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Matthew C. Thomas

also known as Matthew Charles Ursel Thomas
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  • Phoenix, AZ
  • Licensed for 12 years
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About Matthew

Practice areas

Criminal defenseImmigration
  1. Immigration: 88%

    Practicing in the area of US immigration and naturalization, including deportation, asylum and family-based petitions. We specialize in I-601 and I-212 waivers. Additionally, we prepare VAWA and U visa petitions for victims of violent crime. I am fluent in Spanish.

    14 years, 2,500 cases

  2. Criminal defense: 12%

Languages spoken

Spanish, English

Contact

3830 N. 19th Avenue
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Thomas Law Firm, PLC

3830 N. 19th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ, 85015

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
AZActive 200711/28/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers17
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Best Immigration Lawyer (El Mejor Abogado de Inmigracion)Tv y Mas Magazine2013
Best Immigration Lawyer (El Mejor Abogado de Inmigracion)TV y Mas magazine2012
Best Immigration Law Office (El Mejor Abogado de Inmigracion)TV y Mas magazine2011
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Senior AttorneyThomas Law Firm, PLC2012 - Present
Law PartnerThomas & Jefferies, PLLC2007 - 2012
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Arizona chapter)Pro Bono Liaison2018 - Present
State Bar of Arizona, Immigration Law SectionN/A2009 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Arizona chapter)N/A2007 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Arizona chapter)Media Committee Chair2015 - 2015
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Arizona chapter)Arizona AILA Chapter Nominations Committee2014 - 2015
Phoenix Pride Board of DirectorsDirector and Community Grants Chair2011 - 2015
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Arizona RepublicHow would immigration scenarios play out in real life?2010
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of LawJuris Doctorate2006
Arizona State UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts1996
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Arizona chapter) ConferenceAdvanced issues in AOS and Consular processing2017
CLEEmerging Issues and Updates on Waivers2016
CLE for the American Immigration Lawyers Association (Arizona chapter)I-601 Waivers and Consular Processing2014
Capitolbeat the Association of Capitol Reporters and Editors, annual conferencePanel on SB1070, Arizona's Controversial Immigration Law2010
35th Annual North American Victim Assistance ConferenceImmigrant Victims of Crime: Obstacles and Options2009
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
I-601a WaiverResidency Granted
Reason to BelieveResidency Granted

Reviews

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Best choice ever!

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I very highly recommend Thomas Law Firm! I spoke with about 11 other attorneys before finding Thomas Law and they were by far the most knowledgeable and professional. I had questions that no other attorney knew how to answer. Not only did Thomas Law answer my questions, but they handled my complicated case and my husband now has his U.S Visa with his green card on its way :). We are forever grateful for the great work that they did for us.
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The Ultimate Immigration Attorney

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We originally saw another lawyer in 2008 before the I601A came into effect. He explained the I601 at the time and talked to us about having to prove extreme hardship but was not helpful. In 2014, when the I601A was an option, this time we researched on the internet and found Matthew Thomas. After reading many positive reviews, we thought we would give him a try. By the time we walked out of the initial consultation, I knew he was our guy. My wife and I felt like a weight had been lifted off of our shoulders after only speaking to him for 20 minutes. He was confident yet not arrogant. His team was extremely organized and kept us on task throughout the process of the I130 and the I601A. They did not stop after the I-30 and the I601A were approved.....they continued to work with us all the way through our visit to Ciudad Juarez (only one week and we were back legally in the U.S.) even up until the time my wife received her Green Card several weeks after Matt and his team respond to e-mails very quickly; a couple of times Matt himself even responded on a Sunday morning. They have changed our family's future in a way they will never fully know. I highly recommend Matthew Thomas as your immigration attorney. They even have an interest free payment plan with reasonable rates. What are you waiting for, change your future now!
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Epimenio Lopez, Business Attorney on May 26, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.

Darius Amiri, Immigration Attorney on May 16, 2016
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When it comes to Immigration in Phoenix, AZ area, Mr. Thomas is as good as it gets. Highly knowledgeable, compassionate, and well respected attorney. Recommend for any immigration matter, including family based petitions and consular processing.

Charles Farrell, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Apr 4, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. Matthew provides a valuable service on Avvo. He gives excellent answers to user questions on this site. I am happy to endorse him.

John Phebus, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 1, 2016
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Justin Crozier, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 29, 2016
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Filipe Pedroso, Family Attorney on Feb 29, 2016
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Andrew Alex, Car accident Attorney on Feb 24, 2016
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Celestial Roman, Immigration Attorney on Sep 10, 2015
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Matt is an excellent and brilliant attorney. His experience and knowledge in immigration is reflected in his dedicated work ethic and admirable track record. I highly endorse this attorney.

Vianey Hurtado, Immigration Attorney on Apr 24, 2015
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Matt is an outstanding attorney in the legal community. He is extremely knowledgeable in immigration law, which is reflected in his cases. He handles each case with a high level of professionalism and competency. Matt is truly a zealous advocate for his clients. I endorse this lawyer.

Larry Sandigo, Immigration Attorney on Mar 31, 2015
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Matt's level of knowledge and expertise in immigration law is reflected in every case. When other attorneys have given up, Matt has been able to find a solution. He ensures that every client receives top notch representation. I endorse this lawyer.

Claudia Lopez, Immigration Attorney on Nov 8, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Matt knows the ins and outs of immigration law. He will look for solutions and help his clients solve complex cases.

Alfred French, Immigration Attorney on Jan 2, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly due to the impeccable reputation he has among other lawyers and the first hand accounts of his clients.

Yasser Sanchez, Immigration Attorney on Apr 10, 2013
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I proudly endorse this lawyer. Matthew is a very good immigration attorney. I have heard nothing but positive things from his clients and former clients about him. Truly an asset to the legal community in AZ.

Simona Roberts, Immigration Attorney on Nov 1, 2012
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Cynthia Perez, Immigration Attorney on Nov 1, 2012
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Matt is very knowledgeable in immigration law. I endorse this lawyer.

Natalia Polukhtin, Immigration Attorney on Oct 20, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer. I Had an opportunity to observe Thomas in the immigration court settings and I was really impressed by his professionalism.

Delia Salvatierra, Immigration Attorney on Sep 22, 2012
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Since law school I have known Matt to be committed to immigrant families. More important, Matt is a well respected immigration attorney because he is transparent and hard working on each of his cases. I trust Matt because he safeguards his clients future in the U.S. by working hard and diligently on their cases.

Regina Jefferies, Immigration Attorney on Nov 30, 2010
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