Named the Best Lawyers® 2020 Immigration Law "Lawyer of the Year" in Cleveland.
I have practiced exclusively in Immigration Law for over twenty-one years and enjoy assisting clients in this area. I focus on business and family immigration throughout the US. Our clients consist of Fortune 500 companies as well as individual families. Our Firm's motto is to be reliable, efficient, and responsive. We understand that the immigration process can be a daunting and stressful time and therefore, take pride in responding to clients concerns quickly. Please do not hesitate to contact me with questions/concerns. I look forward to working with you!
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MJB Immigration- Martin Jolic and Associates, LLC (f/k/a Sharon & Kalnoki, LLC)
6050 Oak Tree Blvd.
Suite 250
Independence, OH, 44131
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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OH | Active | 1999 | 05/07/2022 |
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Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Tier 1 firm in Cleveland for Immigration Law | Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” U.S. News & World Report | 2022 |
Ohio Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2021 |
Ohio Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2020 |
The Best Lawyers in America 2019 in the field of Immigration Law | Best Lawyers in America | 2019 |
2020 Immigration Law "Lawyer of the Year" in Cleveland | Best Lawyers® | 2019 |
"Best Law Firms" in the 2018 Edition of Best Lawyers® | U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers | 2018 |
The Best Lawyers in America 2018 in the field of Immigration Law | Best Lawyers in America | 2018 |
The Best Lawyers in America 2017 in the field of Immigration Law | Best Lawyers in America | 2017 |
The Best Lawyers in America 2016 in the field of Immigration Law | Best Lawyers in America | 2016 |
Rising Star | Ohio Super Lawyers | 2011 |
Rising Star | Ohio Super Lawyers | 2010 |
Rising Star | Ohio Super Lawyers | 2009 |
Certificate of Achievement as a Pro-Bono Guardian | American Immigration Lawyers Association | 2008 |
Rising Star | Ohio Super Lawyers | 2008 |
Rising Star | Ohio Super Lawyers | 2007 |
Rising Star | Ohio Super Lawyers | 2006 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Adjunct Professor | Case Western Reserve School Of Law | 2019 - Present |
Partner | MJB Immigration-Martin Jolic and Associates, LLC (f/k/a Sharon & Kalnoki LLC) | 2004 - Present |
Attorney | Margaret Wong & Associates CO LPA | 2000 - 2004 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Immigration Lawyers Association | Member, Pro Bono Committee | 2022 - Present |
Supreme Court of Ohio | Mentor | 2009 - Present |
American Immigration Lawyers Association | Vice-Chair, Pro Bono Committee | 2018 - 2019 |
American Immigration Lawyers Association | Member, Department of Labor Commitee | 2018 - 2022 |
American Immigration Lawyers Association | Member, Business Immigration Task Force | 2017 - 2018 |
American Immigration Lawyers Association | Member, 2018 Annual Conference Committee, Business Track | 2017 - 2018 |
Ohio Chapter, American Immigration Lawyers Association | Chair | 2015 - 2017 |
American Immigration Lawyers Association | Chair, Pro Bono Commiteee | 2014 - 2016 |
Ohio Chapter, American Immigration Lawyers Association | Vice President | 2013 - 2015 |
American Immigration Lawyers Association, Pro Bono Committee | Vice Chair | 2013 - 2014 |
American Immigration Lawyers Association | Member, Healthcare Committee | 2011 - 2012 |
American Immigration Lawyers Association | Member, Pro-Bono Committee | 2010 - 2020 |
Legal Aid Society of Cleveland | Member, Pro Bono Committee | 2009 - 2019 |
Ohio Chapter, American Immigration Lawyers Association | Treasurer | 2009 - 2013 |
Ohio Chapter, American Immigration Lawyers Association | Secretary | 2007 - 2008 |
American Immigration Lawyers Association | Super Mentor | 2006 - 2006 |
Cuyahoga County Bar Association | Leadership Academy | 2001 - 2002 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Cleveland State University | JD - Juris Doctor | 1999 |
John Carroll University | Bachelor's Degree | 1996 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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FBA Immigration Law Conference | Dealing with the NVC and DOS After Petition Approval | 2022 |
2021 Northern Ohio HR Conference | Immigration Update | 2021 |
AILA National Conference | PERM Labor Certification: Still Alive and Doing Reasonably Well! | 2021 |
Immigration Ohio 2020 | Dignity in our Immigration Laws & Policies | 2020 |
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Ohio chapter) | PERM for Beginners | 2019 |
