Shawn Sedaghat, experienced Immigration attorney in Sherman Oaks, CA with 21 reviews
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Shawn Sedaghat

14011 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA

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Koroush

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13 Jan, 2025
I had a zoom call with Mr. Sedaghat at first and the rest was just perfect! With that said let me thank the team for the great job they have done so far with great results... I have filed a petition (MYSELF) to bring my fiance here but received a letter from immigration to provide some documents!So,,, I talked to Mr Sedaghat about it and agreed for them to take over as the letter was very confusing! Tell you the truth, I had reservation to give my case to an Iranian firm as I never had a good experience in past 40 years in this country with them!!! BUT, I have been wrong!!! The staff are extremely professional and helpful... I would like to thank them for all the hard work they have done for my fiancé's K1 visa! I have been working with Isan from the beginning, I can say for certain that Isan has been extremely professional, instrumental to get everything together on time and her responsiveness is second to none! It is refreshing to see how much she cares for others and her work... As I mentioned I have been in this country for over 40 years and have never experienced working with any Iranian owned organization without having major issues! Mostly being responsive and on time! Again, thank you Mr. Sedaghat and a BIG thank to Isan for the awesome job you guys have done for us! My Fiance also is sending her thanks and appreciations to you! THIS LAW FIRM IS DEFINITELY RECOMMENDED!
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Amanda

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25 Jan, 2024
Excelente abogado muy profesional aclaró todas mis dudas gracias por todo el apoyo cien por ciento recomendado
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Erkan

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12 Dec, 2023
I express my deepest gratitude to my attorney Mr.Shawn and his team. From the outset till today, their professionalism has made them feel like an integral part of my family. Thank you again for everything.
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Highly professional and knowledgeable legal services
“From the outset till today, their professionalism has made them feel like an integral part of my family.”
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Exceptional responsiveness and attentiveness to client needs
“They promptly addressed all my inquiries and concerns, providing me with the guidance and support I needed.”
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Demonstrated expertise and success in immigration law cases
“My EB1A got approved within a week. Working with the Law Offices of Shawn Sedaghat has been a pleasure over the two months of preparation.”
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Personalized and caring approach towards clients
“He was highly professional, very caring. My family and I are extremely grateful to had his team.”
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Highly recommended by satisfied clients
“I absolute recommend lawyer Shawn Sedaghat and his team (especially Hilda). I hired them back in 2010 to help me with my immigration status and the outcome was great.”
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