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Juan Paolo Pasia Sarmiento

Immigration Attorney at Cleveland, OH

5.0   345 reviews

also known as JP Sarmiento

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  1. Immigration
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    17 years, 1,250 cases

JP Sarmiento, Esq. is the founder and managing attorney of the Sarmiento Immigration Law Firm. Mr. Sarmiento is an immigrant himself, having first entered the United States as an F-1 Student when he was 18. He concentrates his practice on all areas of immigration law, from different types of non-immigrant visas, family, marriage, and employment-based green cards, citizenship and naturalization applications, and asylum and deportation defense. He has broad experience representing foreign nationals from 50 different countries and various small and midsized businesses. He has been to over 25 Immigration Courts and Offices all over the country representing clients for immigration hearings and interviews.

 

Mr. Sarmiento is authorized to practice immigration law in all fifty states and is admitted to the Ohio Supreme Court. He is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association. He obtained his law degree from the University of Illinois College of Law where he received an Excellence in Research and Writing award. Mr. Sarmiento also spent a summer as a judicial extern for Judge Mitchel R. Goldberg at the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Central District of California. He obtained his Bachelors Degree in Economics and Finance, summa cum laude and top of his class at that program, at the Southern New Hampshire University.  

 

In addition to his practice, Mr. Sarmiento maintains an “Immigration Law Blog” designed for foreigners in need of a clear and simplified explanation of immigration law that could help them assess their own situation. He also was a full-time equity trader prior to law school and is still an avid trader on the side.

Licensed for 16 years
State OH
Status Active
Acquired 2007
Updated 05/10/2023

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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5005 Rockside Road
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Cleveland, OH, 44131

