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 6 - 10 of 16 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Magatte | February 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

One of the best, hands down

My wife and I hired Eric Singer to help us through obtaining a green card for me through marriage. As we know USCIS is going through a backlog of applications, our took a total of 235 days for me to get the card. Eric was with us throughout this process and followed up with us constantly. He took the... initiative of contacting USCIS and my local senator when my case for the work permit was over 120 days and we haven't heard any updates. As great of a person and lawyer he is, he constantly checked in with us to see if my senator's office are getting things done. Unfortunately, my senator's office inquired about my green card and not my work permit so they just told me to keep waiting as we were at 200 days and still waiting for my EAD. Eric jumped right in and couple weeks later, my work permit was approved. I don't know what he told my senator's office but all I have to say is Thank you Eric for caring. My wife and son are very grateful of what you have done for us. So if you need an Immigration lawyer, don't hesitate and hire Eric H. Singer. He will fight for you.

Posted by anonymous | September 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Highly recommended

I was applying for naturalization and had some concerns about how to navigate the process with an arrest in my past. I spoke with Eric on the phone about it, and while his opinion was that I should have no problem with that particular issue, he offered to check over my N-400 and "hold my hand" durin...g the interview. I accepted, and Eric was very thorough and professional. His support gave me peace of mind, and I made it through the naturalization process without a hitch. Despite being what I assume must be a very busy man, Eric is amazingly fast to respond to phone calls and emails. I would heartily recommend him to anyone in need of immigration help.

Posted by Evgeniya | August 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent Attorney!

We were very lucky to hire Eric as an immigration attorney for our 86-year-old handicapped mother after reading his stellar reviews on Avvo. Without doubt, our case would have never been resolved without his professionalism and energy. Although our situation was quite unusual, Eric approached the cas...e with empathy and subsequently did not charge any additional fees even though achieving a favorable result clearly required far more effort than anyone could have initially expected. Eric made a truly heroic effort in helping us to obtain a neurologist’s written statement about our mom’s health which allowed her to take the U.S. naturalization exam in her native language. Even after she had passed the exam, however, USCIS would not follow up with subsequent steps for months. Eric filed two petitions with our state senator and - can you believe this - an exception was made for our mom and she was allowed to get fingerprinted and take the Oath of Allegiance from the comfort of her home, something we certainly appreciated, but previously did not even think was an option. Eric is an extremely professional, honest and responsible lawyer who takes his client’s needs personally. In our case, he made what had seemed impossible not only possible, but also much more tolerable. A big thank you to Eric from our family!

Posted by Gil | June 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

An exceptional attorney

I had the fortune to have Mr. Singer as my immigration attorney. Although my situation was quite complex with various potential pitfalls, Eric was able to guide my naturalization application skillfully through the process to a successful outcome. I was impressed with his knowledge of immigration laws... and regulations, and his ability to navigate the bureaucracy. In particular, his experience and ability to reach out to immigration officials were very reassuring and valuable. He was approachable, always quick to respond to calls and emails and genuinely cared about my case. In addition, his rates are reasonable. I strongly recommend him.

Posted by anonymous | November 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

A very professional and responsible immigration

Mr. Singer is a very professional immigration lawyer with great integrity. He help us win a difficult case. We are deeply impressed by his dedication and commitment to his work. He is very detail oriented and comprehensive thinking. For our case, Mr. Singer took a lot of time to prepare all kinds of ...documents and explain to us patiently various possible outcomes and countermeasures. For our hardship, he is full of compassion and kindness. Ever since we first met him, we feel that he is a trustworthy and exceptional lawyer. Mr. Singer exhibits a realistic and practical style, not boasting, hiding or exaggerating. We thank God leading us to meet Mr. Singer and we would highly recommend him.

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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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