Matthew Joseph Merrick

Matthew Joseph Merrick

also known as Matt Merrick

5.0
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 24 years

Immigration Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Immigration

1325 Avenue of the Americas, 28th Floor, New York, NY

About Matthew

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

All immigration-related matters, including, Family-Based Immigration, Consular Processing, Hardship Waivers, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), Asylum and Refugee Protection, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), Special Immigrant Juveniles, Immigration Options for Victims of Crime, VAWA Self-Petitions, LGBT Immigration, Criminal immigration issues, Employment-Based Immigration, Work Visas, Citizenship & Naturalization

25 years

100%

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 24 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2001

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Merrick Immigration Law PLLC

1325 Avenue of the Americas, 28th Floor, New York, NY, 10019

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Matthew Joseph Merrick's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

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Posted by Talbot | November 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Immigration Lawyer

I can't recommend Matt more. He helped me sort my green card as well as a re entry permit, against all the odds. I had so many issues and yet he managed to resolve them all. He didn't go the extra mile or bend over backwards, he back flipped for thousands of miles or more. If your issue is related to... US immigration, Matt is your man.

Posted by Sam | May 13, 2021 | Consulted Attorney

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

Comprehensive and thoughtful

I consulted with Matt regarding the immigrant visa petition I submitted on my wife's behalf. After we discussed the details of my wife's case, he detailed possible scenarios we may encounter during this immigration process and courses of action for each one. Talking with him was illuminating; I hadn'...t known much, if anything, about some of the intricacies of the US immigration system before speaking with him. Even when his analysis may have been difficult for me to process at times, he advised in empathetic bites and followed up with me later to reconcile any fears I may have had. I not only recommend Matt to anyone looking to navigate the immigration process, but I am following up with Matt further because after only one consultation, I find his perspective and approach indispensible.

Posted by Felix | July 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Perfect Immigration Attorney to work with

I came into contact with Matt Merrick after my marriage immigration case have been denied and messed up by my first attorney. I told him everything about my case and how saddened I was due to the duration my application have pended. Matt was very patient and explained all my questions by given me the... best options to take for my case. After the first consultation I had with him, I was convinced to hire him to work on my application. We started the case processing to refile to immigration as suggested. Matt was very detailed in answering all my questions, and briefed me on a lot of vital points for my case. His paralegal, JOHNNY, was awesome! Very professional in handling all cases and applications. Johnny also packaged my application very nicely according to USCIS procedure. Matt was always available to respond to my questions, and I often receives updates on the of my case from him. Matt legal fees are reasonable considering the services he rendered to me. Comparing him to other lawyers I have worked with, I can boldly say, MATT MERRICK is the best of all. With his excellent services, I would recommend him as the suitable attorney to handle any immigration cases. Would love to work with him every time.

Posted by Paul | April 2, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

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

Great human being!

Matt Merrick was a very good immigration lawyer for our needs. He was excellent at listening to our (rather complicated) situation and helping us to both better understand our position, and offer productive, practical solutions. Matt is incredibly friendly and easy to talk with and I happily recommen...d him.

Posted by Arnab | March 11, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

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

Matt is lovely to work with

I called Matt about my green card and naturalization application. Matt was patient and attentive as I explained my situation and asked some of my questions. He was thorough in answering all my questions, he anticipated some of my follow-up questions, and gave me a few options on what to do next and e...xplained them in detail. His services are very reasonably priced as well, and I would be happy to work with him again.

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Matthew Joseph Merrick's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nathaniel Howard

Immigration lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"Matthew's extreme competence as an attorney is wonderfully matched by his warmth and consideration as a person. He is widely recognized for his indefatigable spirit and dedication to his clients, and his great record of success in securing positive outcomes is a reflection of this diligence."

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Rebecca Bodony

Immigration lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"Matt is an exceptionally intelligent and thorough lawyer. He is a leading expert on all family-related immigration matters. I endorse him without hesitation."

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Andres Lemons

Immigration lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Matt Merrick is an excellent lawyer and person. I have known him for several years now and can confidently say that his skills and work ethic are at the top."

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Abhinav Lohia

Immigration lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"Matt is an experienced immigration attorney. He is exceptional with Family, Asylum and LGBT immigration cases."

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Rachel Einbund

Immigration lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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A. McCaffrey

Immigration lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tsui Yee

Immigration lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Matthew for several years and have found him to be an extremely dedicated immigration attorney who truly cares for his clients. I highly endorse Matthew and would recommend him to any client."

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Eve Guillergan

Immigration lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Matthew professionally. He is a hard-working attorney who is committed to helping his clients. He is also very passionate about immigration law. I endorse this lawyer."

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Fabio Silva

Immigration lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Friend

"I have known Matt for more than 15 years. He is among the most knowledgeable, dedicated and hard-working attorneys I know, and is sincerely committed to helping his clients. I would highly recommend Matt to anyone."

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Mark Davies

Immigration lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Matthew is an outstanding immigration lawyer. His training in an Amlaw 100 law firm give him a thorough background and training that truly distinguish him and enable him to deliver superior services to his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2007

Safe Haven Award, Immigration Equality

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Of Counsel, Davies & Associates

2012 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Matt Merrick Esq.

2012 - 2015

Staff Attorney, CUNY Citizenship Now!

2008 - 2011

Director, In-House Counsel, BNP Paribas

2001 - 2008

Counsel, O'melveny & Myers, LLP

1998 - 2000

Law Clerk, Arnold & Porter, LLP

1988 - 1998

Editor - Legal Publications, Commerce Clearing House

Associations

2013 - Present

Bronx Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2001 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

Association of the Bar of New York City

Member

2008 - 2012

Lesbian and Gay Law Association of Greater New York

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Citizenship Granted Early

Naturalization Application was approved after just 2 years

Hardship Waiver for Same-Sex Spouse of US Citizen

The I-601A hardship waiver was approved, and the foreign national is now a lawful permanent resident.

Fiance Visa - Waiver Granted

Petiiton for Fiance visa, with Waiver, approved

Asylum

Asylum granted for HIV+ gay man from Honduras

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Education

2000

Georgetown University Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

University of Nebraska, Lincoln

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Immigration Forum

Immigration Law

Publications

1994

Sentencing Commission Takes on Corporate Crime, Federal Ethics Report Editor

Languages

Spanish

English

Portuguese

Activity

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