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Nazanin Ghazi, experienced Family Law, Immigration attorney in Sherman Oaks, CA with 276 reviews
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11 Feb, 2025 by Stan bulygin
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Sadhana G. Bhetuwal, experienced Immigration attorney in Sherman Oaks, CA with 205 reviews
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18 Jan, 2025 by Christine robles
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17 Dec, 2024 by Michelle haro
Abraham & Anahi from ACE Law Firm are incredible. They really helped me out so much with my case. Anahi kept checking in on me and making sure everything was ok while my case was going on. They both went above and beyond and are the most kindest persons I’ve met and really think of you. Thank you Abraham & Anahi!!
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25 Nov, 2024 by Jb jasun
They were super helpful helping me with my case and helped me throughout the process! Would definitely recommend them to others!
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Houtan Yaghmai, experienced Immigration, Personal Injury attorney in Sherman Oaks, CA with 255 reviews
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02 Dec, 2024 by Hidayat mohammed
“Excellent service from start to finish! The team was professional, knowledgeable, and always responsive to my questions. They handled my case with great care and attention to detail, ensuring the best possible outcome. I felt supported every step of the way. Highly recommend this law firm!”
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28 Nov, 2024 by Carolina reyes
After a car accident you’re so shaken up that the last thing you want to do is deal with phone calls to explain the same thing over and over. Michaels firm helped me understand the steps moving forward and took care of everything while I was able to focus on my pain management. Strongly recommend this law firm.
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14 Nov, 2024 by Sophia roberts
I had a great experience with Vanessa at Legal One following a car accident I experienced earlier in the year; she was professional, informative, and kind every step of the way. I felt well taken care of and would definitely recommend!
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Shawn Sedaghat, experienced Immigration attorney in Sherman Oaks, CA with 21 reviews
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13 Jan, 2025 by Koroush
I had a zoom call with Mr. Sedaghat at first and the rest was just perfect! With that said let me thank the team for the great job they have done so far with great results... I have filed a petition (MYSELF) to bring my fiance here but received a letter from immigration to provide some documents!So,,, I talked to Mr Sedaghat about it and agreed for them to take over as the letter was very confusing! Tell you the truth, I had reservation to give my case to an Iranian firm as I never had a good experience in past 40 years in this country with them!!! BUT, I have been wrong!!! The staff are extremely professional and helpful... I would like to thank them for all the hard work they have done for my fiancé's K1 visa! I have been working with Isan from the beginning, I can say for certain that Isan has been extremely professional, instrumental to get everything together on time and her responsiveness is second to none! It is refreshing to see how much she cares for others and her work... As I mentioned I have been in this country for over 40 years and have never experienced working with any Iranian owned organization without having major issues! Mostly being responsive and on time! Again, thank you Mr. Sedaghat and a BIG thank to Isan for the awesome job you guys have done for us! My Fiance also is sending her thanks and appreciations to you! THIS LAW FIRM IS DEFINITELY RECOMMENDED!
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25 Jan, 2024 by Amanda
Excelente abogado muy profesional aclaró todas mis dudas gracias por todo el apoyo cien por ciento recomendado
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12 Dec, 2023 by Erkan
I express my deepest gratitude to my attorney Mr.Shawn and his team. From the outset till today, their professionalism has made them feel like an integral part of my family. Thank you again for everything.
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David Michael Kramer, experienced Immigration attorney in Sherman Oaks, CA with 20 reviews
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01 Oct, 2023 by Yuri
David did an amazing job with my case. His guidance is invaluable. Thanks to David, I got my Green Card. I can confidently say that if you choose David to handle your immigration case, you will have the strongest support.
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26 Jul, 2021 by Anonymous
David was very responsive, intelligent, kind, prompt to answered my concerns during my recent immigration process. He reviewed things carefully; he made my process very straightforward. I highly recommend David's services. I think he is the best lawyer you can hire. He is also a lovely person, so it's enjoyable to work with him.
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07 Aug, 2020 by Ulara
I reached out to Attorney Kramer in regards to seeking legal support for an Adjustment of Status case. He was very prompt in replying to me and making himself available for an introductory call. Attorney Kramer was very personable, easy to talk to and clearly very experienced and up to date on immigration law. All subsequent email communications were answered promptly and with clear information that made sense (not in complicated legalese or hastily written and therefore difficult to decipher for a "regular" person such as myself.) The only reason I was not able to move forward with working with him is it turned out he is not local to where I would eventually require an interview with the USCIS and I decided I wanted an attorney present for this part of the process. Thank you Attorney Kramer for all of your valuable time and useful information regarding the case and current immigration news.
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Alice M. Yardum-Hunter, experienced Immigration attorney in Sherman Oaks, CA with 16 reviews
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05 May, 2021 by Meri
Ms. Alice Yardum-Hunter saved my family’s life! I searched her name based on her great reviews and sure it was the best decision I made to go with her for our immigration case. She was very forthright, knowledgeable, detailed oriented, organized, on time and precise. I had a complicated case and faced very sensitive admissibility. I am convinced no one else would have been able to win my immigration case. I believe I couldn’t have an approval on my case without her. I have full trust and confidence in her expertise and more than that, the fact that she cares and works one-on-one with you, makes a huge difference! She was a miracle for our family! Thanks a million Ms. Alice. You saved my life and because of you, we can continue to live here.
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20 Apr, 2021 by Christopher
