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

1

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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Posted by Sydney | September 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best Experience- SUPER TALENTED AND HARDWORKING!

Stacy and her team are truly the best in the business. Stacy assisted my husband and I in our immigration appliction and she made the process unimaginably simple and clear. She never made me feel rushed with the many anxieties I had surrounding this process. She is patient, personable, and extremely ...intelligent. This process would have been so much more challenging and stress inducing without her assistance. If you are EVER looking for an amazing immigration attorney, Stacy is the choice! We cannot thank her enough for all of the help she has provided and the profound professionalism and compassion along the way.

Posted by Anupa | July 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Amazing Immigration Attorneys!

I am incredibly grateful for the exceptional assistance provided by my lawyer, Stacy Cozart, and her colleague, Magda Vlcek, in helping me secure my green card through marriage. Throughout the entire process, they demonstrated a high level of professionalism and dedication. From the very beginning, t...hey guided me through the necessary steps, patiently explaining each form and requirement. Their attention to detail was truly commendable, as they diligently gathered all the necessary documents, leaving no stone unturned. It was evident that they genuinely cared about my case and worked tirelessly to ensure everything was in order. Thanks to their expertise and hard work, I received my green card in a remarkably short time – just three months! I couldn't have asked for a better team to handle my immigration journey. I wholeheartedly recommend MJB Immigration Services to anyone seeking legal assistance with immigration matters. Once again, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Stacy and Magda for their arduous and meticulous efforts; you have made a profound impact on my life.

Posted by Junsong | June 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

wonderful lawyer

Stacy helped me and my wife got our Green Card successfully. I am grateful to her timely and efficient response, all your diligent and professional work make things move so quickly. Especially, I appreciate that she and Magda are so responsible and so care about my family on this long journey. She d...efinitely derserve 5 star rating

Posted by Jason | October 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Appreciated to this Great lawyers team supporting

thank you to Stacy, Magda and Michael for their continue supporting on my permanent residency application. Excellent service, they are so kind hearted and professional, and I can always get the quick & prompt responses from Magda. Really appreciated it.

Posted by Abhi | August 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Truly an Amazing experience

I started my marriage based GC experience with Stacy and I can't stress enough how easy and amazing my experience was with her. My case had 2-3 complications but Stacy made it easy to navigate through them and took every opportunity to explain the options with clear time frames, and each time wit...h a positive and reassuring attitude. Additionally, on the day of our interview, Stacy made time to walk us through what to expect and what to be mindful of and despite being on vacation on the day of our interview, Stacy really helped make the experience as easy as it can be. Her assistant Magda was equally helpful. I probably overcommunicated a lot, but her attention to detail helped me stay sane as I waited on USCIS to move needle. And I'm stoked to finally get my GC approved. I've already recommended Stacy to a few of my friends, and would highly recommend to anyone looking for top-notch empathetic and skilled immigration lawyer.

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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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