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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 Henri | August 04, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
NIW Approval without RFE
My profile was not standard for an NIW, but with Atty Sharif's intricate guidance we patiently and successfully crafted a winning petition. Don't hesitate to consult with Atty Sharif, he knows this process by heart. He also reassured me that Nebraska vs Texas was not an issue, especially when I had d...
Posted by Amrinder | July 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Best for EB1-A
My EB-1A petition was approved within 10 days without RFE. Atty Sharif is the smartest attorney for EB-1A, I ever met. I consulted 3-4 attorneys before signing up with the Silmi law team. I am a leading professional engineer working in the energy sector. I was running in other direction in the ter...
Posted by Vlad | June 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
EB2 NIW approved for MSc STEM graduate
After consulting a bunch of immigration lawyers, who didn't take my case as they found it too challenging, I was fortunate to hire Sharif Silmi's team. As a recent graduate, Sharif Silmi managed to get my national interest waiver prepared and approved within a few months! Attorney Silmi has a deep...
Posted by Muhammad | June 22, 2023 | Immigration
Robert and hana thank you
He fast tracked Hana's green card when the immigration had lost it. Silmi got my wife's green card quickly and now our family is happy and she can live with the natural rights of a citizen. My Sudani wife is happy we have the green card. Praises due to Allah.
Posted by Raj Singh | April 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Star Attorney for EB1A and NIW
I am very pleased to attest to the professionalism and knowledge of Mr. Sharif and his team – especially those focused on non-vanilla cases such as EB1A and NIW. His office provided me with much-needed advice and guidance to prepare my application and stepped up to expedite when an unforeseen circums...
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Immigration lawyer
2016 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2016 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2013
JD - Juris Doctor
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