Michael Charles Smallbone

Michael Charles Smallbone

also known as First Class Immigration

5.0
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 18 years

Immigration Lawyer at Franklin, TN
Practice Areas: Immigration, Entertainment

330 Mallory Station Dr, Ste C-7, Franklin, TN

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Immigration 80%

Non-Immigrant (H1, R1, H2, TN1) and Immigrant/Permanent Resident/Greencard petitions for both work based and family based clients.

19 years

80%
Entertainment 20%

13 years

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 18 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2008

Active

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Location

First Class Immigration

330 Mallory Station Dr, Ste C-7, Franklin, TN, 37067

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Michael Charles Smallbone's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jay | April 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Thank you Michael!

Having signed an Agreement with an Agent who would be helping my career in the US, I sought out an attorney to assist me in applying for an 01 petition to work in the US. After reviewing the complex documents and requirements, I knew that I was not qualified to undertake this task myself. The f...irst attorney I spoke to turned out to be a disappointment. He really didn’t understand my needs. A former Manager and well known public figure introduced me to Michael Smallbone, an Immigration Attorney he knew of who had a reputation for getting the job done in a professional and timely manner. Michael Smallbone was a blessing to me. The process was painless and I felt comfortable and confident throughout the entire process knowing that I had Michael and his team helping me out! It wasn’t long before my application was approved! And that’s not all. Even after I was approved, he continued offering me his expert advice! I recommend him to all of my friends! Professional, customer service is amazing, and just a nice and friendly guy! Jay, Inspiration Speaker, Vlogger & Writer

Posted by Josh | December 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

01 Visa from Australia

Working with Michael Smallbone on my 01 visa was fantastic!!.. He was reliable, prompt and extremely professional in this field... Ill definitely be using him again for my extension.

Posted by Oneil | March 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent Immigration Lawyer

I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Smallbone to anyone, his transparency, communication, consistency, professionalism and just how he stays on top of things are second to none. I was totally satisfied with the amount of time he took to finalise my case as from putting in my application to recievi...ng my permanent residency took just a little over three months, the experience was nothing short of AMAZING!!! I think it was a direct blessing from God to have come in contact with Mr. Michael Smallbone. Thank you so very much Michael, all my future references will be directed to you. Cheers!

Posted by Richard | March 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

US Green card application approved!

I was on an O-1 visa and was looking to become a US permanent resident after marrying to a US citizen. A friend of mine recommended Michael Smallbone and I'm so glad I hired him. He made the whole application process feel quite effortless. He is personable, professional, efficient and experienced. He... has a great working knowledge of the ins and outs of US immigration and a good relationship with all the applicable USCIS offices in the country. We had a few unexpected road bumps in our case and Michael navigated them all with skill, humor and ease. He was never worried or rushed, but did his job with care and excellence. He explained clearly what was required of us, what was involved in every step, and took all the stress out of applying for my green card. It is an absolute honor to write this review and recommend Michael. I've dealt with quite a few immigration attorneys over the years and my experience with Michael was by far the best. I'm now very happy to be the proud owner of a US green card!

Posted by Roddy | February 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements

The Best

Michael Smallbone has advised me with multiple contracts for my corporate and entertainment clients for over ten years. He has always helped move things forward toward an agreement that serves both parties (me and my clients). His communication is succinct and effective. I would highly recommend Mich...ael Smallbone.

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Michael Charles Smallbone's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ryan Davis

Unknown lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is the best at what he does, and I will continue to recommend him to any of my clients needing assistance with immigration matters."

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Paul Jeter

Immigration lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael for any and all issues pertaining to Immigration Law. I am very comfortable referring anyone looking for an immigration lawyer to him. He will work hard for and take good care of his clients."

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James Harris

Entertainment lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have reached out and asked for help from Michael on several different Entertainment issues and he has always been very helpful and willing to help a fellow attorney out."

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Ryan Davis

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Founding Attorney/Lawyer, First Class Immigration

2004 - 2012

Vice President, Premiere Speakers Bureau

2001 - 2004

Paralegal, Chesser & Asc., PLLC

Associations

2009 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Registration

Approved

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Education

2008

NASHVILLE

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

Griffith University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Class Program/Adjunct Professor

Immigration Law

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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