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Catalina Leff

also known as Lefflaw Group

5.0
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 25 years

Immigration Lawyer at Beverly Hills, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration

9440 S Santa Monica Blvd, 301, Beverly Hills, CA

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Immigration 100%

Business Immigration

26 years

100%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 25 years

State: California

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Catalina Leff

9440 S Santa Monica Blvd, 301, Beverly Hills, CA, 90210

Catalina Leff

7825 Fay Avenue Ste. 200, 2700, La Jolla, CA, 92037

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Catalina Leff's Reviews

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Posted by Riccardo | May 09, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Catalina is the real deal!

Getting a green card is already a stressful process. Going through it after a divorce? A whole different level. When my marriage ended, I wasn't sure where I stood — I had my provisional green card through the marriage, but with the divorce finalized, I had to remove the conditions on my own, without... my ex-spouse. That's where Catalina stepped in, and I honestly don't know how I would have navigated it without her. She handled the entire filing for the removal of conditions, walked me through every step with clarity and patience, and made sure I felt prepared — not just paperwork-ready, but genuinely confident going into the USCIS interview. And when the interview day came, she was right there with me. That last part meant a lot. It's one thing to prepare a client, it's another to actually show up with them. Catalina did both. If you're in a complicated immigration situation — especially one involving a divorce — don't try to figure it out alone. Catalina is professional, thorough, and genuinely invested in getting you through it. I'm grateful for everything she did.

Posted by Oge | May 06, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Exceptional Immigration Representation for EB1A

After a previous self-petition for my EB1A was unsuccessful, I knew I needed expert support from a legal expert that could truly understand the uniqueness of my background and help me present the strongest case possible. Catalina Leff came highly recommended and she exceeded my expectations. She was ...the perfect attorney for my case. From the start, it was clear that Catalina brought a depth of knowledge, strategic insight, and an incredibly sharp eye for detail. My professional profile didn’t fit the “typical” EB1A mold, but that didn’t deter her. Instead, her versatility, legal creativity, and experience with complex and non-traditional cases made all the difference. She helped me organise my evidence in a way that told a compelling story and made spot-on recommendations that significantly elevated the quality and clarity of my petition. Communication throughout the process was seamless. The coordination between the support team and Catalina was excellent. I always felt supported, informed, and confident in the next steps. Every interaction with Catalina was professional yet personal, and I was never left wondering about the status of my case. Catalina’s guidance and complete control of the process was unquestionable. Most importantly, the case was successful, and I believe that’s a direct result of the exceptional representation I received. It is one thing to have an attorney who knows the process and confident in her work but also most important to follow and trust the attorney’s direction(s). I enjoyed working with Catalina Leff and I am thankful for every support rendered. . I wholeheartedly recommend Catalina Leff, for anyone pursuing a high-stakes immigration petition such as an EB-1A. Her ability to identify the right legal strategy and deliver with precision and care was exactly what I needed, and I’m incredibly grateful.

Posted by Salomon Zavala, Esq. | September 10, 2024 | Immigration

Working with Catalina Leff

I've had the pleasure of working with Catalina Leff on several complex immigration cases, including removal proceedings and intricate petitions. Her deep legal knowledge and sharp analytical skills make her an invaluable asset in navigating even the toughest immigration challenges. Catalina is thorou...gh, responsive, and truly committed to securing the best possible outcomes for her clients. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking a skilled and dedicated immigration attorney.

Posted by Merry | December 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Immigration Sttorney

Catalina has incredible integrity and fortitude, she never stops fighting for her clients!

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Valerie Corder

Immigration lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Catalina Leff is a pleasure to work with. She is extremely sharp and her legal expertise helps in analyzing complex problems. She provides clear and concise answers to questions and she is able to clarify and detail options available. I am extremely impressed with Catalina Leff’s consistent ability to simplify and elucidate situations that seem confusing, complicated and convoluted."

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Joseph Cella

Immigration lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer enthusiastically and without reservation. I have had the opportunity to work and consult with Catalina Leff on legal matter(s) involving immigration and removal defense law. I have found attorney Leff to be extremely conscientious, diligent, hard-working and honest. As a result, I have subsequently consulted with attorney Leff on other matters."

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Honors

2012

Ambassador of the Peace, WAFA Onesti Romanina

Work Experience

2019 - 2024

Of Counsel, Talamantes Immigration Firm

Education

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Thomas Jefferson School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

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Pitzer College (Claremont)

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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Università Bocconi Milano Italy

Other - Masters

Languages

English

Spanish

Italian

French

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