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also known as Matt Merrick
Matt Merrick is an immigration attorney serving the needs of individuals, families, businesses and the community. With more than a decade of legal experience, Matt offers knowledgeable and professional representation to those seeking advice on U.S. immigration law or in need of representation in immigration legal proceedings. Matt is fluent in Spanish.
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Acquired: 2001
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1325 Avenue of the Americas, 28th Floor, New York, NY, 10019
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Posted by Talbot | November 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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...
Posted by Sam | May 13, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
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'...
Posted by Felix | July 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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...
Posted by Paul | April 2, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
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...
Posted by Arnab | March 11, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
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...
"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."
"Matt is an exceptionally intelligent and thorough lawyer. He is a leading expert on all family-related immigration matters. I endorse him without hesitation."
"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."
"Matt is an experienced immigration attorney. He is exceptional with Family, Asylum and LGBT immigration cases."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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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2007
Safe Haven Award, Immigration Equality
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
2013 - Present
Bronx Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2001 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Association of the Bar of New York CityMember
2008 - 2012
Lesbian and Gay Law Association of Greater New YorkBoard Member
Naturalization Application was approved after just 2 years
The I-601A hardship waiver was approved, and the foreign national is now a lawful permanent resident.
Petiiton for Fiance visa, with Waiver, approved
Asylum granted for HIV+ gay man from Honduras
2000
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2014
Immigration Law
2003
1994
Spanish
English
Portuguese
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