I am thankful that I found Alice Yardum-Hunter. My circumstance needed an immigration lawyer. I recommend Alice Yardum-Hunter to anyone in need of an immigration lawyer. Having had some poor advise prior to calling Alice, I could tell that she was the right person when we first spoke on the phone. She is extremely hardworking,her hours don't end at 5 p.m. She was very patient with me and encouraging throughout the legal application process. Her attention to detail and knowledge exceeded all of my expectations, I now have a appointment for Biometrics in May 2021. I would definitely recommend calling Alice Yardum-Hunter if you need legal advise and help filing the forms. Thank you Alice!
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15 Feb, 2019 by Msane
I couldn’t possibly be more grateful to her. I just got my permanent GC in the mail. Unbelievable!! I can’t believe this! Without the second interview, right away! When she said it was possible I didn’t believe it, but she delivered. It’s the best New Years gift I could ask for. THANK YOU ALICE!
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Paul Young Choi, experienced Estate Planning, Immigration attorney in Sherman Oaks, CA with 446 reviews
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20 Dec, 2024 by Josias martinez
Back in February 2024 I caught a gun charge. With my luck, Barry was able to expunge my criminal offense and maintain my record with no charges. My gun charge was expunged November 2024 thanks to Barry.
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16 Dec, 2024 by Jose malvido
Mr. Mora and his team are the ultimate professionals ! Helped me with my case and got great results! Highly recommend them to anyone looking for WC attorney! The best in the business!!!
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16 Dec, 2024 by Vc chappell
I had a great experience with Matt. He helped me alot with my case. Working with him was awesome and I really felt like I had someone on my side. Thanks Matt!
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George Gevork Mgdesyan, experienced Civil Rights, Criminal Defense attorney in Sherman Oaks, CA with 2 reviews
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29 Apr, 2015 by Harout
I would recommend George to anyone in need of his services. He helped me out on my DUI case in 2013. My dui charge was dropped. I did not have to go through the hassle of attending dui classes, AA meeting, lengthy hours of community service, SR-22 inaurance. I went to court once on the day of my trail and my dui was dismissed. Did not even have to pay any court fees. Thanks George!
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07 Feb, 2011 by Anonymous
George helped me with a felony charge. It only took 2 visits to court and we had a great result! They treat you very well, the office is amazing, very high class, definitely up there with the best in LA.
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Nicole Ravinsky Cohen, experienced Immigration attorney in Sherman Oaks, CA with 1 reviews
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03 Oct, 2017 by Doron
I highly recommend Nicole to anyone who needs a lawyer. She is trustworthy, experienced and has an in-depth knowledge of immigration law that is incomparable to anyone I have ever worked with. . It was not our first experience with an immigration lawyer. My fiance and I were looking for a way to be together as we lived continents apart. We found Nicole and never looked back, she swiftly pointed us in the right direction and within a year, through her dedication and commitment got the best possible outcome for us, which is us now living in the same country. The process seemed easy and effortless and she walked with us every step of the way.
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Andrew L Reback, experienced Estate Planning, Immigration attorney in Sherman Oaks, CA with 13 reviews
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08 Sep, 2024 by Amos young
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27 Feb, 2024 by Hyun min lee
I deeply appreciate every member of your team for showing relentless effort for my US citizenship case. I knew that it was going to be an uphill battle, but I could not have chosen a better, positive, empathetic attorney. I have no doubt that your long experience with immigration cases led to this result. I would surely recommend your name (Sanford and Andrew) to our friends seeking legal advice related to immigration. Thank you again for everything, you are the best Mr. Reback!
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20 Feb, 2023 by David an
Best lawyer, for long, long, long time and still the best.
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Jemela Agraviador-Nettles, experienced Immigration attorney in Sherman Oaks, CA with 34 reviews
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16 Sep, 2024 by Dawn garcia
I can’t say enough good things about Okhovat Law Firm and the incredible job they did on my personal injury case. From the very beginning, they were professional, compassionate, and truly dedicated to getting the best possible outcome for me. They took the time to explain every step of the process, answered all my questions, and kept me updated throughout. Their expertise and attention to detail were evident in every aspect of my case, and they fought tirelessly to ensure I received the compensation I deserved. I felt supported and confident knowing I had such a skilled team on my side. If you’re looking for a law firm that genuinely cares and delivers exceptional results, I highly recommend Okhovat Law Firm!
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17 Jul, 2024 by Alejandro lopez
What a great team to work with! They were all very knowledgeable and helpful throughout the process. Kudos to Steven for getting the job done!
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Olivia Narges Soofi, experienced Immigration attorney in Sherman Oaks, CA with 4 reviews
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28 Oct, 2024 by Mahshid
Throughout my time working with Olivia Narges Soofi, I experienced a lack of responsiveness and unavailability. She failed to properly handle or submit important documents for my case, leading to delays. I felt unprepared for my interview as a key document was missing from the file. These issues significantly delayed my immigration process and caused me additional stress.
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10 Oct, 2022 by Ali
I highly recommend Olivia for immigration matters,specially naturalization process. Without her help ,I wasn’t able to do it. So professional and helpful.
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30 Apr, 2022 by Christopher
I was having trouble on renewing my DACA and was running out of time. I came here and and in no time they worked hard on approving my application. I’m so happy I found them, they are very professional and provide fast service.
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Shawn Shahin Sedaghat, experienced Immigration attorney in Sherman Oaks, CA with 0 reviews
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Michelle Mehrnaz Taheripour, experienced Immigration attorney in Sherman Oaks, CA with 0 reviews
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What an Immigration Lawyer Can Do for You

