Sami Adhikari - Senior Associate
Bar Admission
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State Bar of Texas
Practice Limited to Federal Immigration & Nationality Law
Education
University of Houston Law Center
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Juris Doctor
University of Oklahoma
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Bachelor of Arts
Professional Associations and Memberships:
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American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
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AILA Texas Chapter
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American Bar Association
About Sami
Sami is an experienced immigration attorney specializing in providing comprehensive guidance on all aspects of U.S. immigration and nationality law. She has worked with a diverse range of multinational corporate clients, from innovative startups to Fortune 100 companies, across industries such as technology, oil and gas, finance, sports, and education.
Sami is highly skilled in navigating complex immigration matters, offering strategic advice on compliance and managing corporate immigration programs. Her expertise also includes global mobility, where she advises foreign and multinational companies on immigration strategies to enable seamless workforce transitions. She assists employers and individuals with the I-140 and Adjustment of Status processes, as well as temporary work visa petitions, including H-1B, TN, L-1, E-2, F-1 EADs, and J-1.
In addition, Sami manages all phases of the EB-1, O-1, and EB-2 NIW visa processes, including case strategies, filing petitions, and responding to Requests for Evidence (RFEs). Beyond her corporate work, Sami is deeply committed to representing individuals, delivering tailored solutions to meet their unique immigration needs.
As an immigrant herself, Sami brings a personal understanding of the immigration journey to her practice. She combines her legal expertise with genuine care and empathy, ensuring her clients feel supported every step of the way.