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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Practice Area

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Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2024 2022
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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 Millie | February 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Attentive to accuracy and detail

Mr. Glinsmann and his team are a pleasure to work with. They are very organized, they communicate clearly, and they explain what the process will look like from the beginning. Also, Mr. Glinsmann and his team are very responsive, so I always knew I would get my questions answered. I highly recommend ...Mr. Glinsmann to anyone who needs an immigration attorney.

Posted by Phuong | February 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Excellent service

The team have done an excellent work on my case and they provide us with care and the most helpful information to make it easier. It have been a wonderful time and definitely recommended for everyone

Posted by anonymous | February 06, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Top notch professionalism for a very reasonable price

We are extremely satisfied with the exceptional job done by Matthew Glinsmann and his team, especially Jimena. In short, Glinsmann Immigration offers an up-front flat fee and provides a highly competent and generous service through it. They helped us to achieve our goal through an incredibly seaml...ess process that was very transparent/clear, professional, and supportive. Our situation was particularly complex given pandemic-related challenges, and we had no idea how to navigate the convoluted process during that time. Many of our questions were specific to our circumstance and we couldn't afford to make guesses here or there based on the limited information available on public websites or online forums. But, it was not a problem for Glinsmann. He understood the legal landscape inside-out and, without hesitation, presented a customized strategy for us to pursue. Over the following months, Matthew and his paralegal, Jimena, walked us through every step of the process with extraordinary clarity, kindness, and support. Matthew is incredibly knowledgeable, competent, and capable in driving solutions forward. He always knew what to do, especially for the more complicated questions and potential pitfalls. We felt safe and secure every step of the way. Jimena helped us with our detailed questions and was extremely knowledgeable, responsive, and professional. She was always available by phone - or would call us back as soon as she could - to answer our specific questions. She demonstrated a very strong knowledge of the content and, in consultation with Matthew, would always quickly and easily help us to solve whatever question we encountered. We could tell she was highly trained and capable, a kind soul who really cares, and a real pleasure to work with. Though the interactions were more limited, we were also impressed with the other members of the team. Our discussion with Karla early in the process helped sell us to pursue Glinsmann's services. Karla's knowledge, quick thinking, and can-do mindset convinced us of the professionalism of Matthew's team. We also had several interactions with Gabriella and always encountered the utmost professionalism, support, and clarity in communication. Matthew's team - Jimena, Gabriella, and Karla - is truly top notch. We have recommended Glinsmann Immigration to our family and friends. We couldn't be happier with their competence and professionalism.

Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best Immigration Attorney in the DMV

Mr. Glinsmann is very professional, knowledgeable, and is a pleasure to work with. He makes you feel very comfortable and guides you through the whole process. The firm is very organized with paperwork and my application was filed very thoroughly. Mr. Glinsmann and his staff, Gabriella, are also bo...th very highly responsive with my questions and give very good instructions through every step. Overall, I was very happy with Mr. Glinsmann and his team for the entire process, from the first phone consultation to the very end when my case finally got approved. I highly recommend Mr. Glinsmann and his firm!

Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

IMMIGRATION ISSUES? Contact Glinsmann

The best immigration Attorney. He made a complex situation look so simple. Very professional and friendly staff always available at a minutes notice

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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

Activity

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