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

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Posted by Alex | September 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best of the best attorney!

I am delighted to take a moment to write a review for Attorney Shihab. I cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional legal services he provided me with, particularly in a situation where obtaining a green card seemed impossible. After being misled and taken advantage of by other attorneys who... drained my finances, Mr. Shihab's honesty, professionalism, and trustworthiness were a breath of fresh air. From the very beginning, Attorney Shihab demonstrated a deep understanding of immigration law and a genuine commitment to helping his clients. He took on my immigration case, which had been left in ruins by previous attorneys, and swiftly and effectively built it up to a strong position. His knowledge and expertise in the field were evident throughout the entire process. What truly sets Attorney Shihab apart is his unwavering dedication to his clients. He took the time to listen to my concerns, answer my questions, and address any doubts or fears I had. His patience and compassion made me feel valued and reassured throughout the entire journey. I always felt that my case was a priority to him, and he consistently went above and beyond to ensure its success. Furthermore, Attorney Shihab's professionalism and attention to detail were impeccable. He meticulously reviewed every aspect of my case, leaving no stone unturned. His thoroughness and precision gave me confidence that my application was in the best possible hands. He kept me informed at every step of the process, providing regular updates and promptly responding to any inquiries. I cannot emphasize enough how Attorney Shihab's expertise and dedication transformed my immigration case. Thanks to his hard work and strategic approach, I was able to achieve what I once believed to be impossible - obtaining a green card. His guidance and support were invaluable, and I am forever grateful for his exceptional legal representation. In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend Attorney Shihab to anyone in need of immigration legal services. His honesty, professionalism, and trustworthiness are unparalleled, and his commitment to his clients is truly commendable. If you are seeking an attorney who will fight for your rights, provide sound legal advice, and deliver outstanding results, look no further than Attorney Shihab.

Posted by anonymous | June 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

It wouldn't have been possible without Gus

Thanks to Gus and his diligence now I have the US citizenship. From the outset, he identified some of the key issues in the case that could have been a major roadblock including the 90 day residence issue. I was then given a strategy to prove the 90 day presence using hard evidence. As we th...en prepared to file my application, I used his online portal to capture data for my application. The data was then thoroughly reviewed and the application was then prepared and filed with the utmost levels of professional standards. He then kept me informed throughout the process timely about any communications from the government. Finally, he identified the softest issue in the application process and devised a response which proved strong at the time of the interview. My case required a high degree of legal competence and the tools he employed helped in the positive outcome.

Posted by Reham | March 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Rest assured your case is in good hands!

I hired Mr. Shihab for my Change of Status application almost 3 years ago, and after seeing how professional he and his associates were, I decided to hire him again for my Adjustment of Status application. Mr. Shihab and his associates worked above and beyond to file my documents on time - very profe...ssional work and great follow-up. They even were proactive and scheduled an an appointment to discuss my Green Card interview a week before the appointment date with the USCIS. They followed up with me after the interview to make sure everything went well, until I have received my Permanent Resident Card a week ago :) I am not usually the kind of person who writes reviews; however, when it came to what Mr. Shihab and his team has done to my case, and how nice, professional, and understanding they were, I couldn't help myself from doing so. A very well deserved 5 stars!

Posted by Joseph | January 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

***NTA under section 240 - Notice of Hearing In Removal Proceeding for Over stay***

***NTA under section 240 - Notice of Hearing In Removal Proceeding for Over stay*** My mom from India used to visit us in the U.S on B2 visa (tourist), last year after her last visit to U.S we received a “Notice To Appear and Removal Proceeding for Over stay” under section 240 from DHS and from lo...cal immigration court /ICE, my mom departed the US long before we received this notice and she did NOT overstay. I tried contacting DHS and local immigration court to communicate to them about this notice that was issued by error, but no luck. This Notice To Appear will stop her from entering the U.S in the future and she is the only family I have, I tried several times to communicate to DHS/ICE, DHS NTA unit and local immigration court by sending all the document proof that I have on her departure from U.S and did not overstay, but no reply back from any of the department. I gave up, and started searching online for Attorney, I found Mr.Shihab with very good reviews, so I contacted him the same day. Talked to him for 15 minutes, I got confidence, he listened to me and answered all my questions in the initial consultation. He explained me the process and how to resolve his case, I signed up and within a week he submitted the paperwork to Chief Counsel and he sent me the proof for submitting all the documents and also he talked to them about this case. In 4 weeks the Chief Counsel agreed and recommended to the immigration court to DISMISS the case based on Mr.Shihab points. Two weeks after that the Immigration court GRANTED to DISMISS the case without prejudice. I am so happy, NO WORDS TO SAY, HE IS THE BEST.

Posted by Prem | September 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Very honest, smart and thank God I found him

Due to USCIS error, my green card was in limbo for more than 8 years. I had used Congress representatives and followed up with the USCIS myself numerous times, including other attornies. I finally hired Gus Shihab and his team. He was no bull guy. Asked for a few days to research the case as a cas...e like mine never happened in US before. Even USCIS agents agreed it was their fault but could not find a ruke or law or statute on correcting it. Few attornies advised me to stay on GC for ever and some advised to renounce my current GC and apply through my wife (she got her citizen ship as a dependent on my employment GC - go figure). He launched a lawsuit against the USCIS and in few months not only did he correct the green card error, but he also was able to get my naturalization process expedited. I found Mr. Shihab to be efficient and timely. He solved a problem that has lingered for 8 years in only few months. He called me directly to give me updates & the right advice, even if means less fees for him. Highly highly recommended .....

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Ghassan Marwan Shihab's Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Immigration lawyer | Feb 11

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"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

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"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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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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