Matthew Rice Glinsmann

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Matthew Rice Glinsmann

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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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+ 12
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 Elvis Chec | November 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Outstanding Immigration Firm

Glinsmann Immigration: The law firm practices immigration law exclusively – Consequently, they can focus on what they do and know best: the United States immigration law. This was the exact reason we hired Glinsmann and his team to help me obtain permanent citizenship in the United States after going... through their website and reviews. They were exceptionally responsive - provided their cell phone numbers and responded and answered our questions anytime because they understood the importance of our case. They filed four applications in total for us: Permanent resident (Green Card), Removal of Conditions, and Naturalization. The process was laborious and bureaucratic – it sacred me. Still, Glinsmann and his team were extremely supportive, professional, and competent; they made the procedure go very effortlessly. They are skilled in U.S. immigration policy and kept up with the up-to-date developments in immigration law. From our first discussion with the team, I knew instantly that they were the right one for us – because of their enthusiasm and devotion. Their enthusiasm for the work conveys confidence. They explained and addressed, including all our worries about the processes with ease. The team never complains about our many ‘naïve” questions but were polite and attentive. I am now a US citizen. The entire process was less than five years. In a nutshell, Mr. Glinsmann and his team are knowledgeable, smart, honest, passionate, and kind-hearted.

Matthew Glinsmann

Replied last November 13, 2020

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Posted by Muhammad | April 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

I would highly recommend this firm

Mr. Glinsmann and his staff are exceptional. I would recommend their services for immigration. Everyone I had the pleasure of working with (Karla, Aurora, Gabriella, and Jimena), was very friendly, patient, and professional. They always kept me informed, involved and up to date on every process of my... application from the start to finish. I am now on my next step to becoming a U.S citizen and I am very grateful or having them part of my team.

Posted by Natalie | March 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

My Immigrant visa

Matthew Glinsmann and his team are fantastic! very professional and always kept it straight with my husband and I. They were very proactive and we never felt for once that we were not being served. My interview date fell on the 27th February right after the presidential proclamation , nervously we co...nsulted with he and his team, they were very calm and stuck to the merits of our case. I am happy to say that we now have our approval and a dream come true!!! Thank you Matthew Glinsmann, Gabriella, Aura and Karla and indeed the whole team, you all made it so easy. We will definitely recommend you with pleasure to anyone we know needs this service.

Posted by Veneta | April 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Outstanding Immigration Attorney

The choice to use the services of Mattew Glinsman`s and the team was the best decision we made. Their good customer service began from the start and was consistent for over 3 years. Mr. Glinsmann and team were always on top of my case making sure we were the first to know everything that was going on... with the case. They always had a solution to every problem that we have been through. I have had other lawyers but none could touch Mr. Glinsmann`s attention to detail, professionalism and work ethic. I would highly recommend Glinsmann`s Law as an Immigration Attorney. Thank you Team Mattew for everything that you have done for me and our family. Veneta & Tim

Posted by anonymous | June 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best Attorney in Immigration

Mr. Matthew is very professional. We are very lucky to have Mr. Matthew for our Green Card case. I believe he is the best immigration lawyers out here. Mr. Matthew has very good experience in immigration law. When I went for my green card interview, the officer was very pleased to see how everything ...is in order. If you are looking for a great immigration lawyer, look no further! Glinsmann Immigration is truly amazing. They are super attentive and dedicated. They are always available via email or phone, answers all the questions in details, and during meetings - Mr.Matthew will spend extra time with you to discuss any matter you have. He will be in touch, guiding you through the whole process until full success.I highly recommend to use Glinsmann Immigration services if you need help in your immigration process.

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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:

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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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