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Brian David Lerner

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  • Long Beach, CA
  • Licensed for 30 years
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About Brian

I have been a licensed attorney since 1992 and started the Law Offices of Brian D. Lerner, APC. My practice consists of Immigration and Nationality Law and everything involved with and regarding immigration which includes citizenship, investment visas, family and employment visas, removal and deportation hearings, appeals, waivers, adjustment, consulate processing and all types of immigration and citizenship matters. 

 

You can self-schedule a free consultation at blerner.checkappointments.com

 


I have passed a rigorous examination and extensive experience requirements by the State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization. Currently, there are only about 200 out of 200,000 attorneys. Currently, I have over 700 Immigration Videos on Youtube, over 4.25 million views and over 117,000 likes on Facebook.

 

I have just be recertified by the State of California as an Expert in Immigration and Nationality Law until 2020.

The Immigration Law part of the Law Offices of Brian D. Lerner, APC handles cases arising from business visas, work permits, Green Cards, non-immigrant visas, deportation, citizenship, appeals and all areas of immigration. The Law Offices of Brian D. Lerner, APC does EB-5 Investor Visas, H-1B Specialty Occupation, L-1 Intracompany Transferee, E-2 Treaty Investor, E-1 Treaty Trader, O-1 Extraordinary Ability among others. We also do K-1 Fiancee and K-3 Spouse Visas. Regarding immigrant visas for the Green Card, we do PERM and advanced degree PERM, Family Petitions, and Extraordinary Alien Petitions. In addition to affirmative petitions, we represent people in people in deportation and removal hearings, including political asylum, withholding of removal, and convention against torture cases.

Specialties

Immigration Attorney, Certified Specialist in Immigration and Nationality Law

Practice areas

  1. Immigration: 85%

    I am a certified specialist in Immigration Law. My firm prepares immigration cases arising from business visas, work permits, Green Cards, non-immigrant visas, deportation, citizenship, appeals, waivers and all other areas of immigration. We have clients all over the U.S. and have helped saved families from being torn apart by Immigration. We fight the hard cases. Don't lose hope. Make sure it is done right. Call 562-495-0554 or e-mail us at [email protected] We can help.

    31 years, 4,250 cases

  2. Asylum: 15%

    This firm can and have prepared asylum cases from many countries from around the world. From the persecution in different parts of Europe to the gun violence in Mexico to the FGM in parts of Africa we might be able to help. Give our office a call for a free consultation.

    31 years, 250 cases

Languages spoken

Spanish, English, Tagalog

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Contact

Law Offices of Brian D. Lerner, APC

Long Beach Law Building
3233 E. Broadway
Long Beach, CA, 90803

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
CAActive199206/13/2022
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers1687
Legal guides567
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate Granted
20 Year Licensed and Practicing AttorneyMartindale-Hubbell2012
Who's Who in Executives and ProfessionalsNational Register of Who's Who for Executives and Professionals2004
Certified Specialist in Immigration and Nationality LawCalifornia State Bar, Board of Legal Specialization2000
work experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Attorney at LawLaw Offices of Brian D. Lerner, APC1996 - Present
Attorney at LawLaw Offices of Marks, Acalin & Lerner1994 - 1996
associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Los Angeles County Bar Association, Commercial Law and Bankruptcy SectionMember2009 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember1996 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar Association, Immigration Law SectionOfficer1995 - Present
publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Asian JournalThe Widow Penalty Ends2009
The California ExaminerEB-5: The Basics2009
The TalibaPERM2009
Asian JournalWhat do I have to be thankful for?2009
California ExaminerCan I be deported for this crime?2009
Peoples JournalWhat is a background check?2009
Peoples JournalMy Crime was vacated! Now What?2009
California ExaminerI'm over 21. Can I still adjust status?2009
California ExaminerI don't qualify for any visa.2009
TalibaMy background check is taking forever2009
Asian JournalWhat is the Bankruptcy Estate?2009
Peoples JournalCan unemployment be used in calculating income for the means test?2009
Immigration Law TodayBusiness Without Borders- Obtaining E-1 and E-2 Status for Foreign Investors2008
education
School nameDegreeGraduated
McGeorge SOL Univ of the PacificJuris Doctor1991
Univ of Southern CalifBS - Bachelor of Science in Business Administratin1988
speaking engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Introduction to Immigration Law for AttorneysImmigration Introduction to Work Visas2010
LawReview CLEIntroduction to Immigration Seminar2010
Jordan High School Legal SymposiamVarious Legal Subjects for High School Boys2009
legal cases
Case nameOutcome
RIVAS vs. Janet NapolitanoRemanded to USDC
In Re: PatelGranted
In Re: ValbuenaDischarged Granted
In Re: TurnerDischarged Granted
In Re: ArmijoDischarged Granted
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Lawyer Naoki Sekiya

