With years of experience at the intersection of immigration, entertainment, and art law, Shervin Abachi established Abachi Law LLC in 2025 to provide creative professionals, artists, and entertainers with specialized legal guidance. His professional purview encompasses employment-based visa petitions for artists and entertainers, such as O, P, and EB-1 Visas, alongside various entertainment law matters, including copyright, trademark, and artist contracts.
Before founding Abachi Law, Shervin served as the Senior Attorney at Sethi & Mazaheri, LLC, representing hundreds of clients and honing his expertise in complex immigration and entertainment matters.
Shervin’s educational credentials include a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Rutgers University School of Law and an Art and Cultural Heritage Law Certificate from Georgetown University Law Center.
Outside of his responsibilities at Abachi Law LLC, Shervin is the founder of an enterprise dedicated to empowering immigrant artists struggling to find suitable employment and avenues for self-expression. Shervin’s commitment to supporting artistic talent extends to his advisory role at the Artistic Freedom Initiative, a nonprofit advocating for at-risk international artists through pro bono immigration representation and resettlement aid. He also contributes as a board member for the Big Dance Theater, a New York-based organization renowned for its innovative blend of dance, drama, and literature.
Demonstrating his passion for art and culture, Shervin directs the FOLCS International Short Film Competition, a platform for independent filmmakers to showcase their work around human rights. He also produces events for the Forum on Life, Culture, and Society (FOLCS) at renowned venues such as the 92 Street Y, Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), and NYU School of Law. His collaborations range from prominent figures like Sir Ben Kingsley, Chadwick Boseman, Rosie Perez, Jesse Eisenberg, and Kristen Stewart to esteemed personalities like President Bill Clinton and Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor.
Maintaining a firm stance on civil rights and community development, Shervin co-established the Iranian Community of the Northeast (ICON) to champion justice and representation for the Iranian community in NYC. His invaluable efforts were recognized by then-Mayor de Blasio and current Mayor Eric Adams in 2017.
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Posted by Francisco | July 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Got my EB-1 petition approved on the 1st try
I was on an O-1 visa and looking to transition to an EB-1 and my current lawyer declined to take my case, saying I wasn't ready. I wanted a second opinion, and Shervin's firm was recommended by a friend who worked with them for his own EB-1. I sent my materials and Shervin got back to me saying he th...
Posted by Rene | July 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Trustworthy and Efficient
My experience with Shervin Abachi was perfect . He expertly guided me through the process of acquiring an O-1B visa for artists, providing me with steady support all the way. All I needed to do was gather the necessary paperwork and follow his advice. Shervin went the extra mile to ensure my applicat...
Posted by Salar | February 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Creatives, you've found your representer.
As a composer, I was lucky enough to be introduced to the renowned Shervin, a specialist in the field with a long track record of success. It didn't take long for me to see his expertise; within three years, he had secured an O-1B visa, and my EB-1 filing was processed without a hitch. However, I was...
Posted by Raam | February 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Shervin is the best!
Shervin is my ride or die. I have known him for a long time and have worked with him for the past 4 years. I trust this man with my life, whether it’s related to the work I do in the entertainment industry or to my immigration process. He is meticulous, patient, intelligent and most importantly a gen...
Posted by Hadi | December 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
More than THANKFUL!
I am more than grateful to Shervin Abachi for helping me with my immigration case. The fact is that there are immigration lawyers from all corners of in the immigration system you find Immigration Attorney's in every corner you drive nevertheless it is also known that many are charlatans only over pr...
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2021
President's Pro Bono Service Award, New York State Bar Association
2025 - Present
Owner and Managing Attorney, Abachi Law LLC
2020 - Present
Board Member, Big Dance Theater
2019 - Present
Member Of The Board Of Advisors, Artistic Freedom Initiative
2016 - Present
Director, International Short Film Competition | Producer, Forum on Life, Culture & Society (FOLCS)
2017 - 2025
Associate, Sethi and Mazaheri LLC
2019 - Present
New York City Bar Association, Immigration and NatMember
2020
JD - Juris Doctor
2023
2021
English
Farsi