About

Attorney Sarah Xiao Qian Mu is a highly respected immigration attorney based in San Jose, California, with over a decade of experience representing individuals, families, and businesses in a wide range of immigration matters. Known for her meticulous preparation, deep compassion, and unwavering advocacy, Sarah has built her practice on the principles of excellence, honesty, passion, and respect.

Sarah started her law career in New York where she practiced Commercial, Civil Litigation and Immigration Law. After expanding her practice to California, Sarah integrated the litigation acumen with immigration insight. This unique style allows her to offer a comprehensive and results-driven approach, winning many cases for her clients out of very difficult situations. These experiences defined Sarah’s advocacy style to be meticulous, strategic and effective. Sarah’s commitment to her clients has earned her recognition as one of the Top 10 Immigration Attorneys in California in 2018 and 2019. Her clients and peers alike commend her for her diligence, communication, and ability to turn legal challenges into pathways for success.

Sarah has fearlessly represented clients before USCIS, Immigration Court, Customs and Border Protection (CBP), ICE, the Department of Labor, and in appellate proceedings. She is well-versed in all areas of immigration law and has successfully handled cases involving Employment-Based Visas and Green Cards (L, O, H, E, EB-1, EB-2, EB-3, EB-5), Family Petitions, Marriage-Based and Fiancé Visas, Asylum, Cancellation of Removal, Humanitarian Parole, Waivers, and Appeals.

After Sarah expanded her practice to California, in addition to immigration matters, Sarah also helps clients with their civil and commercial disputes, fiercely advocating for their rights and best interests. Sarah’s long-range career gives clients the advantage of a broader legal perspective and a nuanced understanding of both federal and state-level complexities.

Sarah handles every case with the understanding that behind every legal matter lies a human story — one of hope, hardship, and aspiration. From the moment she takes on a case, no detail is too trivial and no information too insignificant. Her success stems from a powerful combination of thorough legal analysis and genuine empathy for the challenges her clients face. To Sarah, connection and compassion are not just values — they are strategic tools that drive creative and compelling legal arguments in pursuit of justice and opportunity for her clients.

Sarah’s office, conveniently located in downtown San Jose, offers easy access and free parking. Welcoming clients from all over the world and from all walks of life, the Law Offices of Sarah Xiao Qian Mu stand as a trusted partner for those pursuing their American dream.

For Sarah, the greatest reward remains the same — watching a client’s life change after a win! Let Sarah’s precision, compassion, and relentless advocacy be your greatest asset in achieving the future you envision.