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Juan Paolo Pasia Sarmiento
also known as JP Sarmiento
About Juan
Biography
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.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Immigration
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20 years | 1,250 cases
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Payment Methods
- Cash
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Licensed in Ohio for 18 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2007
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Sarmiento Immigration Law Firm
5005 Rockside Road, Suite 600, Cleveland, OH, 44131
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Posted by Carlos | August 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Immigration Lawyer you need in your corner
Me and my wife reached out to Mr. JP Sarmiento to assist us with my wife's J1 waiver after finding him on Avvo. We couldn't believe his high ratings on Avvo and best of all, he was located in Cleveland, OH where we live. After meeting with him after our consultation, we immediately knew he is the law...
Posted by Rhonda | July 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Amazing lawyer
My husband and I have been working with JP sarmiento and his law firm for 6 years in getting my husband his permanent resident and on July 18th 2019 he was approved for it and got to come home to his family after being in his homeland for 30 days. I can't thank this law firm enough for all there gr...
Posted by anonymous | July 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Professor
I was first referred to Attonery Juan Paolo Pasia Sarmiento by a friend he successfully presented with her immigration process. I am a tenure track assistant professor and I needed to change to a permanent residence status. However, I first came here on J-1 visa which requires a two year residency in...
Posted by anonymous | June 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Open, Professional, Friendly Attorney
JP Sarmiento took his time to take us through the process of status adjustment to a permanent residency based on marriage. I was instantly approved for my green card. My wife and I were excited about it. We were glad to have contacted JP Sarmiento and will definitely recommend him if you are looking ...
Posted by Emma of Arizona | May 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Highly Recommended
Atty. JP is the best lawyer there is. He is very straightforward yet very professional. He is very prompt in responding to emails and true to his words when he said "do not hesitate to ask me your questions". He answers them all and will guide his client every step of the way. Atty. JP wastes no ...
Juan Paolo Pasia Sarmiento's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
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"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
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"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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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Experience
Honors
2004
Excellence in Legal Research and Writing, University of Illinois, College of Law
2001
Summa Cum Laude, Top of Class in BS Economics / Finance, Southern New Hampshire University
2001
President's List - Every Semester, Southern New Hampshire University
1998
Honors Class Section A '94-'98, Ateneo de Manila
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Founder and Attorney, Sarmiento Immigration Law Firm
2007 - 2009
Attorney, Margaret Wong & Associates CO LPA
2005 - 2007
Legal Assistant, Margaret Wong & Associates CO LPA
2004 - 2004
Law Clerk, US Bankruptcy Court for the Central District of California. Chambers of Hon. Mitchel Goldberg
Associations
2009 - Present
National Asian Pacific American Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
Sample of 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
Marriage-Based Green Card Approval for Filipino in Nevada With Potential Immigrant Intent Issues
Green Card Approved
Naturalization Approval for a Former Slovakian National in Ohio; Three Year Application, DUI Within Past Three Years Issue
Naturalization Approved
H-1B Approval in Pennsylvania for Petitioner Hospital and Beneficiary Filipino Doctor
H-1B Approved
I-751 Late Filing With Good Cause for Failure to File; 10-Year Green Card Approved for a Filipino Client in Boston
I-751 Approved
H-1B 3-Year Extension for a Hotel Petitioner and Pakistani General Manager Beneficiary in Ohio
H-1B Approved
Adjustment of Status / Green Card Approval for a Filipino Client in Ohio
Green Card Approved
J-2 Waiver of Two-Year Foreign Residency Requirement, Post-Divorce Interested Government Agency for a Filipino Client
J Waiver Approved
Adjustment of Status and Termination of Removal Proceedings for a Spanish Client
Removal Proceedings Terminated, Green Card Granted
Approved Change of Status from J-1 to B-2 for Filipino Client
J-1 to B-2 Approved
Sri Lankan Client Released on Bond in York, Pennsylvania Despite No Immediate Relief and No Family Ties in the U.S.
Bond Granted and Client Out of Jail
Asylum Approval for a Chinese National Based on Religious Persecution
Asylum Approved
Education
2006
University of Illinois College of Law
JD
2001
Southern New Hampshire University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2017
PASO Townhall Meeting
Updates and Important Issues in Immigration
Publications
2009
Immigration Law Blog
Various Immigration Law Articles
Languages
English
Tagalog
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Spouse manipulating green card
09 May 2016
Q&A
Can I drop the joint sponsor at the interview?
26 Apr 2016
Q&A
What happens if i stay longer then six months outside of Us? Should i fill out any papers to reenter?
25 Apr 2016
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Fiance Visa Basics
19 Aug 2010
Legal Guide
Naturalization and Citizenship: Continuous Presence and Physical Presence Requirements
19 Aug 2010
Legal Guide
Filing an I-751 After you Separate with Your USC Spouse But Before Divorce
19 Aug 2010