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Sheela Murthy

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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 37 years

Immigration Lawyer at Owings Mills, MD
Practice Areas: Immigration

10451 Mill Run Circle, Owings Mills, MD

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About Sheela

Biography

We Know Immigration Matters!

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Various non-immigrant options like H1B, L1A, L1B, O1, J1, F1, F1 OPT, F1 CPT, etc. Various immigrant filings like PERM, EB1, EB2, NIW, EB3, EB4 and EB5 investor filings. Consultations on student, criminal issues for immigrants, etc.

36 years | 38 cases

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 36 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1989

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 37 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1988

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No misconduct found

Location

Murthy Law Firm

10451 Mill Run Circle, Owings Mills, MD, 21117

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1 star 13
Practice Areas
Immigration (147) Lawsuits & Disputes (6) Appeals (2) Litigation (2) Consumer Protection (1) DUI & DWI (1) Divorce & Separation (1) Domestic Violence (1) Medical Malpractice (1)
What Clients Mention
Practice Area Knowledge (90) Case Results (78) Professionalism (70) Recommendation (62) Responsiveness (48) Communication Style (41) General Knowledge (37) Staff & Support (36) Advocacy (34) Trustworthiness (22) Character & Conduct (18) Cost of Services (18) Compassion (9) Punctuality (5) Free Consultations (1)

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Posted by Adheesh | January 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Attorney par excellence - Sheela Murthy rocks

I approached Sheela when I was frustrated. My previous attorney had messed up my I-140, which had to be withdrawn. I had no clue what to do. I requested a phone call with Sheela and she promptly agreed. On the phone, she gave me confidence in just a few minutes. We hired Murthy Law Firm (MLF). On her... advice, my company and I decided to file again my I-140 and I-485 concurrently. That was the beginning of a very professional and personal relationship with Murthy Law Firm. Professional because the attorneys at Murthy Law Firm are very knowledgeable and experienced. They remained in close contact with me, shared their opinions, made draft responses available for my review, encouraged my inputs and prepared rock solid petitions and responses to USCIS queries. The attorneys responses were based on AAO rulings, citations and various past cases references. You can't beat that, can you? Personal because the attorneys went beyond the normal call of duty. They worked late hours when necessary and were very patient while listening to my feedback, questions and sometimes heightened anxiety ! Not once did I feel that I am being rushed or overlooked. Even paralegals assigned to my case demonstrated attention to details in coordinating between the attorney and me. They would go through nuts and bolts of required documents with me, call me and even remind me till they received all needed paperwork. Sheela and her star attorneys helped my family and me to secure our green cards. I remember when Sheela told me on the phone during my first call, to not worry. "We know immigration matters, and we are very good at what we do", she had said. Well, she sure is. Thank you Sheela for your excellent and outstanding services. My family and I owe our Green Card to you !

Posted by Suresh | September 25, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

The Best

Murthy Law Firm has been of tremendous help while filing my green card. Their lawyers are so up to date on immigration matters that there is never a question that goes unanswered. They have the right answers and always are honest and prompt while responding to client queries. They are very quick t...o respond to my emails and very easy to work with. They are very organized and give you the confidence that your case is in safe hands. Will definitely refer them to my friends because of their outstanding job on immigration matters.

Posted by Ben | August 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Fantastic result!

Prior to contacting The Murthy Law Firm I had other consultations with 2 different firms, both did not understand my visa issue after being deported and found inadmissible to the US with a 5 year bar. One attorney who was actually the head of the firm and told me I had no chance of winning and would ...not take on my case (maybe because she had a "no win no fee" policy) I thankfully contacted the Murthy Law firm and had my consultation with attorney Christopher Drinan. Christopher was extremely helpful and was able to answer all my questions very professionally and in a timely matter. He came up with a detailed plan on what actions would be taken in having a successful outcome with my case. After several months and a lot of hard work we heard back from the Port director at LAX granting our request to have my removal vacated. A couple of weeks ago I applied for my new visa the US consulate in Sydney Australia and was approved. I am extremely happing with choosing the Murthy Law Firm and especially attorney Christopher Drinan!

