
Shah Peerally
Immigration attorney · Newark, CA · Admitted California 2005
About this attorney
Shah Peerally is the founder, president, and managing attorney of Shah Peerally Law Group PC, headquartered in Newark, California. With nearly two decades of dedicated legal experience, Mr. Peerally concentrates his practice primarily on comprehensive immigration law as well as consumer debt settlement. Known across the San Francisco Bay Area for his tireless advocacy, he assists individuals, families, and businesses in navigating complex immigration matters ranging from employment-based visas to asylum and family petitions.
A native of Mauritius, Mr. Peerally earned his Juris Doctor from the New College of California School of Law in San Francisco after attending Royal College Curepipe. Prior to establishing his firm in 2005, he gained valuable experience working in litigation and business law with McNichols Randick O'Dea & Tooliatos LLP, and subsequently served as a supervising immigration attorney with the Law Offices of Virender Goswami. Over the course of his career, his legal insight has led to regular appearances as an expert legal analyst on international media networks, along with commendations from congressional leaders for his community workshops and pro bono initiatives.
Driven by his personal background as an immigrant, Mr. Peerally approaches every case with deep empathy, clear communication, and unwavering dedication to his clients' rights. He is committed to empowering immigrant communities through direct representation, accessible legal education, and socially conscious advocacy, ensuring that every client receives strategic, high-caliber legal counsel tailored to their unique circumstances.
Matters handled
Practices before USCIS, EOIR immigration courts, and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA):
Asylum and refugee protection
Green cards
Marriage and family petitions
Work visas
Citizenship and naturalization
Deportation defense
Student visas
Business immigration
Admissions
Licensing and court practice jurisdictions:
Authorized to appear and represent clients before all United States Immigration Courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), and USCIS administrative interviews nationwide under 8 C.F.R. § 1292.1.
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Consultations
Consultation formats, fee structures, and scheduling terms:
Initial assessments conducted via secure video conference (Zoom/Meet), telephone, or in-person at the firm office.
Consultation fee is credited directly toward total legal representation fees if you retain the attorney.
Office
Physical office location, remote availability, and jurisdictions served:
Because United States immigration law is strictly federal, this attorney represents clients living across all 50 states, U.S. territories, and abroad with electronic filings and secure video consultations.
Contact
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