Arek Alexander Nizamian

Arek Alexander Nizamian

5.0
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 23 years

Immigration Lawyer at Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration

2975 Wilshire Blvd Ste 200, Los Angeles, CA

About Arek

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Immigration 100%

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24 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 23 years

State: California

Acquired: 2002

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Location

Nizamian & Nizamian LLP

2975 Wilshire Blvd Ste 200, Los Angeles, CA, 90010

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Arek Alexander Nizamian's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

202 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 31, 2013 | Immigration

Great, friendly and trustworthy services with quick results!

I live in Michigan and I was looking for a immigration lawyer to work with me to help me obtain a permanent resident status. I couldn't find one that I felt comfortable with in my area. A family member from California recommended Arek Nizamian. The idea of working with someone outside of my state was... a bit out of my comfort zone but I decided to give him a call. I spoke to him and he told me exactly what we could do to help me obtain my green card and how long it would take. After a few phone calls and setting up a payment, I got all the forms that my wife and I needed and started the process. Within a few weeks of finishing up all the forms I received some receipt letters from USCIS saying that they received my applications and were under review. Each time we received something from USCIS, I would also receive a call or email (with a copy of what was sent) from his office to notify me as well. Within 4 weeks of receiving the receipt letters from USCIS I got my Employment Authorization and I-512 Advance Parole card. Two weeks later I received a notification for an interview appointment at a USCIS office. Three weeks before my interview Mr. Nizamian prepared all the documents we needed to bring to our appointment and made sure we knew what to expect, what to bring and how to prepare for it. The night before the interview with USCIS I received a call from him to make sure we had everything we needed and were good to go. The day of the interview, my wife and I went in and had everything we needed and we had no problems at all during the interview. The officer that did the interview was happy and pleased with everything that was filed, the documents we brought and how the interview went. She told me that everything was good and that my green card should arrive within two weeks. As soon as I got out of the interview I gave him call and told him how everything went. Every went as expected. On top of helping me with my case, he also helped my brother with a DACA case. He told him what they needed to do and my brother got everything he needed and a Work Authorization Card within two months after filling out and sending all the applications, documents and forms he needed. Overall I am very happy with his work. Everything was done in the amount time he said it will be done. We had all the documents and forms we needed. Our interview couldn't have gone better. Now I'm only a few days away from receiving my green card and becoming Lawful Permanent Resident. I would recommend his services to anyone that has an immigration case in or out of state.

Posted by Mete | February 11, 2013 | Immigration

Very satisfied client

Mr. Nizamian just successfully completed an H-1B extension case (due to pending I-140) for me and I received another 3 years of extension. Him and his staff have been superbly helpful and pleasant throughout the experience and made sure that we completed each step with great attention to detail and a...ccuracy. And the other great thing was that it was all completed in a very short period of time. I have also hired Mr. Nizamian for his services in regards to my EB-2 based green card case and it has been progressing steadily as well. All this, when compared to the experience I had with my prior immigration attorney, is like night and day. My previous immigration attorney lacked the finesse of Mr. Nizamian in every department. I am glad to have my cases in the capable hands of Mr. Nizamian and his staff now and look forward to the successful completion of my EB-2 case as well.

Posted by anonymous | January 24, 2013 | Immigration

He is the best lawyer that I recommend

I am truly blessed to have found a lawyer like Mr Nizamian who helped me on my dream act process they are very informative they go over with you step by step and Patricia is always on track of stuff I have obtained very good results and my process was very fast :)

Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2013 | Immigration

H1-B Sir

Arek Nizamian is the best lawyer in the world. I already had an H1-B denial, and it seemed to be hard to get the approval for my case. He really put all his effort into my case, and really did his best; we got an RFE, but he came over that too. Arek is knowledgeable and you have the opportunity to di...scuss with him about your case. He is not like those lawyers whom you will not see after you sign the contract. Also, I really really trusted him and he proved me right. So you can rely on his words; he really does whatever he says. I am sure that everyone who hires him will reach this point to trust him. Just because he is great.

Posted by SAVAS | December 13, 2012 | Immigration

Excellent Service & Fast Result

I am an employer and I have worked with Arek on two occasions when applying for H1 visas. He was very professional and detail-oriented when dealing with our cases. He explained the whole procedure and what to expect during the application process. We were very pleased to work with him.

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Arek Alexander Nizamian's Lawyer Endorsements

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Adam Sheikh

Immigration lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jibit Cinar

Immigration lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Arek is knowledgeable, especially in the field of immigration law. I often refer clients to him, and they always let me know how pleased they are with his services."

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Clayton Perry

Immigration lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Nizamian's office space is adjacent to mine. I refer my clients to him for immigration matters. He always seems to have happy clients."

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Roland Kedikian

Immigration lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is the attorney to go to for immigration in Los Angeles"

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Danny Mansour

Immigration lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Omid Nosrati

Immigration lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Arek Nizamian has demonstrated great knowledge and skill in the area of immigration law as well as his ability to communicate effectively."

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Elliot Yi

Unknown lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Neal Chilingirian

Immigration lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred several clients to Mr. Nizamian whom have been very pleased with his ability to produce results efficiently and effectively. He is Los Angeles' immigration lawyer of choice. I highly recommend him!"

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Raffi Nizamian

Immigration lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Business and Family Immigration is all he practices. Since his attention is not diverted to other practice areas, Arek has become well versed in immigration law."

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

2012

Pro Bono Certificate of Appreciation, City of Los Angeles

2012

Public Service Honoree, Armenian Bar Association

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Senior Attorney, Nizamian & Nizamian LLP

1999 - 1999

Law Clerk, California Occupational Safety & Health Administration

1996 - 1998

Law Clerk, Robie & Matthai

Associations

2008 - Present

Academy of Magical Arts

Member

2002 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2002 - Present

Armenian Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association, Immigration Law Section

Member

2002 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

R-1 Visa Holder to Green Card

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Education

N/A

Southwestern University School of Law

Juris Doctorate

N/A

University of California - Irvine

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

KHTS 1220 Am Radio

Illegal Immigration

2010

Free Legal Clinic

Immigration

2010

Community Events

Expediting Immigration Petitions

2008

CATA Chamber

E-2 Investor Visas -- Making Money in America

2008

Armenian Professionals Society

Immigrant Visas and Green Cards

Publications

2014

Languages

Armenian

Turkish

Spanish

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