The Law Firm of Shihab & Associates represents global corporations, employers, colleges & universities, healthcare professionals, families and immigrants worldwide.


Global Immigration Lawyers
With Offices in Columbus Ohio, Fairfax Virginia, Cleveland Ohio, Southfield Michigan, and Washington, DC
Whether you are a human resource professional employing foreign professionals, a scientist, a professor, a small business owner, a multinational corporation, or a U.S. citizen pursuing an immigration case for a relative or loved one, our lawyers possess the legal skills and sensitivities needed to achieve your goals. It is of utmost importance that you, the client, are assured that your immigration lawyer has your best interest in mind and at heart, and that he or she will conclude your matter quickly, competently, and in an affordable manner. Gus M. Shihab, Esq. and the Columbus immigration lawyers at The Law Firm of Shihab & Associates hold these values at the forefront.
Our firm enjoys a reputation of unparalleled innovative and vigorous advocacy in international and immigration law representation. We fight for our clients and will not rest, falter, or tire until we fulfill your goals within the bounds of the law. We believe legal services must be affordable, transparent, accessible, and timely. That is why we have pioneered the delivery of innovative, cost-effective, and technologically advanced legal strategies and solutions that meet our clients’ requirements and aspirations.


We Have Helped Thousands of Immigrants
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The entire team is professional, responsive, friendly and VERY knowledgeable.- Youssef
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They helped us through the long & difficult process of getting my husband his green card.- Michelle
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From the reception desk to the librarian, Gus has a personable team that is a delight to deal with, a legal hive mind that is genuinely on their clients' side.- Alex
Meet Our Team
An Elite Team of Immigration Attorneys & Staff
Gus M. Shihab, Esq., founder of The Law Firm of Shihab & Associates, has received several honors and is a seasoned lawyer with more than 25 years of experience relentlessly fighting for the rights of international investors, businesses, corporations, employers, and immigrants and for the advancement of their causes.


Types of Cases We Handle
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NIW & EB-1
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Investors & Business Creation Visas
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Green Cards Through Employment
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VAWA & Victims of Crimes
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Family Members (Parents, Children, Brothers & Sisters)
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Citizenship & Naturalization
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Appeals & Litigation
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Health Care Employers
Book an Initial Consultation with Founder Attorney Gus M. Shihab. 20 min @ $210. BOOK NOW
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Colleges & Universities
Book an Initial Consultation with Founder Attorney Gus M. Shihab. 20 min @ $210. BOOK NOW
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EmployersBook an Initial Consultation with Founder Attorney Gus M. Shihab. 20 min @ $210. BOOK NOW
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Work Visas
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Fiances Visas
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Green Cards for Spouses

Why Choose Shihab & Associates?
Retaining an Immigration Attorney is an Important Decision
Enhanced Immigration Representation
The Law Firm of Shihab & Associates is a full-service immigration law firm providing both employment- and family-related visa services. We understand that each client faces a unique set of circumstances and challenges. Our goal is to achieve the desired outcome within the bounds of the law, in the most competent, expeditious, and cost-efficient manner. Our Columbus immigration lawyers do so by carefully listening to our clients and by providing immigration strategies that meet their objectives. We rely on our team of caring and experienced professionals to deliver the highest level of legal representation.
Secure & Robust Tools For Your Case
Our firm employs the most secure and robust internet-based tools in processing and monitoring the progress of immigration cases both internally as they move within our law firm and at the various governmental agencies, where the cases are ultimately adjudicated. As the U.S. government moves to paperless processes, our law firm has pioneered the automation of immigration processes since 2002. Our team members are also highly informed about the constant changes in immigration law that seem to occur on a daily basis. We are keen on various country conditions and turbulent political situations of nations facing civil unrest in Latin America and the Middle East. Our attorneys and paralegals speak various languages including Arabic and Spanish.

