August 25, 2023
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| Hired Attorney
La mejor abogada del mundo
Recomiendo muy bien la Abogada Gintare y una de sus asistentes Jazmín ellas me hicieron todo mi proceso comencé con El Perdón, obtuve mi Residencia y ya hoy día soy ciudadano de los Estados Unidos Gracias a Ella. LE DOY TODAS LAS ESTRELLAS Y LA RECOMIENDO AL CIEN POR CIENTO!!!******
Posted by anonymous | March 28, 2023
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| Hired Attorney
Best Lowyer Ever
Attorney Gintare is a unique immigration lawyer and a highly recommended immigration attorney. From the first time I sat in her office to talk about my Adjustment of Status case she was very supportive and understanding with what i was going through she made fill secured and that is very important for an immigrant she guided me step by step till we have achieved the desired target she will fight for you like a shark with full confident and Faith as she believes in your struggles, very professional Lawyer with an amazing team. Thank You so much Attorny Gintare.
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Posted by Callie | May 23, 2022
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United for Ukraine Program
During high school I met a foreign exchange student on the first day of school from Ukraine. She, her husband, and 12 year old twins lived in Buch, Ukraine when their lives changed forever. Once the United for Ukraine program was announced it was decided my family would sponsor her and her children. I began to google the process and was overwhelmed. I found, by chance, an article on Gintare highlighting her teams support and guidance in the Unite for Ukraine program. They were involved quickly form the beginning. Gintare herself is from Ukraine and this is a very important issue for her in helping save lives of those displaced. I called the law firm and within minutes of leaving a message she called me personally to tell me they would help us through the process and file the paperwork pro- bono. We gathered all the information over a two day period. They filed the paperwork on Monday May 20, 2022. The approval came through Wednesday May 22, 2022. Gintare Grigaite and her team are a blessing. They answered all of our questions immediately and made the process smooth. Their knowledge, care, and compassion during a time of chaos for so many helped keep the nervousness of waiting at bay because we knew we had the backing of a team that knew and understood the process. I know you can apply by yourself but I would not have been able to file the paperwork as quickly or manage the process like they did for us. It was a huge piece of mind knowing someone who understood the program was doing the process for us. Vanessa and Gintare were personally involved throughout the process. After the process Gintare personally called and told us to reach out with any needs at any time. There are not enough stars to give in the review. Because truly it would be infinity.
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Posted by Motria | May 18, 2022
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No Fee Assistance Provided for Ukrainian Refugees
Attorney Gintare Grigaite provided an invaluable service to a Ukrainian Refugee mom and her teenage son. I requested assistance with applying for Sponsorship for a mother and son still living in Ukraine, during the current war. Ms. Grigaite replied to my email almost immediately and the necessary documents were prepared within a few days. I couldn't believe how quick and efficient her response was - and she kept her promise of not charging a fee for this humanitarian service. Incredible!! What an efficient legal practice and amazingly compassionate human being. I also want to mention how kind and patient Mr. Grigaite's legal assistant, Vanessa, was throughout this process.
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Posted by John Karanikolas | May 17, 2022
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Professional help for Ukrainian Refuges
I was looking for guidance with my offer to host Ukrainian refuges in the US through the Uniting for Ukraine government program and I found the law office of Grigaite & Abdelsayed on the internet. I was impressed that a law office would offer this advice and guidance for free to help Ukrainian people. I was even more impressed with the compassion, care and professionalism they showed during this process. Both Mrs Grinaite and her assistant Mrs Perez were very responsive, very helpful and completed the whole process in record time. I was stunned to see that the refuge got the Travel Authorization within a few days from the say they opened the case. My hat is off to Mrs Grigaite and her office for helping in this noble cause.
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Posted by Angela Perez | September 9, 2021
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Amazing Attorney - Gintare Grigaite
