Sung Hee Yu

Sung Hee Yu

also known as Glen S.H. Yu

5.0
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 15 years

Immigration Lawyer at Cleveland, OH
Practice Areas: Immigration

5005 Rockside Road, Suite 600, Cleveland, OH

About Sung

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 15 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2010

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Location

Sarmiento Immigration Law Firm

5005 Rockside Road, Suite 600, Cleveland, OH, 44131-6827

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Sung Hee Yu's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

107 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 02, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Highly recommend Attorney Yu!

Attorney Yu provided exceptional assistance throughout my entire H1b to green card process. He promptly answered my questions and ensured that my documents were filed without any delays. I highly recommend hiring him for your legal needs.

Posted by Yohan | April 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

[NIW I-485] I highly recommend Glen

Glen was instrumental in the successful approval of our I-485 (EB-2 NIW) applications for both me and my spouse. He was consistently professional, responsive, and thorough throughout the entire process. I highly recommend Glen to anyone seeking expert immigration legal support!

Posted by Dario | December 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

NIW was approved! Highly recommend Glen!!

I’m so happy I chose Sung Hee (Glen) Yu to handle my NIW (National Interest Waiver) case. From start to finish, he made the whole process smooth and stress-free. As a civil engineer, I knew my case needed to be presented in a specific way, and Glen really understood that. He took the time to get to ...know my background and accomplishments and built a strong case that highlighted my work perfectly. What stood out most was how responsive and patient he was. Anytime I had a question (and I had a lot!), he explained everything clearly and kept me updated at every step. Thanks to Glen’s expertise and attention to detail, my case was a success story! I couldn’t have asked for a better outcome. If you’re looking for someone reliable, knowledgeable, and easy to work with for your immigration case, I can’t recommend Glen enough!

Posted by JunHui | September 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Highly Recommend – Expert, Caring, and Efficient!

Attorney Yu was incredible during my marriage green card process. From day one, he really took the time to understand our situation and guide us through every step. He answered all our questions (and trust me, we had a lot!) with patience and clarity. Because of his dedication and expertise, I got my... green card in just a few months. If you’re looking for someone who genuinely cares and knows the ins and outs of immigration, Attorney Yu is your guy. Highly recommend!

Posted by Hoyoon | February 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Greatest Attorney

Our journey towards obtaining our green cards was a process filled with anticipation and hope, a journey that has finally come to a fruitful conclusion today. This significant milestone in our lives was made possible through the dedicated and sincere efforts of Attorney Sung Hee Yu. From the very beg...inning, his professionalism and expertise in immigration law instilled in us a sense of confidence that we were in capable hands. Attorney Yu's approach was not just professional, but also incredibly personal. He took the time to understand our unique situation, guiding us through each step of the process with patience and clarity. His responsiveness to our questions and concerns made a typically stressful process feel manageable and less daunting. We were particularly impressed by his attention to detail and his commitment to ensuring that every aspect of our application was thorough and accurately reflected our circumstances. One of the most commendable qualities of Attorney Yu was his sincerity. It was evident that he genuinely cared about our case and was invested in our success. His encouragement and reassurance were invaluable to us during moments of uncertainty. It's clear that Attorney Yu goes above and beyond for his clients, demonstrating a level of dedication that is truly rare. Thanks to Attorney Yu's expertise and unwavering support, our green card process was not just easy, but also successful. We are deeply grateful for his help and cannot recommend him highly enough to anyone navigating the complexities of immigration. Attorney Sung Hee Yu has not only been an exceptional attorney but also a trusted advisor and friend through this journey. Our heartfelt thanks to him for making this dream a reality.

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Sung Hee Yu's Lawyer Endorsements

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Preston Lim

Immigration lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Friend

"Glen is an exceptional attorney. He has superior knowledge of the law and extensive experience in all aspects of immigration. With respect to his practice, he genuinely cares about his clients and will go above and beyond to help. I have known Glen for over eight years. What stands out is his true character and nature: he is practical, efficient, and effective in resolving problems."

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Kenneth Matejka

Immigration lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Glen Yu. Nice guy, experienced immigration lawyer."

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Juan Sarmiento

Immigration lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"I've known Glen for two years and he has always been passionate about immigration law. Even before becoming a lawyer, he has been very active in the field since law school, doing volunteer work for the Legal Aid Society and clerking for Judges and law firms. His knowledge of immigration law derives from his experiences as a foreign-born citizen and keen interest in the area, and this translates to how he relates to clients, treating each case like it's his. He has represented different clients ranging from citizens of Korea, the Philippines, China, Jordan, Mexico, Mali, has accompanied clients for immigration interviews in Cleveland and Newark, and has appeared on behalf of clients for the Cleveland, Detroit, and Houston Immigration Courts. He actively posts useful immigration articles for our blog at www.sarmientoimmigration.typepad.com and is active in the Korean community. Most imporatntly, he cares for clients. I highly recommend Glen Yu to anybody in need of immigration counsel."

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Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Honors

2023

Marquis Who’s Who, Marquis Who’s Who

2006

Great Distinction, McGill University

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Partner Attorney, Sarmiento Immigration Law Firm

2010 - 2017

Associate Attorney, Sarmiento Immigration Law Firm

2010 - 2010

Post-Graduate Fellow, The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland

2010 - 2010

Legal Clerk, Jennifer I. Peyton LLC

2009 - 2009

Legal Intern, Margaret Wong & Associates CO LPA

2009 - 2009

Judicial Extern, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio, Honorable Solomon Oliver Jr.

Associations

2010 - Present

Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2009 - 2010

APALSA

Student Representative

2005 - 2006

Korean Student Society of McGill

President

Education

2010

Case Western Reserve University

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

McGill University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

The Third Annual Case Western Midwest APALSA Conference Immigration Law Practice

Languages

Korean

English

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