An immigration lawyer specializes in helping individuals, families, and businesses navigate the complex immigration process. These lawyers provide legal guidance on various immigration matters, such as obtaining visas, gaining permanent residency (green cards), applying for citizenship, and defending clients in deportation or removal proceedings. Immigration lawyers also assist with employment-based immigration, asylum applications, and resolving issues related to visas or immigration status.

Whether you're trying to immigrate to the U.S., facing deportation, or sponsoring an employee or family member for a visa, an immigration lawyer can help you understand your legal options and navigate the often complicated legal system.

When Should I Hire an Immigration Lawyer?

Hiring an immigration lawyer is beneficial in many situations where you are dealing with U.S. immigration laws, whether for personal or business reasons. Common reasons to hire an immigration lawyer include:

  • Visa applications: If you need assistance applying for a visa, whether it's a work visa (H-1B), student visa (F-1), or tourist visa (B-1/B-2), a lawyer can help ensure the application is properly completed and submitted.
  • Green card applications: If you're seeking permanent residency, an immigration lawyer can guide you through the process, whether through family sponsorship, employment, or the Diversity Visa (lottery) program.
  • Deportation or removal defense: If you’re facing deportation or removal from the U.S., a lawyer can defend your case in immigration court and seek to prevent removal.
  • Asylum applications: If you’re seeking asylum due to persecution or fear of persecution in your home country, a lawyer can help you prepare a strong case and file for asylum.
  • Family reunification: If you're a U.S. citizen or permanent resident looking to bring family members to the U.S., a lawyer can assist with the family sponsorship process.
  • Citizenship and naturalization: If you're ready to apply for U.S. citizenship, a lawyer can help you navigate the naturalization process and ensure you meet all the requirements.
  • Business immigration: If you're an employer seeking to hire foreign workers, a lawyer can assist with employment-based visas, labor certification, and compliance with immigration regulations.
  • Special immigration categories: Immigration lawyers also handle complex cases, such as visas for victims of human trafficking (T visa), crime victims (U visa), or those seeking Temporary Protected Status (TPS).

Hiring an immigration lawyer early in the process can help you avoid delays, errors, and possible denials due to incomplete or incorrect applications.

What Does an Immigration Lawyer Do?

An immigration lawyer provides a wide range of services to help clients with their immigration needs, whether personal or business-related. Their tasks often include:

  • Assisting with visa applications: Helping clients fill out and submit visa applications, ensuring all documentation is complete and accurate.
  • Filing for green cards and permanent residency: Guiding clients through the process of applying for a green card, including family-based, employment-based, or other forms of residency.
  • Defending against deportation or removal: Representing clients in immigration court who are facing deportation and working to prevent removal from the U.S.
  • Preparing asylum cases: Assisting clients in applying for asylum based on fear of persecution in their home country due to race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group.
  • Handling citizenship applications: Helping lawful permanent residents apply for naturalization and ensuring they meet all the legal requirements for U.S. citizenship.
  • Employment-based immigration: Assisting employers with the process of sponsoring foreign workers for temporary or permanent visas, including H-1B, L-1, and EB-1 through EB-5 visas.
  • Representation in immigration interviews: Preparing clients for immigration interviews and attending interviews at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) offices.
  • Appealing denied applications: If a visa, green card, or citizenship application is denied, a lawyer can file appeals or motions to reopen or reconsider the case.

