Houtan left his hometown of Toronto, Canada in 2005 to attend college in California at the University of California, Riverside, where he received a B.S. in Business Administration. Always told he was a good advocate and that he had an affinity for argumentation, Houtan began law school at Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego, California, in August of 2010. During his academic career at Thomas Jefferson, Houtan was granted a Jeffersonian Fellowship for his outstanding academic achievement, among other accolades. He has also served in numerous leadership capacities, including as Treasurer for the Student Bar Association and for the law school's Middle Eastern Law Students Association.
Deeply committed to entertainment and the protection of creativity, Houtan focused his legal studies on issues related to intellectual property and entertainment law. He has served as a staff law clerk at Thomas Jefferson's Arts and Entertainment Law Project at the Small Business Law Center, where he has acted as a legal advisor on intellectual property and business-related issues to low-income artists, actors, dancers, writers, musicians, filmmakers, and related non-profit organizations.
After becoming licensed, Houtan began practicing law in the fields of immigration and entertainment and later founded the Yaghmai Law Firm, APC in August 2015. The firm's practice centers around extraordinary ability immigrant visas for athletes, entertainers, actors, actresses, musicians, artists, executives, and other individuals with extraordinary ability who are at the very top of their field.
Practice areas
Focus on extraordinary ability cases such as EB-1A and O-1 petitions for sports & entertainment. I also handle marriage based green cards, family based green cards, consular processing, and citizenship/naturalization matters.
8 years
Focus on motor vehicle accidents including collisions involving trucks, buses, Uber, Lyft, bicycles, pedestrians, trains, and more.
8 years
Languages spoken
English, French, Persian
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 2014 | 02/06/2022 |
Legal answers | 5 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Clients' Choice Award | Avvo | 2020 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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President & Managing Attorney | Yaghmai Law Firm, APC | 2015 - Present |
Legal Intern | Small Business Law Center | 2013 - 2013 |
Legal Intern / Mediator | Superior Court Of California County Of San Diego | 2012 - 2012 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Consumer Attorney Association of Los Angeles | Member | 2016 - Present |
American Immigration Lawyers Association | Member | 2015 - Present |
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Southern California Chapter) | Member | 2015 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2014 - Present |
State Bar of California | Member | 2014 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Yaghmai Law Firm, APC Official Website | COVID-19: When will USCIS Offices Open & Resume Services? | 2020 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Thomas Jefferson School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2013 |
University of California - Riverside | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2010 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Multiple EB-1 Extraordinary Ability Petitions for Karatekas (Karate Players) | Approved |
EB-1 Extraordinary Ability Petition for Olympic Wrestler | Approved |
EB-1 Extraordinary Ability Petition for International Soccer Player | Approved |
Immediate Relative Petition & Adjustment of Status for DACA Recipient based on Marriage to USC | Approved |
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Anna Sergeeva, Immigration Attorney on May 1, 2022
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Houtan strives to provide excellent services to his clients and welcomes the challenges that come on the way. I am happy to endorse Houtan.
Farhana Akther, Unknown Attorney on Sep 1, 2020
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Houtan's talents and knowledge are easily exhibited by his professionalism and dedication to the practice of law. Houtan is not only committed to supporting his clients' legal rights but he will also find the time to support his peers and colleagues to help them excel in the practice of law. Whether you are a client looking for legal consultation/advice, or a law student or new attorney needing guidance, Houtan will direct you with honest and knowledgeable guidance and support.
Anna Sergeeva, Immigration Attorney on May 1, 2022
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Houtan strives to provide excellent services to his clients and welcomes the challenges that come on the way. I am happy to endorse Houtan.
Farhana Akther, Unknown Attorney on Sep 1, 2020
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Houtan's talents and knowledge are easily exhibited by his professionalism and dedication to the practice of law. Houtan is not only committed to supporting his clients' legal rights but he will also find the time to support his peers and colleagues to help them excel in the practice of law. Whether you are a client looking for legal consultation/advice, or a law student or new attorney needing guidance, Houtan will direct you with honest and knowledgeable guidance and support.
Nasteran Parvizi, Immigration Attorney on Aug 18, 2020
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Attorney Yaghmai is the epitome of professionalism. He truly puts his heart and soul in any case that he takes on and his attention to detail is nothing short of extraordinary. I will continue to work with Houtan and refer all my friends and family to him without reservation!
Claribel Palacios Madueña, Immigration Attorney on Jun 29, 2020
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Houtan is an intelligent and dedicated advocate within the legal community. Throughout his legal career, Houtan has strived to provide excellent representation, and is truly invested in his clients. I have no doubt that his depth of knowledge regarding extraordinary ability immigrant visas produces great results and happy clients. I highly recommend this lawyer.
John Khosravi, Immigration Attorney on May 26, 2020
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Houtan understands the EB-1a Extraordinary Ability Green Card very well and is excellent at helping athletes come to the US.
Tina Abdolhosseini, Immigration Attorney on Apr 24, 2020
Relationship: Worked together on matter
The best immigration and personal injury attorney in town!
Eiman Rejali, Immigration Attorney on Jul 9, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Houtan is one of the most meticulous people I know. He strives to be perfect in his work and the results he obtains for his clients shows his level of dedication and knowledge of the law. Houtan is a caring attorney and never stops helping his clients.
Omid Rejali, Immigration Attorney on Jun 19, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mr. Yaghmai is one of the most intelligent people I have ever met. I have worked closely with him on several matters. He is extremely skilled on immigration matters specifically on handling cases related to EB-1 (National Interest Waivers), O-1 applications and many others. His work is impeccable. I fully endorse Mr. Yaghmai.