Josue Ruiz Colon
Immigration Attorney | Serving Gaithersburg, MD
14 years of experience
Maryland
Biography
I am the founding partner of Immigration Legal Advisors, PLLC, and I represent clients in immigration matters across all 50 states, U.S. territories, and Puerto Rico. I graduated magna cum laude from the University of Puerto Rico School of Law and have been a licensed attorney and member of the Puerto Rico Bar since 2012. I am also an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, which underscores my commitment to staying current on legal developments and best practices in immigration law.
Before I entered private practice, I honed my skills in management and human resources, managing teams of over 100 employees in a high-volume retail setting. My experience spans recruitment, hiring, onboarding, contract drafting, conflict resolution, and compliance with labor laws. These skills not only continue to inform my legal practice but also enhance my ability to understand and advocate for clients in complex, real-world situations.
I am known for my ability to handle high-pressure challenges, bringing both legal insight and business acumen to every case. As a persuasive communicator and a natural problem-solver, I am fluent in both English and Spanish. I work closely with individuals, families, and employers to help them achieve meaningful results.
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Education
- University of Puerto Rico
- J.D.
- Inter-American University of Puerto Rico
- Business Administration B.B.A.
License
14 years since Josue Ruiz Colon was first licensed to practice law
- 2012
- active
- Maryland
Work Experience
2024
Immigration Legal Advisors, Owner
2021 - 2024
Law Firm of Ruiz Dougherty, Partner
2020
Law Office of Josue Ruiz, Immigration Attorney
2019 - 2021
Law Office of Hale Hawbecker, Immigration Attorney
2017 - 2018
Mercado Law Firm, Immigration Attorney
2017 - 2017
Sarasota County Schools, Identifier & Recruiter Migrant Education Program
2013 - 2016
Josue Ruiz Colon Law Office, Attorney
2004 - 2013
Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority, Lawyer
Professional Associations
2022
American Immigration Lawyers Association
Member
2012
Puerto Rico Bar
Member
Languages
- English
- Spanish
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