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Choose an immigration attorney with the same diligence you’d apply to any senior professional.
Every immigration attorney listed in our directory has been cross-checked against state bar records — license number, admission date, practice areas, and any disciplinary history are surfaced on the profile, never hidden. The state with the largest population of immigration attorneys is California, but you can drill into any U.S. jurisdiction below.
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About this area of law
What immigration lawyers do
Immigration attorneys help people stay in the country, bring family in, change status, and defend against removal. They navigate USCIS, ICE, the immigration courts, and consular processing — a system that punishes mistakes harder than almost any other.
Editorial ranking
Top-rated immigration attorneys
Paul Choquette
Washington
5.0· 319 reviews
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Peter Min-Su Kyung
California
5.0· 176 reviews
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Michael Maz Raheb
Florida
5.0· 121 reviews
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Andrey I Plaksin
New York
5.0· 114 reviews
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Jasmine Leila Kiai
California
5.0· 62 reviews
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Joseph M. Kallabat
Michigan
5.0· 61 reviews
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Ramesh Khurana
Maryland
5.0· 58 reviews
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Stuart J. Reich
New York
5.0· 54 reviews
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Matthew Rice Glinsmann, Esq.
Maryland
5.0· 52 reviews
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Joshua Daley Paulin
Massachusetts
5.0· 51 reviews
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Maria F. Glinsmann, Esq.
Maryland
5.0· 41 reviews
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Jessica Hargis
New York
5.0· 41 reviews
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Gigio Koshy Ninan
New York
5.0· 40 reviews
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Calvin Kourosh Azadi
Florida
5.0· 40 reviews
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Dustin Michael Saldarriaga
New York
5.0· 38 reviews
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Immigration attorneys by state
Free legal Q&A
Recent immigration questions
- Texas today 2
Is My Child Eligible For Citizenship If Born In The U.S. To Immigrant Parents?
I live in San Antonio, Texas, and my daughter was born in the U.S. last year while my wife and I are on temporary work visas. I’ve read that children born in the U.S. can become citizens, but what does that mean for us? Do we need to take any steps for her cit
- California today 2
What Are The Steps To Obtain A Work Permit In California?
I recently moved to Los Angeles, California, from Mexico on a student visa. Now, I’d like to know how I can apply for a work permit. What documents do I need, and how long will it take to get approved? Can I work while my application is being processed?
- New York 1d ago 2
How Can My Child Apply For DACA In New York?
My son is 18 and qualifies for DACA, but I have no idea how to help him through the application process in New York. We have all the necessary documents, but I’m worried about making mistakes. What forms do we need to fill out, and are there any legal fees to
- Colorado 2d ago 2
How To Bring My Foreign Fiancé To Colorado For A Wedding?
I am a U.S. citizen planning to marry my fiancé, who lives in Colombia. We want to have the wedding in Denver, Colorado, and then apply for a spousal visa. What steps do we need to take for him to enter the U.S. legally? How long does this process usually take
- Georgia 4d ago 2
How To Apply For A Visa After A Criminal Conviction In Georgia?
I live in Atlanta, Georgia, and I was convicted of a misdemeanor a few years ago. I am now interested in applying for a visa to visit Canada. Can my criminal record affect my application? What steps should I take to ensure I have the best chance of getting app
- Alaska 4d ago 2
Can I Get A Travel Permit While My Asylum Case Is Pending In Alaska?
I’m currently waiting for my asylum case to be processed in Anchorage, Alaska, and I want to travel outside the U.S. to visit my family. Can I apply for a travel permit while my asylum application is still pending? What should I know before making such a decis
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about immigration lawyers
How do I find a verified immigration attorney?
Use the search above to filter immigration attorneys by state, city, language, and consultation fee. Every listing on LawyersListed is cross-referenced with the relevant state bar — license number, admission date, and disciplinary status are surfaced on the profile, not buried.
Is it free to contact an immigration lawyer here?
Yes. Browsing profiles, reading authentic reviews, sending a first message, and asking a public legal question are always free. You only pay if you choose to book a paid private consultation — and the fee is displayed up front before you confirm.
How is a immigration attorney usually paid?
It depends on the matter. Most immigration attorneys bill hourly, on a flat-fee basis for defined work, or on retainer for ongoing matters. Every LawyersListed profile lists the consultation fee up front; the long-term fee structure is something to ask about during that consultation.
How long does it take to book a immigration consultation?
Most active attorneys publish a live calendar with same-week openings; many show same-day availability for urgent matters. Payment is held in escrow until the consultation completes, so funds release only after you’ve met with counsel.
What should I bring to a immigration consultation?
A short written summary of what happened (dates, parties, dollar amounts), copies of every document you already have (contracts, letters, photographs, medical records — whatever applies), and three concrete questions: How have you handled a matter like mine? What is the realistic range of outcomes? What will this cost end to end?
Does LawyersListed take a referral fee from my immigration attorney?
No. We never collect a referral fee or a percentage of an attorney’s retainer. Attorneys pay LawyersListed a flat platform fee for premium features; that arrangement is fully separate from any fee you pay your attorney for legal services.
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