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 31 - 35 of 48 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Camille | September 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Great lawyer, you absolutely want him

From the get go Eric was really prepared, at our consultation meeting he had already done research on the country and had printed 3 documents of general info on my case. He was always timely and informed me at every step to the best of his ability. He clearly knows what he’s doing and has been doing ...this for a long time. Overall my experience with Eric was superb.

Posted by anonymous | August 16, 2018 | Immigration

Great Attorney

I called Eric with on naturalization and soon realized I was a great attorney. He took the time to listen to the circumstance around my case, then proceeded to evaluate and explain strategies. He provided me with the facts I needed, with a little sense of humor to ease the delivery of potential serio...us and life changing consequences. He didn’t rush or push for retainer, he was more interested in explaining the legal issues around my case, risks, and recommended course of action. In the end, he suggested I scout around different attorneys for a consensus on the best strategy. He even offered a few colleagues to start off. I’ll follow Eric’s direction on scouting, but already have a good feeling about him and will most likely retain him for his services.

Posted by anonymous | June 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

My experience with Eric Singer

Eric Singer helped me with a rather complicated immigration case, and represented me on matters in front of both the District Court and local field office. The results were extremely satisfactory and I wanted to share my experience with this review. Immigration cases are often very personal. They ...could have profound impact on families and lives. My case was no exception. What I was most impressed with Eric’s handling of my case, was his willingness to empathize my problems and his ability to attune to my anxieties throughout the process. He understood the gravity of the immigration case, and it was not just another client and another case. This was above and beyond the intellectually mastering my case and eventually achieving the best outcome. Before I decided to hire Eric, I reached out to and received assessment from multiple law firms, including a premier boutique firm in Washington DC. Eric provided the most logical and reasonable assessment, which was proved accurate through every step that followed. He had a canny sense of being right about what would be next in the process of my case. That was both reassuring and comforting. It was one of my best decisions to work with Eric. He is a great lawyer!

Posted by Kathleen | May 01, 2018 | Immigration

Unusual Case - Singer's Advice Got Visa Approval

My new son-in-law (JH) is a UK citizen, and we wanted him to be able to come to the US for a family vacation on a visa. My daughter could not start the spousal immigration process because JH would not be allowed to enter the country until that was complete, and he would miss the vacation. To compli...cate matters, he works for a US company but does the work in the UK. He was denied an ESTA probably for reasons they thought he would skirt the immigration process since he was recently married to a US citizen and works for a US company. JH did intend to return to the UK after 8 weeks as he had various responsibilities there to complete before immigrating to the US. We consulted with Mr. Singer who acknowledged that this case was unusual, and that a visa approval was a long shot, but our only option. He suggested applying for a B-2 visa and going to the interview with a notebook full of evidence showing that my son-in-law would be returning to the UK after 8 weeks. Mr. Singer wrote an overview letter referencing tabs in the evidence notebook. The interview day arrived, and we all hoped for the best but expected the worst. Surprise! JH was well prepared by Mr. Singer and was APPROVED for his B-2 visa! I would highly recommend Mr. Singer as he is very knowledgeable about visas and immigration, very personable, and his fees are reasonable. We will be consulting with him during the immigration process as well.

Posted by Veronica | February 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Green Card on the way Thank you

My husband and i hired MR.Singer for helping us with The application for adjustment of status thru marriage.i overstayed my tourist visa so we were a bit worried but Mr.Singer did a good job and now I m waiting for my green card coming in the mail in less than 10days!!!After 8 months we are finally a...t the end..He is very kind and professional I raccomend him for any of your immigration issues!

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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

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Spanish

English

Portuguese

French

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