Los Angeles Immigration Attorneys & Lawyers
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Joshua Kushner
Roberto (Bobby) Escobar
Usman Shaikh
Aryan Amid
Robert M. Brown II
Ursula Trimming
Ayda Aghnami Akalin
Angie Rupert
Stuart Webster
Deborah De Niro
Los Angeles Immigration Lawyers
Why Hire an Immigration Lawyer?
Immigrating to the United States legally is a complex process. Even figuring out which form to fill out and file and how to fill it out correctly can become confusing. There are several ways to immigrate, including based on employment or based on family members who already live in the United States. Even a small mistake on the forms could lead to delays or even a rejection of your application. Regulatory government agencies screen and monitor immigration requests carefully.
Working with an immigration lawyer in Los Angeles, California, is the best option when trying to immigrate to the United States. An experienced lawyer can help answer questions and assist with a variety of concerns, such as:
- Whether you are eligible for permanent residency or another immigration status
- You have a job offer from a U.S.-based employer that is not assisting with the immigration process or sponsoring you on a work visa
- Which form(s) to file
- Your application has been denied or delayed
- You are struggling to obtain permanent residency, a visa, or authorization to work in the United States
- You have been deported from the United States and cannot return
- You have immediate family members in the United States but cannot legally enter to live with them
- You are a business owner seeking to conduct business in the United States
The top immigration lawyers in Los Angeles will have a strong understanding of the process of immigration and the various options available to residents of other countries who wish to move to the United States. Hiring an immigration attorney might seem like it's outside of your budget constraints, but it may actually save you money. Filing immigration forms often requires a fee, and paying multiple fees due to filling out the wrong forms or filling them out incorrectly will add up fast.
Immigration attorneys do more than just fill out forms; they help their clients understand complicated laws and find the best options for immigrating to the United States.
How to Find the Best Immigration Lawyer
Hiring the best immigration attorney can make a big difference when trying to immigrate to the United States, whether as a permanent resident (green card holder) or on a temporary basis, such as for a short-term job. Avoid working with lawyers who approach people at the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) offices, as these lawyers are likely attempting to solicit high volumes of business. Immigration attorneys should devote appropriate time to your case, not have hundreds of other clients looking for the same assistance. This practice is also considered unethical by the legal bar in the United States.
You should also make sure that your immigration attorney is a licensed lawyer in California. Some people claim that they can assist with filling out immigration forms and handling your case, but they are not actually lawyers. Instead, these "visa consultants" or "petition preparers" have no formal legal training. They could take your money and disappear or counsel you incorrectly when filling out your immigration forms.
Before you pay any legal fees to an immigration attorney, research him or her online. You can find out whether the lawyer is a member of the California Bar Association, which is a requirement to practice law in the United States. Some websites allow former clients to leave reviews. Finding out that a lawyer has been disbarred or convicted of a crime before scheduling a meeting can save you time and money.
A top attorney should be confident in his or her abilities to help you present the strongest immigration case, but should never make unrealistic promises or guarantees. The final decision when allowing immigrants into the United States is in the hands of USCIS officials, the Department of Homeland Security, and/or an immigration judge.
Talk about the cost of hiring the immigration lawyer up front so you aren't surprised after you've spent a few hours working with the lawyer. You can look at immigration as an investment into your future, but you should also know how much to budget for the process and not be caught off guard with high fees.
Questions for an Immigration Lawyer
- Do you think I have a good chance to be approved to immigrate to the United States?
- What is your experience with immigration cases similar to mine?
- Will you be the attorney representing me, or someone else in the office?
- How often can I expect to hear from you or someone in your office in regards to the status of my case?
- Can you provide an estimated quote for the immigration process?
- Do you offer a flat-rate fee for immigration?
- Why are you a better choice than other immigration attorneys in Los Angeles?
Going through the process of immigration is tough, but working with the right immigration lawyer in Los Angeles can make it a lot easier.
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Our Los Angeles immigration attorneys & lawyers can help you or your company secure a work visa for business-related matters, such as advising you on obtaining a short-term visa for business trip or a work visa that will allow an employee or executive work within the United States or abroad for an extended period of time.
