Atty. Jennifer Cortes

Atty. Jennifer Cortes

Jennifer Cortes is a lawyer practicing immigration law. Jennifer received a B.A. degree from Wayne State University in 2000, and has been licensed for 21 years.

Silver Spring Silver Spring 21 yrs experience 21 year
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About Jennifer Cortes at a glance

Jennifer Cortes is a immigration attorney based in Silver Spring, Maryland. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2005). Educated at Catholic University of America (J.D., 2003) and Wayne State University (B.A., 2000). Serands clients in Silver Spring, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Jennifer Cortes is a lawyer practicing immigration law
  • Jennifer received a B.A. degree from Wayne State University in 2000, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Jennifer practices in Silver Spring, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Jennifer Cortes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jennifer Cortes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Immigration Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Silver Spring are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Jennifer Cortes's law office located?
Jennifer Cortes's law practice is located in Silver Spring, Maryland. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jennifer Cortes handle?
Jennifer Cortes focuses on immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Jennifer Cortes practiced law?
Jennifer Cortes has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Jennifer Cortes go to law school?
Jennifer Cortes earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A., 2000).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Catholic University of America
- 2003
B.A.
Wayne State University
- 2000

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 2005

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