Michael I. Sherman

Michael I. Sherman

Sherman Immigration, PLLC
  • Immigration Law
  • District of Columbia, Michigan
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Biography

Mr. Sherman has been an immigration lawyer since 1994. His practice focuses on providing prompt, personalized immigration legal services to clients in the healthcare and business sectors. He also provides legal services to people interested in obtaining family-based visas.

Mr. Sherman holds an A.B. with High Distinction in Near Eastern Studies from the University of Michigan, and a J.D. from Wayne State University School of Law. He is a member of the State Bar of Michigan, the District of Columbia Bar, the American Immigration Lawyers Association, and the Oakland County Bar Association. Mr. Sherman is rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell, which is the international lawyer rating service. This is their highest rating.

As a law student, Mr. Sherman served as the Chief Judicial Clerk to the Honorable Steven N. Andrews of the Sixth Judicial Circuit Court in Michigan, and as a Law Clerk for the Office of Legal Affairs at William Beaumont Hospital. In addition, he was a Flotilla Staff Officer in the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary from 2005-2007.

Education
Wayne State University Law School
J.D. (1992) | Law
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University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
B.A. (1988) | Near Eastern Studies
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Honors: High Honors and High Distinction
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Professional Experience
President
Sherman Immigration, PLLC
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President
Sherman Immigration Lawyers, P.C.
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Partner
Dobbin and Sherman, P.C.
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President
Michael I. Sherman, P.C.
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Chief Clerk to the Honorable Steven N. Andrews
Sixth Judicial Circuit Court of Michigan
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Speaking Engagements
Annual Healthcare Immigration Law Update, Michigan Association for Medical Education
Michigan Association for Medical Education
Annual Healthcare Immigration Law Update, Michigan Association for Medical Education
Michigan Association for Medical Education
Annual Healthcare Immigration Law Update, Michigan Association for Medical Education
Michigan Association for Medical Education
Annual Healthcare Immigration Law Update, Michigan Association for Medical Education
Michigan Association for Medical Education
Annual Healthcare Immigration Law Update, Michigan Association for Medical Education
Michigan Association for Medical Education
Annual Healthcare Immigration Law Update, Michigan Association for Medical Education
Michigan Association for Medical Education
Annual Healthcare Immigration Law Update, Michigan Association for Medical Education
Michigan Association for Medical Education
Awards
Friend of the Oakland County Probate Court
Oakland County Probate Court
Annual award voted on by the staff of the Oakland County Probate Court.
Professional Associations
Oakland County Bar Association
Member
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International Medical Group Taskforce
Member
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District of Columbia Bar
Member
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American Immigration Lawyers Association
Member
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State Bar of Michigan  # P46961
Member
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United States Coast Guard Auxiliary
Member
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
District of Columbia
District of Columbia Bar
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Michigan
State Bar of Michigan
ID Number: P46961
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Fees
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Practice Area
Immigration Law
Asylum, Citizenship, Deportation Defense, Family Visas, Green Cards, Immigration Appeals, Investment Visas, Marriage & Fiancé(e) Visas, Student Visas, Visitor Visas, Work Visas
Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Legal Answers
Q. my girlfriend is pregnant and resides in USA with me but how do I go about her staying here
A: I agree with the information that my colleagues provided in terms of options. With that being said, my opinion is that the best first step would be to meet with an experienced and knowledgeable immigration lawyer to discuss the options, necessary procedures, and timeline. This way, you can work with the lawyer to establish and implement a strategy that will make the most sense and will accomplish your goals.
Q. My British husband is in the US on a travel visa. I'd like to sponsor him for a green card as my spouse.
A: The I-485, rather than the I-539, is used for the Green Card process. There are other applications, as well, such as Form I-130. The best advice that I can give is to consider speaking with a knowledgeable and experienced immigration lawyer who can guide you through the process, and who can counsel you and your husband as to the requirements, needed application documents, etc.
Q. My British husband is in the US on a travel visa. He only came to visit me and our daughter with a return ticket.
A: I agree with my colleagues that consulting with a qualified and knowledgeable immigration lawyer would be the best first step. The Green Card process is complicated, and it is best to seek the guidance of an immigration lawyer who has been through the process many times, is knowledgable about the requirements, and can counsel you and your husband as to the best course of action. There may or may not be a personal interview by the USCIS as part of the process, and such a lawyer can make sure that you and your husband are well prepared for the interview; the lawyer can attend the interview with you.
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Sherman Immigration, PLLC
Royal Oak Office
210 E 3rd St
#204
Royal Oak, MI 48067
Telephone: (248) 586-4300
Fax: (248) 586-4306
Monday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed