Immigration lawyers in California Heather Poole to Jan Austerlitz

Firm: HEATHER L POOLE PC

35 N. Lake Avenue , Pasadena , California 91101

Practice Areas: Immigration

Heather L. Poole, Esq. is the Managing Attorney of HEATHER L. POOLE, PC, a U.S. immigration law firm focused on Family and Marriage-based immigration cases and deportation defense.. HEATHER IS A RECOGNIZED EXPERT.*. Her expertise in immigration law is widely recognized by other immigration lawyers, who she regularly trains on complex immigration topics for the American Immigration Lawyers Association (national & state conferences), Federal Bar Association, Los Angeles County & Orange County Bar Associations, Pasadena Bar Association, and national Continuing Legal Education companies.. She is a frequent speaker on complicated family immigration topics ranging from unlawful presence, misrepresentation and criminal bars to relief to options for conditional green card holders and those wishing to keep a family member in the U.S. She is an internationally published author on complex immigration topics and her articles published by the State Bar of California as well as in Los Angeles Lawyer Magazine, Orange County Lawyer Magazine, The Alaska Bar Rag, and AILA’s Immigration & Nationality Law Handbook and Forms & Fundamentals, among others.  She has been interviewed for stories covered by NBC Today Show, The Dr. Phil Show, and spoken to news and legal journalists on variety of immigration subjects, including being interviewed on consular denial issues for Los Angele's Talk Radio station, KNX 1070. She was the featured immigration lawyer at KFI AM 640 Law Days from 2006-2010, hosted by the #1 nationally syndicated law talk radio show (Handle on the Law) in the U.S.. Heather is recognized by other immigration lawyers as an Expert. She has been repeatedly named a “Super Lawyer” for Excellence in Immigration Law (superlawyers.com) – among the top 5% of immigration lawyers (As voted by other lawyers) in Southern California and she has been named in the “Top Women Attorneys in California” list published in Los Angeles Magazine. Heather also teaches Immigration Law at Fullerton College.. She served on the National Board of Directors for the American Immigration Lawyers Association for five years and served on AILA's USCIS Field Operations Committee for years.. She is also is the former Chapter Chair of the American Immigration Lawyers Association Southern California Chapter, responsible for legal training of the third largest group of immigration attorneys nationwide.. HEATHER IS A COMMUNITY LAWYER.. She regularly volunteers her time representing detained asylum seekers at the Adelanto Detention Center for Esperanza’s Immigrant Rights Project and representing Unaccompanied Children in removal proceedings for KIND in Los Angeles.. Heather’s expertise is recognized and sought by community organizations, schools, and the media. She is currently on Neighborhood Legal Services’ (NLS), Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA), and San Pedro Community Services Immigration Referral lists as a recommended private immigration attorney.. Her work with immigrants has been commended by the National Domestic Violence Hotline, Haven House – the country’s oldest domestic violence shelter, and Project Sister, a rape crisis center serving the Inland Empire. She is a long-term volunteer helping survivors obtain restraining orders in family court for the Los Angeles County Bar Association’s Barrister’s Project. She has received these recent awards for her community service:. —    2008 Los Angeles Superior Court’s Volunteer of the Year. —    2013 Public Service Award from the Los Angeles County Bar Association for over 900 hours of pro bono work with domestic violence survivors over the past decade as part of the Barrister’s Domestic Violence Project.. *****. STOP PUTTING YOUR LIFE ON HOLD. CALL TO SET UP YOUR APPOINTMENT WITH ATTORNEY HEATHER TODAY to discuss your case:.. * WARNING TO CONSUMERS: It is illegal and unethical for an immigration attorney to guarantee you an outcome in your case. An attorney can give you an estimate of what they think your chances are based on their experience and your evidence but run away from anyone who guarantees you an outcome! Immigration law is complicated! Remember, if something sounds too good to be true, it likely is. Get another opinion!. We believe that all legal services with an immigration attorney, however small, should be in writing and always get copies of your filings. This is your life and your future!

Firm: Law Office of Irma Pérez PC

595 E Colorado Blvd Ste 431 , Pasadena , California 91101

Practice Areas: Immigration

6114 La Salle Ave Ste 289 , Oakland , California 94611

Practice Areas: Immigration

Firm: Mira Law Group, Apc

2450 Washington Ave Ste 170 , San Leandro , California 94577

Practice Areas: Immigration

I am the Founder and Managing Attorney of the Mira Law Group. I grew up in El Salvador and moved to the United State as a teenager. I graduated with a degree in Criminal Justice from the California State University, East Bay, and graduated from law school at the University Of San Francisco School Of Law.I am a member of the State Bar of California and an avid volunteer to the San Francisco Bay Area community representing several pro bono clients through local organizations.. As an immigrant, I understand our clients' immigration needs and I can communicate clearly and compassionately when explaining the law and process.

Firm: Fortini Laing Immigration Law

414 2nd St , Hermosa Beach , California 90254

Practice Areas: Immigration

Trying to make sense of U.S. immigration law can be a confusing and scary process - and it's your life!. We're here to help make things clearer and to give you a hand when you need it most.

Firm: Frye Immigration Law

617 S Olive Street , Los Angeles , California 90014

Practice Areas: Asylum, Immigration, Criminal Defense

I have extensive immigration law experience. I have helped everyone from market research analysts and farm workers to engineers and entertainers start their lives in the United States. I have litigated cases with the Board of Immigration Appeals and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, and helped others fight for their lives and freedom before the Executive Office for Immigration Review aka Immigration Court. As a trial tested former public defender I understand what it means to be up against the system and I will advocate for you every step of the way.

Firm: Law Offices of Isela Castaneda

600 Allerton St Ste 202 , Redwood City , California 94063

Practice Areas: Immigration

Isela Castaneda received her law degree, JD, from the University of California, Berkeley School of Law (Boalt Hall) in 2002 and her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of California, Los Angeles (U.C.L.A.) in 1995.. After graduating from U.C. Berkeley School of Law (Boalt Hall), Ms. Castaneda clerked for the Honorable David Briones of the U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas for 2 years.. Ms. Castaneda's focus is immigration law.  She has experience in family based immigration, naturalization applications, hardship and criminal waivers, consular processing, asylum and representing victims of abuse. Ms. Castaneda has represented clients in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and the Board of Immigration Appeals. Ms. Castaneda is a volunteer attorney with the International Institute of the Bay Area.. Prior to her immigration practice, Ms. Castaneda worked for 6 years for major international law firms, including DLA Piper LLP and Holme Roberts & Owen LLP (aka Bryan Cave HRO), as a member of their Commercial Litigation and Media Law practice groups. Her practice with these firms focused on complex commercial litigation, media law and intellectual property. Her commercial litigation experience includes participating at various stages of litigation, including initial and responsive pleadings, discovery, law and motion practice, and negotiation and settlement, and appeared on behalf of clients in both federal and state courts. Her experience also includes matters before the Trademark Trial and Appeals Board, and WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center proceedings.

100 N Brand Blvd 2nd Fl , Glendale , California 91203

Practice Areas: Immigration

As a first-generation American of both Filipino and Japanese descent, Attorney Avelino has compassion for those who wish to come to the United States in search of a better life for themselves and for their children.  He became an attorney because he wanted to help those who needed the most help.. Majoring in both English and Political Science, Attorney Avelino earned his Bachelor's degree with honors from the University of California, Davis.  Attorney Avelino then earned his Juris Doctor degree with honors from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, California.. Attorney Avelino is an active member of the following professional organizations:. - American Immigration Lawyers Association- California Bar Association- Los Angeles County Bar Association, Immigration Section Member- Duly Admitted to practice as an Attorney before the California Supreme Court and the United States District Court

Firm: CHIRLA

2533 W 3rd St Ste 101 , Los Angeles , California 90057

Practice Areas: Immigration

Firm: Law Offices of Ioana Neacsu

400 Corporate Pointe , Culver City , California 90230

Practice Areas: Immigration

Firm: ImmiPartner

3505 El Camino Real , Palo Alto , California 94306

Practice Areas: Immigration

With over 10 years of experience working as a corporate immigration lawyer at the highest levels, most recently as a Senior Supervising Attorney managing over 100 early stage technology company's immigration programs, I co-founded ImmiPartner where I now dedicate my time to helping founders, professional workers, and high-growth technology companies build and strengthen their immigration programs internally through monthly recurring in-house general counsel services. I am often an invited speaker at national and local events on topics related to immigration strategies, policies, and trends.

