$ 400-600 per hour
Haven Scott Mcvarish
also known as Haven McVarish, H. Scott McVarish
About Haven
Biography
Scott McVarish is the founding attorney at the Employment Litigation and Negotiation Law Office, A.P.C. and the Immigration Law Office of Los Angeles, P.C. He focuses on solving his clients' problems in negotiation and litigation in state, federal and immigration agencies and courts. With an award-winning staff in two separate law offices, Mr. McVarish's teams can focus their experience on your wrongful termination, wage and hours claims, sexual harassment claims and complex immigration cases.
Scott has been chosen as faculty for national attorney conference and interviewed on NPR's Marketplace, the New Republic and nationally syndicated radio programs and in Spanish on Radio Guadalupe, La Opinion and Univision. He serves on the executive committee for the advocacy non-profit Clergy Laity United for Economic Justice- Los Angeles (), focusing on matters related to employment and immigrants. He frequently educates community members on their rights in trainings sponsored by churches, non-profits and unions.
Scott graduated from UCLA with a B.A. in International Communications (through the College of Honors Program), and then later earned a joint- J.D., and M.A. from the UCLA School of Law and School of Public Policy respectively.
In law school, Scott’s honors included winning the Equal Justice America Fellowship and was named UCLA’s first-ever LeBeauf Scholar and the UCLA Affiliates' "Student of the Year" award. Scott studied "Ethics and Theology" one year at El Seminario Biblico Latinoamericano in San Jose, Costa Rica and remains fluent in Spanish. At the age of 20, Scott wrote the book The Greening of New Zealand, published by Random House, detailing strategies of local environmental, labor and community groups in New Zealand where he lived for two years.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Employment and Labor
100%
28 years | 250 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 27 years
State: California
Acquired: 1998
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Location
Employment Litigation & Negotiation Office
6080 Center Drive, Suite 600, Los Angeles, CA, 90045
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Haven Scott Mcvarish's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 36 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | June 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent
They helped to prepare and win my immigration case professionally. And, they are using the technology very well. Definitely recommended.
Posted by Ramon | February 7, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
I-130 & -485
I came to Scott for assistance in my I-130 & I-485 application due to complications with my previous application which had been moved to Los Angeles due to relocation. Scott and his team was very helpful and set me up with a meeting to go over the application forms and the process of the interview wi...
Posted by Joanne | July 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly recommend
If you have any immigration needs or issues, I would highly recommend Scott's services. Scott is highly knowledgeable about a very complicated system. I would not advise doing the paperwork without a lawyer and Scott is very honest and reliable, which is a must in this area. Any questions I had were...
Posted by anonymous | July 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Your case is in good hands!
It has been a long, emotionally draining, and tedious journey, but its finally over. Despite the unforeseen prolongation in my case, I would have not been able to keep fait if it wasn’t for the heartwarming assistance and reassurance of both Ms Gianina and Scott. Through each step of the way they wer...
Posted by HC | February 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great experience!
Thanks to Scott and Gianina my naturalization process went as smoothly as possible from start to finish. Both are extremely professional, caring and positive people. The moment I walked through their door I could tell that I was in good hands. During our initial consultation we discussed potential ...
Haven Scott Mcvarish's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."
"While working with Mr. Mcvarish I was impressed with his thorough knowledge of the law and found that he lived up to his reputation for being an aggressive and passionate advocate for his clients' rights."
"Scott Daniel Mcvarish is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show his commitment to serving clients as well as his level of experience. He is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Mcvarish is honest, trustworthy, knowledgeable and passionate about helping others (qualities often absent in other lawyers). He is helpful to clients and even other lawyers because he is genuinely kind, evidenced by his ability to remember every single person's name that he meets. Additionally, he is one of the greatest advocates I've seen in the legal profession and will undoubtedly succeed at any matter he has to present before a judge or jury. I highly recommend him to anyone considering his services or in need of an immigration attorney."
"I saw Scott speak as a panelist at the 2013 AILA Immigration Law Conference. He is an excellent speaker, and is clearly very knowledgeable about immigration law. I wouldn't hesitate to refer clients to him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Scott Mcvarish is an excellent attorney. His writing not only shows an incredible wealth of knowledge in immigration, but also a strong commitment to his clients. Mr. Mcvarish sets the bar high for other attorneys in this field."
