Eric H Singer

Eric H Singer

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 29 years

Immigration Lawyer at Washington, DC
Practice Areas: Immigration

5335 Wisconsin Ave., NW, Suite 440, Washington, DC

About Eric

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Removal and deportation defense; family-based immigration; appeals before the Board of Immigration Appeals; petitions for review before the U.S. federal circuits.

29 years | 2,716 cases

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 450-550 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 24 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2001

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 29 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1997

Inactive - Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Singer Immigration Law

5335 Wisconsin Ave., NW, Suite 440, Washington, DC, 20015

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Eric H Singer's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

83 Client Reviews

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Showing 46 - 48 of 48 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by ghazalybonnie | March 10, 2015 | Immigration

The Professional Genius

We got a Denial for the I 485, through a recommendation to call Eric, we did and it was the best decision we ever made, not knowing how to handle our situation, Eric jumped in and started helping us right away. All he asked is that we be completely honest with him. We have learned a lot through Eric... educating us on immigrations laws, and how things are suppose to be handled, we appreciate all that he has done for our family. We recommend to anyone needing help with immigration laws, to call him, you are in good hands, and you can trust he will do the best for you, and that your not alone in your situation. He is a genius when dealing with immigration. Call him Seriously he is the best.

Posted by anonymous | February 18, 2014 | Immigration

Excellent attorney!

I am very grateful to Eric Singer for helping me obtaining my Green Card. My application (EB-2 National Interest Waiver) was submitted to USCIS at the end of December 2011 and I received my Green Card at the beginning of June 2012. He was extremely kind, knowledgeable and efficient. He explained ...the immigration process with simple words and he was always available to answer my questions. I highly recommend him to everyone!

Posted by Ramin | February 11, 2014 | Immigration

Simply The Best Immigration Attorney!

Eric is the most caring, knowledgeable, and hard working attorney that, I've had the pleasure of hiring to assist me with my immigration needs. His fees are fair and his passion for helping his clients is transparent. I owe him for his diligent and unwavering efforts in assisting me with earning my c...itizenship when all other attorney's simply took my money and accomplished absolutely nothing! I commend him highly if you're looking for an immigration attorney. You simply won't find a better ally!

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Eric H Singer's Lawyer Endorsements

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C. Sei-Hee Arii

Immigration lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with Eric on several criminal matters with possible immigration consequences. He is not only thorough and diligent, he is compassionate. When you or someone you know is facing immigration consequences, you will be fortunate to have Eric on your side. I highly endorse Eric!"

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Kristin Henrikson

Appeals lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I fully endorse Eric Singer as an appellate attorney for either Maryland or DC. His research and writing skills are top notch. And he's a dedicated and cost effective advocate. I also do appellate work and am fortunate to have him as a sounding board when I need it."

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Ali Herischi

Immigration lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Other

"Eric has a great reputation for handling matters thoroughly and with care for his clients."

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Gary Gerstenfield

Immigration lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Eric is an excellent Immagration lawyer who has the drive, determination and skill to make the impossible case - possible!"

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Joel Hoffman

Immigration lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Eric for many years and have worked with him on.several cases with mutual clients. I have always found Eric to be knowlegeable, honest and creative . He is a problem solver and works very hard for his clients I highly recommend him to the general public and to other attorneys in need of his expertise. endorse this lawyer."

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Gary Stein

Appeals lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Eric Singer is a smart, talented lawyer. He's a zealous advocate for his clients with superb research, writing and courtoom skills."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2008

Pro Bono Servce Award for Outstanding Appellate Advocacyy, U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops

2000

Outstanding Pro Bono Service Award, Montgomery County Bar Foundation

Associations

2009 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

1998 - Present

Montgomery County Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Edery v. Edery, 73 A.3d 1229 (Md. Spec. App. 2013)

Heit v. Stansbury, 81 A.3d 639 (Md. Spec. App. 2013)

Edery v. Edery, 996 A.2d 961 (Md. Spec. App. 2010)

Curtis v. Gordon, 980 A.2d 1238 (D.C. 2009)

Hutchins v. Compton, 917 A.2d 680 (D.C. 2007)

Chesters v. Wells-Snowden, 444 F. Supp.2d 342 (D. Md. 2006)

Backoulas-Spring v. Mukasey, 290 Fed. Appx. 590 (4th Cir. 2008)

United States v. Burroughs, 161 Fed. Appx. 13 (D.C. Cir. 2005)

Alpharma v. Pennfield Oil, Co., 411 F.3d 934 (8th Cir. 2005)

Andrx Pharms., Inc. v. Biovail Corp. Int'l, 256 F.3d 799 (D.C. Cir. 2002)

Hunter v. Crocetti, 2000 WL 33249939 (D. Md. 2000)

In re Khammay Latsavong, 1999 WL 3486438 (BIA)

In Re Andre Toyo Campbell, 2005 WL 6075587 (BIA)

In re Chattem Chemicals, 71 Fed. Reg. 9834 (Feb. 27, 2006)

Matter of Espinosa Guillot, 25 I. & N. Dec. 653 (BIA 2011)

Matter of Rehman, 27 I. & N. Dec. 124 (BIA 2017)

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Education

1996

George Mason University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Columbia University

M. Phil

1985

Yale University

M.A.

1983

Columbia University

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2010

MSBA Immigration Law Section Webinar

Reivew and Analysis of Due Procedual Due Process Claims

2010

AILA (DC Chapter) Fall 2010 Conference

Motions to Reopen

Publications

2013

Bender's Immigration Bulletin Warning: This Article May Better Inform You About Strickland's Prejudice Prong in Post-Conviction Relief Cases After Padilla v. Kentucky

2012

Bender's Immigration Bulletin The Muddle of Determining Moral Turpitude after Silva-Trevino

2011

Maryland Bar Journal Vacating Affidavit Judgments Under Rule 3-306(d): The Notice is Wrong

2011

Maryland Bar Journal Iranian Dress Designer Denied Asylum: Hard Lessons on Motions to Reopen

2011

MSBA Family Law Newsletter Unconscionably Disparate Indefinite Alimony Awards: Challenge the Standard of Review

2003

For the Defense Does Materiality Still Matter? Literally False Advertising under the Lanham Act, For the Defense

2001

Administrative Law and Regulatory News Re-reading Smiley v. Citibank: What Constitutes “Official Agency Position”?

2000

29 Sw. U.L. Revi Inadmissibility and Unlawful Reentry After Deportation – Still Confused After All These Years

Languages

Spanish

English

Portuguese

French

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