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Sharif S. Silmi combines deep expertise in immigration and business law with a client-centered, results-driven approach. After earning his J.D. at the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, and a bachelor’s from California State University, he has represented clients from the EU, Australia, Canada, the Caribbean, Jordan, Pakistan, Egypt and beyond. His practice covers EB-1A, EB-1B and EB-2 National Interest Waivers, O-1A, L-1, H-1B, P-3, U visas, VAWA petitions, family-based cases, naturalization, consular processing, deportation defense and federal litigation. He also guides foreign businesses through E-2 treaty investments, U.S. branch-office formation and corporate compliance. A member of the American Bar Association, American Immigration Lawyers Association and the District of Columbia Bar, Mr. Silmi authors articles on immigration law and advocates for policies that welcome skilled professionals, international students and vulnerable populations.
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Posted by Priyabrata Nandi | March 03, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Successful EB1-A petition
Thank you so much for your expertise and commitment throughout the EB1-A process. It is clear that your hard work and dedication directly resulted in this successful outcome without a RFE. I am forever grateful to Mr. Bektur Osmonbaev, Attorney Silmi, and the entire team for everything you have done...
Posted by Karthik | February 25, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
King of strategy
Forever thankful to Silmi Law for my EB1A approval (w/o any RFE)! Atty Silmi gave a clear vision for the petition through the roadmapping calls. Even though I never to got to meet him after the roadmapping calls, the paralegals were diligent in answering questions in the evidence collection process. ...
Posted by anonymous | February 17, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
EB-1A – Exceptional Strategy, Execution, and Support
I am incredibly grateful to Attorney Sharif Silmi and the entire Silmi Law team for successfully handling my EB-1A (Extraordinary Ability) I-140 petition. From the very beginning, their strategy, precision, and confidence in presenting my case were exceptional. EB-1A cases require careful evidence...
Posted by Sen | January 09, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Lawyer
He is more experienced and knowledgeable Lawyer. He will try to understand case very clearly and follow different pattern/strategy for each client that will define the success story
Posted by Ash Singh | December 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Best EB1A Lawyer
My experience with Attorney Sharif and his team at Silmi Law on my EB1A petition was truly remarkable. Over the year-long journey, Sharif’s deep knowledge and personalized guidance during strategy roadmap sessions assured me that I was in the right hands. Their meticulous attention to detail and c...
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Immigration lawyer
2016 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2016 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2013
JD - Juris Doctor
Arabic
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