Atty. Matthew William Rau

Atty. Matthew William Rau

Matthew William Rau is a lawyer practicing immigration and naturalization. Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Arlington Arlington 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew William Rau at a glance

Matthew William Rau is a Member based in Arlington, Virginia, practicing at Matthew W. Rau. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on citizenship and immigration. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1989) and Kansas (1990). Educated at College of William & Mary (J.D., 1989) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Kansas City Metropolitan and American Bar Associations The Missouri Bar Lawyers Association of Kansas City. Serands clients in Arlington, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew William Rau is a lawyer practicing immigration and naturalization
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Matthew practices at Matthew W. Rau in Arlington, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew William Rau's Areas of Practice

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

Citizenship & Naturalization

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Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Arlington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia 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 Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew William Rau

Where is Matthew William Rau's law office located?
Matthew William Rau's law practice is located in Arlington, Virginia. The firm is Matthew W. Rau. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew William Rau handle?
Matthew William Rau focuses on citizenship, immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Matthew William Rau practiced law?
Matthew William Rau has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Matthew William Rau go to law school?
Matthew William Rau earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Matthew William Rau for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Matthew William Rau received?
Matthew William Rau's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
College of William & Mary
- 1989
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1989
Kansas
Admitted: 1990

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