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Elahe Najfabadi, Immigration Attorney in Los Angeles, California

Over 35 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Associate

Los Angeles, CA

Practicing immigration in Los Angeles since 1991.

35+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
2
Bar admissions

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Elahe Najfabadi is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Immigration. Elahe has over 35 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Los Angeles, CA
Experience
over 35 years
Known for
Immigration
  • Handles Immigration matters from Los Angeles, CA.
  • Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Elahe Najfabadi: Elahe Najfabadi is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Immigration. Elahe has over 35 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Elahe's practice areas in Los Angeles

Elahe concentrates on immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Elahe handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Immigration cases in Los Angeles, California

Elahe takes immigration matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Elahe agrees to represent you.

Biography

Elahe Najfabadi, immigration attorney serving Los Angeles

Elahe Najfabadi is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Immigration. Elahe has over 35 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Elahe works from Los Angeles, California and takes on immigration matters across the region.

Elahe Najfabadi is a lawyer practicing immigration law. Elahe has been licensed for 35 years. Elahe practices in Los Angeles, CA.

How Elahe handles immigration matters

Elahe Najfabadi is a lawyer practicing immigration law. Elahe has been licensed for 35 years. Elahe practices in Los Angeles, CA.

The kind of cases Elahe takes

Elahe reviews new inquiries case-by-case for immigration matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Elahe studied and practices

  • University of West Los Angeles

    J.D. · 1991

Jurisdictions

Elahe's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    1992 · ACTIVE

  • California

    1991 · ACTIVE

Elahe studied at J.D. in University of West Los Angeles.

Law school and academic background

Elahe completed J.D. in University of West Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Elahe runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Elahe's legal honors and published work

Elahe has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Elahe's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Los Angeles County (Past Chairperson, Immigration Section), American Immigration Lawyers Association

    membership

Locations

Elahe Najfabadi's office in Los Angeles

Elahe's primary office is at 600 Wilshire Boulevard Suite 1550, Los Angeles, CA, 90017. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

600 Wilshire Boulevard Suite 1550

Los Angeles, CA 90017

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Elahe Najfabadi — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Elahe. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing immigration attorneys in Los Angeles.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Elahe Najfabadi — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new immigration attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Elahe usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Elahe charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Elahe's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Elahe will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a immigration attorney in Los Angeles, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many immigration matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Elahe

Elahe discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in immigration practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every immigration matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Elahe confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Elahe's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many immigration practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Elahe Najfabadi

  • How much does it cost to hire Elahe for a immigration case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Elahe walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Elahe offer a free consultation?

    Elahe charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Elahe's office. Some immigration attorneys offer free consults — check Elahe's current terms during booking.

  • How long do immigration cases in California typically take?

    Simple immigration matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Elahe gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Elahe take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?

    Elahe is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Elahe will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Elahe?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Elahe will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Elahe accepting new immigration clients right now?

    Elahe's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Immigration attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California

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