Sharif Silmi

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Sharif Silmi

5.0
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 11 years

Immigration Lawyer at Catonsville, MD
Practice Areas: Immigration, Personal Injury

5707 Calverton Street 2A, Catonsville, MD

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About Sharif

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Immigration 90%

12 years

90%
Personal Injury 10%

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 11 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2014

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Location

Silmi Law

5707 Calverton Street 2A, Catonsville, MD, 21228

silmilaw.com/

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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...d a difficult process into a much more understandable one. During the document gathering process after the petition was put together, the firm was a little slow to respond to inquiries, but it was understandable given the unorthodox nature of my questions. Do not hesitate to retain him, his expertise got my family permanent residency, something we never thought was possible.

Posted by Masood | August 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

EB1A Case Approved

I had the privilege of working with an outstanding Silmi law team for my EB-1A petition, and I couldn't be happier with the results. From the very beginning, Silmi Law team exhibited a deep understanding of the intricacies involved in the process. Attorney Sharif expertise was evident as he personall...y guided me through every step, providing timely and accurate advice. He is best of the best attorney's or in simple terms EB1A magician who can layout a custom tailored approach for your case. What truly set them apart was Silmi Law team dedication to my case. They invested the time to thoroughly understand my unique background and accomplishments, translating them into a compelling and strong case for my EB-1A petition. Their attention to detail and commitment to excellence were truly commendable. Throughout the process, their communication was exceptional. They promptly addressed all my queries and concerns, ensuring I was well-informed and at ease. Their professionalism and knowledge of immigration laws gave me the confidence that I was in the best hands. Thanks to their unwavering support and hard work, my EB-1A petition was approved successfully. I am now able to pursue my professional aspirations in the United States, and I credit much of this achievement to the exceptional team at Silmi law firm. I wholeheartedly recommend this law firm to anyone seeking expert assistance with their immigration matters. Their dedication, expertise, and personalized approach make them an invaluable partner in navigating the complex immigration landscape.

Posted by Ibti | July 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

He helped when the others lawyers said there was no hope.... Will recommend

I got my green card last week, and I would like to say a big thank you to Attorney Sharif and his team. I will share my experience in detail. I was in a dire moment when I reached out to Mr Sharif. My company refused to sign my form so I could get my STEM OPT. By the time I got a new job I was lef...t with two business days and my school's international office refused to proceed with it, so my SEVIS record ended. I called several law firms around the US but none could help me and said there was no hope. It was only Attorney Sharif that said there was hope and urged me to apply for EB-2, after probing a lot about my situation. Even though I needed someone to help me I didn't trust him but I had no option but to go with him. Also, he allowed me to pay the amount in a bit. My process, to be honest, took a roller coaster turn, but Attorney Sharif and his team were always there to help. In fact, during one of those roller coaster moments, I begun to call other lawyers again but every one said my case was too completed, and whiles I kept calling (about 10 lawyers without help), Attorney Sharif reached out to me with a solution. The secretary, Rabia, and Gabriella were there from the beginning to help. Also, Marylaine Viernes really helped me a lot. After joining my case I got notifications and email responses quicker. I obviously do not know the staff behind the scenes but I'm sure everyone worked hard for me and I want to say a big thank you.

Posted by Hari | February 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Thanks Sharif - EB1 A Approved

Sharif is an amazing attorney to work with. He is a master in EB1A, Sharif provided a very clear path and his expectations about the documentation, which is very crucial in EB1 cases. I just followed his direction and was finally rewarded with approval. My petition was approved within a week, and I w...ant to thank Sharif and his team for helping me during my immigration journey. This wouldn’t be possible without his help; I am really thankful!!!

Posted by Asif | February 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

In Attorney Sharif Silmi, YOU CAN TRUST!

About two years ago, when I was on the process of switching my H1B to a new employer, I learned that my former employer made serious mistakes that could jeopardize my immigration status and with this, my career and future. In fact, my new employer then did not want to take me in anymore after learnin...g about my complex immigration situation. These sent me into a deep depression; I was fearful and anxious toward my future, especially every time that I thought of the prospect of immediately leaving the USA and not being able to re-enter for a decade. I had lost all hope in making the USA my permanent home, let alone resolving the stressful matter. Desperate, I started consulting immigration lawyers, some of whom are specialized in working with a special situation called Nunc Pro Tunc, which is the only thing that can save me. I spoke with almost 20 different immigration attorneys and none of them wanted to take on my case because it would take too much work and dedication on their end. I came across Attorney Sharif Silmi’s contact information through a friend of mine. He was the only lawyer who was not daunted by my almost hopeless situation and was the first lawyer who gave me and my wife hope! He had a clear and defined strategy pushed us to succeed even when we had less than one and a half months to collect all the necessary evidence to file our I-140 and I-485 concurrently. We immediately went on board with him and today, I am already a proud Permanent Resident of the United States of America, after Attorney Sharif Silmi and his dedicated, knowledgeable, and hard-working staff at Silmi Law office helped me in every step of the way. More on Atty. Silmi, he is always in charge of each case he takes and works on them with care. He is extremely attentive to details and never sends you to talk to someone else to discuss about the case. He is on top of your case, so you know that you’re always in good hands. You will not find a better immigration law firm than Silmi Law, especially when it comes to Employment-based immigrant petitions. They may be busy all the time because they have a ton of clients and many of his clients like me keep recommending him to many others who want to make their American Dreams come true, but they will always pull through for me and you. So, in your case, even if there is the tiniest of possibility, I believe Attorney Silmi can make it bloom!!!

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Experience

Rating:  6.5 (Good)

Associations

2016 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2016 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Education

2013

McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

Arabic

Spanish

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