We have not found any cost information for this lawyer
Lori Altorfer Pinjuh
About Lori
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Fees and Rates
Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.
Search our directory
Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.
Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.
Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.
Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Ohio for 26 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 28 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
The Pinjuh Law Firm, LLC
6140 West Creek Road, Suite 203, Cleveland, OH, 44131
Gallery
Ad
Transform legal challenges into solutions.
Connect now to review your situation.
Lori Altorfer Pinjuh's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
29 Client Reviews
Filter Avvo Reviews (29)
Refine reviews to match your needs. Use the filters to quickly surface reviews that align with your case or priorities.
Practice Areas
Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Communication Style
Posted by anonymous | April 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
J1 hardship waiver/permanent residence lawyer review
I highly recommend Lori Pinujh and her office for J1 waiver/immigration related needs. She was extremely diligent and thorough with all the paper work and provided excellent legal advice. She was kind and attentive and took time to answer all my questions regarding the hardship waiver and permanent r...
Lori Pinjuh
Replied last April 17, 2023Thank you, my dear client. I truly love my job when the end goals are met and families are able to be together. You have so much to offer to the U.S. and now you may do so without immigration concerns. I appreciate your kind review and will find joy in hearing of all your successes.
Posted by anonymous | April 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Immigrations/J1/permanent residency
I highly recommend Lori without any reservations. She was available every step of the way and offered sound honest advice and recommendations. (In addition of course to all of the petitions and applications filed!) Her expertise and professionalism made us feel confident and at ease throughout the ...
Lori Pinjuh
Replied last April 17, 2023Thank you so much for your kind words. I value these reviews and certainly enjoy the sheer joy of clients obtaining their immigration goals.
Posted by Musa | April 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
ATTESTATION
I hired Mrs Lori Pinjuh for my adjustment of status and the case was successfully approved in less than 6 months. She is very professional with regards to her field (immigration law) helpful, understanding but above all, truthful. Lori did not focus on my money but more of my success and because ...
Posted by Maria | April 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Excellent immigration attorney
Lori was excellent to work with for my spouse’s i601a and i601a request for information (RFE) submissions. It was a long journey but Lori walked us through the process every step of the way. She is has been extreme knowledgeable, responsive, direct and patient with us throughout the process. Lori ...
Posted by anonymous | March 15, 2018
Quick and accurate response
Responded first to my question with an answer explaining the situation. it was accurate. In my case looks like nothing can be done from the lawyer side, so it was just a brief consultation.
Lori Pinjuh
Replied last March 15, 2018I appreciate your taking the time to recommend me and wish you all the best in your endeavors.
Lori Altorfer Pinjuh's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Lori for her professionalism, knowledge, and dedication."
"I endorse Lori. When I have questions or need advice, I contact Lori. Her clients are in good hands."
"I endorse this lawyer. Lori Pinjuh is an exceptional immigration lawyer. She is particularly knowledgeable and experienced in employment based immigration law."
"Ms. Pinjuh is undoubtedly a top notch attorney who has skillfully mastered her primary area of practice over the course of her professional experience. Her sharp critical thinking and flawless work ethic are perhaps the key qualities which ensured the success of a remarkable number of her cases. I endorse this lawyer and encourage anyone who needs superior legal representation to opt for her services."
"I endorse this lawyer. MS. Pinjuh is dedicated to providing free legal guidance on AVVO. A top notch and knowledgeable immigration attorney."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Lori is a well-regarded and driven attorney who has provided exceptional legal representation to numerous clients throughout the U.S. With her extensive knowledge, broad experience and impressive professional skills, she is bound to invest her time and energy into achieving the best outcome for each case, regardless of its level of complexity."
"Lori Pinjuh is top notch. When I need advice or assistance, I turn to Lori. Any client of Lori's can be confident they are in the best of hands."
"I endorse this lawyer. Lori is a fantastic immigration attorney with a passion for helping others."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is the best helping hand and a saviour. Invaluable resource of guidance."
"Lori is a solid immigration practitioner in OH deserving every respect and admiration a true professional does."
"In immigration matters, Lori is the expert's expert. She is the first person I call whenever I have a seemingly intractable immigration issue. Her solutions are always creative and, more importantly, effective. Her experience and clarity make her an invaluable resource with respect to all matters in the employment immigration field. I recommend her enthusiastically and without reservations."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"A very knowledgeable immigration attorney, Attorney Pinjuh is a tremendous asset to the profession and community."
"She is an insightful, intelligent attorney. Her responses to AVVO questions often times go beyond the obvious and explore unexpected considerations."
"She is amazing in the work she does and is very active in her the legal community. I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Pinjuh is a well respected attorney in the legal community. She is intelligent, hard working, and thorough: the perfect package when looking for an attorney. I recommend her wholeheartedly."
"I know Ms. Pinjuh through the American Immigration Lawyers Association. Ms. Pinjuh is extremely knowledgeable about immigration law and a willing mentor to other immigration attorneys. I am happy to endorse her."
"Ms. Pinjuh is, in my opinion, a force to be reckoned with in her area of practice - immigration law. She understands not only the law but it's application in real life cases. I warmly endorse her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Lori Pinjuh is an amazing attorney. She is very dedicated to her clients, incredibly knowledgeable, and a leader in the field of Immigration law. She is also always willing and ready to assist new attorneys! I gladly endorse this amazing attorney!"
"I cannot say enough about Lori. She is a wonderful person and attorney -- very experienced, knowledgeable, caring towards her clients, and highly ethical. I fully endorse her to the fullest."
Experience
Honors
2019
Best Lawyers Business Edition, Women in the Law, US News - Best Lawyers
2018
Best Law Firm 2018, US News - Best Lawyers
2018
Best Lawyers Business Edition, Women in the Law, US News - Best Lawyers
2017
Best Law Firms, U.S. News- Best Lawyers
2017
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2016
Best Law Firms, U.S. News- Best Lawyers
2016
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2015
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2015
Best Law Firms, U.S. News- Best Lawyers
2014
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Best Law Firms, U.S. News- Best Lawyers
2013
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2011
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2010
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2009
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2008
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2005
Ohio Super Lawyer Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers
1996
LFE Goldie Memorial Award, LFE Goldie Memorial Award
1996
Order of Barristers, Syracuse University College of Law
Work Experience
1994 - 1994
Clerk, Southern District of IL, Federal District Court, Magistrate Judge Clifford Proud
Associations
2017 - Present
U.S. News- Best LawyersBest Law Firms
2006 - 2006
Cleveland Bar AssociationChairman, Immigration Section
2005 - 2016
Cleveland Bar AssociationMember
2003 - 2005
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationSecretary, Ohio Chapter
Education
1996
Syracuse University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
Vanderbilt University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
Ohio and Michigan AILA Fall CLE
Non Immigrant Visa Classification L & R
Languages
French
Mandarin
Swahili
Arabic
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Will my wife need an inadmissibility waiver due to a shortened I-94 and nunc pro tunc H-1B?
29 Mar 2026
Q&A
I40 & H1B COS concurrent processing
04 Feb 2026
Q&A
Can I travel an outside Usa and come back before biometric appointment?
04 Feb 2026