Yi Kang Shyr

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Yi Kang Shyr

also known as Jeff Shyr, Attorney 石

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 9 years

Immigration Lawyer at El Monte, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration, Asylum

9650 Telstar Ave, Unit A, El Monte, CA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Yi

Biography

I CARE FOR IMMIGRANTS! "Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble." 1 Peter 3:8

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Immigration 70%

All aspects of family-based and employment-based immigration; Court cases in Immigration Court, in the Board of Immigration Appeals, and before state and federal courts; Consular cases at United States consulates and embassies worldwide; Applications and petitions filed with United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS); Representation of individuals in deferred inspection; and All other cases touching upon immigration.

11 years | 280 cases

70%
Asylum 30%

Affirmative asylum applications in asylum office and defensive asylum in immigration court.

11 years | 76 cases

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 200-500 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2023 2022
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+ 5

Licenses

Licensed in California for 9 years

State: California

Acquired: 2016

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Shyr Law Firm

9650 Telstar Ave, Unit A, El Monte, CA, 91731

shyrlawfirm.com/

Online Presence

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Yi Kang Shyr's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

69 Client Reviews

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Posted by Yana | December 09, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Exceptional Attorney Who Mastered My Complicated Case

I cannot recommend Attorney Jeff Shyr and his team highly enough. My immigration case was extremely complicated and had many tangled pieces from decades ago. Jeff took the time to understand every detail, untangled all the knots, and guided me through each step with clarity, confidence, and so much p...atience. Throughout this long journey, he was steady, responsive, and always made me feel supported — even when the process felt overwhelming. Thanks to his expertise and persistence, my green card was finally approved, which is something I’ve been waiting for most of my life. I’m deeply grateful for Jeff’s professionalism, compassion, and dedication. If you have a complicated case or simply want an attorney you can trust, he is absolutely the one you want by your side.

Posted by Roberto Valdez | July 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Trustful and to the point

Jeff helped me successfully renew my TN work permit twice, and most importantly, got my Green Card approved on the first try. Everything went smoothly each time thanks to his guidance. He was clear, responsive, and always had my back through the process. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a... solid immigration attorney who really knows what he’s doing.

Posted by Barnabas | April 01, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Lawyer Shyr helped with my wife's marriage green card tremendously!

My own personal experience with seeing how long it took my dad to get his green card and by extension me made me realize just how important hiring the right immigration lawyer is. After reviewing and researching multiple options, Lawyer Mr. Yi Kang "Jeff" Shyr and his firm stood out the most due his ...own experience navigating the complex naturalization process as well as how easy it was to talk to him. Not only does he have outstanding legal skills, he also provides thorough communication and genuine care for clients. He is responsive, knowledgeable, and makes navigating the intricacies of immigration law easier and accessible. Mr. Shyr not only provides expert legal counsel, but also is truly an empathetic and supportive advocate.

Posted by Yuzhong | March 31, 2025 | Hired Attorney

A Truly Patient, Responsible, and Trustworthy Lawyer – Highly Recommended

I am truly grateful for the outstanding service and dedication Mr.Shyr provided throughout my case. From our very first meeting, he demonstrated a remarkable level of patience, professionalism, and attention to detail. He took the time to carefully explain every step of the process, always making sur...e I fully understood my options and what to expect. What impressed me most was his unwavering commitment and responsiveness. No matter how many questions I had or how anxious I felt, he was always there to provide clear answers and reassurance. He never rushed me, never ignored a message, and always treated my concerns with respect and seriousness. His deep knowledge of the law and thoughtful communication gave me confidence during a stressful time. I always felt supported and knew I was in good hands. If you’re looking for a lawyer who is not only responsible and highly competent but also genuinely cares about his clients, I wholeheartedly recommend him. You won’t find someone more patient, thorough, and trustworthy.

Posted by Muralidhar | September 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Yi Kang Shyr (Jeff) is exceptionally talented and committed

I highly recommend attorney Yi Kang (Jeff) for his exceptional talent in immigration needs. When I found myself in urgent need of an O1 Visa, Jeff’s expertise and dedication were instrumental in obtaining my approval in a timely manner. Jeff's thorough and efficient approach to handling my visa appl...ication exceeded my expectations. Not only he delivered outstanding results, but he also made himself available and approachable throughout the process. Although I initially found him through an online search, his professional support and outstanding assistance were remarkable. For anyone seeking immigration assistance, I strongly recommend reaching out to Jeff. His skillful handling of immigration matters makes him one of the top attorneys in the field. This is sincerely my heartfelt recommendation. Thank you once again, Jeff, for all your support throughout the process.

