Andre Matias, OLY — CEO
I help entrepreneurs and companies bring talent to the U.S. without getting lost in the process. At Altius Immigration Law, I handle every case myself, from first call to final approval. Clients don’t get passed off to staff. They get direct access, consistent communication, and realistic timelines. My work focuses on O-1, L-1, EB-1, PERM filings, helping employers stay compliant with their I-9 obligations, and other business immigration matters. I represent startups, founders, and expanding companies that need immigration handled right the first time. My priorities are accuracy, predictability, and staying ahead of policy changes. When USCIS or DOL shifts direction, I let my clients know what it means and how to adapt. Before founding Altius, I worked at nationally and internationally-recognized law firms. I earned my J.D. from Georgetown University, where I received two CALI Awards for top performance, an ABA Scholarship, and a Certificate in Refugees and Humanitarian Crises from the Walsh School of Foreign Service. Those experiences taught me how to combine precision with perspective, and these are the skills that now shape how I practice immigration law. As a two-time Olympian, I’ve learned that preparation and follow-through separate wins from near-misses. That’s how I approach every case. If your company is planning international hires or new U.S. operations, you can reach me directly here or schedule a short call through my booking link. Disclaimer: The contents of this page constitute attorney advertising under the New York rules of professional responsibility, and may be considered so in other jurisdictions. Nothing I post on this page is legal advice, nor does reading anything I write or communicating with me on or through LinkedIn form an attorney/client relationship between us.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Business Immigration Law expert with a strong background in compliance and client relations.
Location: Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Experience: 19 yrs 3 mos
Skills
- U.s. Immigration
- Immigration Law
Career Highlights
- Expert in U.S. immigration law and compliance.
- Two-time Olympian with a focus on precision.
- Direct client access and consistent communication.
Work Experience
Friends of Cuerama
Board Member (1 yr 2 mos)
Altius Immigration Law
Managing Attorney (3 yrs 2 mos)
Yacub Law Office
Immigration Attorney (2 yrs)
A&O Shearman
Attorney (1 yr)
Gibney, Anthony & Flaherty, LLP
Immigration Summer Associate (1 mo)
Comité Olímpico Angolano
Olympian (17 yrs)
Education
Juris Doctor (J.D.) at Georgetown Law
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) at Hamilton College
at École & Lycée Français de Luanda (Angola)
at Blair Academy