Shahzad Nasim Ghafoor
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Shahzad Nasim Ghafoor is a founding partner at Ghafoor Cook Ellis, LLC, based in Independence, MO. With two decades of legal experience, Shahzad specializes in immigration law, personal injury, and tax law, providing comprehensive legal services to individuals and businesses alike. Licensed to practice in both Kansas and Missouri, he brings a wealth of knowledge to his diverse clientele. Shahzad's immigration practice encompasses family immigration, removal proceedings, and investment-based immigration, including business visas such as H-1B and L-1 blanket visas. His expertise extends to U.S. tax law, where he assists clients with business and individual tax filings, wage garnishments, and accounting services, ensuring compliance and clarity in complex tax matters. Drawing from his own immigration journey to the United States, Shahzad possesses a unique sensitivity to his clients' challenges, allowing him to guide them with empathy and insight throughout their legal processes. His commitment to advocacy is further demonstrated through his involvement in various non-profit and charitable organizations focused on international human rights, particularly in the areas of violence against women and childhood education in developing countries. He also chairs a foundation dedicated to supporting these causes in the U.S. and abroad. Shahzad earned his J.D. and M.B.A. from the University of Missouri – Columbia, equipping him with a solid foundation to address the multifaceted legal needs of his clients. With a passion for justice and a deep understanding of the law, Shahzad Nasim Ghafoor continues to make a significant impact in his community and beyond.
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.