Matthew Clark Shaftel

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Matthew Clark Shaftel

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 21 years

Immigration Lawyer at Lakewood, CO
Practice Areas: Immigration

405 Urban St., Suite 110, Lakewood, CO

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About Matthew

Biography

Expertise in green cards, visas, deportation defense & complex family/employment immigration matters

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Matt Shaftel serves clients locally, nationally and abroad with their immigration needs. From handling complex cases to guiding the application process for green cards and visas, he has vast expertise and a reputation for efficiency and affordability. Matt specializes in family immigration, employment immigration, options for entrepreneurs and deportation defense.

15 years

100%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 14 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 21 years

State: California

Acquired: 2004

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Shaftel Law

405 Urban St., Suite 110, Lakewood, CO, 80228

lawshaftel.com/

Online Presence

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Matthew Clark Shaftel's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Posted by Archit | March 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent help through complicated green card case

I had a complicated Green Card application. Matt was very helpful in explaining every step of the process, guiding us over speed bumps, and was very open and communicative. I had all my questions answered at whatever step of the process. I will definitely be coming back to Matt for any future imm...igration needs, and be recommending him to all friends who may have any.

Posted by Abby and Jonathan Tzompa | March 3, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

"Exceptional Immigration Lawyer Who Goes Above and Beyond"

Finding the right immigration lawyer can be overwhelming, and it’s hard to ease all the worries that come with it. My husband and I spoke with several lawyers, but when Matt was recommended to us by my stepmom’s coworker, we knew he was the one when we met him. He was approachable, highly knowledgeab...le, and immediately put us at ease. Throughout the process, he was always available to answer our questions and address our concerns. Even after we received my husband’s green card, Matt continued to assist us with inquiries. He is not only friendly and personable but genuinely cares about helping his clients. When we encountered an issue with a document submission and USCIS misplaced some of our paperwork, Matt responded promptly and was understanding, offering a payment plan for the unexpected fees. We couldn’t recommend Matt and his team enough. They went above and beyond and we are forever grateful.

Posted by Prassanna | December 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Timely and expert counsel

My now wife and I sought Shaftel Law's counsel at a critical stage of my green card process. We needed to find a solution quickly. Matt expertly and efficiently guided us through the immediate steps we needed to take. Matt and his team filed our papers in quick time and with zero errors. My wife and ...I are now both green card approved and more importantly remain a couple thanks to Matt! He's a thorough professional and expert in the complex world of the US immigration system.

Matthew Shaftel

Replied last January 8, 2025

Thanks so much Prassanna. We really appreciate your nice review and kind words. Matt

Posted by Stephen | November 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Incredibly experienced, diligent, and outstanding immigration attorney

I worked with Matt twenty years ago and knew him to be a conscientious, incredibly talented attorney. A few years ago, I retained him as an expert in immigration law for a federal court case in South Dakota. Matt's expertise is beyond question, and his credentials speak for themselves. I wouldn't hes...itate to recommend him for anyone who needs legal help navigating immigration law.

Posted by Maria | November 7, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Fantastic Team

Matthew and Alondra were great during the whole process of applying for permanent residency. They were always responsive and very clear at every step of the way. 100% recommended!

Matthew Shaftel

Replied last November 13, 2024

Thanks so much Maria. Matt

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Matthew Clark Shaftel's Lawyer Endorsements

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William Gilmore

Immigration lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matthew is an expert immigration attorney. I don't hesitate to refer my business owner clients who need help with H-1b, L-1, E-2, or EB-5 visas to him."

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Michael Mauro

Immigration lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Putting aside his overwhelming academic credentials and experience, Matt brings a tirelessness and passion to representing his clients that I have not yet witnessed in other attorneys. He performs the work he appears to have been placed upon this earth to accomplish, and he continually does so with unfathomable poise, determination and success. I refer, and will continue to refer, all immigration cases into his able hands."

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Shawn Meade

Immigration lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt is a passionate immigration attorney. He works diligently for each one of his cases, he is dedicated and very smart. I strongly recommend him as a lawyer as well as an advocate for the community."

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Kristin Knudson

Immigration lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Matt is smart, effective and provides top of the line legal representation in business and family immigration and removal defense. After working closely with him on several cases and seeing how he works, I would not hesitate to put my important legal issues in his hands."

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Michael Gianelli

Immigration lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Matthew because he is a talented Denver lawyer that cares about his clients' cases and works hard to get them the best possible results."

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Michael Mauro

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2001

AmJur Awards (highest grades: Contracts, Torts, Legal Writing), University of California, Hastings College of the Law

2001

Law Review (Top 10% of class after First Year), University of California, Hastings College of the Law

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Shaftel Law

2011 - 2013

Associate Attorney, Stern and Curray

2008 - 2010

Attorney, Solo Practice (Juvenile Public Defense and Federal Public Defense, Panel Attorney)

2005 - 2007

Attorney, Saveri & Saveri (Antitrust Law Firm)

2004 - 2006

Attorney, Federal Defenders Of San Diego, Inc.

Associations

2024 - Present

AILA USCIS Liaison Committee

Member

2011 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)

Member

2011 - Present

Denver Branch of AILA

Member

2013 - 2014

AILA CO Department of Labor Liason committee

Chair

Sample of Legal Cases

B-1 Visas for Ukrainian Nationals

B-1 Visas Obtained after previous rejection

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Education

2004

University of California, Hastings College of the Law

J.D.

1997

Stanford University

BA - Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Political Science

Speaking Engagements

2025

CLE - “Operation Aurora:” Preparing for Immigration Impacts of Trump 2.0

Speaker for Continuing Legal Education Presentation on Immigration Impacts of Coming Trump Administration

2025

9News Culture report segment Trump Executive Orders Surrounding Immigration

2024

Culture Report with 9News - (Starts around minute 30 of the report) Changes to come in a second Trump Administration

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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