Miatrai Brown, Esq.
Immigration Attorney
Education
- American University Washington College of Law, JD
- Virginia Tech, BA, International Studies with a Business concentration
Professional Achievements
- Northern Virginia Top 40 Under 40 Award
- National Black Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 Award
- Emerging Women Leads in Law Award
- Multiple Pro Bono Awards
- Instructs and teaches Continued Legal Education (“CLE”) classes for attorneys completing their annual CLE requirements to maintain their U.S. bar license.
- Provides expert analysis for top legal outlets, including Bloomberg Law and Law360.
Certifications & Organizations
- Bar Licenses: New York & D.C.
Philosophy
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Co-authored Articles (18)
How to
Address a Letter to an Embassy
An embassy is the official office of one country's ambassador in another country. The ambassador is the official representative of their country. Both embassies and consulates handle the affairs of one country while in ...
How to
Write a Character Reference
If you have never written a character reference letter before, it might sound like a challenge. While writing character reference letter is a big responsibility, there’s no need to worry. Whether it's for a job, an a...
How to
Work at a US Embassy
A guide to getting hired at an American embassy abroadWorking for a United States Embassy can be a tremendously enriching and rewarding experience. Embassy workers are considered Foreign Service Officers (FSOs), and are ...
How to
Get Dual Citizenship in Mexico
When you have dual citizenship, you’re a citizen of two different countries. Mexico and the United States allow this, which means you can become a citizen of Mexico without having to renounce your United States citizen...
25 Ways You Can Be a Good Citizen: It’s Easier Than You Think
A guide to becoming an active member of your community Whether you're trying to establish yourself in a new country or living in the same country where you were born, being a good citizen is more about supporting and imp...
How to Calculate and Pay U.S. Import Duties and Taxes
The internet has opened up a world of goods that you can buy and have shipped to you, whether you plan to resell or keep for your own personal use. But with international shipping comes international trade duties and res...
How to
Become a Citizen of Mexico
Want to become a Mexican citizen? The process is similar to that of other countries, with plenty of paperwork, an exam, and some waiting time while your forms are processed. Be patient, work diligently, and ask questions...
How to
Calculate Amount of Food Stamps
The United States Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Services funds the food stamp program in all fifty states. Officially, the food stamp program is the known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (...
Everything You Need to Know About U.S. and Canadian Dual Citizenship
Your complete guide to dual citizenship in USA and Canada The U.S. Department of State or Bureau of Consular Affairs and Citizenship and Immigration Canada allows for citizens to have dual citizenship, meaning it is not...
How to
Immigrate to New Zealand
Leaving one's current country in favor of New Zealand (Aotearoa) is a big decision. As New Zealand offers several options to immigrate there, each with varying difficulty, deciding the appropriate route to pursue will he...
How to
Get a Working Visa for Australia
Australia is a popular place for people who want to live and work outside of their home country. If you want to work in Australia, however, you’ll need to apply for and be granted a working visa before you can even con...
How to Move to Another Country from the United States
Get your fresh start with a new country and a new lifeAre you ready to turn over a new leaf? Moving to a new country is a great way to begin a new chapter in your life, but it may seem really daunting. Starting over in a...
How to
Bring Your Parents to the UK
Bringing your parents to the UK can be difficult, but it's quite doable under the right circumstances. As an adult, the only way to bring your parents over to the UK is if they require daily care, and you plan to provide...
How to
Become a Korean Citizen
There are 3 pathways to citizenship in the Republic of Korea (ROK). If your parents were Korean nationals or if you marry a Korean national, the process and requirements are simpler. However, most immigrants becoming nat...
How & Where to Apply for Dual Citizenship in the Philippines
If you were born in the Philippines but lost your Filipino citizenship as the result of becoming a naturalized citizen of another country, you can apply for dual citizenship under Republic Act 9225 (RA 9225). If one or b...
How to
Get Swedish Citizenship
Sweden is a beautiful and prosperous country that attracts people from around the world. There are two typical ways to acquire Swedish citizenship: naturalization and notification. Depending on your circumstances, you mu...
How to
Get Irish Citizenship
You don't necessarily have to live on the island of Ireland to become an Irish citizen. Since Ireland recognizes dual citizenship, you may be eligible for Irish citizenship no matter where you live. If you were born in I...
How to Get a US Green Card (without Marriage)
Expert green card guidance from immigration lawyers Many people see the United States as a place of opportunity, freedom, and prosperity. But there are many hoops to jump through before someone can join the more than 13 ...
