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Best immigration lawyers in Los Angeles, CA

  • 10 immigration lawyers ranked
  • 4.9 average Google rating
  • 3,325 reviews analyzed

If you are applying for a green card in Los Angeles and your case is simple, you may not need an immigration lawyer. Many people file Form I-485 on their own. But some cases carry extra risk, and a lawyer can help you plan before you file anything.

A lawyer is often useful if you have a past visa problem, a criminal record, a prior denial, or a case in removal proceedings. A lawyer can also help when your family situation is complex, or when you are not sure which path fits you. The list below ranks Los Angeles immigration law firms using Google Maps ratings and review counts.

Top 10 immigration lawyers in Los Angeles

  1. JCS Immigration & Visa Law Office

    5.0(832 Google reviews)Immigration attorney

    JCS Immigration & Visa Law Office has a 5.0 rating from 832 Google reviews, one of the highest review counts on this Los Angeles list. The office has a website and is not marked as open on Saturdays.

    2975 Wilshire Blvd Ste 352, Los Angeles, CA 90010
    Opening hours
    Monday09:00-21:00
    Tuesday09:00-21:00
    Wednesday09:00-21:00
    Thursday09:00-21:00
    Friday09:00-21:00
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed
  2. Global Talent Immigration Law Group

    5.0(237 Google reviews)Immigration attorney

    Global Talent Immigration Law Group holds a 5.0 rating across 237 Google reviews in Los Angeles. It has a website and is not listed as open on Saturdays.

    4221 Wilshire Blvd #395, Los Angeles, CA 90010
    Opening hours
    Monday09:00-17:30
    Tuesday09:00-17:30
    Wednesday09:00-17:30
    Thursday09:00-17:30
    Friday09:00-17:30
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed
  3. Jaime Barron PC Immigration Law

    5.0(109 Google reviews)Immigration attorney

    Jaime Barron PC Immigration Law has a 5.0 rating from 109 Google reviews in Los Angeles. The office has a website and is not marked as open on Saturdays.

    2154 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026
    Opening hours
    Monday09:00-17:30
    Tuesday09:00-17:30
    Wednesday09:00-17:30
    Thursday09:00-17:30
    Friday09:00-17:30
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed
  4. Law Offices of David M. Haghighi, APC

    4.9(297 Google reviews)Immigration attorney

    Law Offices of David M. Haghighi, APC carries a 4.9 rating from 297 Google reviews. It has a website and is not listed as open on Saturdays.

    739 N Main St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
    Opening hours
    Monday09:00-17:00
    Tuesday09:00-17:00
    Wednesday09:00-17:00
    Thursday09:00-17:00
    Friday09:00-17:00
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed
  5. Lalama Immigration Law

    5.0(63 Google reviews)Immigration attorney

    Lalama Immigration Law has a 5.0 rating from 63 Google reviews in Los Angeles. The office has a website and is not marked as open on Saturdays.

    714 W Olympic Blvd Suite 805, Los Angeles, CA 90015
    Opening hours
    Monday09:00-17:00
    Tuesday09:00-17:00
    Wednesday09:00-17:00
    Thursday09:00-17:00
    Friday09:00-17:00
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed
  6. ABOGADO DE INMIGRACIÓN ALEJANDRO BARAJAS

    4.9(207 Google reviews)Immigration attorneyOpen weekends

    ABOGADO DE INMIGRACIÓN ALEJANDRO BARAJAS has a 4.9 rating from 207 Google reviews. It is the only firm on this list marked as open on Saturdays, and it has a website.

    1930 Wilshire Blvd Ste 1207, Los Angeles, CA 90057
    Opening hours
    Monday00:00-24:00
    Tuesday00:00-24:00
    Wednesday00:00-24:00
    Thursday00:00-24:00
    Friday00:00-24:00
    Saturday00:00-24:00
    Sunday00:00-24:00
  7. The Law Office of Nicholas J. Mireles, APC

    5.0(38 Google reviews)Immigration attorney

    The Law Office of Nicholas J. Mireles, APC holds a 5.0 rating from 38 Google reviews in Los Angeles. It has a website and is not listed as open on Saturdays.

    411 W 7th St #310, Los Angeles, CA 90014
    Opening hours
    Monday10:00-18:00
    Tuesday10:00-18:00
    Wednesday10:00-18:00
    Thursday10:00-18:00
    Friday10:00-18:00
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed
  8. Goldstein Immigration Lawyers

    4.8(595 Google reviews)Immigration attorneyOpen Saturdays

    Goldstein Immigration Lawyers has a 4.8 rating from 595 Google reviews, one of the larger review counts on this list. It has a website and is listed as open on Saturdays.

    611 Wilshire Blvd Ste 317, Los Angeles, CA 90017
    Opening hours
    Monday09:00-18:00
    Tuesday09:00-18:00
    Wednesday09:00-18:00
    Thursday09:00-18:00
    Friday09:00-18:00
    Saturday09:00-14:00
    SundayClosed
  9. Law Office of Erik Atambaev

    4.9(61 Google reviews)Immigration attorney

    Law Office of Erik Atambaev carries a 4.9 rating from 61 Google reviews in Los Angeles. The office has a website and is not marked as open on Saturdays.

    619 S Olive St Ste 204, Los Angeles, CA 90014
    Opening hours
    Monday09:00-17:00
    Tuesday09:00-17:00
    Wednesday09:00-17:00
    Thursday09:00-17:00
    Friday09:00-17:00
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed
  10. Law Office of Alex Galvez (Abogado)

    4.7(886 Google reviews)Immigration attorney

    Law Office of Alex Galvez (Abogado) has a 4.7 rating from 886 Google reviews, the highest review count on this Los Angeles list. It has a website and is not marked as open on Saturdays.

    1151 W 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90017
    Opening hours
    Monday08:00-17:00
    Tuesday08:00-17:00
    Wednesday08:00-17:00
    Thursday08:00-17:00
    Friday08:00-17:00
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed

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How we ranked these immigration lawyers

We collected immigration lawyer results from Google Maps around Los Angeles and removed government offices and unrelated businesses. Each listing gets a score based on its Google rating, adjusted for the number of reviews so a few 5-star reviews do not outrank hundreds of strong ones. Listings that also show up in Google's top results get a small boost. Paid placements are always labeled "Sponsored" and never change the ranked list. Read our editorial policy.

Immigration lawyers in Los Angeles: FAQs

Do I need an immigration lawyer to get a green card in Los Angeles?

No. An immigration lawyer is not required for a green card, and many people file Form I-485 on their own. A lawyer can help if you have a past visa problem, a criminal record, a prior denial, or a case in removal proceedings. For simple cases, some applicants still hire one for peace of mind.

What should I ask a Los Angeles immigration lawyer at a first meeting?

Ask whether the lawyer has handled cases like yours. Ask who will actually work on your file, how often you will get updates, and what they need from you and when. Ask how they charge and get the fee terms in writing. Ask what could go wrong in your case and what you can do about it.

Can my lawyer handle the immigration medical exam for me?

No. Only a USCIS-designated civil surgeon can do the exam and sign Form I-693. Your lawyer can help with timing, since the civil surgeon must sign the form no more than 60 days before you file Form I-485. You bring back the sealed envelope and must not open it.