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Posted by Gina | March 6, 2023
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I highly recommend this attorney
The attorney JP really cares about his clients, they answered really quick all my questions and everytime I had a doubt he was there to explain, I'm glad that I hired him.
Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2023
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Very professional and committed to this clients needs
My husband and I highly recommend Atty. JP not only because of his expertise in immigration law but also in his manner of dealing with his clients. He was quick to respond to our queries even before we decided to retain him. We’re somewhat at ease with our case because of his timely updates and assurance all throughout. Aside from being very knowledgeable in his field, I can say he’s also kind and respectful to his clients even if I’ve only talked to him once during a phone call. Thanks again for your legal assistance to our family Atty. JP! May God continually bless you and your law firm so you can help more immigrants like us in the coming years.
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Posted by Art | November 3, 2022
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EB-3 Visa Application: Employment-Based Green Card
I would like to thank Atty. JP Sarmiento and His team ( Sarmiento Immigration Law Firm) for all your hard work, encouragement and professionalism during my case. I knew that it was going to be an uphill battle but I could not have chosen a better and trusted advisor lawyer. Thank you again for everything and may God continue to bless you for the work that you do for individuals such as myself.
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Posted by Jade | September 26, 2022
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Highly Recommended Law Firm
I strongly recommend Sarmiento Immigration Law Firm. They worked on my process in timely manner. They are very professional. They give me updates on the whole process from time to time. The process went so smooth and easy with their help and assistance. More power to Sarmiento Immigration Law Firm. You are a blessing to me in my US Visa journey.
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Posted by Salvador | August 23, 2022
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100% highly recommended!
Back in (late) 2019, Sarmiento Immigration Law is the only immigration attorney I consulted about my case. The consultation went really smooth as he gave me and my co-applicant a huge HOPE of eventually becoming a PR via EB 3rd preference despite our condition. From the moment I retained his office, they started working round the clock. Even when the pandemic hit, they never stopped reminding me about the next steps to do, documents to send, bunch of emails to send to and fro, and even the littlest of details. They cared so much about my application (and perhaps, firmly believed that I would successfully get what I hoped for) that every significant question I asked was carefully given an honest answer. Atty. JP and the rest of the team never failed to amaze me with their professionalism, genuine, and topnotch service to every case they handle. Fast forward to August 2022, barely 2 months after my i-140 was approved, my permanent residency card was delivered, no interview! When Atty JP said they can make it happen, I believed him so, you should too. MARAMING SALAMAT PO!
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Posted by Ana Hernandez | June 2, 2022
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I highly recommend "Sarmiento Immigration Firm"
I have no words to express how grateful we are for everything. JP is very professional and responsive. He always answers the email very fast. The J2 waiver process was resolved successfully according to the time that he mentioned. Our gratefulness to JP is forever. He is the best!!!!
Posted by Mylene | April 27, 2022
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Ms
Sir JP assisted me from adjusting my J1 to tourist, since I havent had a chance to visit and travel around USA when I was doing my internship he helped me make it possible legally staying in the US for the next 6 months without worrying about being deported. It was a success request and I have utized those months exploring and meeting my family in the US indeed worth all the penny I paid for my extendsion. And again helped me processed my work visa. And it was a long and successful one. With the helped of Sir JP, I was able to put all my US plans possible. I highly recommend Sir JP, because his expertise in these job was indeed exceptional. You cannot go wrong choosing Sarmiento Immigration services because they are equipped with professionalism and smart immigration lawyer like Sir JP himself. I had a beautiful journey with Sarmiento Immigration Firm, truly has a heart of filipino.
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Posted by Grace Yu | March 23, 2022
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Highly recommended Immigration Lawyer
I highly recommend Atty JP and Ms. Arty for helping us acquired our US visa. His law firm did a great job in assisting us all through out the process our US visa until green card application. They are very responsive in our questions and provided needed help in timely manner. May God bless his law firm because they deserve it.
Posted by Sherry | February 24, 2022
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A Dedicated Lawyer Who Cares About His Clients
Mr. Sarmiento is a dedicated lawyer who cares about helping his clients. He has helped my husband to get his green card. We asked questions and he leaped us. I would recommend his law firm to anyone who needs help with immigration issues. This firm is very good.
Posted by Dilmurod | May 3, 2021
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Great Lawyer
I tried many lawyers in different states NYC and Florida. Some scared us, some told us that they would basically charge us an arm and a leg. I remember in Florida one of the well known lawyers said that my case is very difficult and it would cost 30k for him to help me with 50/50 chance. Although my case was reopened during the time I had the NYC lawyer (my case was in NY originally) she wasn’t well experienced in immigration in my opinion. Her lack of experience caused me and my family a lot pain at that time. Due to her delay in filing my case I got detained (which could’ve been avoided) for 5 months even though I had approved I130. That experience was the most traumatic thing my family has ever faced. Needless to say having the right lawyer makes a whole lot of difference and gives you confidence in fighting for your case. While I was locked up my wife was working on finding me a good immigration lawyer. She came across JP Sarmiento’s glowing reviews online and she decided to give him a call. She told him my story and asked him for his advice (even though we didn’t hire him yet). Sarmiento assured my wife that what we were taking the right steps which helped my wife and I cope with the situation. JP was knowledgeable, sincere, professional, calm, and very resourceful. After I got out we were determined to hire Sarmiento to help us with my case. Their pricing is reasonable and affordable as well compared to every other lawyer we have had in the past. It also helps that they do installments. Throughout the whole time we were with Sarmiento we were treated with respect and had all of our questions answered. The thing that struck us the most was the immediate response to our emails. It is so amazing and assuring and helpful to know that you are not forgotten and your lawyer is on top of everything. Later we got introduced to Mr Yu, because he is the one who deals with removal proceedings.To be quite honest at first he didn’t struck us as the one we want to represent us but he assured us and addressed our concerns. He’s straight forward, honest, and very knowledgeable. He has been there for a long time, he knows almost all judges and Counselors, which defently helps a lot. Mr. Yu has immaculate case winning record with immigration court. Overall we are very happy with Mr. Sarmiento and Mr. Yu. They’re the best lawyers we’ve ever had and we highly recommend them to anyone who’s looking for great immigration lawyers. We won our case just recently, I got approved for AOS, green card. We highly recommend Sarmiento Immigration Law Firm! Thank you.
