Loading attorney directory…
Sarah Sherman-Stokes
Boston University School of Law • Boston, MA
ImmigrationPersonal Injury
Is this your profile?
Claim it for free to update your information and connect with clients.
Contact
Email
sstokes@bu.edu
Phone
(617) 648-7930
Address
Immigrants' Rights Clinic, Boston, MA, 02215, US
Professional
About
Sarah Sherman-Stokes is a dedicated immigration attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, with a profound commitment to advocating for vulnerable populations. Currently serving as a Clinical Teaching Fellow at Boston University School of Law, she plays a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of legal professionals while continuing her passionate work in immigration law. Sarah earned her Juris Doctor from Boston College Law School in 2011, following her Bachelor of Arts from Bates College in 2005. Since 2013, she has been instrumental in providing hands-on legal education and support to law students, empowering them to serve clients with compassion and expertise. Her prior experience as a Detention Attorney and Equal Justice Works Fellow at the Political Asylum/Immigration Representation Project from 2011 to 2013 honed her skills in navigating complex immigration matters, particularly for those facing detention and seeking asylum. With a focus on client-centered advocacy, Sarah understands the unique challenges that individuals and families encounter in the immigration process. She is deeply committed to ensuring that each client receives personalized attention and strategic guidance tailored to their specific circumstances. Her empathetic approach, coupled with her extensive knowledge of immigration law, positions her as a formidable ally for those seeking relief and justice. Clients who work with Sarah can expect a fierce and knowledgeable advocate who prioritizes their needs and strives to achieve the best possible outcomes. Whether navigating the intricacies of asylum applications or addressing family reunification matters, Sarah’s unwavering dedication to her clients makes her an invaluable resource in the field of immigration law.
About Immigration Law
Immigration attorneys help individuals and families navigate the complex immigration system. They assist with visas, green cards, citizenship, and deportation defense. Common matters include visa applications, green cards, citizenship, deportation defense.
Credentials
Education
2011 Boston College Law School JD - Juris Doctor 2005 Bates College Bachelor of Arts (BA),
Languages
Spanish
Recognition & Involvement
Publications
2016 Hastings Law Journal Sufficiently Safeguarded? : Competency Evaluations of Mentally Ill Respondents in Removal Proceedings 67 Hastings L.J. __ (Forthcoming 2016) 2015 BU Today Refusing Syrian Refugee Admissions: A Reality Check
Associations
2011 - Present American Immigration Lawyers Association 2011 - Present National Lawyers Guild, National Immigration Project
Speaking
2015 Massachusetts Bar Association Refugee Adjustment and 209(c) Waivers 2015 Emerging Immigration Law Scholars Conference Sufficiently Safeguarded? : The Treatment of Mentally Ill Respondents in Removal Proceedings 2015 Boston Bar Association Mentally Ill But Deportable? Representing Clients with Mental Health Issues 2015 AALS Conference on Clinical Legal Education “I got the shotgun, you got the briefcase": Using popular media and pedagogy to engage students in justice learning, substantive law and lawyering skills
Other Immigration Attorneys in Boston, MA
More Attorneys at Boston University School of Law
Updated: Oct 05, 2026