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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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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+ 5

Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 11 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2014

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Silmi Law

5707 Calverton Street 2A, Catonsville, MD, 21228

silmilaw.com/

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Sharif Silmi's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

93 Client Reviews

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Posted by Pranitha | July 16, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Immigrant petition

Thank you, Sharif. I still remember our first conversation when you confidently told me that my I-140 case could be successful. Your confidence gave me hope when I needed it most. After receiving the RFE, I had almost lost all hope, but your expertise, strategy, and guidance helped me stay positiv...e and achieve a successful outcome. "Thank you" feels too small to express my gratitude for your professionalism, dedication, and the effort you put into my case. I truly appreciate your support throughout this journey and highly recommend Sharif and the entire SilmiLaw team to anyone looking for knowledgeable, responsive, and trustworthy immigration attorneys.

Sharif Silmi

Replied last July 21, 2026

Thank you so much for your kind words and for trusting us throughout your journey. It was an honor to be part of your success, and we're thrilled to see your hard work pay off. Congratulations again, and thank you for your recommendation!

Posted by Paromita | July 14, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Thanks for your help

When I first consulted Attorney Sharif Silmi over five years ago about pursuing an employment-based green card, my case was far from straightforward. I had spoken with other attorneys, and most were not optimistic about my chances. Sharif was the first attorney who truly believed that my academic bac...kground, professional accomplishments, and research contributions could support a strong case. From the beginning, he was honest about the challenges ahead. He never promised a quick or easy process. Instead, he emphasized that success would require patience, careful planning, and meticulous preparation. He provided a clear roadmap of the evidence, documentation, and achievements needed to build the strongest possible petition. The rest was up to me. I spent months gathering evidence, documenting my accomplishments, securing recommendation letters, and preparing the extensive supporting material based on the roadmap Sharif laid out. Throughout the process, Sharif and his team reviewed the materials, provided strategic guidance, and helped strengthen the petition. When USCIS issued a detailed seven-page Request for Evidence (RFE), it was understandably stressful. Sharif helped us develop a clear strategy for responding to every point raised in the RFE. While I invested a significant amount of time preparing the supporting documentation, his guidance on how to organize and present the response was invaluable. Together, we submitted a comprehensive response that ultimately led to the approval of our case. The entire journey took more than five years, but today our family has received our green cards. Looking back, I am grateful that Sharif saw the potential in my case when others did not. His experience, honesty, and strategic guidance gave me the confidence to pursue a path that ultimately changed our family's future. I recommend Sharif Silmi and his team to anyone pursuing a complex employment-based immigration case. They are knowledgeable, yet realistic about the work involved, and committed to helping clients build the strongest case possible and successfully get their Green Cards.

Sharif Silmi

Replied last July 21, 2026

Thank you for sharing your journey and for trusting us throughout this process. Your dedication, persistence, and hard work were instrumental in achieving this outcome. We're honored to have been part of such an important milestone for your family and truly appreciate your thoughtful recommendation. Congratulations again, and we wish you all the best in this exciting new chapter!

Posted by Vishal | June 17, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Rockstar team

I'd been through it with a couple of other immigration attorneys before I found SilmiLaw, so my expectations weren't high. They turned that around fast. My I-140 was approved, and the whole thing went smoother than anything I'd dealt with before. They actually replied to my emails, kept me updated, a...nd caught a couple of issues in my case I had no idea were even there. The team is what makes them. Everyone I worked with clearly knew immigration law cold and treated my case like it actually mattered. What stood out most was their strategy. The way they shaped my story and laid out my work is what got my case approved, plain and simple. It's a rockstar team, and I don't say that lightly after dealing with other firms that left me hanging. If you're going through the I-140 process, or any immigration headache, give them a call. Thank you, SilmiLaw!!!

Posted by anonymous | April 20, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Thank You for a Smooth Journey

I had a great experience working with Atty Sharif on my case. He is professional, knowledgeable, and responsive throughout the entire process. His team's guidance made everything much clearer and less stressful. I truly appreciate their support and would highly recommend their services to anyone purs...uing an EB1/EB2 petition.

Posted by anonymous | February 17, 2026 | Hired Attorney

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... mapping, strong legal positioning, and a compelling narrative that clearly demonstrates sustained national and international acclaim. Silmi Law executed this flawlessly. What truly sets Attorney Silmi apart is his deep understanding of how USCIS evaluates EB-1A criteria. The petition was structured with clarity, strength, and alignment across original contributions, critical roles, judging experience, research publications, awards, and overall impact. Every exhibit was organized with purpose and strategic intent. I also want to especially recognize Tashia Bridges, who provided support above and beyond throughout the entire process. She was always available — whether by email, text, or phone — and consistently responded with professionalism, patience, and attention to detail. Her dedication, responsiveness, and commitment made a significant difference in ensuring everything stayed on track. She truly went the extra mile. The team was responsive, professional, and highly detail-oriented throughout the entire journey. Communication was clear, timelines were managed properly, and I always felt confident that my case was in the right hands. If you are serious about pursuing EB-1A and want a firm that understands how to build and present a winning case, I highly recommend Silmi Law without hesitation. Thank you again for your outstanding work and support.

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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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