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Posted by Annie | April 18, 2021
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Highly Recommend!!
It was a long process for applying green card, but Atty. JP Sarmiento and his assistant helped me every step during the whole application process in details. Both his team and Atty. JP Sarmiento are knowledgeable and careful about the application process. They explained everything in detail and answered my questions patiently. I was recommended by my friend, and I also highly recommend his law firm to anyone who needs legal immigration assistance and advice. With my personal experience, I am confident to let everyone know that he is so knowledgeable that he helps everyone with the immigration needs successfully.
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Posted by Violet | January 11, 2021
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Review for Atty. JP Sarmiento
Atty. JP Sarmiento is an excellent immigration lawyer, highly recommendable for anyone searching for an immigration attorney. He is very professional in dealing with his clients. He is very reliable and knowledgeable in the ins and out of the immigration process. He and his team helped me in my difficult case when it seemed like there was no hope. In addition, he is very accommodating, answers your phone call, and your queries. He guided me throughout the entire process. He worked very hard in order for my case (J1 waiver) to be resolved speedily, though the pandemic hindered the granting of the decision for several months, nevertheless, my case was approved. I can't thank him enough for the excellent work he did for me.
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Posted by Kristine | December 23, 2020
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Highly recommend!
From green card application to removal of conditions, Atty. JP Sarmiento helped me every step of the way. He is very knowledgeable about the entire process and explains everything in detail. I recommended his law firm to several friends who needed legal immigration help and he has successfully helped them as well. Will continue to avail of his service for naturalization in the future.
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Posted by anonymous | December 14, 2020
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Excellent service
100% would recommend JP and his team. They are extremely effective and efficient; very quick, helpful, and responsible. Thank you so much.
Posted by Sam | October 27, 2020
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YOU CAN'T GO WRONG WITH JP & HIS TEAM
Very few things are as difficult as knowing where to begin with Mr. Sarmiento, In the 20 months or so of working with JP, there have been so many good things that are worth sharing, so much so that even as I type up this review, in my mind, all the 'good things' are screaming "share me! share me!". In February 2019 my employer hired Sarmiento Immigration to file an I140 petition for me. Before getting hired however, JP was kind enough to get on the phone with my employer and I. He clearly explained the process and gave us an idea of how long the entire process should take (might I add that his estimated timing was spot on!) In addition to the calls he kindly accommodated before getting hired, I personally bombarded him with emails, and he was kind enough to respond every time. When he started representing my employer and I, it was more of the same, always responsive, knowledgeable and reassuring. Incidentally, if there's anything you need as an immigrant in the US, it is reassurance... JP gave us a truckload of it and then some. Also, JP never delayed in filing documents. In fact he took time out in the few days between Christmas and New Year to send my employer's petition and AOS forms (aka. concurrent filing) to USCIS because a retrogression was predicted for the Final Action Dates for my category in January 2020. Although we received an RFE with regards to my previous job experience, he again ensured that we responded in less than a week and about 4 months later, my case was approved without an interview. As far as Immigration is concerned, JP Sarmiento is in a class all by himself and perhaps he has such a heart for immigrants because he was once an immigrant himself. I doubt that I would be a permanent resident today without his help and support from his team and for that I will be eternally grateful.
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Posted by anonymous | August 18, 2020
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JP is the real deal!
Efficient. Responsive. Knowledgeable.  JP Sarmiento is the real deal. I was introduced to JP by a good friend of mine in March 2019. At that time, I was completing my Optional Practical Training (OPT). I wanted to become a Permanent Resident in the U.S. but I didn't know where to start. Enter JP and his team. They evaluated my chances for a National Interest Waiver (NIW) and quickly sent me a packet via e-mail. They have done several NIW applications in the past, and so they know what they are doing. For those wondering about timelines, this was my experience... We filed my NIW application in June 2019. Got my NIW approval notice in November 2019. Filed my Adjustment of Status application in January 2020. Received a new EAD card in April 2020. Got my Adjustment of Status approval notice in August 2020. Received my plastic green card shortly. I was in constant communication with JP throughout the process and he was consistently responsive. Very professional and highly efficient. JP and his team represented me so well in my green card application, and I can't recommend them enough!
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Posted by anonymous | July 3, 2020
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JP gets it done
Most importantly, my problem was resolved – I got my J2 residency requirement waived. In the process, JP communicated with me frequently, responded right away, and made paperwork very easy. He has extensive experience, and gave encouragements during the first/free consultation. I can not write enough positive comments about JP and his law firm!
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Posted by anonymous | June 10, 2020
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Excellent Service
JP Sarmiento is a very well informed attorney. I highly recommend Sarmiento immigration and law firm. Many times we had confusion and questions but JP always responded and answered the questions very well. We are so thankful to God that we chose JP for our case as he is very reliable and professional. It was an awesome experience working with him. JP is simply the best at what he does.
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Posted by Dhaval | May 1, 2020
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I am so happy with his work
He is awesome lawyer. And I and have any problem in my case everything went so good I will recommend other people to connect him for any immigration service. Thank you so much
Posted by Jay | April 30, 2020
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Excellent service
I arrived in the US and overstayed my visa by a few months. This was not an issue, however. The great team at JP Sarmiento handled everything perfectly and for a very reasonable price. I now have my green card and can begin my new life as a US Permanent Resident. Thanks, team!
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  • Free Consultation 60 minutes
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 8.5 (Excellent)

