Matthew Rice Glinsmann

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Matthew Rice Glinsmann

5.0
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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 anonymous | August 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Well versed Attorneys and a Great team.

What really drew me to the firm is the fact that Mr. Glinsmann made time for me even though it was a short notice. I have immense respect for the wealth of knowledge he possesses and the command he has over his subject. He understands the importance of being well represented and also prioritizes his... work based on the urgency of your case.Mr. Glinsmann, prepared me to answer questions by not getting into too much detail, to be precise and crisp. Mr.Glinsmann’s also tells you to nail on the most important things during your interview. This would help the officer interviewing you to have focus on the right aspects of the case. It is not surprising that the result of many representations by Mr.Glinsmann has always been positive.The very reason I am writing this review is to help others like me get to the right attorney, with the issues they are dealing. be assured that their case will be presented well. I would also like to say thank you, and appreciate every member of Glinsmann’s team. He has hand picked the right team to support him.. I got to meet Maria Glinsmann as well very briefly. She seems very warm and knowledgeable. You can be assured that if you are a client of Matthew Glinsmann or Maria Glinsmann, there is a good attorney you can fall back on without a doubt. I am grateful to Mr. Glinsmann for taking the stress off immigration from my shoulders effortlessly. Mr. Glinsmann had documented everything so well. He knew the strong points of my case in spite of the fact that he was asked to dive into it two days before the representation. He is also an attorney who prepares you for the worst situation and gives you the confidence to justify your story.

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.

Posted by Romina | January 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Great Customer Service, Organized and on time

I really enjoyed working with this team. Everyone is friendly, organized and on time. They are on top of things and you don't have to worry about following up with them. They know what they are doing and they will do anything to help you. Thanks for all your hard work. I will definitely recommend you... to whoever needs help with immigration. Thanks, Romina

Posted by Theophilus | December 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

GREEN CARD

My family and I were former clients of Mr. Matthew Glinsmann and to be honest, his knowledge, friendliness, expertise cannot be overemphasized. Indeed, he has had a very profund impact on my life. Having presented my case to him, he carefully studied the it and and gave my wife and I counsel. Prior t...o seeing him, I had spoken a few other lawyers but none gave us the kind of tutelage we got from Matthew and his team. Frankly speaking, the knowledge I acquired from him for the first few minutes spent with Matthew could be likened to the all the books I learned during my Masters Degree. He bisected every detail of my presentation and assured that he could help. As though a nightmare, 5 months after the process of my initial application, I secured my green card. The fact of the matter is that, Matthew's approach of filling my application was quite different from that of the earlier attorney's but his approach was much better and proved successful. Learning under him has made me a "POCKET LAWYER" sort of, and could even give some counsel to some beginner lawyers. I highly recommend Mr. Matthew Glinsmann to you all for your immigration concerns. The friendliness, expertise and professionalism of team Glinsmann, in my opinion comes second to none. They changed my life after 14 years of my stay.

Posted by Antonio | August 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Removal of Conditions

I hired Glinsmann and Glinsmann to assist me with the Removal of Conditions from my first Green Card. I supplied the documents that Team Matthew requested. They review and packaged them and submitted them to USCIS. I am happy to say that the conditions were successfully removed and I now have a new G...reen Card valid for 10 years. Team Matthew of Glinsmann and Glinsmann are the best. I highly recommend them for your immigration needs.

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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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