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Shawn Sedaghat
also known as Law Offices of Shawn Sedaghat
About Shawn
Biography
Legal Field:
- Immigration & Nationality law
- Criminal law & its impact on Immigration to the United States
- Business Transactions law as it relates to Immigration to the United States
1999 Founded Law Offices of Shawn S. Sedaghat
Memberships:
- American Bar Association Member, January 1996 - Present
- California Bar Association Member, January 1996 – Present
I do immigration law, not just as a job or a profession, but because as an immigrant myselfI find helping other immigrants a calling that I am drawn to naturally and as my life's mission.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Immigration
100%
31 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in California for 28 years
State: California
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Shawn Sedaghat
14011 Ventura Blvd., Suite 400, Sherman Oaks, CA, 91423
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Shawn Sedaghat's Reviews
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Showing 21 - 25 of 25 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by Lucia Montalvo | October 13, 2010 | Immigration
Aprishiating the good work of lawyer Shawn Sedaghat in my case of imigrasion
My name is Jose N. Martinez and I would like to thank attorney Shawn Sedaghat foe winning my Immagration case. My experience during the process has been very positive. Attorney Sedaghat made me feel important and was there for me when I needed him most. For this and many other reasons I would like to...
Posted by Ihya | October 06, 2010
A Personal Review of Shawn Sedaghat by Ihya Nemlioglu, Existing Client
Completely satisfied with the professional service that he has been providing to me on a number of cases since 1999.
Posted by Hooman | October 05, 2010 | Immigration
Salari's review of Law office of Shawn Sedaghat
The law office of Shawn Sedaghat has been my attorney since 2002 and has helped me with my immigration case. We are in final stages of my naturalization and Shawn, Michelle and the rest of the staff have been extremely courteous and have kept me updated on every step of the process.
Posted by anonymous | October 04, 2010 | Immigration
Highly recommended
I've been a client of Shawn Sedaghat and his partner, Michelle Sedaghat since 2007. I am very thankful for the excellent service that this firm has provided to me in regards to my immigration case, not to mention the very helpful staff members. I highly recommend him and his firm to any immigrants ...
Posted by anonymous | October 03, 2010
Good thorough and helpful attorney
He was the only attorney who knew how to handle my case specifically and he did so thoroughly to the end.
Shawn Sedaghat's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I endorse this lawyer. He is one of the best, and I learned so much from him."
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"Mr. Sedaghat, is a highly knowledgeable attorney in the field of Immigration Law. Having worked with him on a case, I highly recommend him for all Immigration matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Shawn for more than 20 years and have seen him in court and working with other attorneys and clients. He is highly competent and truly cares for his clients and the community in which he serves."
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Shawn and I have worked together on number of cases over a period of 20 years, and I recommend him as a very experienced and knowledgeable attorney in the immigration field. Shawn is a highly intelligent person and has been a mentor to a number of people, including myself."
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"I have worked with Shawn Sedaghat for the past 20 years. He is one of the most knowledgeable lawyers in this challenging field. He has been my mentor and have enjoyed working with him."
"Shawn Sedaghat is the lawyer that other lawyers go to for answers to their difficult cases. His work ethic and knowledge set him apart from others. I highly recommend him."
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"Attorney Shawn Sedaghat is a zealous advocate for hid clients. He utilizes unique approaches to obtain a favorable outcome for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Sedaghat is an expert in Immigration Law and a valuable contributor to the AVVO community."
"Shawn Sedaghat is one of the top attorneys in his field. He is extremely knowledgeable, skillful, and knows the ins-and-outs of the law. However, this is not what makes him great. His most valuable asset is his strong conviction for what he does. I endorse this lawyer's work."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Member, Lawyers of Distinction
2019
Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates
2018
Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates
2017
Top 10 Percent, Lawyers of Distinction
Work Experience
1997 - Present
Senior Attorney, Founding Member, Shawn S. Sedaghat, A Law Corporation
Associations
2008 - Present
Association Of Credit & Collection ProfessionalsMember
1999 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationImmigration Section Member
1997 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
1997 - Present
NationalAssociation of Criminal Defence LawyersMember
1997 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1996 - Present
United States District Court for the Northern District of CaliforniaAdmitted to Practice
Sample of Legal Cases
BAGHDASARYAN v. HOLDER 9th. Circuit Court of Appeals, No. 05-72416.
substantial evidence of persecution on the basis of political opinion that his whistle-blowing opposition to a local official resulted in multi-agency responses that reflected systemic government corruption.
Minasyan v. Mukasey 9th. Circuit Court of Appeals Case No. 06-73192 - 01/20/09
for Asylum purposes the 1 year bar begins after the day of arrival in the U.S.
MORALES ALEGRIA v. GONZALES 9th. Circuit Court of Appeals June 6, 2006
conviction under section 476 does require knowledge of the fictitious nature of the instrument and therefore is not broader than the federal definition of “offense relating to ․ forgery” on that account.
Education
1995
University of La Verne College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1982
California State University, Northridge
Civil Engineering
Speaking Engagements
2017
National Iranian TV
The Trump Travel Ban and how it will be implemented
2017
How to file an application for Asylum in the U.S.
Affirmative Asylum Applications
2013
Post 9/11 Discrimination: Swept Under The Rug
United States immigration-related impact on people of Middle Eastern Descent
2011
Pars TV Meeting with Experts
Latest Immigration Trends
2011
Andisheh TV Conference on The Implementation of New Immigration Rules and The Iran Sanction Program
Immigration & Office of Foreign Asset Control
2003
OFAC and the Iranian Immigrant Community
Iran Sanction Regulations and its Effect on Transfers from Iran
Publications
2019
2018
2010
9th. Circuit Court of Appeals
BAGHDASARYAN v. HOLDER
2009
9th. Circuit Court of Appeals
Minasyan v. Mukasey, 553 F. 3d 1224 - Court of Appeals, 9th Circuit 2009
2006
9th. Circuit Court of Appeals Precedent Decision
Morales-Alegria v. Gonzales, 449 F. 3d 1051 - Court of Appeals, 9th Circuit 2006
Languages
Armenian
Azerbaijani
Farsi
Spanish
Activity
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