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Philip M Alterman
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Biography
Philip Alterman earned his bachelor's degree from the University of Colorado in 1975 and earned his J.D. from Northeastern University School of Law in 1978. Prior to Elkind Alterman Harston PC, Mr. Alterman was the principal of the immigration law firm Carter and Alterman for 21 years and a partner at Stern Elkind Curray & Alterman from 2007 to 2009. His practice encompasses all aspects of business and family immigration, with a particular focus on deportation and removal defense cases. He has practiced immigration law exclusively since 1985. Mr. Alterman has been a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association since 1985 and served as chair of the Colorado AILA Chapter in 1989. He has been selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers of America® in the field of immigration for over ten years, and has been selected for inclusion in Colorado Super Lawyers® Editions 2006, 2007, 2008, and 2009. He is also a recipient of the Special President's Award from the Denver Bar Association for pro bono work.
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Licensed in Colorado for 42 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oregon for 47 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 1978
No misconduct found
Location
Elkind Alterman Harston PC
Blake Street Terrace, 1860 Blake Street, Suite 420, Denver, CO, 80202
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Posted by Zabi | October 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
The Best Lawyer In Denver...
Hello everyone))) My family and I know Mr. Phil since the beginning of 2012. He has helped my wife to get her citizenship when we had a very hard time. And now helping me to get mine. Thank you for all you did and all you are doing for us Mr. Phil.
Posted by Erik | January 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Best Attorney in Denver!
I just want to thank Phil and his amazing team from the bottom of my heart. I've had an ongoing case with another lawyer, who did absolutely nothing great for me. I decided that I didn't want that lawyer to represent me anymore due to the amount of stress I had. I was recommended to Phil Alterman by ...
Posted by Lisa | October 28, 2013 | Immigration
Thank you Phil!
Thank you Phil for everything you did for us! Your support for the last five years, your knowledge and your advice helped us enourmously in getting a green card without too much hassle.
Posted by Roman | September 29, 2013 | Immigration
The best immigration lawyer in Colorado
It was a pleasure working with Phil and his staff. He pays attention to details, extremely professional and even in difficult cases keeps clients calm and reassured. I will be returning to Phil again for my immigration needs and would definitely recommend him to anyone.
Philip M Alterman's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Alterman and I worked together on a crimmigration matter for a mutual client. He was not only unbelievably helpful, he is delightful and humbling to work with. His level of expertise in immigration law is exceptional. He is one of the most experienced immigration attorneys in Denver. He is thoughtful, deliberate, comprehensive, and ethical. I look forward to working with him again and I can say with absolute confidence that his clients are in the best hands available."
"I endorse this lawyer. In my interactions with Philip Alterman, I have found him to be very knowledgeable on all aspects of immigration law. He is an excellent lawyer, committed and diligent."
"Phil is an amazingly creative lawyer. He thinks outside of the box even when he's on his feet."
Alexander McShiras
Immigration lawyer
Experience
Honors
2010
Recognition, Colorado Super Lawyers
2009
Recognition, Best Lawyers in America
2009
Recognition, Colorado Super Lawyers
2008
Recognition, Colorado Super Lawyers
2007
Recognition, Colorado Super Lawyers
2006
Recognition, Colorado Super LawyersLawyers
N/A
Special President's Award, Denver Bar Association
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Partner, Elkind Alterman Harston PC
2007 - 2009
Partner, Stern Elkind Curray & Alterman, LLP
1985 - 2007
Owner, Carter & Alterman
Associations
1985 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
1989 - 1989
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Colorado Chapter)Former Chair
Sample of Legal Cases
Colmenares-Carpio v. Holder
Reverse and remand BIA decision
Education
1978
Northeastern University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1975
University of Colorado
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2009
University of Denver Immigration Symposium
Immigration Reform
Publications
2003
The Colorado Lawyer
Six of the Greatest
Languages
Spanish