Michael I. Sherman

Michael I. Sherman

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 33 years

Immigration Lawyer at Royal Oak, MI
Practice Areas: Immigration

210 East 3rd Street, Suite 204, Royal Oak, MI

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

I specialize in obtaining temporary and permanent work visas for clients, with an emphasis on healthcare, business and family matters.

32 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 24 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2002

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Michigan for 33 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1992

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Sherman Immigration, PLLC

210 East 3rd Street, Suite 204, Royal Oak, MI, 48067

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Michael I. Sherman's Reviews

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51 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ali | September 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Simply the best!

I know Mr. Sherman and his team for more than 10 years now. I have to confess that my immigration case was one of the most difficult and sophisticated cases that may happen for any attorneys. I worked with other attorneys too before and during the last 10 years and by far Mike is the best. His k...nowledge, professional attitude and kindness are exemplary. Honestly I am always overwhelmed with his passion and kindness to go over and beyond his line of duties for my case which started 10 years ago and now finally all my family and I succeeded to be US citizens, only because of him and his dedication. I have no hesitation recommending this strong, passionate, knowledgeable lawyer and his solid team as your best friend along your way for any immigration legal cases you may have. And I believe he is the best bet for you in these difficult and stressful situations.

Posted by Dr Mansoor | February 20, 2013 | Immigration

Best immigration attorney I have ever known.

I am a physician, I worked with Michael Sherman (Mike), since 2008 till 2013, He worked on my H1B, then it's extension, later new H1B from a different employer, and finally green card for me and my wife. He is always thorough, on top of things, amazingly quick to respond to your questions, very pr...ofessional and understands your specific needs and expectations. I know more than 60 medical residents who had their H1 documents filed thorough him, all were happy and none of them ever complained about anything. My new employer had a different immigration firm working for them, they were not close to being called efficient or responsive. We made our employer switch to Mike and have no problem ever since. Green card case of my wife was detached from mine by USCIS, so it was not approved at the same time. Mike called them and she got her green card in 10 days. I would recommend Mike Sherman for any kind of immigration matters.

Posted by Ammar | June 19, 2012 | Immigration

Excellent Lawyer

Michael Sherman is the best lawyer I worked with. He handeled my greencard case until approval very efficiently and sorrounded it with his distinguished skills all time. He was very fast in response to any question or concern, he was available immediately to me when I needed any inquiry. We did have ...trouble with our I-485 application with a previous lawyer which resulted in a one year delay for approval because of mistake of ignorance, I was told about Micael by many colleagues who have their application approved quickly and timely, I did contact him and he saved my case after he highlighted some very crusial points other lawyer did not address. H e gave a timeline for the application approval process which was very accurate. Me and my family would like to acknowledge his distinguished skills which saved our case from impending denial because of the mistake caused by my previous lawyer. I think hiring him was one of the most wise dicisions I made in my life, and would like to recommend him without any conservations. On a separate not, you will not have anybody you know who responds to e-mail as fast and nice as he does.. The good comes to you if you are lucky to know that he is there to help you.

Posted by Maaz B. Badshah | May 25, 2010 | Immigration

Mike is the BEST! it is as simple as that.

I am a Foreign Medical Graduate and I will be starting my Residency in Internal Medicine in a month's time. I was introduced to this gem of a person, and this amazing lawyer by my cousin who is a Surgeon here in the United States. I was here on a B1 visa. I was totally unaware of the intricacie...s of the United States Visa Policies. I was also unaware of all the pros and cons of the steps that I was planning to take in order to get myself a position on a work visa. I asked Mike about all my difficulties. I wrote a long naive and amateurish email to him asking all sorts questions and all sorts of doubts in mind. I was amazed at his prompt responsiveness. His advice was not only detailed but it was also to the point. I might add here that he extended free advice to me over email for the first twenty or so emails that we exchanged. This was because he made sure I knew everything that could possibly happen with my case if I were to take a certain step. Mike will always respond to emails. The response will almost certainly be within the next hour. His advice is always personalized. He treats you as a person, and not as a case number. A few hours ago, I received both my H1B approval and my B1 Extension approval. I had a chance to see how diligently he complied my applications to the USCIS for review. I am very, VERY impressed with him as a person as well. He is polite, well versed, and well learned. He knows everything there is about Visitor visas(B1/B2) and H1B. In short, I have already recommended Mike to all my colleagues. I will recommend him with my eyes closed to anyone and I wish him all the happiness, health and a successful career in the future.

Posted by Kristy | September 09, 2009 | Immigration

Reliable, trustworthy, honest, patient and effective

Mike Sherman is the absolute best immigration attorney that I have worked with. He responds immediately to all quetions/needs that I have. He explains every detail thoroughly in a way that I can easily understand. He gets results every time. His knowledge and experience is very impressive. I alw...ays know that Mike has my company's best interests in mind. I have every confidence in him and look forward to continuing my relationship with him for all future and current immigration needs.

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Michael I. Sherman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Kallabat

Immigration lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is an excellent attorney and I have no reservations in endorse his work."

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Daniel Felder

Immigration lawyer | Sep 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael Sherman is the finest Immigration Law practioner in this state. With unparalleled knowledge and skill, Mr. Sherman can navigate the most complex legal issues efficiently. His practice is built on his stellar reputation; he is extremely reliable, eithical, and trustworthy. He is consistently the first attorney I think of when I have an Immigaration client to refer."

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Erik Stamell

Immigration lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mike is a true gentleman and an excellent attorney. I have referred him a number of clients over the years and they have always been very pleased with the service that Mike and his firm have provided. I give Mike my highest endorsement and I encourage anyone in need of an immigration attorney to give him a call."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2024

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2004

Friend of the Oakland County Probate Court 2004, Oakland County Probate Court

Work Experience

2023 - Present

President, Sherman Immigration, PLLC

2001 - Present

President, Sherman Law Group, P.C.

1994 - 2000

Vice President, Dobkin and Sherman, P.C.

1992 - 1994

President, Michael Sherman, P.C.

1989 - 1991

Chief Court Clerk, Oakland County Circuit Court

Associations

2024 - Present

Oakland County Bar Association

Member

2023 - Present

International Medical Graduate Taskforce

Member

1994 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2005 - 2007

U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary

Staff Officer

Sample of Legal Cases

Green Card application

Successful.

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Education

1992

Wayne State University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

University of Michigan

B.A. with High Honors/High Distinction

Speaking Engagements

2024

Michigan Association for Medical Education Annual Healthcare Immigration Law Update

Annual Healthcare immigration law update.

2017

Social Work Department Inservice Meeting

Michigan Guardianship Law Update

2015

Hospital Human Resources Department

Immigration Law Update

2010

Annual Conference

Medical Immigration Law Update 2010

2005

Annual Human Resources Roundtable

Immigration Law Update

2004

Immigration Law Update

Immigration Law Update

2004

Annual Human Resources Roundtable

Immigration Law Update

2003

Immigration Law Update

Immigration Law Update

Publications

2001

Languages

English

Activity

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