Attorney Gintare Grigaite is an outstanding Lawyer with a very thorough understanding of immigration law. She was able to instruct and direct me and my husband with the immigration process. No matter which situation we were facing, I felt confident that I was in great hands with Attorney Gintare Grigaite and her competent team/staff. Attorney Grigaite is extremely professional and very responsive to all our questions and needs. They have prepared my husband’s file with maximum effort, in a timely manner and very efficiently. I have received excellent service from Grigaite & Abdelsayed, LLC., Attorney Gintare Grigaite and her great team/staff have done a wonderful job with my husband’s immigration matters which culminated in acquiring the Permanent Resident Card and/or Green Card. Needless to say, that I’m highly satisfied with their superb service and work ethics. I am very thankful and grateful for the work performed by Attorney Grigaite and her team/staff of professionals. I can’t find enough words to thank them.
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Posted by Jay | May 14, 2021
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Client
Attorney Gintare and her Staff are wonderful and delightful to work with. I want to say "Thank You" to everyone from Gintare, Imee, Adam and everyone else. We truly appreciate all of your help, support and guidance. This whole immigration process was not easy, but you and your staff made it as seamless as possible. We are both Grateful and Appreciative of your hands-on guidance and support on each step. This is a great law firm, that will be able to handle all of your unique cases and questions.
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Posted by Mark | May 7, 2021
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Excellent lawyer.
Me and my wife was looking for lawyer who can help us and we found out that she was very good, we went to the office and miss Gintare was nice and kind to help us with our immigration situation, I was happy and my mind was at ease because we found someone who will help us and be honest to us about the situation and how they can help us..the staff is very friendly and I was glad and relieved that they can help me out..
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Posted by Leandro | April 11, 2021
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Immigration
Gintare is a good lawyer. I recommend her five stars to anyone who wants to getting their immigration case done. I had been around lawyers but not them help me. Wasting money on visit lawyers but none of them help me to get my green card. Gintare and the team work for her are so good. They were on top of my case. I want to say thank you all of you for your help me getting my green card and my wife green card too.
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Posted by Kingsley | March 23, 2021
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TERRIFIC ATTORNEY
My case was a dicey one, and i was not confident with the lawyer i was using at a time because he was not doing anything for me. Not until a man i respect so much introduced me to attorney Gintare, that was when everything changed for good. Very intelligent, smart and highly professional lady. During my interview she challenged the immigration officer when she was going hard on me, reminding her she was there as and observer and that she is asking too much, its only few lawyers will do that, she always want her clients to win and she always fight to ensure you get what you deserve. reach out to attorney Gintare if you want your case settled no matter how bad, believe me she will put you through. i highly recommend her and i will still use her for my citizenship because she made everything very easy for me. Thank you attorney Gintare.
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Posted by Jessica | March 23, 2021
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Phenomenal Immigration Lawyer
For years no one would take my husband's case, she was the first to give us hope. She very patient and explains things in simple detail. She explains the pros and the cons and gives all the information you need to make decision, so honest. One of the most important things I appreciate about Gintare is that she doesn't settle and puts in the extra effort to fight and come up with other routes for a solution. Best of all, what a team she has. Jasmine is a rock star... knowledgeable, precise, timely and consistent- just to name a few qualities. She's not alone Amy, Aura and Hanna have also been amazing to us. Gintare and her team are effective, compassionate, genuinely honest people ready to take on a challenge and be successful.
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Posted by Victor De Jesus | March 21, 2021
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Best immigration lawyer.
Gintare has been attentive and always prompt and concise with her answers and what we should expect/ or do at each step. She was able to address any of our concerns over changing immigration laws and travel restrictions under the preview administration. Additionally, she has a solid office with an amazing paralegal, Jazmin, staying on top of every aspect and guiding us through the process. Thank you so much for all of your hard work.
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Posted by Orlando | March 14, 2021
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Excelente servicio
