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Rathi Rao is a founding partner of Ibrahim & Rao LLP. She was born in Bangalore, India and immigrated to the United States at a young age. She attended Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia and graduated in 1998 with a Bachelor's Degree in Biological Anthropology and Spanish Language. During her time at Emory, Rathi spent some time studying abroad at the University of Salamanca in Salamanca, Spain.. In 2001, Rathi graduated from the Georgia State University College of Law with a Juris Doctor degree. While in law school she received a grant from the Public Interest Lawyer’s Association, which allowed her to intern with the Georgia Justice Project, working specifically with the Juvenile Justice Project. It was through coursework in International, Humanitarian and Immigration law that Rathi gained a keen interest in helping the immigrant community.. Upon graduating from Law School, Rathi began as an Associate Attorney with Landey & Associates PC until 2005, when she went into solo practice. In October 2009, Rathi co-founded Ibrahim & Rao LLC with her colleague, Jama Ibrahim. Ibrahim & Rao celebrated its' 10th Anniversary last year.  In the past 10 years, the firm has grown from a single office to three full-time staffed offices in Atlanta,GA Gainesville, GA and Greenville, SC.. Rathi has been practicing Immigration Law exclusively for 19 years. Her expertise lies in all family-based matters as well as complex deportation defense cases. Rathi helps unify families by assisting with green card and citizenship applications, initial visa filings and extensions, and consular processing and I-601A Waivers. She has assisted several religious organizations throughout the Southeast in obtaining religious worker visas. Rathi also works closely with victims of crimes (T/U Visas) and domestic violence (VAWA Petitions).. Additionally, Rathi has been appearing before the Immigration Courts in Atlanta and surrounding jurisdictions for many years. She handles all deportation matters, including bond hearings and appeals before the Board of Immigration Appeals.. Rathi resides in the Atlanta area and is a member in good standing of the Georgia State Bar and of the American Immigration Lawyers Association.

Rajeshri (Raju) Shah Patel is an associate attorney at Weinstock Immigration Lawyers. Raju moved to Atlanta in 2003 and has been practicing immigration law exclusively for almost 10 years.   She specializes in family and employment-based immigration.  She has represented families and businesses all over the country and throughout the world.  Raju also has expertise in Eb-1, EB-2 National Interest Waivers, and PERM labor certifications, and has successfully represented numerous universities, hospitals, researchers, and other professionals in their applications for immigrant visas.. Prior to working in immigration, Raju worked for the chief counsel’s office at the Savannah River Site, U.S. Department of Energy.. Raju is admitted to practice law in both Georgia and North Carolina. Raju is also admitted to practice in the 11th circuit and in Federal Court for the Northern District of Georgia.. ·         Non-immigrant visas: B-1, H-1B, L-1A, L-1B, E-1, E-2, R-1, J-1, O-1, TN, F-1. ·         Employment-based immigrant petitions: EB-1, EB-2, EB-3. ·         National Interest Waivers. ·         Labor certifications (PERM). ·         J-1 visa waivers. ·         USCIS Interviews. ·         U.S. Citizenship/Naturalization. ·         Family based immigration including I-130, Adjustment of Status and Consular Processing. ·         Removal of Conditions (I-751). ·         K-1 and K-2 fiancée visas and all other consular applications. ·         I-601 Waivers of Inadmissibility, and I-601A Provisional Unlawful Presence Waivers. ·         Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions

Neera Bahl is an immigration attorney in Atlanta who began her Legal career in January 2005, when she joined a leading immigration office in Atlanta as an associate in 2005. Thereafter in 2007, she became a name partner in the immigration firm. In April 2009, she founded Neera Bahl & Associates for her independent practice of law as an Atlanta immigration attorney. Earlier, Ms. Bahl interned at the Jimmy Carter Center (Human Rights Division); worked as a Constituent Representative for U.S. Rep. Denise Majette (GA Dem. '04-'05), focusing on immigration issues; and served as law clerk for Fulton County Superior Court Judge Honorable Gail S. Tusan.