Naoki Sekiya, Immigration Attorney on Jul 1, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer!

Lawyer Leonard Roy Boyer

Leonard Boyer, Immigration Attorney on May 29, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Lerner is a very knowledgeable attorney who freely educates members of both the bar and public on immigration matters.

Lawyer Aryeh Leichter

Aryeh Leichter, Immigration Attorney on Jun 1, 2015
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Judd Nemiro, Unknown Attorney on Mar 20, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. An excellent and knowledgeable attorney who really cares about clients.

Lawyer Sean Cleary

Sean Cleary, Immigration Attorney on Dec 18, 2014
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I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community.

Lawyer John M O'Brien

John O'Brien, Immigration Attorney on Oct 2, 2014
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An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible.

Lawyer William Hilton Ridings Jr

William Ridings, Immigration Attorney on Sep 5, 2014
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Lawyer Hovanes Margarian

Hovanes Margarian, Immigration Attorney on Jul 9, 2014
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Lawyer Daniel Tam

Daniel Tam, Unknown Attorney on Feb 20, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. It is clear by reading the answers in the AVVO community that this lawyer is a top notch attorney who is highly respected in the legal community.

Lawyer John Michael Phillips

John Phillips, Unknown Attorney on Dec 16, 2013
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I endorse Attorney Lerner. 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

Lawyer Craig S Orent

Craig Orent, Immigration Attorney on Oct 17, 2013
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Lawyer Joseph Caraccio

Joseph Caraccio, Immigration Attorney on Oct 15, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. He is extremely knowledgable of immigration law and often gives insightful answers.

Lawyer Jay Ignacio Nunez

Jay Nunez, Immigration Attorney on Oct 14, 2013
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Brian and I taught a CLE course on immigration, and I found him knowledgeable about all aspects of immigration law. I endorse this lawyer.

Lawyer David P Gonet

David Gonet, Immigration Attorney on Sep 6, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Lerner has shown an outstanding grasp of the law.

Lawyer George Chakmakis Jr

George Chakmakis, Immigration Attorney on Sep 4, 2013
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Lawyer Kevin C. Murphy

Kevin Murphy, Immigration Attorney on Aug 29, 2013
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Brian is a pillar of the San Diego legal community, and is very active in our professional organizations. If ever there is a need for advice on immigration, Brian is a wealth of knowledge and resources for attorneys and clients alike. I highly recommend this attorney!

Lawyer Kevin Michael Burke

Kevin Burke, Immigration Attorney on Aug 29, 2013
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Lawyer Jennifer L. Ellis

Jennifer Ellis, Immigration Attorney on May 8, 2013
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Lawyer M. Todd Miller

M. Miller, Immigration Attorney on May 2, 2013
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Lawyer Wesley Kent Hill

Wesley Hill, Immigration Attorney on Oct 7, 2012
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I heartily endorse Brian and would recommend his services. As an avid Avvo contributor, he demonstrates his knowledge and command of the law as well as his desire to help others. Attorneys are not paid to answer questions on this site, but he willingly shares his expertise with the public and other attorneys.

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