Posted by Shiva | July 22, 2015 | Immigration

Best Attorney's you can always trust

I went to Murthy Law firm as my last door, I was about to sell all my stuff and go back to my home country leaving all the hopes. I had issue with my I-94 and was out of status, by the time I realized I was out of status, I was into big mess and was sure about ban. I was scared by online blog posts a...nd contacted other attorneys but was in vain. Then I contacted Murthy law firm for an initial consultation and attorney Pam guided me correctly. Attorney Brain green was assigned to my case and he was an excellent attorney, the way he handled the case was extra-ordinary. He was quick in response and had not left any stone unturned while handling my case. I am finally relieved and my I94 is in status and I have clean history. Thank you so much Attorney Brain Green and Pam for taking good care of me. For any immigration issues please contact murthy law firm and do not just waste your time getting tensed and worried. Thank you Murthy law firm for all your services.

Posted by Sri | June 12, 2015 | Immigration

Murthy Law Firm - Attorneys with complete immigration knowledge

Have been using the services of Murthy Law Firm for various immigration needs since last 8 years, its has always a been a great experience. All questions answered promptly in detail based on individual situation. Thank you Murthy Law Firm!

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2026

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

National Spark Award (First Recipient), American Immigration Council

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Best Law Firms – Tier 1, U.S. News & World Report

2023

Hall of Fame (Lifetime Achievement), Baltimore Sun

2023

Hall of Fame Induction, MD Chamber of Commerce

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Publication of Being Sheela (Biography), HarperCollins

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Influential Marylander for 2019, Daily Record

2019

Thought Leaders in Corporate Immigration, Who’s Who Legal

2019

Maryland Super Lawyers, Maryland Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

20 Most Admired CEOs in Maryland, Maryland Business Community

2016

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Maryland Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Clementine Peterson Award for Philanthropy, United Way of Central Maryland

2014

Maryland Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Future 50 Award, Baltimore SmartCEO Magazine

2013

Maryland Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Who's Who Legal, International Who's Who of Corporate Immigration Lawyers

2012

50 Most Influential Marylanders, Maryland Leadership Organization

2012

Award for Excellence, ASHA For Women

2012

The Sadie Award, The Children's Guild

2011

Maryland's Top 100 Women Award, Maryland Daily Record

2010

Fastest Growing Private Companies (500/5000), Inc. Magazine

2010

Best of Business Award, The Small Business Commerce Association

2009

Entrepreneur of the Year, Ernst & Young

2009

Entrepreneur Of The Year, Ernst & Young

2009

Global Leadership Award, State of Maryland

2009

Philanthropist of the Year, United Way of Central Maryland

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Philanthropist of the Year, United Way of Central Maryland

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Leadership in Law Award, The Daily Record

2008

Leadership in Law Award, The Daily Record

2007

Maryland Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers (Maryland)

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Circle of Excellence (3-time recognition), Top 100 Women Organization

2006

Leadership in Law, American Desi Magazine

2001

40 Under 40 Emerging Business Leaders, Business Leaders Organization

1999

Top 25 Lawyers in Baltimore-Washington, Baltimore Business Journal

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Founder and President, Murthy Law Firm

Associations

2015 - Present

Maryland Chamber of Commerce

Chairman

2010 - Present

Girl Scouts of Central Maryland

Chair, Board of Directors

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

American Immigration Lawyers Association (DC chapter)

Former Executive Committee Member

2002 - 2009

American Immigration Council

Board of Trustees

1999 - 2001

American Bar Association

Member, Immigration Law Coordinating Committee

Education

N/A

Harvard University Law School

LL.M - Master of Laws

Speaking Engagements

2015

Second Annual American Bazaar IT Conclave U.S. Immigration Law

2015

ITechLaw, Asia-Pacific Conference Updates on immigration law

2013

Leadership Summit

Immigration Reform Update

2012

Immigration Seminar

Immigration law

2012

AILA DC Fall Annual Conference

Employment-based Immigration

Publications

2015

2004

2003

The Economic Times L-1 & H1B Visas

Languages

French

Hindi

English

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