Elias Z. Shamieh
About Elias
Biography
Elias Shamieh is the founding attorney of the Law Offices of Shamieh & Ternieden. As a dedicated San Francisco immigration attorney—and an immigrant himself—Attorney Shamieh is committed to fighting for the rights of foreign nationals. At the firm, he regularly assists clients with a wide range of U.S. immigration issues, including deportation, asylum, visas, green cards, naturalization, and more. For over 30 years, he has made it his mission to provide every client with personalized, compassionate legal services aimed at securing the best possible outcome. Call the Law Offices of Shamieh & Ternieden today for an initial consultation.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
39 years
39 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Indiana for 37 years
State: Indiana
Acquired: 1988
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Location
Law Offices of Shamieh & Ternieden
605 Market Street, Suite 600, San Francisco, CA, 94105
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Elias Z. Shamieh's Reviews
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23 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by anonymous | November 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
The best attorney
I want to apply for asylum case I ask a lot of people which attorney I can go every one I asked him told me about Shameih office then I do my search after that I decide to go meet him the first time I see him and we talk a lot I know no one can handle my case like him he is a professional attorney I ...
Posted by Joyce | April 17, 2014 | Immigration
Outstanding Immigration Attorney!
I went to Mr. Shamieh’s office for an immigration petition. He is very professional, always responded to my questions, and walked me through the whole process. I felt that I was in good hands. He is a skilled attorney with compassion and integrity. I would definitely refer anyone in need of immi...
Elias Z. Shamieh's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledgeable attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Shamieh is well versed in immigration law. He takes on tough cases and gets positive results for his many clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Elias is an experienced knowledgeable immigration attorney with whom I have consulted many times. His advice and counsel has been very helpful."
"Mr. Elias Shamieh is well respected in the community as an excellent communicator with adept knowledge and practical experience as an immigration attorney. If ever I have questions on immigration law, I turn to Mr. Shamieh for reasoned advice and counsel."
"I respect Mr. Shamieh for carefully determining whether his law practice is a good fit for each prospective client. Mr. Shamieh has a legal niche that he knows. When an issue is outside his niche, he will gladly refer the prospective client to another attorney who is very familiar with the issue and in whose work Mr. Shamieh has confidence."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Elias Shamieh since 1995. I have referred several cases to him involving deportation/removal defense. He is experienced and creative in helping clients find legal solutions."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Top 10 Immigration Law Attorney for California, American Jurist Institute
2017
10 Best Attorneys - Exceptional & Outstanding Client Service, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2016
Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Legal Counsel
Work Experience
1988 - Present
Founding Attorney, Law Offices of Shamieh & Ternieden
Associations
1988 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
The family was granted Asylum
Asylum Granted
Successful Adjustment of Status
Asylum Granted
Education
1987
JD - Juris Doctor
1977
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
LA-8 Presentation
Languages
Arabic
English
Spanish
Portuguese
Russian
Cantonese
Activity
Legal Answers