Firm: Immigration Law Office

1534 Shaw Ave , Clovis , California 93611

Practice Areas: Immigration,

Firm: Immigration Attorney Phillip Kim

1145 Fulton Mall , Fresno , California 93721

Practice Areas: Immigration,

Firm: Law Office of Hussain Turk

2367 Teviot Street , Los Angeles , California 90039

Practice Areas: Civil Rights, Immigration

A creative, energetic and passionate young attorney with a dynamic and innovative commitment to client-centered advocacy through civil litigation and alternative dispute resolution.

Firm: Joseph Jung & Associates

8393 Capwell Drive , Oakland , California 94621

Practice Areas: Car Accident, Personal Injury, Slip and Fall, Immigration, Criminal Defense, Car Accidents

Firm: Yaghmai Law Firm, APC

15303 Ventura Blvd. Suite 900 , Sherman Oaks , California 91403

Practice Areas: Immigration

Houtan left his hometown of Toronto, Canada in 2005 to attend college in California at the University of California, Riverside, where he received a B.S. in Business Administration. Always told he was a good advocate and that he had an affinity for argumentation, Houtan began law school at Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego, California, in August of 2010. During his academic career at Thomas Jefferson, Houtan was granted a Jeffersonian Fellowship for his outstanding academic achievement, among other accolades. He has also served in numerous leadership capacities, including as Treasurer for the Student Bar Association and for the law school's Middle Eastern Law Students Association.. Deeply committed to entertainment and the protection of creativity, Houtan focused his legal studies on issues related to intellectual property and entertainment law. He has served as a staff law clerk at Thomas Jefferson's Arts and Entertainment Law Project at the Small Business Law Center, where he has acted as a legal advisor on intellectual property and business-related issues to low-income artists, actors, dancers, writers, musicians, filmmakers, and related non-profit organizations.. After becoming licensed, Houtan began practicing law in the fields of immigration and entertainment and later founded the Yaghmai Law Firm, APC in August 2015. The firm's practice centers around extraordinary ability immigrant visas for athletes, entertainers, actors, actresses, musicians, artists, executives, and other individuals with extraordinary ability who are at the very top of their field.

Firm: EZZATI LAW, P.C.

7700 Irvine Center Dr., Ste. 800 , Irvine , California 92618

Practice Areas: Immigration, Personal Injury, Insurance

Result Driven with a commitment to putting clients first. Fluent in Farsi.

Firm: Law Office of Henry M. Soledad

555 West 5th Street , Los Angeles , California 90013

Practice Areas: Immigration

As an immigration attorney serving Los Angeles County and beyond, I, Henry Soledad, am committed to delivering exceptional legal representation tailored to the unique needs of individuals and families. Immigration law is complex, often fraught with emotional and high-stakes challenges, and it requires both technical skill and a deep empathy for the personal journeys of my clients.. I understand that immigration cases are about more than just legal processes—they're about securing your family’s future, safeguarding your financial stability, and ensuring your children's well-being. Each case I handle is approached with the utmost diligence and dedication, knowing that the outcome can be life-altering for you and your loved ones.. By blending legal expertise with a compassionate, client-centered approach, I aim to make the immigration process as smooth and stress-free as possible. From the first consultation to the resolution of your case, I will be by your side, providing clear communication and unwavering support every step of the way.. Choosing the right attorney is crucial to achieving a favorable outcome. When you choose my services, you’re not just hiring a lawyer—you’re gaining a dedicated advocate who will fight tirelessly to achieve the best possible result for you and your family.. As a token of appreciation for those who serve our communities, we proudly offer discounts to veterans, teachers, and first responders.. Contact me today to begin your journey toward a secure and successful future.

Firm: Law Offices of Henry A. Posada

8280 Florence Ave #220 , Downey , California 90240

Practice Areas: Immigration

2000 Hearst Ave. , Berkeley , California 94709

Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Contracts, Employment & Labor , Immigration

I have practiced immigration law for my entire professional career, first with a refugee organization and then in private practice.  I continue to collaborate with and mentor to various non-profit organizations, criminal attorneys, etc., in order to provide people with the most comprehensive representation available.