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Immigration Lawyers in South Portland, ME: 2026 rankings

5 immigration lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Highest LFR Score in South Portland: New England Immigration Law, LFR Score 62/100; 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews.

  2. 3

    Most-reviewed: Keenan Law, 7 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 5 ranked after New England Immigration Law; ranked #3.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

5 South Portland immigration lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 5 rated law firms.

Most of this list also appears on the Immigration lawyers in Portland ranking. See Immigration lawyers in Portland

Top 5 immigration lawyers in South Portland at a glance

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Top 5 immigration lawyers in South Portland at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inNotable for
1New England Immigration Law625.0★ (38)Malden, 39 mi awayTop score
2Haven Immigration Law LLC615.0★ (5)Portland, 1 mi away—
3Keenan Law535.0★ (7)South PortlandMost reviews
4Mark J Russo LLC - Portland534.0★ (4)Portland, 2 mi away—
5Mark J Russo LLC - Biddeford534.4★ (7)Biddeford, 15 mi away—

All 5 immigration lawyers in South Portland, in rank order

Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

  1. Ranked #1 in South Portland

    #1 New England Immigration Law

    Based in Malden, 39 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for New England Immigration Law(413) 776-0166

  2. #2 Haven Immigration Law LLC

    Based in Portland, 1 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–4 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    132 Spring St Unit 1, Portland, ME 04101
    View profile for Haven Immigration Law LLC(207) 515-8005

  3. #3 Keenan Law

    Based in South Portland

    53/100LFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Civil law attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    372 Cottage Rd, South Portland, ME 04106
    View profile for Keenan Law(207) 536-0980

How we ranked South Portland immigration lawyers

We scored 5 South Portland immigration lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn South Portland data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose an immigration lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many immigration law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Check the lawyer is in good standing with a state bar or law society; immigration lawyers can be licensed in any state.
  7. Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.

Questions to ask an immigration lawyer

  • How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
  • How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
  • Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
  • What are my options, and what are the risks of each?
  • Which government fees are not included in your fee?
  • Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?

Terms explained

Contingency fee
A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
Retainer
Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
Flat fee
One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
Limited-scope representation
Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
Statute of limitations
The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
Good standing
A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
Law society
The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
Board certification
Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
Attorney–client privilege
The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
Conflict check
The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
Pro bono
Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
Legal aid
Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.

Immigration lawyers in South Portland: frequently asked questions

Which immigration lawyer has the highest LFR Score in South Portland?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked immigration lawyer in South Portland, ME is New England Immigration Law with an LFR Score of 62/100. It has 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews. Haven Immigration Law LLC (#2) and Keenan Law (#3) follow. We ranked 5 immigration lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many immigration lawyers are there in South Portland?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 5 immigration lawyers serving South Portland, ME. 1 of them is based in South Portland; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of November 2026.

What Google rating do South Portland immigration lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 5 rated immigration lawyers in South Portland is 5.0★, with a median of 7 reviews. New England Immigration Law has the most, 38 reviews, and ranks #1. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does LawFirmsRanked rank immigration lawyers?

Each immigration lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do immigration lawyers outside South Portland count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the South Portland city center, our service radius for immigration lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.

Can immigration lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?

No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.

How do immigration lawyers in South Portland, ME charge?

Immigration lawyers often charge a flat fee per application and hourly rates for court cases. Government filing fees are separate. Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $377 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.

Who can legally represent me in an immigration matter?

In the US, only lawyers and accredited representatives of recognised organisations may represent you before immigration agencies and courts (8 CFR 292.1). A notario or consultant cannot. This is general information, not legal advice.

How is this list of immigration lawyers in South Portland, ME ranked?

By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.

Does a lawyer need an office in South Portland?

No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.

Update log for South Portland

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 5 immigration lawyers serving South Portland.

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