Matthew Rice Glinsmann

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Matthew Rice Glinsmann

5.0
225 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 31 years

Immigration Lawyer at Gaithersburg, MD
Practice Areas: Immigration

12 Russell Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD

Virtual Consultation Available

About Matthew

Biography

Fixed Fee Services. We represent clients nationwide through remote meetings. Consistently Voted Best Lawyers' & Best Law Firms 2012 - 2025

Nationally Top Rated Immigration Lawyer

Practice Areas

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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Platinum Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 31 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Glinsmann & Glinsmann, Chartered

12 Russell Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD, 20877

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Matthew Rice Glinsmann's Reviews

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Posted by Marco | December 04, 2009

Review for Matthew Glinsmann for my immigration case

Mr. Glinsmann represented me for my immigration/citizenship case over the past year. He was extremely thorough, knowledgable and helpful in the attainment of my citizenship, keeping me well-informed and assisting in overcoming obstacles when they arose. He was instrumental in the process going very... smoothly. I greatly respect Mr. Glinsmann and highly recommend him to anyone considering his services.

Posted by anonymous | June 26, 2009

A pleasure to work with him

Not only is Mr. Glinsmann the best lawyer I have worked with, he has an exceptional staff. He explains everything completely and simply. He and his staff are friendly, keep us informed, never miss a deadline, and always give us a realistic outlook. They are a caring, professional firm. I have alread...y recommended them to others. Then you are dealing with frustrating government forms, procedures and waits it is reassuring to have Mr. Glinsmann handling the problems. It has been a pleasure and I only regret he was so efficient we don't see him or his staff much any more.

Posted by anonymous | June 24, 2009

Great Immigration Attorneys

Mr. Glinsmann's office surpassed my expectations by far. They are very knowledgeable and organized. Their greatest virtue is their interaction with clients. They sat with me multiple times and explained to me all my rights and options as detailed as I wanted. Many times repeating same answers they ga...ve me a month before. Their level of professionalism has been proven through my immigration cases which so far have been successful. I still have one pending and they are still showing great support.

Posted by Emanuel | October 06, 2009

True professionalism!

My wife and I contacted Matthew Glinsman in order for him to process my case, as we had recently got married and I was seeking to get my status changed to that of Permenant Resident. Because she had received her Permenant Resident Card through Matthew Glinsman a few years prior, and she remembered th...at the service was both excellent and efficient, she recommended to me that we consult his services once more. I admired his professionalism from the onset. His advice was consise and informative. On the day of the interview with USCIS, he was very helpful; guiding us through the process and at the same time keeping us relaxed. The approval came within five monthe of the inital date of submitting the petition. We are grateful for the guidance we got from Matthew Glinsman and would recommend his services to anyone seeking such.

Posted by anonymous | September 17, 2026

Not impressed

Here is a revised version of your review, written with a completely natural, human tone and entirely free of em dashes, hyphens used for dramatic effect, or typical AI stylistic phrasing: --- My experience with Glinsmann Immigration’s free initial consultation was disappointing and ultimately f...ailed to inspire confidence. Before the meeting, I completed a detailed online intake form. However, it quickly became apparent during the consultation that the information had not been reviewed. The attorney arrived late and was unprepared to discuss the specifics of my situation. Instead, the conversation felt completely standardized, featuring basic intake questions followed by an immediate pitch for an adjustment of status based almost entirely on my current visa category. When I inquired about the specific evidence and supporting documentation that would be prepared and filed, I received vague answers. Rather than a tailored legal strategy, the consultation felt like a sales presentation for a pre-packaged service. The quoted legal fees were very steep, and with separate USCIS filing fees, the total cost would have reached roughly $10,000. Compounding my concern, I was told that responding to any Request for Evidence would incur an additional charge. Because a request for evidence typically stems from missing or incomplete initial documentation, a separate fee structure for it felt troubling. It suggested the firm had little incentive to ensure the initial submission was thoroughly prepared, leaving the overall cost open-ended. I also experienced high-pressure sales tactics, including vague references to impending USCIS policy changes that were neither explained nor tied to my circumstances. Furthermore, the attorney displayed limited familiarity with vital immigration developments relevant to my case, such as policies surrounding the 75-country rule. Parts of the discussion were especially concerning, as they seemed to downplay the risks of overstaying or utilizing a nonimmigrant visa in ways potentially inconsistent with its intended purpose. I strongly advise anyone considering this firm to secure a second opinion and obtain written, case-specific guidance before moving forward. Following the consultation, I received an excessive volume of aggressive follow-up emails and phone calls inquiring about payment and when I would start the process. While this reflects solely my personal experience, I felt the consultation offered no meaningful legal guidance or careful assessment of my individual case.

Matthew Glinsmann

Replied last September 21, 2026

Thank you for sharing your feedback. I’m sorry your experience did not meet your expectations. Our complimentary consultations provide an initial assessment within a limited time. We do our best to address important and often complex issues, though these meetings cannot provide the comprehensive review involved in preparing a case. I would welcome the opportunity to hear more about your experience and where we could have communicated more clearly. Please feel free to contact me directly. Your feedback helps us improve. Matthew Glinsmann

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Matthew Rice Glinsmann's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Plummer

Immigration lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicole Hemrick

Immigration lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Other

"Mr. Glinsmann acted as the AILA liaison to the NBC on behalf of my law firm in a very complex immigration matter implicating the Child Status Protection Act. Mr. Glinsmann spent many hours conferring with the Lead Attorney at our office, Alexander V. Bibicheff, and speaking with the Immigration Services Officer at the NBC. Thanks to Mr. Glinsmann's extraordinary efforts, we received results far beyond expectations."

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Julia Osborne-Pikelny

Immigration lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Matthew worked quickly and efficiently with me, on a pro bono basis, to help to resolve a difficult situation with immigration officials. He got everything done in less than 48 hours! He saved my client a considerable amount of money and saved me a lot of time. He knows how to work through red tape!"

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Rachel Ullman

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2025

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2025

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Outstanding Service Award, American Immigration Lawyers Association, District of Columbia Chapter

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Attorney / Shareholder, Glinsmann & Glinsmann, Chartered

Associations

2009 - Present

Bar Association of Montgomery County, Immigration Section

Chair

1996 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

1995 - Present

Bar Association of Montgomery County

Member

2006 - 2007

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington D.C. chapter)

Chair

2006 - 2007

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Board of Governors

2005 - 2006

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington D.C. chapter)

Chair Elect

2004 - 2005

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington D.C. chapter)

Vice-Chair

2003 - 2004

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington D.C. chapter)

Secretary

2002 - 2007

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington D.C. chapter)

Executive Committee

2002 - 2003

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington D.C. chapter)

Treasurer

Sample of Legal Cases

Naturalization after USCIS Challenge to Continuous Residence:

Approved

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Education

1994

University of Maryland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

University of Maryland

BS - Bachelor of Science

N/A

Georgetown University Law Center

Speaking Engagements

2009

Law Day

Immigration Complaince, Enforcement & Descrimination

2008

MICPEL - Immigraton Nuts & Bolts

Employment-Based Residency & Employer Immigration Compliance

2008

AILA National Immigration Conference

Labor Certification - Ask the Experts

2007

Maryland Institute for Continuing Professional Education of Lawyers Lecture

Employment-Based Residency

Languages

English

Spanish

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