Sharon Mara Brenner

Sharon Brenner has worked in various sectors of immigration law since 2004. She is well-versed in visa matters for artistic professionals, and has spoken on the topic at creative organizations and events, both locally and abroad. Her clientele in this area have included renowned musicians, filmmakers, fashion designers, fine artists, chefs, graphic designers, photographers and many more. Sharon also represents clients in business-related immigration matters, from individuals to startups to established businesses, and has spoken at startup spaces about U.S. immigration options for startups and entrepreneurs. Her work additionally includes asylum, naturalization, and family-based immigration matters. Sharon also previously provided domestic and international refugee-based assistance with non-profit organizations including the International Rescue Committee and immigrant advocacy programs. 

Sharon is a member of the California Bar and the American Immigration Lawyers Association. She received her J.D. from Golden Gate University School of Law, during which time she was the winner of a national immigration law article writing contest for her work titled “Challenges Facing Unaccompanied Refugee Minors’ Access to Legal Aid," and was awarded a grant from the Public Interest Law Foundation for her work at the Helsinki Citizen's Assembly - Refugee Advocacy and Support Program in Europe. Sharon holds B.A. degrees in African History and International Relations from the University of California, Davis, and also studied at the University of Cape Town in South Africa and New York University’s program in Paris, France.