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Yi Kang Shyr's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lauren Chee

Immigration lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Great immigration attorney. Would not recommend anyone else to get the job done."

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Benjamin Kim

Immigration lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jeff is a passionate attorney who is dedicated to his work product. He is highly competent and ethical in his legal practice."

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Joseph Sung

Immigration lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nehemiah Choi

Immigration lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Jeff since law school. He is a passionate and compassionate person at heart, coupled with intelligence and rigor. When I (as a fellow attorney) have questions about immigration law, he would be the first to turn to for advice and guidance."

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Huechi Wong

Immigration lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I referred a client of mine that was dealing with immigration issues to Yi Kang and she felt that he was very knowledgable and passionate about her case."

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Anish Vashistha

Immigration lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I have been practicing a long time and know a good lawyer when I see one. Mr. Shyr understands the intricacies of immigration law better than most immigration lawyers who've been practicing since before I first became licensed. He is professional in his approach to his cases and compassionate toward the clients. He has an attitude of someone who wants to get the job done for his clients and aggressively pursues the clients' goals using his in-depth knowledge of the law and fluid and easily understandable arguing style. He does not back down and knows how to fight for his clients. I thought he was so remarkable that I made him a part of my firm where we handle very difficult and complicated immigration matters. There has not been an immigration case yet that Mr. Shyr has not been able to tackle. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Gregory Lin

Immigration lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Lee

Immigration lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He cares for his clients and is thorough in his approach."

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Michelle Chung

Immigration lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Yi Kang for many years and I have the privilege of calling him my colleague and friend. In all my years in law, I have never met anyone with more passion for immigration law. It's more than just a job for Yi Kang. He will do whatever he can for his clients, big or small. Yi Kang knows the immigration code like the back of his hand. As a result, he has the unique ability to come up with smart, effective strategy to utilize the code to his client's advantage."

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Christopher Lee

Employment and labor lawyer

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Charles Lee

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2024

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2023

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2023

Client's Choice, Avvo

2023

Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2022

Client's Choice, Avvo

2022

Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Client's Choice, Avvo

2021

Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters

2020

Top Immigration Attorney 2020, America's Top 100 Attorneys

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Client's Choice, Avvo

2020

Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters

2019

10 Best Attorney Under 40, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2019

California's Top 10 Immigration Law Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

2019

Southern California's Top Young Lawyers, American Registry

2019

Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2014

CALI Excellence for the Future Award, Santa Clara University Law School

2014

Dean's Honor, Santa Clara University Law School

2011

Dean's Honor, UCLA

2011

Magna Cum Laude Honor, UCLA

2010

Dean's Honor, UCLA

2009

Dean's Honor, UCLA

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Founding Attorney, Shyr Law Firm

2015 - Present

Attorney at Law, Law Firm of Anish Vashistha, APLC

2015 - 2016

Pro Bono Law Clerk, USC Gould Immigration Clinic

2014 - 2014

Law Clerk, Los Angeles Legal Aid Foundation (LAFLA)

2011 - 2011

Intern, Congressman Brad Sherman

Associations

2019 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

2019 - Present

California Lawyers Association

Member

2019 - Present

Southern California Chinese Lawyers Association

Member

2019 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2015 - Present

Asian Pacific American Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Korean American Bar Association of Southern California

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

O-1A Extraordinary Ability Visa

Approved in 6 days

Joint Motion to Terminate Proceedings

Judge terminated proceedings and client successfully obtained his green card

601A Hardship Waiver

Waiver Approved

Motion to Reopen & to Rescind Removal Order

Won

Asylum in Removal Proceedings

Asylum Granted

97% Immigration Cases Approved and/or Granted

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Education

2016

University of Southern California Gould School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2011

University of California - Los Angeles

BA - Political Science (Psychology Minor)

Speaking Engagements

2020

Phi Alpha Delta

Immigration Law

Publications

2023

Chinese Daily News Journal Christian Persecution Intensifies in China, Religious Asylum in the US

Languages

Mandarin

English

Activity

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