Naima M Said

Naima M Said

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 34 years

Immigration Lawyer at Columbia, MD
Practice Areas: Immigration, Family

Ste 219, 5513 Twinknolls Rd, Columbia, MD

About Naima

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Immigration 90%

Our firm handles legal matters in the following practice areas: Immigration, Green Cards, Permanent Residence, Visas, Immigrant Visas, Visitor Visas, Citizenship, Naturalization, Criminal Alien Deportation, Employment Visas, H-1 Sponsorship, Work Visas, Student Visas, Family Immigration Law, Employment Authorization, Employment Immigration, Immigration Discrimination, Refugee Law. Asylum Law, Religious Visas, Labor Certification, Consular Practice, Waivers, Removal.

35 years

90%
Family 10%

Separation Agreements, Divorce

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 34 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 34 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1991

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Naima M Said

Ste 219, 5513 Twinknolls Rd, Columbia, MD, 21045

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Naima M Said's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

40 Client Reviews

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Posted by Africana Steven | August 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best legal team

Mrs. Said and her legal team took my case in 2013. I had tried other law firms but I was tired of getting runarounds. This has been the best experience considering the level of stress that comes with this cases. I was in the process of filling for permanent residence but I had some prior arrests that... made my case extremely complicated. Mrs. Naima Said and her amazing team of legal experts reviewed my case and agreed to represent me. For such an accredited lawyer as Mrs. Said, her legal fees as surprisingly affordable without compromise of the service offered. Mrs. Said takes time with her client personally even with her busy schedule. She offers the best legal advice and gathers as much evidence as possible to make your case strong. Her level of preparedness in the courtroom is just amazing. With this team on my side I could walk to the courthouse with total confidence knowing that am well represented. The level of professionalism of the staff is outstanding. The staff always ensure that the client is well prepared before any appearance be it to the court or a regular uscis interview. Deborah and Uraynab just to name a few are the most kind and patient legal professions that I ever dealt with. In June of 2016 I walked into the courtroom with Mrs. Said by my side without any doubt that my case was being handled by the best lawyer to ever do it and with her facts straight, she won the case and I was granted permanent residence against all odds. I can just go on and on about how amazing my experience was but I recommend picking up the phone and making the call that will change your life.

Posted by Boutros | August 14, 2015 | Immigration

Thank you Naima

I had a a very complicated situation , My family and I lost B1/B2 visa after overstaying and got refused L1 visa, But Naima the miracle worker helped me to get e2 visa. She is a genius and she is professional in her work, she has such experience that she told me exactly what the consul will ask me ...in the interview . And the best part of her that I didn't feel that I am dealing with a lawyer but I felt she is like my sister who took care of my case as her own. She has an excellent team which adds up to the awesomeness of this lawyer.I would recommend Naima to anyone who has an immigration case .

Posted by April | August 09, 2013 | Immigration

Awesome!

Very nice group and excellent practices. Mrs Said and her staff were very helpful and understanding in helping my husband with his immigration case. I would highly recommend her services. We are very greatful for her help! Thanks again!

Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2012 | Immigration

Long Standing Immigration Matters

Space allowed on this forum is limited but would like to provide some background on my case. In 1993, immigration denied my i130 / i485 applications filed by my US citizen spouse on the basis that not enough evidence was provided with regards to the fact that the marriage was legal. Further mention w...as made by the interviewing officer that there were inconsistencies in our interview answers suggesting that the marriage could have been a fraud to obtain benefits. I met Ms. Said in 2000 after subsequent marriage to another US citizen meet with immigration challenges on future i130/i485 applications. These latter applications were denied because of first denial. A conclusion was drawn 6 or 7 years later that the first marriage was a sham. Several persistent petitions/attempts by Ms Said to convince immigration that a conclusion cannot be drawn on the new case based on inconclusive findings from the original case met with no success. Ms. Said ultimately advised me that we must file an appeal with the Board of Immigrations Appeal - BIA. Given that we did not have much options and the trust we had built for Ms. Said over several years we proceeded with the appeal. Nineteen years later, my wife and I are shouting victory and AMEN! Ms Naima won the BIA appeal and the board has asked immigration to issue a new decision on my case. Even though we believe in divine intervention, there is no way this would have been possible without Ms Said's expertise, knowledge, candid approach, trustworthiness and dedication to us! Beyond providing legal advice, there were many times she acted as counselor and provided inspiration to my wife and I as she clearly understands the nature of her work and negative decisions could be daunting to her clients. My wife and I would highly recommend Ms. Naima Said for any and all immigration matters!! We cannot thank her enough - SHE IS ABSOLUTELY THE BEST!!!!!

