Calvin Chikwendu Umezurike, Esq. is the principal attorney of Umez Law Firm PLLC, focusing on Immigration Law, Veterans Disability Law, and Social Security Disability Law.

Calvin earned his Juris Doctor from Michigan State University College of Law and holds a master’s degree in Conflict Management from Kennesaw State University. He is licensed in the District of Columbia and Palau and is authorized to represent clients in U.S. Immigration Courts nationwide.

As a Department of Veterans Affairs accredited attorney and Social Security Administration registered attorney, Calvin helps veterans and individuals with disabilities pursue the benefits and protections they deserve.

His approach is centered on honest guidance, strong advocacy, and personalized legal strategies designed around each client’s unique circumstances.

Practice Areas

Immigration Law
Representation in immigration matters, appeals, and related proceedings.

Veterans Disability Law
Assistance with disability claims, compensation, and appeals for service-connected conditions.

Social Security Disability Law
Guidance with disability claims and appeals when benefits have been denied.

Education

• Michigan State University College of Law, JD Juris Doctor
• Kennesaw State University, MSCM Conflict Management (alternative dispute resolution)
• University of Nigeria, BSc. Political Science and Sociology/Anthropology

Bar Admissions: Jurisdictions Licensed to Practice Law

• District of Columbia Bar
• Palau Bar
• Executive Office of Immigration Review
• Board of Immigration Appeals
• U.S. Court of International Trade 
• U.S. Social Security Administration – Registered Attorney
• U.S. Board of Veterans Appeals – Accredited Attorney
• U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims
• U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces  
• U.S. Court of Appeals for Federal Circuit
• U.S. Court of Appeals for Nineth Circuit 
• U.S. District Court for Eastern District of Texas
• U.S. Navy-Marine Corps Court of Criminal Appeals
• U.S. Airforce Court of Criminal Appeals  

Certifications and Accreditation

• Department of Veterans Affairs – Accredited Attorney
• Supreme Court of Virginia – Certified Mediator for Virginia Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court
• Supreme Court of Virginia – Certified Mediator for Virginia General District Court
• Chartered Institute of Arbitrator U.S./U.K. – Certified Arbitrator/Mediator

Professional Associations and Memberships

• District of Columbia Bar Association
• Palau Bar Association
• American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
• America Immigration Lawyers association – District of Columbia Chapter
• Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims Bar Association
• Customs and International Trade Bar Association (Customs Committee Member)
• Member – Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (MCIArb) – UK/North American Branch