How Are Immigration Lawyers Paid?

Immigration lawyers generally charge for their services based on the type of immigration case and the complexity of the legal work involved. Common payment structures include:

  • Flat fee: Many immigration lawyers charge a flat fee for specific services, such as preparing a visa application, green card petition, or citizenship application. Flat fees help clients know upfront what the legal costs will be for a particular service.
  • Hourly rate: For more complex cases, such as deportation defense or appeals, some lawyers charge by the hour. Hourly rates vary depending on the lawyer's experience and the complexity of the case.
  • Retainer: For ongoing immigration matters, some clients may need to pay a retainer, which is an upfront payment billed against as the lawyer works on the case.
  • Pro bono or sliding scale: Some immigration lawyers or nonprofit organizations may offer free or low-cost services for clients with limited financial means, particularly in asylum or humanitarian cases.

It’s essential to discuss the fee structure with your lawyer during the initial consultation to understand the costs and payment arrangements.

How Much Does an Immigration Lawyer Cost?

The cost of hiring an immigration lawyer varies based on the type of legal service required, the lawyer's experience, and the complexity of the case. General cost estimates include:

  • Visa applications: For help with visa applications (e.g., H-1B, L-1, F-1), legal fees may range from $2,000 to $7,500, depending on the complexity and the type of visa.
  • Green card applications: Fees for family-based or employment-based green card applications typically range from $3,000 to $10,000, depending on the case.
  • Deportation defense: For defending clients in removal proceedings, costs can range from $5,000 to $15,000 or more, depending on the complexity of the case and how long the case takes.
  • Asylum cases: Asylum applications may range from $2,000 to $10,000, depending on whether the case is defensive (in removal proceedings) or affirmative (not in removal proceedings).
  • Citizenship applications: Legal fees for filing a naturalization application usually range from $1,500 to $5,000, depending on the complexity of the client’s immigration history.
  • Business immigration services: Fees for assisting businesses with employment-based visas (such as H-1B or EB-5 visas) often range from $3,000 to $10,000 or more.

Always ask for a clear breakdown of costs and fee arrangements before proceeding with legal services.

Top Questions to Ask an Immigration Lawyer

Before hiring an immigration lawyer, it's essential to ask questions to ensure they have the experience and expertise to handle your case effectively. Important questions to ask include:

  1. What experience do you have with immigration cases like mine?
    Ensure the lawyer has experience handling cases similar to yours, whether it’s family-based immigration, employment visas, or asylum.
  2. How do you charge for your services?
    Clarify whether the lawyer charges a flat fee, hourly rate, or retainer, and ask for a detailed estimate of the total cost.
  3. What is the likelihood of success in my case?
    Ask for an honest assessment of your case and the potential outcomes, including any challenges you might face.
  4. How long will the process take?
    Immigration cases can take time, so ask how long it may take to process your application or resolve your legal issue.
  5. Will you handle my case personally?
    In larger firms, junior attorneys or paralegals may handle parts of your case. Make sure you know who will be working on your case directly.
  6. What documents do I need to provide?
    Ask the lawyer about the documentation required to support your case, such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, or employment contracts.

How to Check the Credibility of an Immigration Lawyer

To ensure you are hiring a reputable immigration lawyer, take the following steps to verify their credentials and track record:

  • Check their state bar status: Confirm with your state bar association that the lawyer is licensed to practice and has no disciplinary actions against them.
  • Look for specific immigration law experience: Review the lawyer’s website or professional profile to ensure they specialize in immigration law and have experience handling cases like yours.
  • Read client reviews and testimonials: Look for reviews on platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google to see what previous clients have said about the lawyer’s professionalism and success rate.
  • Ask for references: A credible lawyer should be willing to provide references from past clients who can speak to their ability to handle immigration cases.
  • Check for industry affiliations: Membership in organizations like the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) can indicate the lawyer’s expertise and commitment to immigration law.

What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?

To make the most out of your first consultation with an immigration lawyer, it’s important to come prepared with relevant documents and information. Here’s what you should bring:

  • Passport and immigration documents: Bring your passport, visa, and any documents related to your current immigration status.
  • Family documents: If you're applying for a family-based visa or green card, bring marriage certificates, birth certificates, and proof of family relationships.
  • Employment information: For employment-based visas, provide your employment contract, offer letter, or other documentation of your job.
  • Criminal records (if applicable): If you have any criminal history, bring copies of court records and other relevant documents.
  • Timeline of events: Provide a clear timeline of any prior immigration applications, visas, or issues with immigration authorities.
  • List of questions: Prepare any questions you have about your immigration case, the process, costs, and the likelihood of success.

By preparing thoroughly for your consultation, you can help the lawyer understand your case more effectively and get the best possible legal advice on how to proceed.

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