About Mr. Matthew Rice Glinsmann, Esq.

Matthew Glinsmann leads the employment-based residency – PERM Labor Certification team at Glinsmann Immigration. His practice includes representation of large and small corporations, families, and extraordinary ability individuals. Leading technology and service companies select Matthew as a trusted immigration partner because of his immigration experience and reputation. His deep understanding of business practices allows him to design immigration solutions that result in the highest return on investment and allow CEOs, General Counsel and HR Directors to remain focused on their core mission. His uniquely personal approach makes Matthew a clear choice for individuals seeking help with family and business immigration matters.

Matthew is a former Chair of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, Washington DC chapter and has served on national committees and in key liaison positions with USCIS services centers, field offices, and the U.S. Department of Labor for more than 10 years.Matthew was selected by U.S. News and World Report as one of the Best Lawyers® in Maryland and Washington DC. He and his partner are the most positively rated immigration attorneys by clients in the Mid-Atlantic region on AVVO, Lawyers.com, and Google.

Fun Facts

• Matthew Invented his own Bachelor’s Degree: Matthew earned his Bachelor’s Degree at the University of Maryland in Individual Studies: Cross Cultural Studies of Conflict, a major he invented under the guidance of the renowned expert on Protracted Social Conflict, Dr. Edward Azar.

• Matthew is a former assistant to former first lady of Egypt, Jehan Sadat: Matthew, interned at the University of Maryland, Centre for International Development and Conflict Management (CIDCM) where he was the assistant to Jehan Sadat, a fellow at the center and former first lady of Egypt.

• Matthew was evacuated from Beijing two weeks after the Tiananmen Square Crackdown in June 1989: Matthew studied Chinese language at the Beijing Foreign languages Teachers College in Beijing during the spring of 1989 and witnessed firsthand the rise of protests which ended in bloodshed on June 4, 1989. Matthew was evacuated from China a couple of weeks later.

Recognitions

• Best Lawyers®, Washington DC

• Best Lawyers®, Maryland

• Martindale-Hubbell® Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers

• Martindale Hubbell® AV Rating

• AVVO Superb Rating

• 2014 Global Mobility & Immigration Attorney of the Year

• 2015 Avvo Clients’ Choice Award

Professional & Community Affiliations

• American Immigration Lawyers Assn.

• Bar Assoc. of Montgomery County Maryland State Bar Association

• Red Cross Champion for Life

• Parishioner, Mother Seton Parish

 

Awards

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Immigration
Posted by Muhammad
September 04, 2025
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I can't thank Glinsmann and his team enough. They treated my daughter's immigration case with professionalism and genuine kindness. every deadline was met,every concern was addressed, and the results were exactly what I hoped for, specially thanks to my case manger Gabriella she take no time to respond to any questions.i wish I can explain more & more how I feel. I strongly recommend them to anyone needing immigration help.

 
Immigration
Posted by anonymous
June 29, 2025
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I cannot emphasize that what a right decision it is on choosing Glinsmann Immigration to represent my I-130 application for my wife’s green card. We filed the application in November 2023 and got approved in August 2024. The process had been shortened by more than half, and my wife was able to land on the USA in January 2025, thanking Mr. Glinsmann’s expertise and his team’s hard working. Gabriella Harrison and Dina Ramirez, on Mr.Glinsmann’s team on my case, are extremely professional and responsive. They followed through the entire case, and provided required documents and consultation on every step from application to visa interview. Working with them make you feel a piece of mind and I had never worried about missing anything. This is really important for the long process.

 
Immigration
Posted by Tobias
June 28, 2025
Hired Attorney

Outstanding work, very responsive, organized. The team and Mr. Glinsmann laid out every step in great detail and we knew exactly what to expect at any point of the process. The Glinsmann team supported both green card and naturalization processes successfully. Highly recommended.

Immigration
Posted by Fiona
May 09, 2025
Hired Attorney

Five Stars - Truly Exceptional Service! Glinsmann Immigration Services came highly recommended by a friend, and we are so thankful we took their advice. They made what could have been a stressful and overwhelming process feel incredibly smooth and straightforward. I moved from the UK to the USA after marrying my American husband, and from our very first consultation, we felt completely at ease and in the best hands. The entire team was knowledgeable, responsive, and thorough—every step of the green card process was clearly explained and expertly handled. Their attention to detail and genuine care gave us so much peace of mind. What could have been a daunting experience turned out to be seamless, and we are beyond grateful. We’ll absolutely continue to use their services when the time comes to apply for citizenship. We highly recommend Glinsmann Immigration Services to anyone navigating the immigration process—their professionalism, warmth, and efficiency made all the difference!

