Elias Z. Shamieh

Elias Z. Shamieh

4.8
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 37 years

Immigration Lawyer at San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration, Asylum

605 Market Street, Suite 600, San Francisco, CA

About Elias

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Immigration 70%

At the Law Offices of Elias Z. Shamieh, we understand how complex and difficult immigration laws can be, so our concern is to ease you step-by-step through the immigration process in order to achieve your immigration goals. We handle all aspects of Immigration Law, including family based petitions, marriage petitions, fiancé visas, as well as work permits, waivers, political asylum, cancellation of removal, self petitioning applications, citizenship, and employment visas such as H1B, L1A, E2, R,

39 years

70%
Asylum 30%

We handle all aspects of Immigration Law, including family based petitions, marriage petitions, fiancé visas, as well as work permits, waivers, political asylum, cancellation of removal, self petitioning applications, citizenship, and employment visas such as H1B, L1A, E2, R,

39 years

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 37 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 1988

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Shamieh & Ternieden

605 Market Street, Suite 600, San Francisco, CA, 94105

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Elias Z. Shamieh's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

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Posted by FADI | January 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best lawyer i have ever seen .

My journey to bring my wife in USA (I-130, Petition for Alien Relative ) has been a very stressful one but after I contacted Law Offices of Shamieh, he laid everything out for me clearly and helped me every step of the way. We started from nothing and Natasha Massarweh ( Operation and Case manager )... in the office worked very hard with me . She was available any time i needed her and always made sure i were on top of what i needed to do. Natasha guided me not only through this case but also gave me a lot of life advice because in the end of the day i needed a lot of help. Natasha was there for my case in more ways than i can even imagine and i am so thankful that i dealt with her and could work with her. I agree that this was the best decision i have made by far. She is passionate about her cases just as she was with my immigration case and was determined to come out of it successfully. She gave me the hope and confidence i needed when i thought that we couldnt do it anymore. I recommend her and the law offices of Shamieh to anyone that needs immigration service and i am very happy that Natasha was the case manager of my immigration case . FG. Berkeley, CA.

Posted by Ayman | April 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Mr.

I had an excellent experience working on my asylum case with Mr. Shamieh, who proved to be by far the best immigration lawyer I came across in my search for a lawyer to handle my asylum case. His extensive experience and knowledge of immigration law came through in his insights on the immigration p...rocess, its requirements and likely outcomes, which proved to be very accurate in every step of the way. His extensive track record in immigration law was also evident in the guidance he gave me in preparation of my case filing and interview, where he knew all the immigration officers, from the building security to my interviewer.

Posted by anonymous | January 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Efficient, responsive and gets good results!

Mr. Shamieh and his entire staff are an incredible team. I've been a client for years and they've helped me through many different immigration issues--all were successful thanks to them. There were never any problems in communicating with the attorneys or the staff and they were always responsive..., efficient and accommodating. I refer anyone and everyone I can to this office and I highly recommend anyone reading this to utilize their services.

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 ...feel safe with him He know exactly what he do Cause now I have my asylum approval 4000 words it’s not enough to talk about mr Shameih And he bring my wife and my two kids to me He is the best

Posted by Susie | October 02, 2014 | Immigration

Extremely Pleased

Mr. Shamieh is undeniably a sophisticated, intelligent, caring and helpful lawyer. He helped me through the immigration process of getting my mother here. During the process I felt calm and at ease that someone who was trust worthy was handling my case. I couldn't have been happier with this law firm...!!! Thanks guys for a job well done!!

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Elias Z. Shamieh's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ekaterina Powell

Unknown lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledgeable attorney."

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Ann Barhoum

Immigration lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"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."

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Patrick Mcmahon

Immigration lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Jason Fellner

Immigration lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Karl Krooth

Immigration lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Madanmohan Ahluwalia

Immigration lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

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 Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Asylum

The family was granted Asylum

Successful Asylum

Asylum Granted

Adjustment of Status

Successful Adjustment of Status

Asylum

Asylum Granted

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Education

1987

New College of California Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

San Francisco State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Northern California chapter) Meeting

LA-8 Presentation

Languages

Arabic

English

Spanish

Portuguese

Russian

Cantonese

Activity

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