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  • La Habra, CA
  • Licensed for 8 years
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About Jeanny

Jeanny Tsoi is an immigration attorney, a winner of the Avvo Clients' Choice award, and recipient of the Super Lawyers Rising Stars award. She focuses on business and family immigration matters. Her job is to reunite families, help individuals obtain U.S. citizenship, and assist foreign corporations/entrepreneurs with international expansion.

Ms. Tsoi is admitted to the State Bar of California, the United States District Court for the Central District of California, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.

She is fluent in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese.

If you or your loved ones need help navigating the complex U.S. immigration system, please contact her to schedule a free consultation.

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Practice areas

Immigration
  1. Immigration: 100%

    I have worked on the following employment-based cases: L-1, E-2, O-1, EB-1A, EB-1B, EB-1C, and EB-2 (e.g. National Interest Waiver). I also worked on U-visa, VAWA, I-130, I-601/601A waivers, N-400 (citizenship), etc.

    8 years

Languages spoken

Cantonese, Mandarin, English

Photos and videos

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Contact

JT Esq., A Professional Law Corporation

1001 W. Imperial Hwy., Ste. 3266
La Habra, CA, 90631

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
CAActive201205/10/2021
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers66
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Rising StarSuper Lawyers2021
Rising StarSuper Lawyers2020
Rising StarSuper Lawyers2019
Clients' Choice AwardAvvo2018
Cum LaudeUniversity of Southern California2008
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Immigration AttorneyJT Esq.2020 - Present
AttorneyWilner & O'Reilly, APLC2015 - 2020
AttorneyLaw Offices of Hu and Associates2014 - 2015
AttorneyLaw Offices of Rosana Cheung2013 - 2014
Of CounselImmigration Law Office of Los Angeles, P.C.2013 - 2013
AttorneyLaw Office of Joseph Shemaria2012 - 2013
Law ClerkPasadena District Attorney's Office2011 - 2011
Research Assistant for Contract Law ProfessorSouthwestern Law School2011 - 2011
Law ClerkSouthwestern Law School - Immigration Law Clinic2010 - 2010
Legal AssistantChimienti Law Firm2009 - 2009
Legal AssistantLaw Offices of Steve Qi and Associates2008 - 2009
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember2020 - Present
Asian Business League (ABL)Member2018 - Present
Orange County Asian American Bar Association (OCAABA)Member2018 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth CircuitAttorney2015 - Present
United States District Court for the Central District of CaliforniaAttorney2014 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaAttorney2012 - Present
ProVisorMember2018 - 2019
Phi Alpha Delta Law FraternityVice President2009 - 2012
Asian Pacific American Law Student AssociationMember2009 - 2012
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Wilner & O'ReillyDISSECTING THE L-1A ONE-YEAR FOREIGN EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENT2019
Wilner & O'ReillyIf the U.S. citizen spouse passes away, may the surviving spouse (without legal status) still apply for a green card?2019
Wilner and O'Reilly APLCAlternatives to the Stringent EB-5 Petition – L-1A & E-2 Visas2018
Wilner and O'Reilly APLCAnd the Oscar Goes To...2018
LinkedInAlternatives to the Stringent EB-5 Petition – L-1A & E-2 Visas2018
LinkedInL-1A Managers/Executives Who Do Not Directly Oversee Subordinate Employees Still Qualify for L-1A Classification2018
FacebookWhy L-1A and E-2 Over EB-5?2018
Wilner and O'Reilly APLCHow Does the Visa Retrogression of April 2018 Affect Chinese EB-1 Cases?2018
Wilner & O'Reilly APLCThe Game-Changing Visa Bulletin Has Been Released! How Does This Affect Your Green Card Application?2018
Wilner & O'Reilly APLCPREMIUM PROCESSING FEE WILL INCREASE AS OF OCTOBER 1, 2018. HOW DOES THIS AFFECT YOU?2018
Wilner & O'Reilly APLCAlternative to DACA Advance Parole2017
Wilner & O'Reilly APLCNew Immigration Avenue for Entrepreneurs2017
Wilner & O'Reilly APLCImmigration: International Students & Post-Graduation Options2017
Orange Country Business JournalPast and Present Immigration Reform - Trump Card?2015
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Southwestern University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2012
University of Southern CaliforniaBA - Bachelor of Arts2008
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Facebook VideoHow Does the Visa Retrogression of April 2018 Affect Chinese EB-1 Cases?2018
Facebook VideoWhy L-1A and E-2 Over EB-52018
California State University, FullertonDiscussion of Employment-Based Visas and Green Card Applications2017
California State University, FullertonDACA - Current Events2017
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
VAWA Green Card ApprovedGreen Card Approved
VAWA Work Permit ApprovedVAWA Work Permit Approved
I-140 Petition Approved After Responding to Challenging Request for EvidenceI-140 Approved
H-1B ExtensionH-1B Extension Approved
Received green card, after waiting for 10 yearsReceived green card
Motion to Reopen for L-1AL-1A Extension Approved

