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Best immigration lawyers in San Diego, CA
- 10 immigration lawyers ranked
- 4.9 average Google rating
- 2,125 reviews analyzed
If you are applying for a green card in San Diego, you may not need a lawyer. Many people file Form I-485 on their own. A lawyer can help when your case is not simple, like a past visa problem, a criminal record, an earlier denial, or removal proceedings.
A lawyer can also help you plan the medical exam. A civil surgeon must sign Form I-693 no more than 60 days before you file Form I-485, so timing matters. Our ranked list below comes from Google Maps data and our own scoring. Use it as a starting point, then call and ask questions.
Top 10 immigration lawyers in San Diego
Hasbini Law Firm
Hasbini Law Firm is an immigration attorney office in San Diego with a 5.0 rating from 468 Google reviews. It has a website and Saturday hours, which can help if you work on weekdays.
425 W Beech St UNIT 538, San Diego, CA 92101Opening hours
Monday 06:30-19:30 Tuesday 06:30-19:30 Wednesday 06:30-19:30 Thursday 06:30-19:30 Friday 06:30-19:30 Saturday 06:30-19:30 Sunday 06:30-19:30 Helene Colin Abogada de Inmigración
Helene Colin Abogada de Inmigración is an immigration attorney office in San Diego rated 5.0 from 207 Google reviews. The office has a website, so you can check details and hours before you call.
1901 First Ave. #217A, San Diego, CA 92101Opening hours
Monday 09:00-17:00 Tuesday 09:00-17:00 Wednesday 09:00-17:00 Thursday 09:00-17:00 Friday 09:00-17:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed Federal Immigration Counselors, P.C.
Federal Immigration Counselors, P.C. is an immigration attorney office in San Diego with a 5.0 rating from 106 Google reviews. It has a website where you can look up the office and its hours.
600 W Broadway Ste 700, San Diego, CA 92101Opening hours
Monday 08:30-17:30 Tuesday 08:30-17:30 Wednesday 08:30-17:30 Thursday 08:30-17:30 Friday 08:30-16:30 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed San Diego Immigration Law Office
San Diego Immigration Law Office is an immigration attorney office in San Diego with a 5.0 rating from 85 Google reviews. It has a website, and it does not list Saturday hours, so plan a weekday call.
1901 First Ave. #205, San Diego, CA 92101Opening hours
Monday 09:00-17:00 Tuesday 09:00-17:00 Wednesday 09:00-17:00 Thursday 09:00-17:00 Friday 09:00-17:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed Modern Law Group, P.C.
Modern Law Group, P.C. is an immigration attorney office in San Diego with a 4.9 rating from 245 Google reviews. It has a website for details, and it does not list Saturday hours.
789 Gateway Center Way, San Diego, CA 92102Opening hours
Monday 09:00-17:00 Tuesday 09:00-17:00 Wednesday 09:00-17:00 Thursday 09:00-17:00 Friday 09:00-17:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed Bueno Law San Diego
Bueno Law San Diego is an immigration attorney office in San Diego rated 5.0 from 56 Google reviews. It has a website, and it does not list Saturday hours, so reach out on a weekday.
101 W Broadway #1360, San Diego, CA 92101Opening hours
Monday 09:00-18:00 Tuesday 09:00-18:00 Wednesday 09:00-18:00 Thursday 09:00-18:00 Friday 09:00-18:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed Hacking Immigration Law, LLC - Immigration Lawyers
Hacking Immigration Law, LLC - Immigration Lawyers is an immigration attorney office in San Diego with a 4.9 rating from 141 Google reviews. It has a website, and it does not list Saturday hours.
110 W A St Ste 1200A, San Diego, CA 92101Opening hours
Monday 08:00-17:00 Tuesday 08:00-17:00 Wednesday 08:00-17:00 Thursday 08:00-17:00 Friday 08:00-17:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed Law Office of Joel Friedman
Law Office of Joel Friedman is an immigration attorney office in San Diego with a 5.0 rating from 42 Google reviews. It has a website, and it does not list Saturday hours.
401 W A St #1150, San Diego, CA 92101Opening hours
Monday 09:00-17:00 Tuesday 09:00-17:00 Wednesday 09:00-17:00 Thursday 09:00-17:00 Friday 09:00-17:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed Law Offices of Jacob J. Sapochnick
Law Offices of Jacob J. Sapochnick is an immigration attorney office in San Diego with a 4.8 rating from 716 Google reviews. It has a website and Saturday hours, which helps if weekdays are hard.
1502 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101Opening hours
Monday 00:00-24:00 Tuesday 00:00-24:00 Wednesday 00:00-24:00 Thursday 00:00-24:00 Friday 00:00-24:00 Saturday 00:00-24:00 Sunday 00:00-24:00 Nanya Thompson Law, Inc
Nanya Thompson Law, Inc is an immigration attorney office in San Diego rated 4.9 from 59 Google reviews. It has a website, and it does not list Saturday hours, so call during the week.
1446 Front St #102, San Diego, CA 92101Opening hours
Monday 09:00-17:00 Tuesday 09:00-17:00 Wednesday 09:00-17:00 Thursday 09:00-17:00 Friday 09:00-17:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
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How we ranked these immigration lawyers
We collected immigration lawyer results from Google Maps around San Diego 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 San Diego: FAQs
Do I need a lawyer to get a green card in San Diego?
No. An immigration lawyer is not required for a green card, and many people file on their own. A lawyer can still help if your case is complex, such as a past visa problem, a criminal record, a prior denial, or removal proceedings. Talk to a lawyer before you file if any of these apply to you.
How do I pick an immigration lawyer in San Diego?
Start with a few names, then check each one with the State Bar of California and read recent Google reviews. Ask what they charge, who will handle your case, and how they will reach you. Many lawyers offer a short first call. Pick someone who answers your questions in plain language.
Can a lawyer help with the I-693 medical exam?
A lawyer can explain how the exam fits into your filing and help you time it. A USCIS-designated civil surgeon does the exam and signs Form I-693. The form must be signed no more than 60 days before you file Form I-485. The civil surgeon gives you a sealed envelope, and you should not open it.