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Best immigration lawyers in Boston, MA

  • 10 immigration lawyers ranked
  • 4.9 average Google rating
  • 2,151 reviews analyzed

A green card applicant who files Form I-485 inside the U.S. needs a medical exam by a USCIS-designated civil surgeon. That part is handled by a doctor. The paperwork around it is where a lawyer can help. Many people in Boston file on their own without any trouble. Others want a second set of eyes before they send anything to USCIS.

You may want an immigration lawyer if your case is not simple. Past visa problems, a criminal record, a prior denial or removal proceedings are common reasons people hire one. A lawyer is not required for a green card, and no one can promise an outcome. The list below ranks Boston immigration attorneys by Google Maps rating and review count, scored by our own method.

Top 10 immigration lawyers in Boston

  1. Law Offices of Giselle M. Rodriguez, PLLC

    5.0(232 Google reviews)Immigration attorneyOpen weekends

    Law Offices of Giselle M. Rodriguez, PLLC has a 5.0 rating from 232 Google reviews. The Boston office has a website and is open on Saturdays, which helps if weekdays are hard for you.

    101 Federal St Suite, 1900, Boston, MA 02110
    Opening hours
    Monday08:00-19:00
    Tuesday08:00-19:00
    Wednesday08:00-19:00
    Thursday08:00-19:00
    Friday08:00-19:00
    Saturday08:00-19:00
    Sunday08:00-19:00
  2. Romanovsky Law Offices

    5.0(217 Google reviews)Immigration attorney

    Romanovsky Law Offices holds a 5.0 rating from 217 Google reviews in Boston. The firm has a website where you can check its details and contact information before you call.

    12 Marshall St, Boston, MA 02108
    Opening hours
    Monday09:30-17:30
    Tuesday09:30-17:30
    Wednesday09:30-17:30
    Thursday09:30-17:30
    Friday09:30-17:30
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed
  3. Law Office of Natalia Kolyada

    5.0(178 Google reviews)Immigration attorney

    Law Office of Natalia Kolyada has a perfect 5.0 rating from 178 Google reviews. It is a Boston immigration practice with a website you can look over before you reach out.

    One Boston Place, 201 Washington St Suite 2600, Boston, MA 02108
    Opening hours
    Monday09:00-17:00
    Tuesday09:00-17:00
    Wednesday09:00-17:00
    Thursday09:00-17:00
    Friday09:00-17:00
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed
  4. Toland Law, LLC

    4.9(489 Google reviews)Immigration attorneyOpen weekends

    Toland Law, LLC has a 4.9 rating from 489 Google reviews, the largest review count on this list. The Boston office is open on Saturdays and has a website.

    2 Oliver St #701, Boston, MA 02109
    Opening hours
    Monday00:00-24:00
    Tuesday00:00-24:00
    Wednesday00:00-24:00
    Thursday00:00-24:00
    Friday00:00-24:00
    Saturday00:00-24:00
    Sunday00:00-24:00
  5. Moreno Law Immigration

    4.9(387 Google reviews)Immigration attorney

    Moreno Law Immigration carries a 4.9 rating from 387 Google reviews. The Boston firm has a website where you can learn more and find contact details.

    88 Broad St Ste 501, Boston, MA 02110
    Opening hours
    Monday09:00-17:00
    Tuesday09:00-17:00
    Wednesday09:00-17:00
    Thursday09:00-17:00
    Friday09:00-17:00
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed
  6. Hannaford Immigration Law

    5.0(70 Google reviews)Immigration attorney

    Hannaford Immigration Law has a 5.0 rating from 70 Google reviews. It is a Boston immigration practice with a website for hours and contact information.

    265 Franklin St #1702, Boston, MA 02110
    Opening hours
    Monday08:30-17:00
    Tuesday08:30-17:00
    Wednesday08:30-17:00
    Thursday08:30-17:00
    Friday08:30-17:00
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed
  7. Law Offices of Rachel L. Rado, LLC

    4.9(279 Google reviews)Immigration attorneyOpen weekends

    Law Offices of Rachel L. Rado, LLC holds a 4.9 rating from 279 Google reviews. The Boston office has a website and is open on Saturdays.

    175 Portland St 2nd Floor, Boston, MA 02114
    Opening hours
    Monday00:00-24:00
    Tuesday00:00-24:00
    Wednesday00:00-24:00
    Thursday00:00-24:00
    Friday00:00-24:00
    Saturday00:00-24:00
    Sunday00:00-24:00
  8. Harrington Law Offices

    4.9(111 Google reviews)Immigration attorney

    Harrington Law Offices has a 4.9 rating from 111 Google reviews in Boston. The firm has a website where you can check details before you call.

    171 Milk St, Boston, MA 02109
    Opening hours
    Monday09:00-17:00
    Tuesday09:00-17:00
    Wednesday09:00-17:00
    Thursday09:00-17:00
    Friday09:00-13:00
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed
  9. Foley Law Offices, P.C.

    5.0(46 Google reviews)Immigration attorney

    Foley Law Offices, P.C. has a 5.0 rating from 46 Google reviews. It is a Boston immigration firm with a website you can visit for more information.

    53 State St Ste 500, Boston, MA 02109
    Opening hours
    Monday09:00-17:00
    Tuesday09:00-17:00
    Wednesday09:00-17:00
    Thursday09:00-17:00
    Friday09:00-17:00
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed
  10. Immigration Solutions, LLC

    4.8(142 Google reviews)Immigration attorney

    Immigration Solutions, LLC carries a 4.8 rating from 142 Google reviews. The Boston practice has a website where you can find services and contact details.

    585 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116
    Opening hours
    Monday09:00-17:00
    Tuesday09:00-17:00
    Wednesday09:00-17:00
    Thursday09:00-17:00
    Friday09:00-15:00
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed

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How we ranked these immigration lawyers

We collected immigration lawyer results from Google Maps around Boston and removed government offices and unrelated businesses. Each listing gets a score based on its Google rating, adjusted for the number of reviews so a few 5-star reviews do not outrank hundreds of strong ones. Listings that also show up in Google's top results get a small boost. Paid placements are always labeled "Sponsored" and never change the ranked list. Read our editorial policy.

Immigration lawyers in Boston: FAQs

Do I need an immigration lawyer to get a green card in Boston?

No. A lawyer is not required for a green card. Many Boston applicants file Form I-485 on their own. People often hire a lawyer when their case is more complex, such as past visa problems, a criminal record, a prior denial or removal proceedings. A lawyer can also review your forms before you file.

How do I pick an immigration lawyer in Boston?

Start with a short call or an office visit. Ask if the lawyer handles cases like yours, who will work on your file, and how they keep you updated. Read recent Google reviews and check the firm's website. A good fit is someone who answers your questions in plain language and tells you what to expect.

How is this Boston list ranked?

We pull ratings and review counts from Google Maps, then score each firm on our own. Ratings and review volume both count. We do not rank by price or by who advertises the most. Use the list as a starting point, then call a few firms and compare. The right lawyer for you may not be the first one here.