Stacy Cozart

Stacy Cozart

also known as Stacy Cozart Martin

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

Immigration Lawyer at Independence, OH
Practice Areas: Immigration

6050 Oak Tree Blvd., Suite 250, Independence, OH

About Stacy

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 26 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1999

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Location

MJB Immigration- Martin Jolic and Associates, LLC (f/k/a Sharon & Kalnoki, LLC)

6050 Oak Tree Blvd., Suite 250, Independence, OH, 44131

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Stacy Cozart's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

107 Client Reviews

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Showing 16 - 20 of 53 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Daniela & Matteo | January 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Smoothest Green Card Experience We Could Have Ever Asked For!!

Stacey was absolutely amazing during the process of applying and receiving our green card for me and my husband. After filling out the forms, she took care of everything and even though COVID was always letting us know of any changes or delays. We were able to receive our green card so quickly and ...she and her team reassured us along the way, We cannot recommend her enough. Our friend whose fiancee is immigrating to the US saw how smooth the process was with her and did not hesitate to hire her for his immigration needs. Stacey and her team are amazing!!

Posted by Kelly | September 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Stacy gave us such peace of mind during the whole process

I have only wonderful things to say about our experience working with Stacy. My fiance & I hired her before we married, to help with the green card process. She met with us & gave us a detailed overview of what we could expect. She was always straightforward & gave us accurate timelines. When the tim...e came to prepare our paperwork, we only had to gather the items needed, & Stacy and Magda put everything together for us. Every question we had was always answered quickly & accurately, and specific to our situation. When it was time to prep for the immigration interview, Stacy did a "practice interview" Zoom call with us - it gave us such peace of mind just to run thru everything beforehand, and we felt much more comfortable after doing that. On the day of our interview, she arrived on time, calmed us down & represented us well during the actual interview. I would highly recommend hiring her! Thanks Stacy!

Posted by anonymous | September 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best on the earth

Without their guidance and support Stacy and her team have provided over the years it would have been impossible to obtain the permanent resident status for both myself and my wife. I believe Stacy and her team (including Magda) is the BEST on the EARTH. Trust me...they are so good!

Posted by Carrie | September 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent

My husband and I filed for an adjustment of status to permanent residency earlier this year. Stacy and her team were indispensable from start to finish. Initially I was skeptical about hiring an immigration attorney but it soon becomes pretty clear that one is necessary. Her team (Magda, in particula...r) pretty much did all the paperwork, we were prepped for the interview, and Stacy came to the appointment with us. It was very comforting knowing that we had an experienced lawyer with us, and that the govt employees knew Stacy! Despite the pandemic our case still only took months, and we were supported every step of the way. I would recommend MJB to anyone looking for a knowledgeable immigration attorney.

Posted by Sharon | September 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Experienced, Honest, Proactive and Knowledgeable Lawyer

Stacy and Magda are very friendly, they worked hard and got things done as efficiently as possible. I highly recommend Magda's services to anyone who is looking for an immigration attorney. Magda saw the whole picture all along, and during the process of our Green Card application, made sure that... i'll get work permit for the mean time, something that the lawyers from the firm who brought me over missed. Her support made sure of work continuation and smooth process all the way.

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Stacy Cozart's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kathleen Fish

Immigration lawyer | Feb 22

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."

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Jessica Larson

Immigration lawyer | May 07

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."

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Daniel Natalie

Immigration lawyer | May 06

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."

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Camille Gill

Immigration lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ammar Alo

Immigration lawyer | Mar 12

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."

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Philip Eichorn

Immigration lawyer | Dec 24

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."

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Michael Jolic

Immigration lawyer | Nov 15

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."

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Michael Sharon

Immigration lawyer | Oct 14

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."

