Abby W. Bekele

Abby W. Bekele

also known as Law Office of Abby Bekele

4.9
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 11 years

Immigration Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration, Divorce & Separation

401 W A Street, Ste 1100, San Diego, CA

About Abby

Biography

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 100-295 per hour


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 11 years

State: California

Acquired: 2014

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Law office of Abby Bekele

401 W A Street, Ste 1100, San Diego, CA, 92101

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Abby W. Bekele's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

34 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 14 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by EM | November 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Knowledgeable and professional Attorney

Abby is an extremely professional and knowledgeable attorney. She is honest with her clients and always ensures that the work is done correctly. Her attention to detail and the way she addresses her clients’ concerns are truly commendable. If you are looking for an immigration attorney who will ge...nuinely fight for your case and make sure your application is as strong as possible, you should contact Abby. She communicates efficiently and explains complex legal terminology in a simple, understandable way so you can clearly grasp every aspect of your case. Overall, Abby is an excellent immigration attorney. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking help with immigration matters, she will handle your case effectively, professionally, and gracefully.

Posted by Munit | February 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best imigration Attorney in San Diego

Dear Abby, I can't thank you enough for helping my Mom to obtain her American citizenship. Without your understanding and knowledge we could not do it. We started the application process without discussing her situation with a professional and as we learned it the hard way, that was a big mistake. ...However, your knowledge of the laws and understanding of our problems helped us through the hardest times. My advice to specially Ethiopians and Eritreans who are just beginning the immigration process is to consult you. We are fortunate to have you here in Beautiful San Diego, California Thank you and we wish you many more years of excellent service in good health. Munit

Posted by Bekele | July 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Immigration Process

I recently had the pleasure of working with Abby Bekele for wife immigration process. She took the time to thoroughly understand my situation, explained the legal options available, and provided clear guidance on the best course of action. Abby was always responsive, keeping me informed about the pro...gress of my case and promptly addressing any questions or concerns I had. What truly stood out was Abby's commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for me. She navigated complex legal issues with ease and provided invaluable support throughout the entire process. Thanks to Abby's expertise and hard work, my case was resolved successfully and efficiently. I highly recommend Abby to anyone in need of legal assistance. Her professionalism, compassion, and dedication make her an outstanding attorney who truly cares about her clients. Thank you ,Abby, for your exceptional service!

Posted by Ermias | May 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

EB2-NIW case with Abby

Abby has recently help in the process of filing my EB-2 NIW case. She is a great professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. Throughout the entire process, Abby kept me informed and updated on the progress of my case. She is always available to answer any questions I had and address any c...oncerns I raised. Her attention to detail and thoroughness was truly impressive and made me feel confident that my case was in good hands. Most importantly, Abby was able to achieve a fantastic result for me. And I am happy that my case was approved. Overall, I would highly recommend Abby to anyone in need of legal assistance.

Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family

Review of a Great Service

Abby gave me all the necessary information and helped me decide for myself. She ensured that I was always aware of the status of the case. I was going through a rough time, but she made things simple. Her instructions were very clear. She was very polite, professional, organized, and honest. I recomm...end her to anyone who needs a family lawyer.

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Abby W. Bekele's Lawyer Endorsements

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Milena Celentano

Unknown lawyer | May 09

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Shakespear Feyissa

Immigration lawyer | Mar 02

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"I endorse this lawyer. Abby is a very organized and incredibly talented lawyer. Anyone lucky enough to hire her will be undoubtedly receives the best legal representation."

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Ross Russell

Unknown lawyer | Aug 11

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"Abby is an exceptional attorney that has shown a mastery of a diverse of important range of legal fields. Clients are well-served by her impressive knowledge and great instincts. I endorse this lawyer."

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Serawit Abebe

Unknown lawyer | Aug 11

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"Abby has always been a hardworking, vision driven, and a compassionate person. I admire her commitment to justice. I endorse her with abundant proud and confidence."

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Giacomo Behar

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 10

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"I endorse this promising young new lawyer."

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Marina Melman

Child custody lawyer | Aug 04

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"Abby is an exceptional attorney who provides clear, accurate, and informative advice on the Q&A section on Avvo. She has proven to be a great member of the Avvo legal community and I endorse her fully."

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Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 21

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Founding Attorney, Law Office of Abby Bekele

2013 - 2013

Summer Associate, Casa Cornelia Law Center

2007 - 2008

Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, United Nations

2003 - 2004

Assistant Judge, Federal High Court of Ethiopia

Associations

State Bar of California

Member

San Diego Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

N-336 Request for Hearing

The naturalization denial was reversed.

Green Card

Got green card.

Divorce

Marital Settlement Agreement

Child Custody and Visitation

Gor shared custody of the childeren.

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Education

2014

Thomas Jefferson School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Publications

2005

Antwerp University Gender Inequality in Government Decision Making Bodies in Ethiopia: Overview, Challenges, Current Policy and Reforms

Languages

English

Amharic

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