Russell Reid Abrutyn

Russell Reid Abrutyn

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

Immigration Lawyer at Southfield, MI
Practice Areas: Immigration, Appeals, Asylum, Criminal Defense

248-965-9440, [email protected], 15944 West 12 Mile Road, Southfield, MI

About Russell

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Immigration 68%

26 years

68%
Appeals 15%

Administrative and federal appeals of immigration cases

26 years

15%
Asylum 15%

26 years

15%

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 23 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2002

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Washington for 26 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Abrutyn Law PLLC

248-965-9440, [email protected], 15944 West 12 Mile Road, Southfield, MI, 48076

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Russell Reid Abrutyn's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

83 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 19, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Outstanding immigration attorney

Russell is one of the best immigration attorneys in the country. He is very knowledgable and experienced, and will exceed your expectations. I hired him to represent me in a complex immigration matter and later hired him to help my mom get an immigrant visa. Through his expertize, we succeeded in bot...h cases. Russell is always reachable and answers questions promptly. He provided advise, guidance and a way forward regarding our case and constantly kept us updated on the status of our case. Without a doubt, I will highly recommend him to anyone looking to hire an exceptional and experienced immigration attorney,

Posted by Ghada & Dr. Tarek Albitar | August 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Attorney Russell Abrutyn, an Outstanding Immigration Attorney – Highly Recommend!

We are beyond grateful for the exceptional legal support we received from Attorney Russell Abrutyn throughout our immigration process. From the very beginning, Russell demonstrated a deep understanding of immigration law, unmatched professionalism, and a sincere commitment to our case. What truly ...sets Russell apart is not just his legal expertise—which is second to none—but his empathy, responsiveness, and clarity. He took the time to walk us through every step of the process, answered all our questions with patience and precision, and ensured we always felt informed and supported. Thanks to his meticulous attention to detail and strategic approach, our case was handled efficiently and successfully. It was clear to us that Russell genuinely cared about our outcome and worked tirelessly to achieve the best possible result. We wholeheartedly endorse Russell Reid Abrutyn to anyone in need of an immigration attorney. Whether your case is straightforward or complex, you can trust that you are in the best hands with him. He is a true advocate, and we are incredibly thankful for all he has done for us. Thank you, Russell, for your outstanding service and unwavering support—you’ve made a life-changing difference for our family.

Posted by anonymous | April 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Exceptional Immigration Attorney

Russell helped my mom apply for her green card recently and it was approved in only 6 months. He also has helped me obtain my citizenship. He always takes time to listen, address my questions and give advice professionally. I would hire him again and recommend him to anyone that is looking for an imm...igration attorney in Michigan!

Posted by Isidore | November 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Family reunion

He helped me as much as he could, and he had good communication with his clients and good advice.

Posted by Marie | August 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Exceptional, Professional, Empathetic Immigration Lawyer: Will NOT disappoint!

Words are insufficient to express the gratitude that my husband and I have for Mr. Abrutyn and his staff for their hard work and professionalism over the course of three years. He reached out to me in 2021 and offered his assistance despite our doubts and apprehension. Mr. Abrutyn painstakingly put... together my husband’s immigrant petition with detail and precision. He put not only his client FIRST but also invested time and effort to address my concerns and questions as the petitioner. He explained the complex immigration system using plain and simple language that we could absorb and understand. It wasn’t a barrier for Mr. Abrutyn that we were liaising with him from another continent- Australia. He responded to our e- mails promptly, allayed our anxiety and provided us with reassurance without distorting the truth and reality which we greatly appreciated. Mr. Abrutyn was able to accomplish a feat that multiple lawyers were unable to. After almost 25 years of waiting, my husband was able to get his immigrant petition approved, thanks to Mr. Abrutyn! His case was extremely complex due to deportation but this did not deter Mr. Abrutyn from giving my husband’s case his all. His positivism, encouragement and support gave us the will to go on despite the almost insurmountable barriers we encountered. His staff deserve to be acknowledged as well for their professionalism, diligence and care. They made sure that our documents were pristine, accurate and truthful. It is true that people have the power to transform lives and this is exactly what Mr. Abrutyn has done. Now my husband and I have the opportunity to return to the United States, live and work here WITHOUT being separated from each other. Mr. Abrutyn thoroughly understood and respected the unbreakable bond of our 28-year marriage which was definitely worth fighting for. He was not just our lawyer- he became our advocate, friend and cheerleader through this roller-coaster ride over the course of many years. Thank you, Russell and Team! May God bless you and your families for transforming our lives! God bless America- our Home!!! We give glory and honor to God as we know that it was by His hand that my husband got his petition approved!

