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Sheela Murthy founded the Murthy Law Firm in 1994 after practicing with leading firms in New York and Baltimore; today the firm in Baltimore County employs about 100 professionals focused on immigration law. Sheela holds an LL.M. from Harvard Law School and is admitted to practice in New York, Maryland, and before the U.S. Supreme Court. An active educator and advocate, she speaks on complex immigration issues for AILA and international organizations, has presented in London and Salzburg, and served on the American Immigration Council’s board (2002–2009), co chairing its Immigrant Achievement Awards. She routinely consults with U.S. consulates and USCIS service centers to advance client interests. Fluent in Kannada, Hindi, and French, Sheela writes regularly, appears in broadcast and print media, and has been honored with Martindale Hubbell’s AV rating; profiles of her work have appeared in The New York Times, The Daily Beast, and The Story Exchange.
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State: Maryland
Acquired: 1989
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State: New York
Acquired: 1988
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10451 Mill Run Circle, Owings Mills, MD, 21117
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Posted by Rajpal | November 23, 2021 | Immigration
Highly Professional, Compassionate and Genuine Immigration Lawyer - Highly Recommend
Attorney Murthy is an esteemed immigration lawyer. Not only is her knowledge of the immigration law is outstanding but she is also a very compassionate and a very genuine professional willing to give the most trustworthy and candid advice. Attorney Murthy is able to hand hold a discussion and hel...
Posted by anonymous | February 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Excellent job , Thank you MLF!!!
I am extremely glad that I consulted Murthy law firm for my case and they have resolved the issue successfully. I was deported at POE . Had phone consultation with attorney Ms Sheela Murthy. She has excellent knowledge and guided me very well .I was confident that my case would be taken care . ...
Posted by Katerina | January 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Knowledgeable and Helpful
I am most thankful for all your help and professional advice on my journey to become an American citizen. Every step in the process was orchestrated expertly, timely and with great care and kindness. Even afterwards, when I had questions, your response was immediate and I felt I was in good hands. Th...
Posted by Ramesh | February 10, 2018 | Immigration
Immigration Consultation
I went back to Ms.Murthy because of her years of expertise and accurate judgement when it comes to immigration matters. She handled our case back in 2003 for my daughter's immigration and now I consulted with her again after 15 years regarding my daughter's marriage. Ms.Murthy is very thorough in ex...
Posted by anonymous | September 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Very thorough and professional
I highly recommend the Murthy Law firm for immigration related matters. They are very thorough, professional and prompt in handling your case. Having had bad experiences with some law firms, I would rate Murthy Law firm by far the best. They will not mess your case.
"I endorse this lawyer. I've worked on several American Immigration Lawyer Association committees with Sheela, and I'm always impressed by her knowledge, kindness and commitment to helping others. She is an incredibly talented immigration attorney."
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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
1994 - Present
Founder and President, Murthy Law Firm
2015 - Present
Maryland Chamber of CommerceChairman
2010 - Present
Girl Scouts of Central MarylandChair, Board of Directors
Member
Former Executive Committee Member
2002 - 2009
American Immigration CouncilBoard of Trustees
1999 - 2001
American Bar AssociationMember, Immigration Law Coordinating Committee
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LL.M - Master of Laws
2015
2015
2013
Immigration Reform Update
2012
Immigration law
2012
Employment-based Immigration
2015
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2003
French
Hindi
English