"I am a criminal defense lawyer specializing in post-conviction relief for immigrants. In my line of practice it is critical that my clients are also represented by excellent immigration attorneys who can defend them against removal in the Immigration Court. I have had the opportunity to work with dozens and dozens of immigration attorneys in the LA area and throughout the United States. Scott is among the very best I ever worked with, certainly top 3 or 4. His knowledge of immigration law, dedication to his clients and integrity are of highest caliber. I endorse Scott whole-heartedly. I would go into the trenches with him any time."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Attorney Mcvarish. From his answers and time on Avvo, it is clear he is dedicated to serving those in need and his clients. It's rare that lawyers spend so much valuable time helping the community, for free, and I applaud him for doing it to such a great level. Kudos."
"Mr. Mcvarish is a truly dedicated attorney. This is an attorney that you know will devote extra work to your case. It is clear that he takes each client's problems to heart. There is no other attorney in California that I would trust my immigration issues to more than Mr. Mcvarish. I endorse him fully."
"I endorse this lawyer. Scott is one of the best attorneys and mentors I've worked with. Besides being incredibly knowledgeable about immigration law, he is zealous about helping the less fortunate. Despite his busy schedule, he volunteers at different organizations to lend a hand. I am truly inspired by Scott. Moreover, If I am ever stuck with a difficult immigration matter, I know exactly who to go to."
"Scott has practiced law for over 15 years. He speaks at churches and other organizations in English and in Spanish throughout Southern California. He is very knowledgeable in immigration law. What impresses me the most about Scott is his genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of the people that he serves."
"I endorse this lawyer 100%. He is not only a savvy attorney but inspires everyone around him to help those under-represented. He is a true advocate for immigrants that do not have a voice. He educates and travels the world to fight injustice. He is fluent in multiple languages and has a great understanding of foreign cultures and world politics."
"Attorney McVarish is dedicated to his client's needs. As an immigration attorney he is active in the community and involved in immigration issues. His experience and commitment are a unique quality as he assists clients through the complexities of immigration. When I have a client in need of an immigration attorney, Scott is my referral."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates
2012
Excellence for Immigrants, Consulate General of Ecuador
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Managing Partner, Immigration Law Office of Los Angeles, P.C.
1998 - 2008
Staff Counsel (Executive Director), California Teachers Association (& affiliates)
Associations
2013 - Present
California Employment Lawyers Association
2012 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationImmigration Section
2012 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationEmployment Section
2010 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Clergy Laity United for Economic JusticeExecutive Council
1997 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
12-70160 Mayra Godoy-Flores v. Eric Holder, Jr.
Client Prevailed, Removal Proceedings terminated
Rito Ortega v DHS
Removal case terminated, client rec'd green card
PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA v. Spindola, Ricardo Rueda
Dismissed Client's Felony
Maria Cristina Machado de Villacreses vs. Eric Holder
Federal court overturned conviction
Education
1997
University of California at Los Angeles School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
UCLA School of Public Policy
MA - Masters
1991
Univ of California at Los Angeles
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Money 101 With Bob McCormick
Immigrant Families
2014
Beverly Hills Bar Association CLE event
Household Employees Employment and Immigration Program
2013
Conferencia de Inmigracion
Advanced Immigration Law Topics
2013
AILA Annual National Conference
The value of hiring an immigration lawyer
2013
1020 AM
Complicated Immigration Issues
2012
United Methodist Church Women's Conference
Immigration Law- Nuts & Bolts for the Non-practitioner
2012
St. Joseph Church Festival
Solutions to Current Immigration Problems w Q & A
2012
Los Angeles Consular Corps of Latin America
Tips on Helping Immigrants Navigate Difficult Immigration Cases
2012
Juventil Patoral
Solutions to Complex Immigration Problems
2010
Iglesia Celular Charla (in Spanish)
Immigration Law 101
Publications
2013
Helpful Information, Immigration Law
Tips for a successful M-1 vocational/technical study program visa application & experience
2013
Helpful Information for Immigrants
Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver
2012
Helpful Information, Immigration Law
Guide to Using Attorney for Deferred Action Applications
2012
Helpful Information, Immigration Law
Deferred Action Update
2012
Helpful Info, Immigration Law
Guide to Recover from Lost I-94s
2012
Helpful Immigration Information
Lost Your I-94?
1992
Random House (Century)
the Greening of New Zeland
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Guides