Maleeha Haq

Maleeha Haq

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 17 years

Immigration Lawyer at Newark, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration, Asylum

5600 Mowry School Rd., Suite 170, Newark, CA

About Maleeha

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Immigration 90%

Asylum, Green Cards, Visas, US Citizenship and Naturalization and Deportation Defense. Haq Law guides you through the complex Immigration Law Landscape.

17 years

90%
Asylum 10%

The United States accepts less than 1% of global refugees and the current administration is making it harder, not easier, to obtain asylum. Let the experienced Haq Law legal team advise you so you can make the most educated decisions

17 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 17 years

State: California

Acquired: 2009

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Haq Law

5600 Mowry School Rd., Suite 170, Newark, CA, 94560

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Maleeha Haq's Reviews

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130 Client Reviews

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Posted by Suresh | March 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professionalism matters

I'm incredibly grateful to Maleeha for her dedication, confidence, and professionalism. Thanks to her efforts, my immigration case was expedited and approved within just six months. She and her team worked diligently and thoroughly—truly deserving of the success we've achieved.

Posted by Krishna | June 9, 2024 | Hired Attorney

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Exceptional Service

I was referred to Haq Law by a friend for my immigration court case, and I couldn't be happier with their expertise. Maleeha and her team were incredibly kind, empathetic, and proactive throughout the entire process. They were always prompt in addressing my questions and made the entire process smoot...h and stress-free. I highly recommend them for anyone navigating immigration matters.

Posted by Ashish | May 3, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional Immigration Lawyer

I cannot recommend my immigration lawyer enough. From the moment I reached out to her regarding my asylum case, she was incredibly helpful and prompt in her responses. What truly stood out was her dedication and determination to assist me every step of the way. One of the most remarkable aspects o...f working with her was her proactive approach. Not only did she handle my case efficiently, but she also went above and beyond by bringing my case forward a year early. This not only saved me time but also alleviated a significant amount of stress. Throughout the entire process, she demonstrated not only her expertise in immigration law but also her genuine care for her clients. Her professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to achieving the best possible outcome were truly commendable. Thanks to her efforts, I now have a chance to build a better future for myself and my family. If you're in need of an immigration lawyer who is not only competent but also compassionate, look no further. I am immensely grateful for her assistance and would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone in need of legal immigration services.

Posted by Muhammad Waseem Akram | April 8, 2024 | Hired Attorney

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Citizenship

A big thank you to amazing Ms. Maleeha and her team for their exceptional support throughout our N400 application process. Ms. Maleeha, your expertise and dedication were truly remarkable. Your genuine care made us feel like family. Your team's professionalism ensured a smooth process. Thanks to all ...of you, our application was approved. I would highly recommend Ms. Maleeha and her team to anyone in need of legal assistance.

Posted by anonymous | January 24, 2024 | Hired Attorney

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Prompt Service

Maleeha Haq and her team is awesome! They filed for my mom's immigration. They helped us understand the process and promptly responded to our questions through out the process. We sincerely appreciate Maleeha and her team! Thank you!

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Maleeha Haq's Lawyer Endorsements

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Junaid Sulahry

Immigration lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Haq is a respected and highly skilled immigration attorney in the San Francisco Bay Area community. She has won cases at all levels of the immigration system, and practices law with a deep compassion and care for her clients. She is an immigrant herself and personally understands the trials and tribulations of the immigration experience. Ms. Haq's record speaks for itself, and she is most certainly among the best and most competent immigration attorneys in the area. It is with my full confidence that I endorse Ms. Haq as a top immigration attorney who understands the complexities and the nuances of the law."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Immigration Specialist, State Bar of California

2010

Wiley W. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Services, The State Bar of California

2007

Bates Overseas Fellowship, University of Michigan

Associations

2014 - Present

Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights

Mentor Attorney

2011 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2010 - Present

South Asian Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2012 - 2016

Council on American Islamic Relations-San Francisco Bay Area

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Obtaining greencard after divorce

Legal permanent status (greencard) obtained

Waiver of misrepresentation obtained in immigration court

Waiver granted; greencard status restored

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Education

2007

University of Michigan Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

University of Michigan

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Urdu

Hindi

Punjabi

Spanish

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