When it comes to navigating the U.S. immigration system, working with an experienced Maine immigration lawyer can make all the difference. That’s where FordMurray Law comes in. With decades of combined experience, this Portland-based firm provides both business and family immigration services.
A Team of Trusted Immigration Attorneys
FordMurray Law was founded on the principles of client-focused advocacy and clear communication. Their team of attorneys and legal analysts offers sophisticated, tailored solutions for businesses, institutions, universities, non-profits and individuals. Whether you’re an employer looking to hire foreign talent, a university seeking compliance guidance, or a family navigating the visa process, FordMurray attorneys are ready to help
Areas of Practice
FordMurray has lawyers who can assist with a wide variety of immigration matters, including:
- Higher Education & Private Schools – Employment visas, SEVIS certification, student visas, I-9 compliance, and workforce retention.
- Healthcare Immigration – J-1 visas, Conrad waivers, extraordinary ability visas, and nurse/allied health professional visas.
- Corporate Immigration – H-1B, L-1, H-2B, TN visas, STEM/extraordinary ability cases, and employer compliance systems.
- Family & Individual Immigration – Fiancé visas, spouse-sponsored green cards, family-based immigration, investor visas, and naturalization.
Meet FordMurray’s Immigration Attorneys
- Michael J. Murray – Adjunct professor of Immigration Law at the University of Maine Law School, specializing in healthcare and higher education immigration.
- Russell Ford – Co-founder, focusing on corporate and institutional immigration compliance, visas, and workforce planning.
- Shannon McKinnon – An expert in removal defense and crimmigration, representing individuals and families in complex cases.
Along with a talented team of legal analysts and support staff, FordMurray provides comprehensive services with empathy and precision
Why Work with a Maine Immigration Lawyer at FordMurray?
- Local Expertise – Attorneys who understand both the community of Maine’s needs and federal immigration law.
- Comprehensive Services – Spanning business, institutional, family, and individual immigration.
- Proven Track Record – Decades of successful representation across industries and case types.
- Client-Centered Approach – Clear communication and personalized strategies for every client.
- Commitment to Education – Attorneys who teach, publish, and train, advancing the practice of immigration law in Maine.