 
Citizenship
Posted by Letitia
March 12, 2025
Hired Attorney

Working with Mathew was so touching and so professional he is always ready to teach me all that I am not knowledgeable about At every appointment he is always on time He will let you know what things are normal and what are not normal he is more than a teacher he will explain things so you understand , he is very on top of his job to lead you to a success and value for your money

 
Green Cards
Posted by Amada & Marcelino
October 15, 2024
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Attorney Matthew Glinsmann did an excellent job with my husband and I to obtain our Permanent Residence, His Team is very professional as well, we also thank Ms. Gabriela Harrison, Ms. Dina Ramirez, Rigel and/or Agustin who contributed to the success of our case, Thank you all very much, The best Team!

Citizenship
Posted by Hind
March 06, 2024
Hired Attorney

Mr. Matthew Glinsmann and his team (Gabriella Harisson) demonstrated high professionalism, work ethics and knowledge about the immigration system. They handled my case from Green card to Naturalization. My husband and I were beyond satisfied with the services provided. All our questions and concerns were answered in a timely manner and with high efficiency. The Matthew Glinsmann team demonstrated an exceptional work organization, paying attention to details, sending you reminders for each appointment. I highly recommend Mr. Matthew Glinsmann and his team! Thank you so much for all the support and the great work.

 
Immigration
Posted by Oleg
September 25, 2023
Hired Attorney

Highly recommend for any immigration matters! Matthew brings years of experience and helped us to successfully resolve a long standing case that we started with a different attorney. We have worked with Matthew on a few cases over the last 2 years and always had an outstanding experience. Gaby was our case manager and she is so professional, detail oriented and just a very kind person that I think is a must have in immigration world!

 
Immigration
Posted by Timothy
March 28, 2023
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After I proposed to my American girlfriend on holiday from the UK, with almost no knowledge of immigration law, we sought out an attorney who could guide us through the specifics of how to apply to immigrate to get married. In a free consultation that spilled over to twice its advertised length, he gave clear, unambiguous advice to get married before I left, and, when I had returned to Britain, talked us through all the difficulties we could expect and how we might overcome them. He shepherded us through the labyrinthine official proceedings, collated documents of supporting evidence of a real relationship - generally all the stuff necessary to stop us from having a nervous breakdown (helping us deal with a few curveballs like having the passport that contained my long-sought visa obscured by the rain), both during my initial entry to the US and, two years later, when seeking to convert my conditional permanent residency to actual permanent residency. Really nice guy. Really knows law.

 
Immigration
Posted by anonymous
March 24, 2023
Hired Attorney

Our attorney was Matthew. He was FABULOUS. I have never seen results as quick as this!! Thank you so much Glinsmann Law, grateful to you and Gabriella!! Chris & MC

Services

Areas of Law

  • Immigration 2
    • Citizenship
    • Consular Law
  • Other 18
    • Immigration and Naturalization
    • Business Immigration
    • Family Immigration
    • Employment Visas
    • Immigration Law
    • Employment Authorizations
    • Employment Immigration
    • Family Immigration Law
    • Investor Visas
    • Labor Certifications
    • Permanent Visas
    • Visas
    • Customs/Immigration
    • Permanent Residence
    • PERM Labor Certification
    • Worksite Enforcement & Compliance
    • Family-Based Immigration
    • Complex Naturalization

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1994, Maryland
    Memberships
    American Immigration Lawyers Association
    Maryland State Bar Association, Inc.
    Bar Association of Montgomery County.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    The University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law
    Class of 1994
    J.D.
    Other Education
    The University of Maryland, School of Behavioral Science
    Class of 1990
    B.S.
  • Personal Details & History
    Hobbies & Interests
    Sailing, Camping

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    Yes, Mr. Matthew Rice Glinsmann, Esq. has a 5.0 Client Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Mr. Matthew Rice Glinsmann, Esq. is the Managing Partner of the firm.