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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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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Posted by Fawaz | May 29, 2015 | Immigration

The Law oofice of Mathew Glinsmann

Mr. Glinsmann and his team prepared and filed my case and they kept me informed with what is going on. They were very knowledgeable and advised me from day one what to expect . I recommend using this lawyer and I will come back when it is time to file for citizenship.

Posted by Bharati | May 03, 2015 | Immigration

Best Immigration Attorney in the DC/MD/VA area

I personally experienced Mr. Glinsmann’s professional and expert representation in handling my naturalization application. He pays great attention to detail has an efficient and prompt staff and makes sure that the application sails through to a successful conclusion. He understands the law very wel...l, but also has a mastery of the unwritten law. While I was waiting for my interview I observed that many of the USCIS Officers would come up and greet him and he is on a first name basis with many of them and it was obvious that he is highly respected by them. Clearly, the officer has to follow the law and make a decision based on the merits of the case, but having Mr. Glinsmann in the room with me gave me a great deal of confidence in the interview. The Officer knows that if you are a Glinsmann client you have a well prepared application that is complete with all the necessary evidence and supporting material. I recommend Mr. Glinsmann highly and there is no doubt why he has developed a reputation as one of the best Immigration Attorneys I, the DC/MD/VA area.

Posted by boaz | March 17, 2015 | Immigration

Got Green Card in 6 Months of Hard Work of Mr. Matthew R. Glinsmann & His Team

I told him to work on my case right after free consultation. He did wonderful Job and very knowledgeable in all immigration issues. Never talked about money after fixed Fee Paid.. (Happy with low fee) Got Green card in 6 Months after hard work of Mr. Glinsmann and his Team Thank you for your Sup...port

Posted by DeeDee | August 31, 2014 | Immigration

Outstanding Immigration Lawyer with a great team working for him!

Mr. Matthew R. Glinsmann provided exceptional legal representation. My husband and I appreciated how he and his team worked in a very well organized and timely matter to guide us through the process of a family-based permanent residency. Mr. Glinsmann and his team were very helpful throughout and ev...en put in extra effort and time to help us build a strong and successful case. His vast experience in the field made us feel very comfortable and well-prepared when we went for our interview. He handled our case with much professionalism and earned our full trust, especially through his calm and honest, yet friendly way. We will definitely contact Mr. Glinsmann again for help when it is time to remove conditions from my permanent residence and when preparing for the naturalization process. We highly recommend Mr. Glinsmann and his team to anyone who has immigration related issues. Thank you so much for making our dream come true!

Posted by anonymous | April 24, 2014 | Immigration

A terrific of Immigration Lawyer!

I applied for citizenship in August 2009, went for the Interview in the end of October 2009. On January 5, 2010 I got a letter that my application is denied and I was given 30 days to appeal or face..... I knew I had to get some help. I reseached for lawyers online, after reading some reviews, I... called Glinsmann Law firm. The receptionist was friendly, the first appointment was a free 30 minutes initial consultation! After consultation I hired Mr. Glinsman to work on my case. He researched and presented new facts that sealed a case in my favor! The firm charges a flat fee for service, Very knowledgable, detailed and transparent. He provided me with options and communicates all the steps ahead. The bottom line is he got the job done and I became citizen on Febr 2011. Thank you for your Good work Matthew Glinsman!

Matthew Glinsmann

Replied last April 24, 2014

Thanks for a great review! It was my pleasure to assist you with your important immigration matter and to have been able to offer you a free initial consultation in your case. We are happy to continue offering free consultations with limited availability to qualified cases. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer free consultations to all potential clients. Please be sure to let anyone you refer to our firm know that they can call our office to find out if we can assist them and if they qualify for a free consultation.

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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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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

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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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