Press & Media
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Often sought after for interviews and her expert opinion on a range of topics, we frequently receive requests for write-ups on Sheela Murthy. Because her talents, interests, devotion, and involvement are diverse, describing her accurately is no small task. The following have been prepared for your use. Should you require further details, or other materials…

Personal Profile
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Sheela Murthy spent her formative years moving all over India with her family, since her father was in the Armed Forces. This gave her an appreciation and understanding of the subtle differences of the varied cultures within India. She learned to adapt quickly and make friends easily. The discipline so inherent in the military prevailed…

Boards & Councils
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Generous with her time and her talents, Sheela Murthy has given much to organizations that serve communities locally, nationally, and globally. She has a seat on numerous boards and councils, which are critical to the operation of these organizations. As a part of these active, governing bodies she shares in the responsibility for overseeing activities…

Accolades & Honors
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Over the course of her career, Murthy has received numerous awards, recognitions, and honors. Whether for her leadership in the field of U.S. immigration law, her business acumen, community leadership, or her dedication to changing the circumstances of those who are less fortunate, Murthy’s accolades are many. Attorney Honors 2022 Icon Honors, The Daily Record,…

“Your success and happiness lies in you. Resolve to keep happy, and your joy and you shall form an invincible host against difficulties.”

Helen Keller
Who is Sheela Murthy

“After finding the courage to leave everything and everyone I knew, I am propelled as an immigrant to make the most of the opportunities before me.”

Who is Sheela Murthy?

Sheela Murthy is a lawyer, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and speaker, perhaps best known as founder and president of the Owings Mills, Maryland based Murthy Law Firm, which has been ranked as one of the world’s leading U.S. immigration law firms.

A native of India, Murthy and her husband, photographer and media specialist Vasant Nayak, established the MurthyNAYAK Foundation to channel their philanthropic contributions to nonprofits that serve the needs of women, children, and immigrants, particularly in education and health care.

Sheela Murthy is featured in ZeeTV’s Those Who Made It.

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