Después de mucho trabajo y esfuerzo hoy tenemos los resultados. Gracias a la Abogada y su excelente equipo, ellos estuvieron siempre pendientes de nuestro caso Muchas Gracias!!! 100% recomendado .
Posted by Mari | March 13, 2021
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| Hired Attorney
Great Immigration Lawyer
Getting Atty. Gintare to work on my case is one of the best decisions I have ever made. I am originally from the Philippines and through the help of Atty. Gintare, with the great assistance of Ms Imee and the team, I am so glad and thankful that I finally received my “Green Card” this week. From the first consultation up to the processing of my case, Atty. Gintare really showed a great deal of professionalism and expertise and most importantly, her genuine compassion is truly amazing. I will never forget when she accompanied me and my husband to the interview, she showed us an inspirational book and she has this unique way of calming our nerves that has made us somehow relaxed by the time that we were called in. All the staff are very competent and nice. Ms Imee in particular who assisted me every step of the way did an excellent job, she is warm, efficient and quick to respond. It is for these reasons and a lot more that I highly recommend Atty. Gintare and her team. Thank you so much!
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Posted by Raul | March 3, 2021
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peticion y ajuste
Estoy muy feliz con los resultado de la doctora .despues de luchar.por mi caso .un caso dificil ,hemos llegado .a un buen .resultado,para mi y mi familia .un trabajo muy profecional .un saludo a la senora Jasmin .por su trabajo ,tambien .muy satisfecho. un muy buen grupo .de gente . que trabaja por nustra comunidad. Gracia Doctora por todo Raul , Monica y Familia.
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Posted by Vida | February 23, 2021
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Review
As labai nudziugau, kai suzinojau, kad yra imigracijos reikalus sprendzianti advokate p. Gintare. Ji labai profesionali, atidi, atsako i visus klausimus, suteikia pasitikejimo. Esu labai dekinga jai ir visam kolektyvui.
Posted by Sirlei almeida | February 19, 2021
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| Hired Attorney
Very professional, positive, fast working!
Very professional, gives the right legal advice,work fast ,good time work, positive,
Posted by Vale | February 19, 2021
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| Hired Attorney
Best Immigration Lawyer ever!!!
Gintare is a personable,professional and experienced immigration lawyer.Hard work,honesty,professionalism and genuine urge to help is what describe a good lowyer.I faund all of that in GINTARE&ABDELSAYED office.She helped me to apply for permanent residence and to get a green card.Gintare helped my husband to get citizenship. My husband and I are extremly happy with her and we would definitely recommend her.It was a great experience working with her. Thanks Gintare,God bless you.
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Posted by Miriam Nunez | February 10, 2021
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La mejor abogada de inmigracion!!!.
Me gusto todo el servicio que me ofrecieron y la atencion del el personal que trabajo con la aboga. Muy buena abogada y todo sobre mi caso salio perfecto. Muchas muchas gracia abogada Gintare y a su asistente Jazmin por todo. Gracias a ellos tengo el perdon de estar en los Estados Unidos ilegal.
Posted by Gabriela | January 27, 2021
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Excelente Representación a favor de mis derechos .
GRACIAS al talento y dedicación de la Abogada Gintare Grigaite y su equipo de trabajo ,que no se dieron por vencidos en favor de mis derechos ,después de mi deportación ,creí perderlo todo y hoy soy Residente Permanente , obtuve mi tarjeta y la grandiosa noticia en tiempos de pandemia durante el 2020 . Realmente mi experiencia con la oficina fue excelente . Salvaron mi estatus migratorio en USA . 100 % recomendables . Translation by google Excellent representation in favor of my rights. THANKS to the talent and dedication of Attorney Gintare Grigaite and her work team, who did not give up in favor of my rights, after my deportation, I thought I lost everything and today I am a Permanent Resident, I got my card and the great news in times of pandemic during 2020. My experience with the office was truly excellent. They saved my immigration status in the USA. 100% recommendable. Very grateful to my lawyer Gintare Grigaite
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Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Attorney
  • MetLife Legal Plans
  • 2015 - Present
  • Managing Partner
  • GRIGAITE & ABDELSAYED, LLC
  • 2012 - Present
  • Expert Immigration Attorney
  • www.JustAnswer.com
  • 2012 - Present
  • Judicial Clerkship
  • Hon. Larry D. Martin, New York State Supreme Court, NY
  • 2006 - 2006
  • Attorney
  • Clarke & Associates
  • 2006 - 2012
  • Judicial Clerkship
  • Hon. Randolph Jackson, New York State Supreme Court, NY
  • 2003 - 2003
  • Finance Intern
  • Merrill Lynch & Co.
  • 2002 - 2002
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Education

