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Our immigration system can be confusing or even scary. I believe in being your voice and your partner as move through the immigration process. I represent noncitizens, their families, and their employers in family and employment-based cases, green card applications, nonimmigrant visa applications, naturalization applications, removal and deportation defense, asylum applications, and federal litigation.
I am a nationally recognized and award winning immigration law attorney. I have successfully litigated many important cases.
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Chat withState: Michigan
Acquired: 2002
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State: Washington
Acquired: 1999
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248-965-9440, [email protected], 15944 West 12 Mile Road, Southfield, MI, 48076
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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 ...
Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Remarkable Immigration Law Expertise and Skill
If you’re looking for someone that other immigration lawyers concede knows immigration and naturalization law best in Michigan and can argue it better than anyone, Russell is that attorney. While other attorneys were not confident taking our Citizenship case, Russell was very confident. Complications...
Posted by Meredith | October 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Transformed Our Lives Through Exceptional Legal Guidance
I cannot express enough gratitude for Russell's incredible work handling my husband’s immigration case. My husband had a 20-year-old removal order, and during the litigation of his case, my husband was detained, and removal was being actively pursued by the authorities, making his situation extremely...
Posted by anonymous | September 24, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
The immigration lawyer you need: Successfully helped me win asylum and secure permanent residency
I am incredibly grateful to Russell Abrutyn for the outstanding support in my asylum case and subsequent green card application. From our first meeting, he showcased a deep understanding of immigration law and was always available to answer my questions. Russell’s meticulous preparation was key in wi...
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...
"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."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse Russell. He is very knowledgeable in immigration and nationality law and shares his knowledge abundantly with other immigration attorneys."
"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."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal 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."
"Mr. Abrutyn is one of the most well versed and knowledgeable immigration attorneys I know. I highly endorse him!"
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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
2016 - Present
Founder, Abrutyn Law PLLC
2002 - 2016
Attorney, Marshal E. Hyman & Associates
2001 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
Removal order vacated
Overturned post-departure bar on motions to reopen
Overturned BIA precedent on date of admission for removability purposes
Reversed denial of continuance
Reversed BIA precedent on I-140 portability
Reversed BIA precedent of vacatur of convictions
Reversed conviction
reversed conviction
reversed conviction
1999
J.D.
1996
B.A.
2015
Various topics
2012
Unlawful Presence
2012
2012
2012
2011
2010
Primer on Immigration Law
2010
2009
212(a)(6)
2009
Detention Issues
N/A
Various topics
2018
English
Legal Answers
Hello Team, Is USCIS doing background Checks for H-1 Extension when done within U.S?
23 Mar 2026
What is the fastest way to bring my fiancée or spouse to the United States?
17 Mar 2026
A pending owi charge wouldn’t effect the k1 visa for my fiance?
13 Mar 2026