Some of the types of visas that the Los Angeles immigration attorneys on UpCounsel have helped clients obtain include: H-1B visas, which is for temporary employment in specialty occupations, O-1 visas, where an individual possesses extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics, L-1, which is for employees of an international company with offices in both the United States and abroad, E-2 visa, which is for investors, along with several other popular work visas.
Whether you or your company requires advice on obtaining a work visa for an executive, employee, or foreign national in regards to U.S. immigration or matters abroad such as: visitor visas, employee work visas, legal permanent residence (green cards), investor visas, and citizenship - our immigration attorneys can help you throughout the entire process.
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This is the most recent 20 reviews out of 303 reviews for Immigration attorneys in California
Review Green Card
"The attorney Wayne was very professional and helped us with our case. If you need someone to help you with your questions regarding Green Card application and forms based on marriage, we strongly recommend consulting with Wayne."
Ganna S
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Culver City,
CA,
23 days ago
Immigration Consults
"Second time consultation with Wayne. Good as usual!"
Lily Z
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Santa Clara,
CA,
24 days ago
Assist with Other Immigration Matter
"Wayne listened attentively and provided clear, direct answers and guidance. Unlike many lawyers who give vague responses to secure more appointments, Wayne was straightforward and thorough. Highly recommended!"
Mubeen I
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Irvine,
CA,
8 months ago
File H-1B Visa
"Great working with Wayne, very knowledgeable and helpful for preparing and filing the h1b petition. Recommend working with Wayne."
Monal P
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San Diego,
CA,
9 months ago
Assist with Other Immigration Matter
"Very helpful and friendly!"
Midhun M
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Berkeley,
CA,
10 months ago
Assist with Other Immigration Matter
"very nice and knowledgable"
Ehsan H
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Palo Alto,
CA,
10 months ago
Assist with Other Immigration Matter
"Very professional and responsive."
Yan D
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Walnut,
CA,
about 1 year ago
Other Immigration Matter
"Wayne is very prompt in communications and helped me navigate my immigration issues post termination. I highly recommend Wayne!"
Yan G
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San Francisco,
CA,
over 1 year ago
Assist with Other Immigration Matter
"Wayne was great he patiently guided me through my immigration questions and provided knowledge that helped my situation."
Yan G
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San Francisco,
CA,
over 1 year ago
Other Immigration Matter Services
"Really helpful, super knowledgeable and was able to meet on very short notice."
Naveed J
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San Jose,
CA,
over 1 year ago
Assist with Other Immigration Matter
"Helpful and prompt"
Harrison B
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Belvedere Tiburon,
CA,
over 1 year ago
Review Green Card
"Very helpful with immigration legal questions."
Lily Z
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Santa Clara,
CA,
over 1 year ago
Assist with Other Immigration Matter
"Bob is a highly professional attorney. He is very thorough and quick in his work. I'd seek his help in the future also at times if I need any."
Nav T
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Tracy,
CA,
over 1 year ago
Review H-1B Visa
"Irina provided incorrect information about a fundamental aspect of the Green Card application, showing insufficient understanding/experience in this area."
Xun Y
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Fremont,
CA,
over 1 year ago
Assist with Other Immigration Matter
"Wayne is knowledgable and very pleasant to work with. He took the time to understand my request and provided clear solutions."
Dillan F
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Monroe,
LA,
over 1 year ago
Immigration Consultation
"Great attorney and very responsive."
Brian P
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Stevenson Ranch,
CA,
almost 2 years ago
Immigration Consults
"Irina was hugely helpful in helping our nonprofit organization understand the issues around sponsoring an employee's work Visa. Her work and our conversations helped our organization make an informed decision."
Michele W
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Sacramento,
CA,
about 2 years ago
Immigration Consultation
"Answered all my questions in a very friendly and kind manner. Definitely a professional in his field. I would recommend him to anyone with immigration questions."
David C
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Cerritos,
CA,
about 2 years ago
File H-1B Visa
"I cannot yet, since this was just a consult so far."
Michele W
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Sacramento,
CA,
about 2 years ago
File Green Card
"Mr Wayne guided me through the process and explain to me all what i need, He was very patient. Highly recommanded."
Rachid H
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San Francisco,
CA,
about 2 years ago