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Monica Nigh Smith

Immigration Attorney at Saint Charles, MO

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  • Licensed for 18 years
    State MO
    Acquired 2005
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About Monica

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Monica N. Smith is one of the founding members of Smith Law Offices, LLC. As a St. Charles attorney, she is dedicated to helping her clients succeed. Attorney Monica Smith takes a client-focused approach and practices primarily in immigration law.

She is ready to help you navigate this complex area of law and support you while you achieve the resolution that you need.

Areas of Practice
100% Immigration
Immigration & Naturalization Law
Bar Admissions
Missouri, 2005
U.S. District Court Eastern District of Missouri, 2009
Education
University of Iowa College of Law, Iowa City, Iowa
J.D. - 2005
Honors: With Distinction
Law Review: Transnational Law and Contemporary Problems, Student Writer, 2003 - 2004
University Of Missouri-Columbia, Columbia, Missouri
B.A. magna cum laude - 2002
Major: International Studies and French
Published Works
'France for The French?' The Europeans? The Caucasians?: The Latest French, 14 Transnat'l L. & Contemp. Probs. 1107, Spring, 2005
Critical Race Feminism Lifts the Veil?: Muslim Women, France, and the Headscarf Ban, 39 UC-Davis Law Review 743, 2006
Classes/Seminars
Thorny Immigration Issues in Family Law Cases, AFCC, 2012
Professional Associations and Memberships
American Immigration Lawyers Association, Member, 2005 - Present
St. Charles County Bar Association, Member, 2009 - Present
Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis, Member
American Immigration Lawyers Association(MO-KAN Chapter), Member and Creative Writing Essay Contest Coordinator, 2010, 2012, 2014
National Immigration Project, Member
Pro Bono Activities
Volunteer Lawyers Program, 2006 - Present
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Languages
French
Spanish

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800 Clark Street
Saint Charles, MO, 63301
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Posted by James | March 2, 2021
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Outstanding Attorney
Our attorney was very knowledgable about the law and what we needed to do to resolve our case. We felt a great deal of relief after our first meeting and finally knew what had to be done to achieve a successful outcome. Monica showed us what steps to take, clearly explained why and kept in contact with us to keep us informed with our case status. She is very compassionate and caring of her clients and works tirelessly on their cases. I highly recommend Monica to anyone that has a immigration issue, it would be a very wise decision to make.
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Posted by Elaine | November 9, 2020
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Monica and her staff worked tirelessly, above, and beyond
I would like to take this opportunity to highly recommend Monica N. Smith, Attorney, at Smith Law Offices, LLC., in Saint Charles, Missouri. Monica and her staff worked tirelessly, above, and beyond my expectations. They dug deep, searching for answers, and never gave up on my case. Monica and her team are professional, friendly, and came up with solutions that won my case! On behalf of my family, and myself, thank you, Monica, for the excellent work you did as my attorney.
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Posted by George | September 21, 2020
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Excellent Immigration Lawyer!
We were in a time crunch to apply for a change of status for my wife and Monica clearly explained the process and came through for us. We received my wife's green card seven months later. Highly recommend her and her team.
Posted by anonymous | August 16, 2019
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Her work and guidance through the whole process was great. I highly recommended, she made us feel confident and relax that our case was in great and professional hands!
Posted by Alexia | November 12, 2017
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Outstanding Lawyer!
My husband and I used Smith Law to apply for a green card and based on our experience they were outstanding! Mrs. Smith is very professional, knowledgable, and organized and she made the process very straightforward. We applied for the green card in May of 2017, prior to this she was getting our paperwork prepared and making sure that all information was filled out correctly. We schedule appointments during this time to discuss the process and what was all needed. The communication was great because this process was very nerve wrecking to us because we knew little about the process. After the summer, we were then scheduled for an interview in September 2017. The case moved very quickly. Mrs. Smith came with us to the interview for support. My husband and I felt very prepared for the interview. After the interview we were approved the following day. We were very excited about the news! I could not have imagined going through this process without their help and service. There was so much to this process that I was unaware of and I was very nervous, but Mrs. Smith provided great guidance and assurance with open communication, organization, and by filling everything correctly. I would recommend their services to any individual who is filing for the green card or other cases. I will use Smith Law in the future because they are professional and experienced within the field.
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AVVO RATING 8.6 (Excellent)

Work Experience

  • Attorney
  • Smith Law Offices, LLC
  • 2009 - Present
  • Attorney
  • Law Offices of Suzanne Brown, P.C.
  • 2005 - 2009

Education

  • University of Iowa College of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2005
  • University of Missouri-Columbia
  • B.A.
  • 2002

Associations

  • St. Charles County Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2009 - Present
  • Volunteer Lawyers Program
  • Member
  • 2006 - Present
  • American Immigration Lawyers Association (Missouri/Kansas chapter)
  • Member
  • 2005 - Present
  • American Immigration Lawyers Association
  • Member
  • 2005 - Present
  • American Immigration Lawyers Association (Missouri/Kansas chapter)
  • Creative Writing Essay Contest Coordinator
  • 2010 - 2014
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Languages Spoken

  • French
  • Spanish
  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Best Immigration Lawyers in St. Louis
  • Expertise
  • 2020
  • Lead Counsel Rated
  • Lead Counsel
  • 2015

Publications

  • Transnational Law & Contemporary Problems
  • "France for The French?" The Europeans? The Caucasians?: The Latest French Immigration Reform and the Attempts at Justifying its Disproportionate Impact on Non-White Immigrants
  • 2005

Speaking Engagements

  • Thorny Immigration Issues in Familiy Law Cases
  • Thorny Immigration Issues in Familiy Law Cases
  • 2012

Attorney endorsements

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Wesley Schooler
Immigration Attorney | May 12
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Rachel Groneck
Immigration Attorney | May 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Monica and I were co-workers for many years at an immigration law firm and remain colleagues and friends. She is intelligent, diligent, and kind. Monica is a dedicated advocate for her clients, and all members of her team are excellent."
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Kathryn Dudley
Immigration Attorney | May 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Monica is an excellent immigration attorney. She understands the complexities of immigration law and deals with the issues in a calm, focused approach."
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Katie Meyer
Immigration Attorney | Aug 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Katie Meyer
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Saint Charles Immigration Lawyer Monica Nigh Smith
Monica Nigh Smith
Immigration Attorney
Saint Charles, MO
Licensed for 18 years
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