Monica Nigh Smith

Monica Nigh Smith

5.0
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 20 years

Immigration Lawyer at Saint Charles, MO
Practice Areas: Immigration, Asylum

800 Clark Street, Saint Charles, MO

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 20 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2005

Good Standing, Active

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Location

Smith Law Offices, LLC

800 Clark Street, Saint Charles, MO, 63301

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Monica Nigh Smith's Reviews

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6 Client Reviews

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Posted by James | March 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

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.

Posted by Elaine | November 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

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 te...am 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.

Posted by George | September 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

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 Alexia | November 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

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 pa...perwork 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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Monica Nigh Smith's Lawyer Endorsements

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Wesley Schooler

Immigration lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rachel Groneck

Immigration lawyer | 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 lawyer | 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 lawyer | Aug 02

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2020

Best Immigration Lawyers in St. Louis, Expertise

2015

Lead Counsel Rated, Lead Counsel

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Attorney, Smith Law Offices, LLC

2005 - 2009

Attorney, Law Offices of Suzanne Brown, P.C.

Associations

2009 - Present

St. Charles County Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Volunteer Lawyers Program

Member

2005 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Missouri/Kansas chapter)

Member

2005 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2010 - 2014

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Missouri/Kansas chapter)

Creative Writing Essay Contest Coordinator

Education

2005

University of Iowa College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

University of Missouri-Columbia

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2012

Thorny Immigration Issues in Familiy Law Cases

Thorny Immigration Issues in Familiy Law Cases

Publications

2005

2005

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

Languages

French

Spanish

English

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