AILA Annual Conference | Putting Together Your First PERM | 2018 |
Employer Presentations | I-9 Employer Conference | 2016 |
AILA National Conference | Empowering the Most Vulnerable: The Ethics if Representing Noncitizens Who Lack Capacity | 2015 |
New Lawyer Training | Keepin’ It Real: 10 Practical Tips for a Successful Law Practice | 2014 |
Overview of LGBT Legal Rights in Ohio | “DOMA and It’s Immigration Consequences” | 2014 |
2012 Fundamentals of Immigration Law Conference | The Road to Naturalization and Citizenship: Workshop with the Experts | 2012 |
Mentoring Orientation, Supreme Court of Ohio | Mentor Training | 2010 |
7th Annual Immigration Law Conference, 2009 | EB-11, National Interest Waiver and EB-12 | 2009 |
2008 New Lawyers Training: Pro-Bono | New Lawyer Training | 2008 |
4th Annual Immigration Law Conference | Immigrantion Petitions for Physicians | 2006 |
Carnegie Mellon University | Updates on H-1B, NIW and EB-11 Petitions | 2003 |
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Kathleen Fish, Immigration Attorney on Feb 22, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Stacy is an asset to the legal community. Her vast knowledge of immigration law serves not only her clients, but also her pro bono efforts throughout Ohio. She's a dedicated, ethical, and personable attorney who I would recommend without hesitation.
Jessica Larson, Immigration Attorney on May 7, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Stacy is an excellent lawyer who truly cares about her clients and works extremely hard to obtain the best outcome possible for them. I highly recommend her.
Kathleen Fish, Immigration Attorney on Feb 22, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Stacy is an asset to the legal community. Her vast knowledge of immigration law serves not only her clients, but also her pro bono efforts throughout Ohio. She's a dedicated, ethical, and personable attorney who I would recommend without hesitation.
Jessica Larson, Immigration Attorney on May 7, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Stacy is an excellent lawyer who truly cares about her clients and works extremely hard to obtain the best outcome possible for them. I highly recommend her.
Daniel Natalie, Immigration Attorney on May 6, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I regularly refer potential clients to Stacy because of her expertise in the field of business immigration and experience representing clients before various immigration agencies. I often depend on Stacy for answers and advice to complicated immigration questions. As a fellow member of the immigration bar, I respect Stacy's dedication to improving the profession through pro bono work and leadership in the professional community.
Camille Gill, Immigration Attorney on May 6, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Ammar Alo, Immigration Attorney on Mar 12, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly recommend this lawyer. Stacy is always on top of everything, and is the go to source for Immigration related questions.
Philip Eichorn, Immigration Attorney on Dec 24, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Without hesitation, I endorse Stacy. She has an amazing command of the law and a common sense application of each client's facts to to the law. Stacy is also a straight shooter. She won't tell a client they're eligible for a benefit when they're not. I've referred cases to her before and will continue to do so in the future. When deciding on an employment or family based immigration attorney, strongly consider hiring Stacy.
Michael Jolic, Immigration Attorney on Nov 15, 2012
Relationship: Co-worker
Stacy is an outstanding business immigration lawyer. In addition to being a hard worker who is always there for her clients, she is extremely ethical and dedicated to her craft. I recommend her services without reservation.
Michael Sharon, Immigration Attorney on Oct 14, 2011
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
Stacy is one of the most experienced, respected, and knowledgeable immigration attorneys around. She is at the top of the field with regard to PERM Labor Certification and Permanent Residency. She is well respected and appreciated by other attorneys and clients. Her efficiency and effectiveness make her an outstanding immigration attorney, whom I enthusiastically recommend.
Jennifer Peyton, Immigration Attorney on Oct 13, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. She is ethical, passionate and very intelligent. Stacy has the right personality to balance the needs of the employer and employee and represent the both. She is committed to ethical representation and truly a gem in the community.
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