We have not found any cost information for this lawyer
Avi Friedman
About Avi
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Immigration
100%
29 years
Fees and Rates
Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.
Search our directory
Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.
Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.
Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.
Chat withLicenses
Licensed in California for 30 years
State: California
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Avi Friedman
1416 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA, 90401
Ad
Transform legal challenges into solutions.
Connect now to review your situation.
Avi Friedman's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
22 Client Reviews
Filter Avvo Reviews (22)
Refine reviews to match your needs. Use the filters to quickly surface reviews that align with your case or priorities.
Practice Areas
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Character & Conduct
Posted by Miguel | July 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Extremely effective immigration attorney
I am a green card holder and living in the U.S. thanks to Avi and his team. My immigration visa application (spouse sponsor) was refused at Cd. Juarez. It was an unexpected and disheartening result for me and my family. Avi and Anastasia quickly identified the issue preventing me to get my visa an...
Posted by Fazeel | December 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
The best immigration lawyer in USA
Avi is a great immigration lawyer. I have been his client since 2008 and have used his help in filing successful petitions for J1, O1, H1 and EB2 applications. He is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. He is honest and tell me what approach would or would not work. I recommend him to any one witho...
Posted by Patrick | February 11, 2010 | Immigration
Superb
I can't imagine a better immigration attorney. Avi was diligent and patient through the entire process despite the unique circumstances of our case. He was happy to answer questions in detail, provided wise advice when needed and displayed excellent knowledge in the field. You would be hard pressed t...
Avi Friedman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Friedman is an extremely knowledgeable attorney - one of the best in the field. We have collaborated on many legal matters and he has always exhibited professionalism."
Jack Chammas
Unknown lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
Lawyer of the Year in Los Angeles - Immigration Law, Best Lawyers
2010
The Best Lawyers in America® in the specialty of Immigration Law, Best Lawyers in America
2010
Southern California Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2009
California's Leading Businees Lawyers 2009, Who's Who Legal
2008
The Southern California Super Lawyers, Rising Stars Edition, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
1997 - Present
Partner, Wolfsdorf Rosenthal LLP
Associations
2014 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember of Department of State Liaison Committee
2007 - 2010
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember, AILA/Department of State Liaison Committee
2003 - 2015
AILA S. California ChapterConsular Affairs Liaison
Education
1995
Loyola Law School
law
1992
University of California at Los Angeles
undergraduate
Speaking Engagements
2016
Webinar
Hot Topics in NIV Consular Processing
2016
NAFSA Region XII Annual Conference
Entrepreneur/Investor Visas in the Elusive H-1B/New STEM OPT Era
2016
NAFSA Region XII Annual Conference
Consular Update 2016
2015
American Immigration Lawyers Association Audio Seminar
How to Unstick Your Stuck Consular Processing Case
2011
TexasBarCLE Advanced Immigration Law Course
Treaty Treatment: Investor and Trade Visas at U.S. Consulates
2011
AILA Southern California Chapter Monthly Meeting
Consular Processing Roundtable
2011
AILA National Annual Conference
Securing NIV Waivers for your Corporate Client’s Employee
2010
AILA's Annual Conference on Immigration Law
Third Country National Processing: Getting in Through the Back Door
2010
AILA Webinar
Security Clearances & Inspection Issues
2010
AILA Spring 2010 Texas/Oklahoma/New Mexico Chapter Conference
Consular Processing
2010
7th Annual AILA New England Immigration Law Conference
Problems at the Border/Consulate - Workshop
2009
NAFSA Region XII Annual Conference
The Visa Process: TCNs, Delays, Denials, & Other Important Updates
2009
NAFSA Region III
Consular Affairs Update
2009
22nd Annual AILA California Chapters Conference (2009)
NIV CONSULAR UPDATE—“LOST IN TRANSLATION”
2009
2009 AILA Annual Conference on Immigration Law
Hit Me! What Are the Odds of Securing an NIV Waiver for Your Corporate Client’s Employee?
2007
AILA National Conference
Getting the Ticket to Ride: NIV Consular Processing
Publications
2016
American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
Trends in Nonimmigrant Visa Adjudications Around the World
2015
Immigration Practice Pointers (AILA)
The Role of the National Visa Center
2012
Immigration Practice Pointers (AILA)
Guiding Clients Through Successful Immigrant Visa Processing
2009
Immigration & Nationality Law Handbook (2009–10 Edition)
NONIMMIGRANT WAIVERS OF INADMISSIBILITY UNDER INA §212(d)(3)
2009
The Visa Processing Guide and Consular Posts Handbook
Nogales, Mexico, Monterrey, Mexico and Ottawa, Canada Chapters
2006
"California Dreaming" 19th Annual AILA California Chapters Conference Handbook
Summer 2006 TCN Consular Update
2005
18th Annual AILA California Chapters Conference, An Update on the Practice of Immigration Law
Nonimmigrant Visa Processing in Canada or Mexico Remains the Best Option for Third Country Nationals
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I travel while waiting for citizenship?
08 Jan 2013
Q&A
Effect of DUI or wet reckless on F1 Visa/ OPT/ work visa
09 Jan 2012
Q&A
How long can I stay outside of the united states as a permanent resident?
05 Jan 2012
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
USCIS Clarifies O Validity Period When Gap Exists in Itinerary
05 Aug 2010
Legal Guide
ICE I-9 Final Rule Allows for Electronic Signatures, Scanning, Storage
05 Aug 2010
Legal Guide
Department of State Eliminates Nonimmigrant Visa Reciprocity Fees for Mexicans, Updates Schedule
31 Jul 2010