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Michael Hugh Carlin

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Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 24 years

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Licensed in Michigan for 17 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2009

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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 24 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2001

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Michael Hugh Carlin's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

68 Client Reviews

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Showing 11 - 15 of 36 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Jose | July 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Very helpful!

Michael helped my wife and I with our immigration case. He and his office were extremely helpful, informative, and honest throughout the entire process. He always was quick to answer all of our questions/concerns via email even at odd hours of the day! We could not be happier about our experience wit...h his practice. We highly recommend Michael and his firm to anyone who needs help with their immigration case! Thanks for all your help Michael!

Posted by Yena | August 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best Immigration Lawer

Michael and Olivia helped me to get a greencard through marriage. I was really stressed out and worried because we were not living together after marriage. We were not living together due to my lease in Ann Arbor. My husband was living in Chicago Suburbs. Michael assured me not to worry because it is... not as complicated as it looks. This made me feel so much better. Since I know he is a very experienced lawyer. After we started working, all we had to do was submit documents that were required. This helped us to navigate all the process so clear and easy. In addition, Michael and Olivia is very open about where the money is going. I know that finance is another factor in picking immigration lawyer! Please every cent is worth it! I GOT MY GREEN CARD BY THE WAY=D More importantly, with Trump being in office, The travel ban has been on and off and he e-mailed us right away on what to do and what to avoid. That helped clear a lot of things different media sources were saying. Thank you Michael and Olivia for your services!! I will definitely use their service again for extending my green card for 10 years and my citizenship EVEN THOUGH I AM IN CHICAGO!

Michael Carlin

Replied last August 11, 2017

Thanks so much for your very kind review! I appreciate it.

Posted by anonymous | January 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

He helped us every step of the way

When my wife and I visited Michael Carlin's office a little over a year ago, we were desperate. We had been in a long distance relationship for nearly two years (I'm a US citizen, she is a Canadian citizen) and we're struggling to navigate the legal maze of immigration forms, rules, and fees keeping ...us apart. Michael was well informed and experienced with just this kind of situation and sat with us for over and hour, listening to our story and offering multiple solutions toward US residency clearly and in as much detail as we needed. From there, he took care of us every step of the way, keeping us informed, at ease, and ahead of the game. In just over a year, the process was complete and my wife and I are now happily together. We know for a fact that we wouldn't be where we are now if it weren't for him. We highly, highly recommend him.

Michael Carlin

Replied last January 14, 2017

Many thanks to you for your very kind words. It was an honor and a pleasure to work with you two very fine people. I wish you all the best, and I think you have a very bright future together.

Posted by Joseph | October 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Outstanding Immigration Lawyer

I would rate Micahel 10 stars if it were possible. His help exceeded all my expectations. I hired Michael to help with my wife's application for permanent residence. When we first met, he explained the steps and the expected responses we could get from USCIS. Everything went exactly as he predic...ted. We overcame past difficulties due to an unscrupulous former attorney, and errors made by US Immigration. His work for us was incredibly thorough and detailed. He was persistent in getting things done and petitions filed for us. He communicated with us frequently about the responses from USCIS and gave us ample guidance about what we needed to do. I give Michael the highest possible recommendation!!

Michael Carlin

Replied last October 05, 2016

It was an honor to work with you and your wife! Thank you!

Posted by Abner | September 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

An Trustworthy Immigration Lawyer

When my family and I arrived at the United States, we were in need of an expert lawyer in immigration to receive orientation and help. Michael Carlin provided such services and orientation in an exceptional, precise, trustworthy, and professional manner. Mr. Carlin always remained in contact with cl...ear and valuable information pertaining to our migratory processes. Mr. Carlin and his associates’ contact with us has been of a courteous and affable nature; always answering all questions and worries. His excellent services exceed greatly the expenditure. He obtained for us the results we were seeking. He successfully helped us in the process of obtaining our permanent residence and five years later in our application of naturalization. If need were to arise, without hesitation we would seek Mr. Carlin’s services. My family and I wholeheartedly recommend the Law Office of Michael Carlin PLLC.

Michael Carlin

Replied last September 30, 2016

Abner, Thanks so much for your kind review! It was great to work with you and your family.

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Michael Hugh Carlin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Bradley Thomson

Immigration lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is an excellent attorney. He is honest, easy to communicate with and has extensive knowledge of the fundamentals of immigration law. I would recommend Michael's services to anyone."

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Alexander Segal

Immigration lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael Carlin is undoubtedly among the most knowledgeable immigration attorneys to participate on AVVO. His answers are always to the point, concise yet informative. It is my pleasure to endorse him."

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Ghazal Mehrani

Immigration lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Carlin. He is very knowledgable. I highly recommend him to anyone who needs representation in immigration."

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Nadia Galash

Immigration lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledgeable."

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Luis Toribio

Unknown lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Carlin is very insightful and has a vast knowledge and understanding of immigration law; he has my full endorsement."

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James Newell

Asylum lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael. He is well respected among fellow lawyers."

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Matthew Norwood

Immigration lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Michael and I worked on a very serious matter that time was against us. Our client was going to be sent back to South Korea by ICE within a few weeks. Michael was on it; he knew how to get this done for our client and in the end she was released a few days before her deportation hearing. I highly recommend Michael if you have any immigration legal issues."

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Danny Garmo

Immigration lawyer | Jan 14

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"Mr. Carlin appears to demonstrate high level of expertise in the area of Immigration Law. Highly recommended. I endorse this lawyer."

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Frank Stanczak

Immigration lawyer | Jan 09

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"I endorse Immigration Attorney Michael Carlin. It is a pleasure and privilege to have outstanding Immigration Attornies like Michael Carlin in our legal community practicing Immigration Law. He is a strong advocate for the Immigrants."

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Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Jan 08

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"This lawyer is highly respected in the community. I endorse this lawyer."

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Mengjun Qiu

Immigration lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Carlin is a highly trusted member of the legal community, his contribution is greatly appreciated and valued."

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Azin Arbab

Immigration lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Other

"I endorse Mr. Carlin. He demonstrates an impressive knowledge of the law based on his accurate legal answers on Avvo. He is an asset to the legal field and respected by colleagues."

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Svetlana Kaff

Immigration lawyer | Dec 18

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"I endorse attorney Carlin. His advice on Avvo is very insightful and shows deep understanding of immigration law!"

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Christopher Vidiksis

Immigration lawyer | Dec 04

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"This lawyer is knowledgeable and provides reliable legal advice."

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Benjamin Dacin

Immigration lawyer | Dec 02

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"Mr. Carlin is a very talented Immigration Attorney who is an expert in the field. From what I have seen concerning the answers he gives to people asking immigration questions, he knows the law inside and out, especially when it comes to family immigration matters. I would recommend his services to anyone in the Ann Arbor area with a complex immigration problem."

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Desiree Wayne

Immigration lawyer | Nov 19

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"I endorse this lawyer, he gives sound, thoughtful, and practical legal advice."

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KiKi Mosley

Immigration lawyer | Nov 18

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Brooks

Immigration lawyer | Nov 18

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"I endorse this lawyer. Knowledgeable, dedicated, and committed to his clients."

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Sean Cleary

Immigration lawyer | Sep 29

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"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Ramesh Gurnani

Immigration lawyer | Sep 16

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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