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Jennifer Peyton

Immigration lawyer | Oct 13

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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Jessica Larson

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Anne Zeitoun-Sedki

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Michael Jolic

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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

2023

Ohio Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Tier 1 firm in Cleveland for Immigration Law, Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” U.S. News & World Report

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

The Best Lawyers in America 2023 in the field of Immigration Law, The Best Lawyers in America®

2022

2023 Immigration Law "Lawyer of the Year" in Cleveland, The Best Lawyers in America®

2022

Tier 1 firm in Cleveland for Immigration Law, Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” U.S. News & World Report

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Ohio Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Ohio Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

2020 Immigration Law "Lawyer of the Year" in Cleveland, Best Lawyers®

2019

The Best Lawyers in America 2019 in the field of Immigration Law, Best Lawyers in America

2018

The Best Lawyers in America 2018 in the field of Immigration Law, Best Lawyers in America

2018

"Best Law Firms" in the 2018 Edition of Best Lawyers®, U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers

2017

The Best Lawyers in America 2017 in the field of Immigration Law, Best Lawyers in America

2016

The Best Lawyers in America 2016 in the field of Immigration Law, Best Lawyers in America

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers

2010

Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers

2009

Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers

2008

Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers

2008

Certificate of Achievement as a Pro-Bono Guardian, American Immigration Lawyers Association

2007

Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers

2006

Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Adjunct Professor, Case Western Reserve School Of Law

2004 - Present

Partner, MJB Immigration-Martin Jolic and Associates, LLC (f/k/a Sharon & Kalnoki LLC)

2000 - 2004

Attorney, Margaret Wong & Associates CO LPA

Associations

2009 - Present

Supreme Court of Ohio

Mentor

2023 - 2024

CMBA

Leadership Academy

2022 - 2023

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member, Pro Bono Committee

2018 - 2019

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Vice-Chair, Pro Bono Committee

2018 - 2022

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member, Department of Labor Commitee

2017 - 2018

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member, 2018 Annual Conference Committee, Business Track

2017 - 2018

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member, Business Immigration Task Force

2015 - 2017

Ohio Chapter, American Immigration Lawyers Association

Chair

2014 - 2016

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Chair, Pro Bono Commiteee

2013 - 2015

Ohio Chapter, American Immigration Lawyers Association

Vice President

2013 - 2014

American Immigration Lawyers Association, Pro Bono Committee

Vice Chair

2011 - 2012

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member, Healthcare Committee

2010 - 2020

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member, Pro-Bono Committee

2009 - 2013

Ohio Chapter, American Immigration Lawyers Association

Treasurer

2009 - 2019

Legal Aid Society of Cleveland

Member, Pro Bono Committee

2007 - 2008

Ohio Chapter, American Immigration Lawyers Association

Secretary

2006 - 2006

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Super Mentor

2001 - 2002

Cuyahoga County Bar Association

Leadership Academy

Education

1999

Cleveland State University

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

John Carroll University

Bachelor's Degree

Speaking Engagements

2024

Oberlin Career Panel

Humanitarian Immigration Career Panel

2024

Immigration Conference Federal Bar Association

Bona Fide Marriages, Sham Marriages and Everything in Between

2024

Conscious Inclusion Summit

Immigration Law

2023

Chicago AILA New Member Division

TN Visas for Professionals

2023

CBTA Professional Development Conference

Immigration Law for Professionals

2022

Ohio AILA Annual Conference

Problem Solving for Mistakes Created by the Government, Your Client and Others

2022

2021

2021 Northern Ohio HR Conference Immigration Update

2020

Immigration Ohio 2020

Dignity in our Immigration Laws & Policies

2019

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Ohio chapter)

PERM for Beginners

2018

AILA Annual Conference Putting Together Your First PERM

2016

Employer Presentations

I-9 Employer Conference

2015

AILA National Conference

Empowering the Most Vulnerable: The Ethics if Representing Noncitizens Who Lack Capacity

2014

Overview of LGBT Legal Rights in Ohio

“DOMA and It’s Immigration Consequences”

2014

New Lawyer Training

Keepin’ It Real: 10 Practical Tips for a Successful Law Practice

2012

2012 Fundamentals of Immigration Law Conference

The Road to Naturalization and Citizenship: Workshop with the Experts

2010

Mentoring Orientation, Supreme Court of Ohio

Mentor Training

2009

7th Annual Immigration Law Conference, 2009

EB-11, National Interest Waiver and EB-12

2008

2008 New Lawyers Training: Pro-Bono

New Lawyer Training

2006

4th Annual Immigration Law Conference

Immigrantion Petitions for Physicians

2003

Carnegie Mellon University

Updates on H-1B, NIW and EB-11 Petitions

Publications

Languages

English

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