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Gihan L. Thomas is a distinguished attorney at the Law Offices of Gihan L. Thomas in Los Angeles, California, specializing in employment law, immigration, and personal injury. A Certified Specialist in Immigration and Nationality Law by the State Bar of California's Board of Legal Specialization, she has dedicated over 17 years to the practice of U.S. immigration law. Attorney Thomas earned her Bachelor’s degree in English and American Literature from Alexandria University and received her Juris Doctor from the University of West Los Angeles in 1998. Throughout her career, Attorney Thomas has focused on both immigrant and nonimmigrant visa matters, successfully managing a diverse array of cases, including family petitions, fiancée visas, labor certifications, and employment-based petitions. She has adeptly represented thousands of clients before Immigration Courts, handling asylum cases, cancellation of removals, and waivers for grounds of inadmissibility. Her litigation skills are widely respected, particularly in asylum-related matters, and she has achieved significant results for her clients. Notably, Attorney Thomas has argued numerous cases before the Ninth and Eleventh Circuit Courts of Appeals, achieving a remarkable winning record. Her published opinions, including *Viridiana v. Holder* and *Chandra v. Holder*, have set important legal precedents in immigration law. Additionally, she has received several awards from the City of Los Angeles for her advocacy on behalf of immigrants and frequently shares her expertise through appearances on various media platforms.

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