Married to an immigrant, I have gone through the immigration process by sponsring my husband as well, and I know that stressful feeling. Committted to dealing fairly with clients and making the process easier and more streamlined. I have downsized my practice in 2014 to exclude immigration court cases, which allows me to be present in the office and have direct contact with clients and their cases. I love my clients like family. Always there to help.

I have been a solo practitioner or a partner in a small law firm since graduating from Emory law school in 1988. It is my philosophy to give each client as much individual attention as their case needs for a successful conclusion. In immigration matters, I also advise clients when they have no case to remain in the United States, rather than take a case and say, "sorry,"  thousands of dollars later. It is better for clients' interests that the client take his or her hard earned money to their home country to start a new life rather than to spend it on a "wild goose chase" with the Federal Government.. I spend little time promoting myself for the benefit of the general public and for my peers, unlike many others in this profession. I find excessive lawyer advertising to be demeaning to the profession and often misleading. I only engage in it minimally in order to allow existing clients and referrals to find me. I do host an occasional radio show in Spanish.. Outside of my law practice, I am an avid golfer and fly fisherman, and a world traveller.

Attorney Safiya Byars is a native of Kingston, Jamaica. As the managing partner of the Byars Firm she oversees the Firm's immigration, family law, and estate planning practice. Prior to creating the Byars Firm Ms. Byars worked as a senior associate with law firms in Alabama and Georgia. Now with her own practice, Ms. Byars strives to provide her clients with a personable experience. Ms. Byars is diligent with her work and she strives on providing her clients with the best legal representation while educating her clients on the best strategies to win their case.. Attorney Byars entered the United States as an international student to attend college where she was the first international student. Ms. Byars has successfully made the transition from a temporary student visa to permanent immigration status.  Ms. Byars now uses her extensive  expertise to assist her clients with their immigration, family, and estate planning needs. Ms. Byars currently serves as the chair of the family immigration continuing legal education program and the vice-chair of the immigration law section of the State Bar of Georgia.. In addition to her practice Ms. Byars routinely hosts legal workshop on legal topics that are beneficial to Atlanta immigrant community. While at the University of Alabama School of Law Ms. Byars followed her passion for community outreach by providing pro bono legal services and volunteer community service to the residents of Tuscaloosa, Alabama. At graduation Ms. Byars was presented with the Dean's Community Service Award and the Order of the Samaritan Award. Ms. Byars is a summa cum laude graduate of the University of Montevallo.

Assists corporate and individual clients to obtain non-immigrant visas as well as lawful permanent residence in the U.S. through employment and family based petitions.

