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Murthy Law FirmFounder and President
Sheela Murthy
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Sheela Murthy

4.7
210 reviews

10451 Mill Run Circle, Suite 100, Owings Mills, MD 21117

Immigration and Naturalization, Immigration, H1B Visa and 3 more

About Sheela Murthy

Sheela Murthy is founder and president of the Murthy Law Firm, a Baltimore County–based practice of roughly 100 professionals focusing on U.S. immigration law. She earned an LL.M. from Harvard Law School and is admitted to practice in New York, Maryland, and before the U.S. Supreme Court. After practicing with major firms in New York and Baltimore, she launched the Murthy Law Firm in 1994. A frequent speaker for the American Immigration Lawyers Association and international bodies such as the International Bar Association and the Center for International Legal Studies, Sheela also served on the Board of Trustees of the American Immigration Council (2002–2009) and co-chaired its Annual Immigrant Achievement Awards. She meets with U.S. consular officials and USCIS centers to improve policy and client advocacy. Fluent in Kannada, Hindi, and French, Sheela is a regular writer and media commentator, has earned an AV rating from Martindale‑Hubbell, and has been featured in The New York Times, The Daily Beast, and other outlets.

 

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Champion Badge Platinum

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Sheela Murthy got this award in 2021

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Sheela Murthy got this award in 2021

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Sheela Murthy got this award in 2021

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Citizenship
Posted by anonymous
March 16, 2020
Hired Attorney

Great response all the way from front desk through para legal and then onto attorney. I received timely information, my questions were answered and I was guided through all of the steps. Very upfront with the fees and never felt like I had to pay any hidden fees. Would gladly recommend Murthy Law Firm services. Thank you.

Immigration
Posted by anonymous
March 03, 2020
Hired Attorney

They are very professional, spot-on, knowledgeable, and experienced in immigration law. I've worked with them twice, and I'm impressed every time! They even go extra miles for your case even when it's a 20 mins consulting. Highly recommend!

Citizenship
Posted by Rajeev
August 23, 2023
Hired Attorney

I was very impressed by the work ethics of Murthy's law firm. I contacted them over online chat regarding questions about my case and the person provided me with detailed information and instructions on how to set up a call with the Attorney. The Attorney was very knowledgable and friendly in answering all our questions and giving a definitely way of how best to move forward. At the end of that call I had not confusion regarding my query.

 
Immigration
Posted by anonymous
May 11, 2010
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Areas of Law

  • Immigration 1
    • Citizenship
  • Other 4
    • Immigration and Naturalization
    • H1B Visa
    • Student Visa
    • Perm

Practice Details

  • Languages
    Hindi
    Kannada
    French
    English
  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Fixed hourly rates
    Fixed fees available
    Accepted Credit Cards
    MasterCard
    Other - ACH
    etc.
    Visa
  • Video Calls
    Offers Video Calls
    Video Call Options
    Zoom
    Skype
    Google Hangouts
    FaceTime
    MS Teams
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Founder and President
    Firm Name
    Murthy Law Firm
    Firm Onwership
    Minority Owned
  • Additional Links
    https://www.murthy.com/about-us/law-firm/attorneys/sheela-murthy/

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1988, New York
    1989, Maryland
    1994, U.S. Supreme Court
    Memberships
    Maryland State (Law Practice Management) and American Bar Associations
    American Immigration Lawyers Association (Membership Committee
    Treasurer and Member Executive Committee, 1999-2000).
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Harvard University School of Law
    Class of 1987
    LL.M.

    University Law College, Bangalore, India
    Class of 1985
    LL.M.
    Other Education
    Stella Maris College, Chennai, India
    Class of 1982
    B.A.

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Founder and President at Murthy Law Firm
4.7
210 reviews

10451 Mill Run Circle, Suite 100Owings Mills, MD 21117U.S.A.

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  • Tuesday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Wednesday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thursday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Friday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM

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  • Is this attorney admitted to the bar in more than one state?
    Yes, Sheela Murthy is admitted to practice in Maryland and New York.
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    Sheela Murthy is admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court.
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    Sheela Murthy speaks Hindi, Kannada and French.
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    Yes, Sheela Murthy has a 5.0 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.

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