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Review Jeanny Tsoi

Business owner

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We met with Jeanny via Zoom, to discuss our options as it relates to an investors visa. Jeanny was extremely professional and knowledgeable about the entire process. Jeanny has a very great demeanour and easy to talk to. Jeanny explained the whole process in a way that we were able to understand and made us feel confident in our decision to choose her as a lawyer. We definitely will be using her and her firm to represent us, and we look forward to our continued work together. Jeanny even took the time to ensure we had the most up to date information while on the call. We appreciate her joyous attitude and extremely professional and knowledgeable information.
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Consulted attorney
Jeanny Tsoi's response: Thank you for your kind words! Look forward to assisting you and your spouse.

特别好的律师

Posted by

是一个非常有职业道德，人还非常热心，非常耐心的帮我解答一下移民事务我所不知道的问题，非常感谢蔡律师非常详细的解答一些移民政策！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！
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Jeanny Tsoi's response: Thank you!

An Immigration Lawyer We Need

Posted by

As we all know, waiting for green card is not fun for an immigrant, this is especially true during such a turbulent time. Me and several other friends consulted Jeanny recently regarding current immigration policy changes and expressed our concerns over those, she patently explained everything and provided advice regarding different cases. I can feel her passion and compassion towards immigrants who need legal advice desperately, I think that's all a person can ask for from an immigration lawyer. If I lived in CA area, I would have Jeanny represent my case in a heart beat.
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Consulted attorney
Jeanny Tsoi's response: Hi Xi! Thank you for your kind words. The good news is, even if you are not in CA, I can represent you since a lot of the work can be done without in-person contact (esp now amid COVID-19) :) Let me know if you need further assistance. Stay safe and I wish you and your family the best of luck!

Great Experience

Posted by

Jeanny is great. I met her through a professional networking app I was working on and she didn’t hesitate to offer a helping hand when I unexpectedly needed advice on an immigration issue. She seems very trustworthy and I look forward to working with her as I resolve my situation.
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
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She is awesome!

Posted by

Jeanny is awesome, she answered of the questions we had. The officer was running late that day but Jeanny was waiting with us. Our case went smoothly. We would definitely love to work with her again!
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney
Jeanny Tsoi's response: It was a pleasure representing you and your beautiful family! Thank you for the great review :)

Quick response during trying times

Posted by

We got a RFE over a weekend and was really worried. Jeanny responded even during the weekend to answer first level of questions. She has been really helpful and responds lightning quick. I would recommend Jeanny based on interactions so far.
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Consulted attorney
Jeanny Tsoi's response: Thank you for your review! I wish you and your family the best.

always there for me

Posted by

Jeanny is there all the way through the process, i always had someone to talk to and ask questions. always got a response and i have dedicated people that will answer any and every question i have. i got and am getting the best service i could expect.
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney
Jeanny Tsoi's response: You are too kind Matt! Cannot wait to see you and your fiance in my office :)

Green card approved (EB1C)

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Ms. Tsoi accompanied me and my family to the AOS interview, since all of EBs are subject to interview right now. She was very professional and help us prepared every possible question. The suggestions she gave were really useful. The whole family didn't have any problem with the interview and four days after the interview, it shows our cards are being produced. I strongly recommend Ms Tsoi, you'll feel comfortable with her helping your immigration case!
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney
Jeanny Tsoi's response: It was a great pleasure representing you and your beautiful family! Congratulations once again!

