About Us

The attorneys of the Sherman Immigration Lawyers, P.C. created MDgreencard.com for the purpose of assisting physicians and scientists with the complexities of U.S. immigration and employment laws as they pertain to science professionals. We provide a full-range of immigration and employment services to individual physicians and scientists, medical/scientific research organizations, and companies.

Our success has been critically linked to that of our clients and we have been privileged to serve and learn from a broad spectrum of highly talented physicians and scientists. We have grown with our clients and have earned an excellent reputation for providing outstanding professional service at reasonable cost.

Our Legal Staff

The broad spectrum of our clients' immigration and employment needs is served by two fully-licensed immigration attorneys as well as a highly skilled and knowledgeable support staff.

Michael I. Sherman, Esq.

Since 1994, Mr. Sherman has focused his law practice on U.S. immigration law and practice. He assists corporate and individual clients throughout the United States and around the world with U.S. visa and immigration procedures. Mr. Sherman is rated AV Preeminent® by Martindale-Hubbell, the most well-respected independent lawyer rating service in the United States. This highest peer rating is given to attorneys who are ranked at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal expertise, communication skills, and ethical standards by their peers.

Mr. Sherman holds a Bachelor's Degree with High Distinction in Near Eastern Studies from the University of Michigan (1988) and a Juris Doctor Degree from the Wayne State University School of Law (1992). He was admitted to the State Bar of Michigan in 1992 and to the District of Columbia Bar in 2002. Mr. Sherman has been a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) since 1994.

Prior to commencing the practice of law, Mr. Sherman served as the chief judicial clerk to the Honorable Steven N. Andrews of the Sixth Judicial Circuit Court in Michigan (1989-1991), and as a law clerk for the Office of Legal Affairs at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan (1989).

Mr. Sherman has been invited to make presentations on immigration law topics to many organizations, including the Human Resources Association of Greater Detroit, the Healthcare Recruiters Association of Metropolitan Detroit, the Southeast Michigan Center for Medical Education, and the Michigan Association for Medical Education. In addition, he was recognized as a “Friend of the Probate Court” by the Oakland County Probate Court staff in 2004. Mr. Sherman's work was featured in an article in the Detroit Free Press on November 9, 2001. In addition, he served as a member and staff officer of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary from 2005 to 2007.

Mr. Sherman can be reached via telephone on 248-851-7575 or via email at msgreencards@gmail.com.

Theodore S. Sherman

A native of Royal Oak, Michigan, Mr. Ted Sherman represents physicians and scientists from throughout the world in immigration matters. Moreover, his clients include leading medical institutions and hospitals. He is a graduate of the University of Michigan College of Engineering (B.S.E.E. 1990) and the University of Michigan Law School (JD 1993). Mr. Sherman is fully licensed to practice immigration law in the United States as well as being a fully licensed patent lawyer, being authorized to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office in Washington D.C.


Our Philosophy

Built on an unparalleled tradition of teamwork, our highly skilled staff members work together -- for you, and with you. We work in partnership because that's the most cost-effective, time-efficient way to accomplish your legal objectives. And that's what this team is all about. As a team, we can offer you the guidance you seek in matters involving a myriad of immigration and employment issues. We'll keep you informed and involved as our work proceeds. And we never forget - our clients are our most important resource.


Principles of Client Service

Our firm has been shaped by our clients' complex and changing legal needs. The following client service principles are the foundation of our firm's culture and success:

Listen carefully to the client's concerns;

Be proactive in learning about the clients and anticipating their challenges;

Provide understandable and practical advice;

Offer alternatives that solve the client's legal issues;

And most importantly, be responsive and cost-effective in our service delivery.


Concern for Costs

Our principal goal is to produce the best possible result at the lowest costs for our clients. We welcome a frank discussion of anticipated fees and expenses at the start of the project or anytime as needed along the way. While managing larger projects, we consistently keep our clients informed of the project's status and cost as it progresses. If appropriate, the project's direction or focus can be changed if unexpected issues are encountered.

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