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Russell Reid Abrutyn's Lawyer Endorsements

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Marina Alexandrovich

Immigration lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Abrutyan for the powerful legal precedent Prudize v. U.S. Atty. Gen. on the BIA's jurisdiction to reopen despite the so called "departure bar." This precedent is a significant change in law in the pro-immigrant direction."

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Barry Frager

Immigration lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a thoughtful & talented layer. His help on an Immigration Court matter was critical to our success. He earns his 5 stars with hard work and diligence."

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Sunil Patel

Immigration lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Elizabeth Vennum

Immigration lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I consulted Mr. Abrutyn for his expert opinion on a complex immigration matter. He has in-depth knowledge and is quick to see solutions and possibilities."

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Nadia Galash

Immigration lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Russell. He is very knowledgeable in immigration and nationality law and shares his knowledge abundantly with other immigration attorneys."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ahmad Yakzan

Immigration lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Azin Arbab

Immigration lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Other

"I endorse Mr. Abrutyn. He demonstrates an impressive knowledge of the law based on his accurate legal answers on Avvo. He is an asset to the legal field and respected by colleagues."

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Sean Cleary

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Victor Okeke

Immigration lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Absolutely one of the very best. I endorse this lawyer."

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Caridad Pastor

Immigration lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Abrutyn is an amazing lawyer. He is smart and very dedicated to the cause of immigrants."

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Bradley Thomson

Immigration lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Carlin

Immigration lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Russell Abrutyn is, quite simply, one of the best immigration lawyers around. Mr. Abrutyn has received national awards for his legal advocacy and for his mentoring of other lawyers. He is extremely knowledgeable regarding many important issues in immigration law, and he is also extremely generous with his mentoring of other lawyers (including myself). I give Mr. Abrutyn my highest endorsement."

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Elisheva Mosko

Immigration lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Abrutyn is one of the most well versed and knowledgeable immigration attorneys I know. I highly endorse him!"

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Rod Armande

Immigration lawyer

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Barry Frager

Immigration lawyer

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Elisheva Mosko

Immigration lawyer

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Michael Carlin

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Excellence in Advancing the Practice of Immigration Law, AILA

2019

President's Commendation, AILA

2018

President's Commendation, AILA

2015

President's Commendation, AILA

2011

Sam Williamson Mentor Award, AILA

2010

Jack Wasserman Excellence in Litigation, AILA

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Founder, Abrutyn Law PLLC

2002 - 2016

Attorney, Marshal E. Hyman & Associates

Associations

2001 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Shuti v. Lynch

Removal order vacated

Pruidze v. Holder

Overturned post-departure bar on motions to reopen

Zhang v. Mukasey

Overturned BIA precedent on date of admission for removability purposes

Badwan v. Gonzales

Reversed denial of continuance

Matovski v. Gonzales

Reversed BIA precedent on I-140 portability

Pickering v. Gonzales

Reversed BIA precedent of vacatur of convictions

State v. DeSantiago

Reversed conviction

State v. Martinez

reversed conviction

State v. Mendoza-Lopez

reversed conviction

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Education

1999

University of Michigan Law School

J.D.

1996

University of Michigan

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2015

AILA Annual Conferences 2010-2015

Various topics

2012

New York Annual Conference

Unlawful Presence

2012

FBA Immigration Law Section Pardons and post-conviction relief

2012

FBA Immigration Law Section Immigration Remedies in Federal Court

2012

AILA Annual Conference Abandonment of LPR status

2011

AILA Annual Conference Advanced detention/bond issues

2010

Primer on Immigration Law

Primer on Immigration Law

2010

AILA Annual conference Cross-circuit conflicts

2009

Webinar

212(a)(6)

2009

Criminal and Immigration

Detention Issues

N/A

FBA Immigration Conference, 2012-2016

Various topics

Publications

2018

Michigan Bar Journal Removal Proceedings

Languages

English

Activity

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