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Matthew Joseph Merrick
also known as Matt Merrick
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Biography
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.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Immigration
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26 years
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Licensed in New York for 25 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Merrick Immigration Law PLLC
1325 Avenue of the Americas, 28th Floor, New York, NY, 10019
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Posted by david@anthony | March 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
outstanding immigration law firm
Matt did a very outstanding job with our case. We were seeking a fiancé(e) visa for Anthony to come to the United States, and our case posed some significant challenges, since our relationship had been entirely online, and it was impossible for us to meet in person. Matt was clear about the difficu...
Posted by Mario | March 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Highly recommend - Diligent, knowledgable, and responsive
Matt did an excellent job. I was seeking a green card via my marriage status, and he was very instrumental in guiding me (and my partner) through the process. He was very respensive everytime I had a question or concern, and was proactive in reaching out to me every step of the way. He is clearly ver...
Posted by David | January 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Citizenship!
Mr Merrick handled my citizenship case, he was very knowledgeable, professional and attentive to details during the process. I will definitely recommend him to anyone who is looking for an immigration attorney.
Matthew Joseph Merrick's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
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"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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Experience
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 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
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
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
2003
Columbia Business Law Review
Current Developments in Sherman Act Section 2 Conduct Cases
1994
Sentencing Commission Takes on Corporate Crime, Federal Ethics Report
Editor
Languages
Spanish
English
Portuguese
Activity
Legal Answers