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Lisa Suzanne Anderson

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Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 26 years

Immigration Lawyer at Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration

3435 Wilshire Blvd Ste 1010, Los Angeles, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 26 years

State: California

Acquired: 1999

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Varzandeh Anderson LLP

3435 Wilshire Blvd Ste 1010, Los Angeles, CA, 90010

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Lisa Suzanne Anderson's Reviews

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92 Client Reviews

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Posted by Hala | July 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Compassionate and dedicated

Lisa Anderson is truly a lifesaver. After years of my husband waiting and his immigration case nearly falling apart, Lisa stepped in and completely turned things around. She was incredibly knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely cared about our situation. Her attention to detail and persistence gave... us hope when we had almost given up. Thanks to her, my husband finally received his green card—something we weren’t sure would ever happen. We’re forever grateful to Lisa for her dedication and heart. If you need an immigration attorney who will fight for you and actually care, she’s the one. Thank you Lisa for your patience, compassion, and dedication to your craft!

Posted by anonymous | January 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Simply Incredible!

I can't say enough about Lisa. Lisa made a very difficult situation less difficult with her kindness, knowledge, and swiftness. She has been nothing short of amazing. I HIGHLY recommend her if you want someone who is an expert in these legal matters. I'm beyond grateful for everything she's done for ...me. Forever thankful for your assistance :)

Posted by Frank | September 24, 2024 | Immigration

Professional, Knowledgeable, Kind, etc...

Mrs. Anderson has worked on getting my green card since day 1 and has done a tremendous job in given us advise and the best consulting you can ever asked for. Today my case has been approved, and grateful for the help she has done for us to get it done. She is very detailed and knowledge when it c...omes to working in your case. Definitely recommend her if you need any immigration help.

Posted by Hana | June 01, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

She gave me a piece of mind

I am in Florida, but I hired her as my friend recommended her. I just got my marriage-based green card. We mainly communicate via email and met virtually on Zoom for the consultation. She was quick to answer my questions and to check if I have submitted all the necessary supporting documents to her. ...Once we have everything ready, she was quick to send out the application and the documents to USCIS. My green card process was surprisingly fast. It was a 2-month process from the moment we submitted the application packet to I received the green card in mail. I am guessing there are multiple factors going into the speedy process, but one thing I can say though Lisa gave me a piece of mind during the process. I am an anxious person in general and without her I would’ve lost a lot of nights of sleep. She clarified a lot of information I found on the internet and answered my many questions. She not only helped me prepare the application packet but also helped me feel more relaxed during the process. Highly recommend her as an immigration lawyer!

Posted by Ron | September 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

The Best Immigration Attorney in California. Period.

I have been fortunate to use the services of Varzandeh Anderson LLP and in particular the most amazing attorney Lisa Anderson for an immigration matter that spun quite a few years. Please consider this the most unequivocal recommendation: Attorney Lisa Anderson is absolutely THE BEST. She know...s the law, understands the process, understands the CLINETS (including our anxiety, while patiently caring for us) and effortlessly and confidently helps in the process of guiding us to the right destination. Above all, she practices law as a calling. Unlike some other professionals out there, this firm is about HELPING PEOPLE and for that deserves the highest rating possible. Thank you Varzandeh Anderson, and THANK YOU ATTORNEY LISA ANDERSON for being the best at what you do.

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Lisa Suzanne Anderson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Matthew Cohen

Immigration lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Anytime that I have a client that has immigration questions or issues, I refer them to Lisa Anderson. Lisa's knowledge and experience of immigration law is vast. My clients have been extremely satisfied with her work and I will continue to refer anyone who needs immigration help to her."

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Lisa Anderson

Immigration lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Lisa Suzanne Anderson for her expertise in all areas of immigration law. She and I participated in volunteer work together at a local Los Angeles citizenship clinic and she is always very caring toward those needing immigration assistance. She is also an expert in removal, deportation, appeals and asylum cases. She has years of experience working with immigration clients and is highly regarded in our legal community. I have had an opportunity to see her work and I recommend her without reservation."

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Lorena Gatdula

Immigration lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As an attorney, I found myself needing a qualified colleague to advise me on an urgent immigration matter. Lisa Anderson came highly recommended, and now, I am recommending her too as a highly talented and effective immigration lawyer. Lisa possesses a rare combination of qualifications, practical experience, and personal attributes. In addition to her intelligence and knowledge, Lisa brings to the table a uniquely informed perspective – having tried cases on behalf of the Immigration and Naturalization Service at both the trial and appeals stage and, now, as an equity partner of a law firm, guiding clients through the complexities of immigration law. Equally important, Lisa is kind and compassionate. She cares. I cannot speak highly enough of Lisa, not only as an attorney but also as a person."

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Houman Varzandeh

Immigration lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Lisa Anderson is one of the most brilliant immigration attorneys in the United States. A UCLA law graduate, and hand picked by President Clinton's Attorney General, Janet Reno, to litigate cases for the Immigration and Naturalization Service. She is a kind, caring, yet tough immigration attorney who solves complex immigration matters with shocking ease. I will always be privileged to be her legal partner and colleague on any and all legal matters."

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

1999

Attorney General's Honors Program, United States Department of Justice

1997

Law Student Fellowship, Equal Justice America

N/A

Summa Cum Laude, University of California at San Diego

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Partner, Varzandeh Anderson LLP

2004 - 2011

Attorney, Law Offices of Lisa S. Anderson

2002 - 2004

Assistant Chief Counsel, United States Department of Homeland Security

1999 - 1999

Researcher, RAND Corporation

1999 - 2002

Assistant District Counsel, United States Department Of Justice INS

1998 - 1998

Summer Law Intern, U.S. Attorney's Office

1997 - 1997

Summer Law Intern, Bet Tzedek Legal Services

Associations

2009 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

1994 - Present

The John Muir College Caledonian Society

Member

1997 - 1999

Journal of International Law and Foreign Affairs

Associate Editor

Sample of Legal Cases

Witjaksono v. Holder

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Education

1999

UCLA School of Law

JD-Juris Doctorate

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Univ of California San Diego

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

The Mirman School

Immigration Law Fundamentals

2013

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Pro Bono Clinic Citizenship Initiative

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