We have not found any cost information for this lawyer
PRO
Virtual Consultation Available
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.
2
Practice Areas
12 years
We have not found any cost information for this lawyer
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Other places you can find Sharif online.
88 Client Reviews
Showing 6 - 10 of 24 reviews | Communication Style
Posted by Aravind Srinivas | February 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
True Mastery of EB1A Immigration Law
I am incredibly grateful to Attorney Sharif for his exceptional expertise and unwavering support in successfully navigating my EB1A immigration petition. His deep understanding of EB1A statutes and ability to break down complex legal concepts played a pivotal role in securing this approval From th...
Posted by anonymous | February 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Strategic, pragmatic, committed & results oriented
I cannot recommend Sharif Silmi highly enough for their outstanding work in securing my EB1A visa approval under the business category. From the very beginning, Silmi demonstrated a deep understanding of the EB1A requirements through lens of business value and crafted a strategic approach tailored to...
Posted by Moayad | December 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
EB2 NIW Approval (STEM, no Phd)
Sharif Silmi is a talented, experienced attorney who is very approachable and strives to pursue his clients' ultimate interests. Sharif was able to secure approval for my EB2 NIW (STEM with no PhD and no publications) after receiving an RFE. He showed an explementary understanding of the case law and...
Posted by Kannan | May 02, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
EB2-NIW approval
Sharif Silmi is an excellent attorney specializing in EB visa .He handled my case with utmost professionalism and care. I am thankful for his exceptional legal service .I got my EB2-NIW petition approved through him .Attorney Sharif guided me through his road map calls ,and told me what document...
Posted by anonymous | March 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
EB-2 NIW Approved!
Mr. Silmi is an incredible lawyer. I had contacted many lawyers for the NIW and all of them refused to take on our case. Mr. Silmi took one look at my credentials and said it could be done. Throughout the petition creation process he was responsive and engaged. He gave clear instructions and he turne...
No Endorsement Data Available Yet
This attorney hasn't received any attorney endorsements recently on Avvo.
Immigration lawyer
2016 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2016 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2013
JD - Juris Doctor
Arabic
Spanish