  • St John's University School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2008
  • St John's University
  • BS - Bachelor of Science
  • 2004

Legal Cases

  • OBTAINED SIGNIFICANT SETTLEMENT FOR SLIP AND FALL VICTIM
  • Slip and Fall Case Settled
  • OBTAINED APPROVAL FOR ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS FOR TPS APPLICANT
  • Adjustment of Status Case Approved
  • OBTAINED APPROVAL FOR WAIVER OF GROUNDS OF INADMISSIBILITY
  • WAIVER FOR GROUNDS OF INADMISSIBILITY APPROVED
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Associations

  • American Bar Association
  • Attorney Member
  • 2013 - Present
  • Lithuanian American Bar Association (LABAS)
  • Attorney Member
  • 2012 - Present
  • Hudson County Bar Association
  • Attorney Member
  • 2012 - Present
  • New Jersey State Bar Association
  • Attorney Member
  • 2012 - Present
  • American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
  • Attorney Member
  • 2006 - Present
  • Toastmasters International
  • President
  • 2006 - 2006
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Languages Spoken

  • Spanish
  • Lithuanian
  • Tagalog
  • Arabic
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Honors and Awards

  • America's Most Honored Professionals
  • The American Registry
  • 2019
  • Top 10 Immigration Attorney 2019
  • Attorney and Practice Magazine
  • 2019
  • Top-Rated Lawyer
  • AVVO
  • 2018
  • 10 Best Immigration Attorney - New Jersey
  • American Institute of Legal Counsel
  • 2017
  • Top Female Immigration Attorney in NJ
  • National Academy of Jurisprudence
  • 2016
  • The National Advocates: Top 40 Under 40 in Immigration Law
  • The National Advocates Top 100 Lawyers
  • 2016
  • 10 Best Law Firm for Client Satisfaction
  • American Institute of Personal Injury Lawyers
  • 2016
  • Top Contributor
  • AVVO
  • 2016
  • Client's Choice
  • AVVO
  • 2016
  • Superb Rated Attorney
  • AVVO
  • 2016
  • Lead Counsel Rated
  • Lead Counsel
  • 2016
  • Top 10 Attorney Award
  • National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
  • 2016
  • 10 Best Law Firm for Client Satisfaction
  • American Institute of Personal Injury Lawyers
  • 2015
  • Client's Choice
  • AVVO
  • 2015
  • Client's Choice
  • AVVO
  • 2014
  • Excellent Rated Attorney
  • AVVO
  • 2014
  • Client's Choice
  • AVVO
  • 2013
  • CALI Excellence Awards
  • CALI
  • 2008
  • Dean's List and Honor's Roll
  • St. John's University - Tobin College of Business
  • 2004
  • Honors Graduate
  • St. John's University - Tobin College of Business
  • 2004
  • Silver Medalist and Certificate of Honorable Merit
  • National Latin Association
  • 2004
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Publications

  • AMERICANO Newspaper
  • Immigration is Accepting Renewals for Deferred Action (DACA)
  • 2014
  • AMERICANO Newspaper
  • If You Are a Victim of Crime, Can Immigration Help You?
  • 2014
  • AMERICANO Newspaper
  • I Am In an Abusive Relationship and The Cycle Continues, What Can I Do?
  • 2014
  • AMERICANO
  • Interview with Immigration Lawyer Gintare Grigaite, Esq.
  • 2013
  • WhereItzAt
  • New Immigration Policy - Deferred Action Status for Young Illegal Immigrants a/k/a DREAMers
  • 2012
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Speaking Engagements

  • Iglesia De Dios
  • DAPA
  • 2015
  • Immigration Seminar
  • Immigration Seminar
  • 2015
  • Immigrant Rights
  • Immigration Is Accepting Renewals for Deferred Action (DACA)
  • 2014
  • Immigrant Rights
  • Comprehensive Immigration Reform
  • 2012
  • Immigrant Rights
  • DACA
  • 2012
  • Harvard Club of NYC
  • EB-5 Investment Visas
  • 2011
  • Specialty Roundtables at St. John's School of Law
  • Employment and Family Based Immigration
  • 2011
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Attorney endorsements

Received (103)
Given (122)
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Immigration Attorney | Jul 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Grigaite has gained great experience in a wide variety of immigration matters and has received high marks from her clients."
Immigration Attorney | Nov 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Immigration Attorney | Nov 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Unknown Attorney | Jul 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Immigration Attorney | Feb 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"A top-notch immigration attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
Immigration Attorney | Sep 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Ms. Grigaite is highly knowlegeable in the field of immigration law, an she knows how to properly assist her clients with these cases. I gladly endorse this lawyer."
Unknown Attorney | Jun 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Gintare is an excellent attorney. For immigration and personal injury she is a true professional. She is highly respected within the legal community and dedicated to delivering results for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."
Immigration Attorney | Apr 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Simply said Gintare Grigalte is a Superb Lawyer. If your injured in an accident or have an immigration problem you need to call her. I endorse her!"
Immigration Attorney | Apr 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms Grigaite is a very effective and passionate advocate for her clients"
Immigration Attorney | Apr 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Keen attention to detail with exceptional client service. I endorse this lawyer."
Unknown Attorney | Feb 20
Relationship: Other
"A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.I endorse this lawyer."
Unknown Attorney | Feb 05
Relationship: Other
"Hardworking and determined. I endorse this lawyer."
Immigration Attorney | Aug 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Grigaite has provided a wealth of clear answers on AVVO and is who I would recommend in the Hudson County area as relates to immigration law needs."
Unknown Attorney | Jul 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. An incredible advocate respected by peers and clients alike."
Family Attorney | Jul 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Family Attorney | May 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."
Unknown Attorney | May 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Grigaite is a skilled and respected member of the legal community. She is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of her clients."
Immigration Attorney | May 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
Immigration Attorney | Jan 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Attorney Grigaite spends a lot of time responding to questions posted on this website with informative and considerate answers which reflect a high degree of knowledge and expertise in immigration and other related issues. She shows compassion and a willingness to help clients during difficult times. I endorse this lawyer."
Family Attorney | Jan 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
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