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Naima M Said's Lawyer Endorsements

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Pushkar Singh

Immigration lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Said presented at University of Maryland Law school, and adequately explained her difficult victories in Immigration cases. She is competent, well-read, and knowledgeable to find sources to help her Clients fight for their Immigration rights. I wholeheartedly endorse her skills and abilities."

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Klaudia Hall

Immigration lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Naima is a very experienced and well respected attorney in the legal community. Naima contributes greatly to our immigration bar by volunteering on several committees. To name a few, Naima is the Chair-Elect of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, DC Chapter and past Chair of the Maryland State Bar Immigration Section where we have been working together. We have also participated together at the National Day of Action for several years. In addition, Naima is a frequent speaker at the immigration law conferences where she is educating fellow attorneys on different aspects of the immigration law. I have found her to be not only extremely dedicated to our profession but also very compassionate. Next to her busy work schedule, Naima finds time to help immigrant children on a pro bono basis. She is a real asset to our bar and immigrant community alike. I am honored to endorse Naima!"

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Sharareh Hoidra

Immigration lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Said is a fantastic & highly knowledgeable immigration attorney. She is well known in the legal community and provides truly zealous advocacy despite having over 20 years of experience! She is still passionate about her work and it shows."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rachel Zoghlin

Immigration lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Naima Said is a fearless and tireless advocate for her clients, both in court and out. She is well-known and well-respected in the community, providing much-needed pro bono assistance to the low-income community, and serving as a mentor to new attorneys in the field of immigration. She is a stellar attorney and I would not hesitate to recommend her."

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Danielle Beach

Immigration lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.“Naima Said is a respected and capable immigration attorney with whom I have worked on projects to assist immigrant rights. She avidly advocates for her client’s interests and volunteers on a number of committees to assist immigrants in developing knowledge and furthering their immigration status. With enthusiasm she dedicates her skills on various projects such as legislation, driver’s licenses and naturalization workshops to promote those seeking to achieve legal status as residents and citizens. “"

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Thanh Doan

Immigration lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Naima is a tireless advocate for her clients and the immigrant community at large. Her knowledge of immigration law, creative application of the law, and zealous pursuit of justice and fairness, epitomizes her work ethic of "where there's a will, there's a way." I feel very honored to know her both professionally and personally."

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Cynthia Katz

Immigration lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Intelligent, passionate, zealous, advocacy. Naima Said is the first immigration attorney that I met upon entering this area. In addition to being an excellent attorney, she is a truly nice person, as well. Submitted by: Cynthia Groomes Katz, Attorney"

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Immigration lawyer

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Thanh Doan

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Lead Counsel Rating in Immigration Law, Lead Counsel

2010

State Legislation Co-Chair, American Immigration Lawyers Association

2009

Advocacy Division Award, American Immigration Lawyers Association

2003

Top Lawyers, Baltimore, Baltimore Magazine

Work Experience

1991 - Present

Attorney, Naima Said & Associates

Associations

2011 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Secretary

1991 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2015 - 2016

American Immigration Lawyers Association (DC chapter)

Chair

2014 - 2014

American Immigration Lawyers Association (DC chapter)

Chair-Elect

2013 - 2013

American Immigration Lawyers Association (DC chapter)

Vice Chair

2012 - 2012

American Immigration Lawyers Association (DC chapter)

Secretary

2011 - 2011

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Treasurer

Sample of Legal Cases

E-2 VISA

APPROVED

State-side Waivers

Success!

Special Juvenile Immigrants

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Education

1990

Harvard Law School

LL.M - Master of Laws

Speaking Engagements

2011

Maryland State Bar Association

Navigating Potholes to US Citizenship

2011

Maryland State Bar Association

Criminal and Non-Criminal Grounds of Inadmissibility

Publications

2003

Baltimore Magazine Baltimore's Best Lawyers

1998

Harvard Law News Three Delegates to Rome

Languages

Arabic

Spanish

English

Activity

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