Overview

Trow & Rahal is a preeminent law firm in our nation’s capital that practices exclusively in the field of U.S. immigration and nationality law, with a primary focus on solving immigration issues for employers in the U.S. and around the world.

  • We help businesses obtain work visas, green cards, and other immigration benefits when hiring foreign nationals to work in the US.
  • We guide employers in complying with federal immigration requirements.
  • We assist multinational companies with relocating workers from abroad.
  • We help individual clients obtain immigration benefits based on employment, investment, marriage, or other family relationships.
  • We serve a growing practice of athletes and entertainers.
  • We collaborate with other law firms, financial managers, and accountants in integrating their clients’ needs with business and tax objectives.

    As your immigration law firm, Trow & Rahal will stay on top of rapidly changing regulations and craft a customized solution to your immigration challenges.

    Guiding the firm with their winning attitudes and capabilities, Steve Trow and Linda Rahal have a solid reputation within the legal community and are widely recognized as leading business immigration attorneys. Their reputation for high ethical standards earned them recognition in the Martindale-Hubbell Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers. They have been recognized in the Best Lawyers in America since 2006; Washingtonian Magazine and Washington D.C. Super Lawyers have named Steve and Linda among the DC area’s top immigration lawyers.

Founded:
1993
Size:
5
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Practice Areas:
1
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
3

Rankings

National

Tier
1
National Ranking
Immigration Law

Regional

Washington, D.C.

Tier
1
Washington, D.C.
Immigration Law

Firm Leadership

Cynthia B. Hemphill
Shareholder
Linda A. Rahal
Managing Shareholder
Stephen C. Trow
Senior Shareholder

Highlighted Client Comments

These featured testimonials reflect a sampling of client experiences. As every legal matter is unique—comments are personal opinions, not guarantees of future results.
Immigration Law
I have worked with Trow & Rahal at three companies and always am very happy to recommend them. They are diligent and always bring spectacular expertise to cases as well as being willing to speak to me as the employer and my sponsored employees. My employees have great feedback on them, and I trust Trow & Rahal to keep track of these important deadlines.
 

Rankings

National

Tier
1
National Ranking
Immigration Law

Regional

Washington, D.C.

Tier
1
Washington, D.C.
Immigration Law

Practice Areas

Trow & Rahal PC has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 1 specialty, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Immigration Law

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Trow & Rahal PC proudly has 3 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Client Comments

A strong relationship between a client and their law firm is key to achieving the best possible outcomes. Open communication, trust, and collaboration ensure that attorneys understand each client’s unique goals and needs. Choosing the right firm means finding a team with the experience, knowledge, and dedication to guide you through every stage of the legal process.
Client comments reflect personal opinions and individual experiences. Every case is different, and outcomes depend on specific facts and circumstances. Past results and testimonials do not guarantee similar outcomes in future matters. For personalized legal advice, consult directly with an experienced attorney who can evaluate your specific situation and provide tailored guidance.
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Awards

Trow & Rahal PC is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, Trow & Rahal PC has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how Trow & Rahal PC continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.
U.S. News/Best Law Firms, Tier 1, Immigration

Offices & Contacts

Bethesda, MD
Three Bethesda Metro Center, Suite 610
Bethesda, MD 20814
United States
Chief Administrative Officer
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