Monika Sud-Devaraj

I approached Ms. Monika Sud-Devaraj for an immigration case for parents. During the first paid consultation appointment over the telephone I had the following concerns: - Her lack of professionalism: For example, she randomly paused to converse with someone in the background for some other task! -... Her lack of knowledge and tendency to misguide: She gave false information such as about in-lieu documentation for the I-130 process and telling us to instead go through an arduous process. - Her lack of amicability: Her overall tone during the consultation was generally disheartening. Hence, I identified a different attorney and approached him with the hope that things may not be as gloomy as Ms. Monika Sud-Devaraj made it appear. The new attorney researched and obtained the right information and that too for no cost! I finally received the right guidance such as what in-lieu documentation can be used for birth certificate for parents born before 1970, etc. Overall, I am surprised that Monika Sud-Devaraj received average-to-high ratings on this website as as immigration attorney. I only approached her because of her ratings here, but my experience proved her incompetent and I wouldn't recommend one approach her for I-130 applications.

I contacted Monika Sud-Devaraj in the year 2009 when I needed to start my VISA transfer process from J1 to H1B. Monika was very exhaustive and guided my employer in correct and legal way to go about documentation. There were times when my employer lost patience as Monika was very persistent on follow...ing the right way (which was detailed, authentic, legal, and delayed way) and not to do anything in haste. I got my H1B with ease. There after she started the process of H1B extension and Green Card process. Going by my resume and experience, it was suggested that I should file for Green Card under two different categories (EB1 and EB3), since my case had a strong probability of approval under EB1 as well. I went ahead and decided to apply in both the categories. Fortunately, I was approved in both categories and before I could digest this news; I had Green Card in my hand. My H1B extension is still valid till October 2017, but my family and I already have Green Card in my hand. Thanks to Monika and her competent team (Marina Torres and Marshall G. Whitehead) for suggesting, assisting, and processing all my paper work in getting me Green Card well in time. I STRONGLY recommend Monika Sud-Devaraj. She is meticulous, very competent, reviews every document carefully, prepares each case strategically, and is always available (especially via email) to ease the stress.

We had a very challenging case, so we searched around for a good immigration attorney for a long while before meeting with Monika. We were very impressed with Monika's experience and knowledge in the field. Moreover, we loved her optimism and open mindedness. It turned out that hiring Monika was the ...best decision we made on our long path to a successful case. Monika was there for us through the rounds of document corrections and resubmission. Monika was there to calm us when we grew anxious about the constant "hiccups". After a long unease year, our application was finally approved. Without Monika's help, none of this would be possible. We are so thankful for the excellent service from Monika and her firm. Highly recommend!

I would like to recommend Attorney Monika Sud-Devaraj to anyone seeking an experienced lawyer to handle an immigration matter. I have always found her advice to be insightful, ethical and extremely professional. She has many years of immigration experience and it shows. Her services are always reason...ably priced and most important Monika and her staff make you feel they care.