AMNA R. SHIRAZI, JD. LEGAL EXPERT / DEMOCRATIC GOVERNANCE ADVISORAccomplished attorney with 12+ years of experience representing diverse clients in complex immigration matters.  Possess in-depth knowledge of democratic governance and reform, particularly in Islamic countries in the Middle East and South Asia. Offer insightful electoral and legal advice in global emerging democracies, successfully promoting strong democratic governance. Successfully support and advise private consulting firms and NGOs. Advocate for immigration reform, fair elections, and human rights. Write well-received articles and op-ed pieces. Participate in panel discussions, teaching seminars, and interviews to educate the community. Successfully represent asylum clients who face political persecution, gender discrimination, and unreasonable detention. Proficient in English, Urdu, Hindi, Spanish, and Punjabi. Pursuing LLM focused on Democratic Governance Issues at Emory University. Possess genuine passion for increasing access to human rights, providing incisive policy advice, advocating for democratic governance and immigration reform. Key areas of focus include:Immigration Policies • Border Security • Human Rights • Islam and Democracy • South Asian Affairs • Muslim-American Relations • U.S. National Security Policy • Anti-Terrorism Efforts. ACTIVITIES. WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL OF ATLANTA YOUNG LEADERS, Atlanta, GA. 2010-Present Conference Director and Executive Committee MemberDeliver presentations and moderate panel discussions at public briefings to diplomats, global business leaders, and experts. Collaborate closely with Board of Directors to facilitate private forums, roundtable discussions, cultural exchanges, and foreign policy briefings. Collaborated with academic institutions to enrich research and dialogue on critical international issues.Planned conference focused on Democratization and cultivating young leaders.Chosen to participate on panel discussion focused on issues facing immigrants and refugees.THE CARTER CENTER, Atlanta, GA. 2010 Sudan Presidential Election MonitorMonitored the first Sudanese Presidential election in 24 years as an international election observer. Inspected voter registration policies, ballots, and election sites in Khartoum Province. Provided tactical support.SEEDR/L3C, Inc., Atlanta, GA. 2009-Present Immigration and Business Development AdvisorAssist global R&D organization offering governments, NGOs, and individuals with better access to sustainable development. Provide incisive advice on immigration issues and increase outreach in emerging democracies. Developed and deployed relevant technology-enabled solutions to drive progress.Collected proposals from aid organizations, identifying funding sources and providing legal advice.SHAMS, Ramallah, Palestine. 2010-Present U.S. General CounselProvide fundraising support for non-profit, NGO Media Center focused on promoting women’s rights. Review project proposals and present to U.S. donors. Sign contracts and protect intellectual property.DAI PAKISTAN, Atlanta, GA. 2010-Present Legal ExpertProvide legal advice on human rights, anti-corruption, and legislative and election reform in Pakistan as part of private development consulting firm with contracts with the World Bank and USAID. Review UN documents and research data on government corruption. Generated reports on solution and bidding ideas.AMERICAN IMMIGRATION LAWYER’S ASSOCIATION, Atlanta, GA. 2010-Present Advocacy Committee MemberLobby and advocate for immigration reform. Advocate for fair enforcement of immigration legislation, including HB87. Educate state legislators on detrimental impacts of harsh immigration legislation on economic interests. Participate in public dialogues on immigration policies.Appointed to the GSU Dept. of Religious Studies Advisory Board. Guest lecturer at Emory University School of Law.Volunteer with Project Open Hand, Habitat for Humanity, Salvation Army. and Emory School of Law pro-bono projects.

Experienced Immigration & Naturalization attorney serving clients in Atlanta and surrounding areas.

Experienced Immigration & Naturalization attorney serving clients in Atlanta and surrounding areas.

Experienced Immigration & Naturalization attorney serving clients in Atlanta and surrounding areas.

Experienced Immigration & Naturalization attorney serving clients in Atlanta and surrounding areas.

Experienced Immigration & Naturalization attorney serving clients in Atlanta and surrounding areas.

Experienced Immigration & Naturalization attorney serving clients in Atlanta and surrounding areas.

Experienced Immigration & Naturalization attorney serving clients in Atlanta and surrounding areas.

Experienced Immigration & Naturalization attorney serving clients in Atlanta and surrounding areas.

Experienced Immigration & Naturalization attorney serving clients in Atlanta and surrounding areas.

Experienced Immigration & Naturalization attorney serving clients in Atlanta and surrounding areas.

Experienced Immigration & Naturalization attorney serving clients in Atlanta and surrounding areas.

Experienced Immigration & Naturalization attorney serving clients in Atlanta and surrounding areas.

Experienced Immigration & Naturalization attorney serving clients in Atlanta and surrounding areas.

Experienced Immigration & Naturalization attorney serving clients in Atlanta and surrounding areas.

Experienced Immigration & Naturalization attorney serving clients in Atlanta and surrounding areas.

Experienced Immigration & Naturalization attorney serving clients in Atlanta and surrounding areas.

Experienced Immigration & Naturalization attorney serving clients in Atlanta and surrounding areas.