Ghassan Marwan Shihab

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Ghassan Marwan Shihab

also known as Gus M. Shihab

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 32 years

Immigration Lawyer at Fairfax, VA
Practice Areas: Immigration

8500 Executive Park Avenue, Suite 206, Fairfax, VA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Ghassan

Biography

Competent. Responsive. Ethical. Affordable. Reliable. Innovative Representation, Proven Results.

Affordable. Competent. Responsive. Ethical. Reliable. Peer Reviewed as Super Lawyer

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

H-1B, Green Cards, PERM, Intra-company Transferee, L-1A, L-1B, O-1, F-1 Students, EB-1 Aliens of Extraordinary Abilities, EB-2, EB-3, Family immigration, Fiancé Visas, permanent residence, spouses to US Citizens, Immigration Appeals, H-1 Audits.

33 years | 6,000 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 150-560 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2021 2020 2019
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+ 9
Silver Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 32 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Firm of Shihab & Associates, Co., LPA

8500 Executive Park Avenue, Suite 206, Fairfax, VA, 22031

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The Law Firm of Shihab & Associates, Co., LPA

65 East State Street, Suite 1550, Columbus, OH, 43215

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The Law Firm of Shihab & Associates, Co., LPA

1725 I St. NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC, 20006

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The Law Firm of Shihab & Associates, Co., LPA

2000 Town Center Drive, Suite 1930, Southfield, MI, 48075

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The Law Firm of Shihab & Associates, Co., LPA

600 Superior Ave. East, Suite 1300, Cleveland, OH, 44114

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Ghassan Marwan Shihab's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

208 Client Reviews

Showing 36 - 40 of 123 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Amr Elbanna | July 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best Immigration attorney

Ghassan and his team are by far the best immigration lawyers I have dealt with since I came to the US, and I have dealt with a lot. He is very proffesional and knowledgable and up-to-date regarding every single aspect of american immigration laws. He has been my lawyer through out my journey for alm...ost 10 years, until I received my Green Card just recently. My case was employment-based and was very bumpy and full of technicalities, that only a top-class attorney would manage that proffesionally. In some occasions we had to race time to keep me in-status, which he managed effeciently every time. The best thing about Gus as well is that he is always there to answer any question at any time. Every time I emailed him with something, he responded back within a couple hours. Do not risk your case by giving it to any other attorney.

Posted by anonymous | March 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Highly Recommended

It is a great pleasure to write about my great experience with the Law Firm of Shihab & Associates. I hired Attorney. Gus Shihab to work on my green card case through the EB5 program and during the process stages, Ghassan worked with me so firmly and with a high level of commitment and integrity. H...e is well experienced, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. Throughout my case, I faced some difficulties that emerged from variations in laws, rules, regulations, norms, and systems between my country and the United States but Mr. Shihab made it possible and eased these difficulties and overcome these differences thoroughly. Mr. Shihab is not only knowledgeable in immigration laws and law in general, but also his bilingual abilities (Arabic) and his cultural and Sharia law backgrounds give him an additional dimension and extraordinary skills in handling and tackling very complicated situations that require an in-depth understanding of these differences and very systematic and strategic approach. I would strongly recommend Mr. Ghassan Shihab for his expertise and outstanding services for any immigration matter.

Posted by Mahmood hilat | March 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

High recommended

I have approached mr Gus for my green card filing he and his team have made the process a breeze and it has been a very pleasant experience right from day one I was kept informed through every step of the way and was able to get my green card well ahead than what was usually normal special thanks to ...me Gus and his team for helping me with all the paperwork I would definitely recommend mr Gus and his team for any immigration related issues

Posted by Michelle | February 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Highly recommend

Attorney Shihab & his team are top notch! They helped us through the long & difficult process of getting my husband his green card. We could not have done it without them, and we are so incredibly grateful. We will be returning to them when it comes time to apply for citizenship.

Posted by Johnnable | January 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Immigration Overstay & Hardship

WOW! More than we expected and what we won't soon forget. Mr. Gus Shihab exemplified the best parts of today's leadership in Ohio. I respect and recommend him personally and professionally to anyone looking for legal assistance with immigration. Throughout our overstay case he was skillfully ...honest, warm, and reassuring. He added a very personal touch that my wife and I will not easily forget. Our case involved an overstay plus a personal hardship; which is one of the toughest to receive legal approval. My wife and I struggled with the fact that she may not be returning home as soon as we would need each others assistance, support, and comfort. Yet, Gus and his incredible team kept things accurate and moving forward without delay. The result of their attention to the details of our case resulted in my wife's quick and safe return home from Thailand. She also received her green card approval from the consulate on our wedding anniversary date. How cool is that? Words can not express the gratitude we have for the Legal Firm of Mr. Gus Shihab. . . . . Thanks Again Gus!

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Ghassan Marwan Shihab's Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Immigration lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I'm pleased to endorse Ghassan. He is a top-notch immigration attorney and zealous advocate for his clients. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Azin Arbab

Immigration lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Other

"I endorse Mr. Shihab. He demonstrates an impressive knowledge of the law based on his accurate legal answers on Avvo. He is an asset to the legal field and respected by colleagues."

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Joseph Ostrowski

Immigration lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Shihab as a valuable member our profession and of this forum. Attorneys who participate in this forum are providing useful information for those in need and should be commended. Further, the type of information conveyed is in the true spirit of professionalism where information is provided to help those in need which is the underpinning of the legal profession. Often the users of this forum are given second opinions that expand on information or provide contradictory information. Providing information empowers the uninformed to go forward with confronting their legal problems. I recommend and endorse this attorney for all listed areas of practice in his profile."

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Anne Zeitoun-Sedki

Immigration lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the opportunity of working with Gus Shihab and I have come to know him as an exceptionally intelligent and professional attorney who has contributed greatly to the field of Immigration. I endorse him for his work and dedication to helping his clients."

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Jalal Dallo

Unknown lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse Attorney Ghassan Shihab based on the quality of his legal work and the answers he provides to the community through Avvo. Attorney Shihab is a a passionate immigration advocate who really cares about his clients."

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Luis Guerra

Immigration lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse this attorney based on the quality of his work and his vast experience. Attorney Ghassan Marwan Shihab is a passionate immigration advocate who really cares about his clients."

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Rosa Soberal-Vigh

Immigration lawyer | Dec 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Khaja Din

Immigration lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a fierce and unrelenting advocate. -Khaja"

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Ryan Stubenrauch

Immigration lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Early in my legal career, I had the opportunity to work for Gus Shihab. In my brief time there, I learned that Gus is second to none in immigration law. On top of that expertise, Gus is a Professional Engineer and speaks several languages fluently. You'd be hard pressed to find a smarter lawyer."

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Azin Arbab

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Farhad Sethna

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Khaja Din

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2007

Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Attorney, The Law Firm of Shihab & Associates, Co.,LPA

1985 - 1996

Project Engineer, Ohio Department of Transportation

Associations

2009 - 2011

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Ohio Chapter Chair & Member of the Board of Governors

Sample of Legal Cases

Gordon Proctor v. French Hardware

Prevailed on appeal for the property owners.

Frankllin County Convention Facilities Authority v. CP Maple Street, LLC

$8,000,000

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Education

1993

Capital University Law School

Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2011

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Imperfect Naturalization

2009

Immigration Law Update

Immigration

2009

7th Annual Ohio AILA Conference

Immigration Law

2007

5th Annual Ohio AILA Immigration Law Update

Alternatives to H-1B Visas

Publications

2011

American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Imperfect Naturalzation

Languages

French

Spanish

Arabic

Activity

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