Success

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Ms. Tsoi and her team were integral in helping us obtain a US passport for my half-brother allowing him to come to the USA. Long story short, my parents are divorced and my father moved to Thailand where he had my brother. My father died before he could do a report of birth which complicated the process of verifying my brother's citizenship. We had to look for and gather old records to establish a connection between my brother and our dead father (at the time he had been dead for 15 years). With the records we had, the US embassy requested DNA testing between myself and my brother. The DNA test established a genetic connection and that, along with the records, was finally enough to allow the immigration officers to grant my brother his US passport. Ms. Tsoi and her team established & maintained communications with the embassy throughout the process making sure the steps the embassy requested were followed and issues resolved.
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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Jeanny Tsoi's response: Thank you for your wonderful review John! It made my day. We are so happy that you and your brother will reunite soon! We wish your family the best!

L1 VISA APPLICATION

Posted by

I know Jeanny from one of my best friends. Once we started discussion, feel Jeanny is quite professional and a lots experience on the Visa type I need. Highly recommanded if you need to apply the L1 Visa
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Consulted attorney
Jeanny Tsoi's response: Thank you for your trust in me and my firm!
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Attorney endorsements

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Rebecca Schach, Immigration Attorney on Mar 23, 2018
Relationship: Co-worker

Jeanny is an active listener and that counts for alot! I endorse this lawyer.

Jennifer Rozdzielski, Immigration Attorney on Mar 19, 2018
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer.

Sully Bryan, Immigration Attorney on Dec 19, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer.

Richard Wilner, Immigration Attorney on Dec 19, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer.

Gary Wong, Immigration Attorney on Jan 10, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Jeanny Tsoi is patient, very polite, and very kind. It was a pleasure to have the opportunity to work with her. I endorse this lawyer.

Joshua Despain, Immigration Attorney on Oct 10, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker

Clients are comfortable when Jeanny is handling their cases. She sets clients at ease and helps them feel positive and confident.

William Gay, Immigration Attorney on Oct 7, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I have provided corporate and securities support to Jeanny in several visa application cases that she has handled. I have found her to be conscientious and thorough, and can strongly endorse her for any immigration matter.

Chien-Yu Wang, Immigration Attorney on Oct 5, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer.

Talia Burnett, Immigration Attorney on Oct 5, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker

Jeanny is a fantastic immigration lawyer specializing in employment-based immigration matters. She is skilled with EB-5, E-2, L-1A and several other transactional visas. Jeanny also has experience in family based immigration and deportation defense.

Jordan Moody, Immigration Attorney on Aug 2, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker

Jeanny knows the law, and her language skills come in handy very frequently. She is a great asset to our firm. I endorse this lawyer.

Anthony Martinez, Immigration Attorney on May 10, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker

Ms. Tsoi is a fantastic lawyer. She is knowledgeable, hard working, and committed to clients. What impresses me most is her customer service. Clients are always able to reach her and she regularly updates them on the status of their case. I would encourage anyone seeking a criminal defense or immigration attorney to secure Ms. Tsoi as counsel.

Scott Mcvarish, Immigration Attorney on May 6, 2013
Relationship: Supervised lawyer

Ms. Tsoi is a hard-working and dedicated attorney. She has a great grasp of the law and is quick to learn new nuances that bedevil many of her peers. I have been impressed by her willingness to work on a case at a moment's notice and master its details and facts quicker than most attorneys.

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