About Us

The United States immigration system is extremely complex and constantly changing. Unfortunately, many individuals wrongly assume that since most immigration applications are form-based, the underlying laws are also simple and straightforward. Many of our clients come to us after they have made mistakes on their own or by the “immigration specialists” who handle their cases. Once made, these mistakes can be very difficult and costly to correct.
Only an experienced attorney can ensure that you and your family get the best possible outcome when you apply for immigration benefits. Our staff can provide the personalized and attentive service you require in these sensitive and crucial matters.
To schedule a consultation with one of our immigration attorneys call day or night, 202-787-1900. For After hours emergency legal service call 518-727-3593.
“Cannot Thank You Enough” – R.S. and C.S.
“I cannot thank you enough for all that you did for us.” – R.S. and C.S.
“Resolution Was Quite Fair and Timely Received” – R.S.
“Great experience. Resolution was quite fair and timely received. Federal agency was tardy in forwarding settlement draft, but your law firm quickly responded to ensure resolution after I inquired.” – R.S. on Managing Partner Greg Rinckey
“Knowledgeable, Honest, and Straight Forward” – R.D.C.
I was very pleased with Joanna Friedman as my legal representative. She was knowledgeable, honest, and straight forward in all aspects of my case. I was confident that any issues brought to her attention would be addressed and resolved quickly. She was respectful and …
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Going From Soldier to Citizen

Dalia Nesmith says she always felt like an American, even as she grew up in a family of illegal immigrants in the United States. Living between Mexico and the United States, Nesmith held on to her Mexican heritage, but also …
Going From U.S. Soldier to U.S. Citizen

Dalia Nesmith says she always felt like an American, even as she grew up in a family of illegal immigrants in the United States. Living between Mexico and the United States, Nesmith held on to her Mexican heritage, but also …
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Lessons From the Air Force’s Mortuary Scandal

By Mathew B. Tully Bringing to light wrongdoing in the federal government can be a thorny matter. The law is very specific about how and to whom federal employees must “blow the whistle” in order to be considered a bona …
Ask the Lawyer: Even Legal Separation Can Lead to Adultery Conviction

By Mathew B. Tully Question: Can I be punished for adultery if I am legally separated? Could I be charged with anything else? Answer: Yes, you can be convicted of adultery even though you were legally separated at the time. …
Ask the Lawyer: Disobey an Order at Your Own Peril

By Mathew B. Tully Question: My commander is a little nuts. He keeps ordering me to do this or that. Sometimes I’m not even sure the things he’s ordering me to do are lawful. What should I do? Answer: One trait common …
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Army Ten Miler Health & Fitness Expo – October 7-8
Join us at the DC Armory October 7 and October 8 from 10 am – 7 pm at the annual Army Ten Miler Health & Fitness Expo presented by Dell Federal and enter to win an Amazon Kindle, courtesy of …
Blacks In Government Annual National Training Conference – August 22-25, 2011

33rd Annual National Training Conference John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center Boston, Massachusetts August 22 – 25, 2011
EEOC EXCEL Conference – August 16-18, 2011

14th Annual EEOC Examining Conflicts in Employment Laws (EXCEL) Conference Conference Baltimore, MD August 16-18, 2011