Work Experience

  • Founder and Attorney
  • Sarmiento Immigration Law Firm
  • 2009 - Present
  • Attorney
  • Margaret Wong & Associates CO LPA
  • 2007 - 2009
  • Legal Assistant
  • Margaret Wong & Associates CO LPA
  • 2005 - 2007
  • Law Clerk
  • US Bankruptcy Court for the Central District of California. Chambers of Hon. Mitchel Goldberg
  • 2004 - 2004
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Education

  • University of Illinois College of Law
  • JD
  • 2006
  • Southern New Hampshire University
  • BS - Bachelor of Science
  • 2001

Legal Cases

  • I-485 Green Card Approval Based on Marriage-Based I-130 for Canadian in Dallas Texas
  • Green Card Approved
  • I-90 Green Card Extension Approved for Filipino Client in California, Arguing no Fraud, no CIMT, not a Deportable Offense
  • I-90 Approved. Green Card Extended 10 Years.
  • Termination of Removal Proceedings for Senegalese Client in Ohio with Marriage, Fraud Entry, Admission, and Waiver Issues
  • Removal Proceedings Terminated
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Associations

  • National Asian Pacific American Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2009 - Present
  • American Immigration Lawyers Association
  • Member
  • 2007 - Present

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Tagalog

Honors and Awards

  • Excellence in Legal Research and Writing
  • University of Illinois, College of Law
  • 2004
  • Summa Cum Laude, Top of Class in BS Economics / Finance
  • Southern New Hampshire University
  • 2001
  • President's List - Every Semester
  • Southern New Hampshire University
  • 2001
  • Honors Class Section A '94-'98
  • Ateneo de Manila
  • 1998
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Attorney endorsements

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Given (5)
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Immigration Attorney | May 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Sarmiento is a very passionate attorney who deeply cares about his clients. He is dedicated, hardworking and very knowledgeable. I have worked with JP and I endorse this attorney."
Immigration Attorney | Oct 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
Immigration Attorney | Jul 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Immigration Attorney | Nov 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I enjoy reading the candor in his answers on Avvo."
Unknown Attorney | Oct 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
Unknown Attorney | Sep 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Immigration Attorney | Jul 05
Relationship: Friend
"I endorse this lawyer. I have know JP since 2004 when we clerked for Judge Goldberg. JP has a great personality, strong work ethic, and is a very skilled attorney. JP is very passionate about his work, which translates to a great client experience and successful results."
Immigration Attorney | Dec 16
Relationship: Co-worker
"In my professional opinion, JP Sarmiento is one of the most talented attorneys in the field of immigration law. He has a reputation for delivering well-crafted, elegant solutions for his clients. As a fellow immigration practioner, I can describe him as a great strategist, moral, ethical and tenacious attorney. For the foregoing reasons, I strongly endorse Attorney Sarmiento."
Immigration Attorney | Sep 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have been knowing Mr. Sarmiento for a few years. We used to work together on immigration cases. He is a hard worker with a lot of passion to his work and his clients. He is a responsible and diligent immigration lawyer who works tirelessly to help his clients."
Immigration Attorney | Jan 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Mr. Sarmiento since he started practicing as an attorney and have known his work to be top-notch. He exemplifies the qualities you need in a lawyer - knowledgeable, diligent, detail-oriented and caring. Throughout his career he has represented and assisted clients from a wide array of backgrounds and has extensive experience dealing with the different offices of the USCIS. Mr. Sarmiento is a credit to his profession and an excellent lawyer."
Immigration Attorney | Dec 02
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I've had the pleasure of knowing Mr. Sarmiento since 2006 as classmates at the Univ of Illinois College of Law. Since meeting him, I have always been impressed by his diligent work ethic, be it in his personal or professional life. He is dedicated and passionate about his work, specially with respect to the area of immigration law. I wholeheartedly trust Mr Sarmiento's knowledge with any immigration issue. Not only did he gain invaluable professional experience in a well respected firm, but he also has unique personal life experiences with immigration issues which allow him to provide each and everyone of his clients with a compassionate and personal perspective regarding any issue they may be facing. Finally, Mr. Sarmiento frequently provides me, as well as his clients, with up to date immigration news and information, which I personally believe shows his knowledge, passion and diligence that any potential client will receive from Mr. Sarmiento."
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