Tammy Sumontha

Tammy Sumontha

also known as Your Thai Lawyer, Law Offices of Tammy Sumontha

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Immigration Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration

1455 Frazee Road, Suite 500, San Diego, CA

About Tammy

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Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

14 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 14 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2011

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Tammy Sumontha

1455 Frazee Road, Suite 500, San Diego, CA, 92108

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Tammy Sumontha's Reviews

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60 Client Reviews

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Posted by Apimon | November 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Tammy will make your dreams come true!

In 2016, I applied with the USCIS to sponsor my daughter, who was living in Thailand, to acquire an immigrant visa/green card for her and her daughter. The process was very complicated and over the years, I would submit all of the forms that were requested; then I would wait for months, before see...ing more requests for various pieces of information. At times, the USCIS was not very clear in what they were requesting and this caused what seemed like countless delays. Finally, after many roadblocks and frustrations with the process, I contacted the Law Offices of Tammy Sumontha in September of 2022. After our initial consultation, I hired Tammy to help me with my daughter’s Legal Permanent Residency (“Green Card”) and immediately, Tammy and her staff took control and set the process in motion! As a native Thai speaking person, it was a relief that I could effectively communicate with an attorney who not only understood me, but one who I understood. Tammy and her staff are experts with the immigration process and knew exactly what to do…every step of the way. In July of 2025, my daughter and granddaughter’s VISAs were finally approved! They both arrived in the United States in September of 2025, 9 years after I initially applied. Even after approval, Tammy and her staff remained vigilant in ensuring there were no typos on their VISAs that would delay the process. Even up until the day they finally received their Green cards, Tammy and her staff carefully inspected their green cards for typos! Finally, Tammy followed up with important notes about their green cards, as well as important dates and other important information. There are no words to convey how grateful I am to Tammy and her staff for their professionalism and perseverance in making our dreams come true. Thank you! ในปี 2559 ฉันได้ยื่นคำร้องต่อสำนักงาน USCIS เพื่อขอเป็นสปอนเซอร์ให้ลูกสาวที่อาศัยอยู่ในประเทศไทย เพื่อขอวีซ่าถาวร/กรีนการ์ดให้กับเธอและลูกสาวของเธอ ขั้นตอนนี้ซับซ้อนมาก และตลอดหลายปีที่ผ่านมา ฉันต้องยื่นแบบฟอร์มทั้งหมดตามที่ร้องขอ จากนั้นฉันก็ต้องรอหลายเดือน กว่าจะเห็นคำขอข้อมูลต่างๆ เพิ่มเติม บางครั้ง USCIS ก็ไม่ชัดเจนว่าพวกเขากำลังขออะไรอยู่ ซึ่งทำให้เกิดความล่าช้ามากมาย ในที่สุด หลังจากเผชิญกับอุปสรรคและความยุ่งยากมากมายในกระบวนการนี้ ฉันได้ติดต่อสำนักงานกฎหมายของแทมมี่ สุมณฑา ในเดือนกันยายน 2565 หลังจากการปรึกษาหารือเบื้องต้น ฉันได้ว่าจ้างแทมมี่ให้ช่วยเรื่องถิ่นที่อยู่ถาวรตามกฎหมาย (“กรีนการ์ด”) ของลูกสาว และแทมมี่และทีมงานของเธอก็เข้ามาควบคุมและเริ่มต้นกระบวนการนี้ทันที! ในฐานะคนพูดภาษาไทยโดยกำเนิด ฉันรู้สึกโล่งใจมากที่ได้สื่อสารกับทนายความที่ไม่เพียงแต่เข้าใจฉันเท่านั้น แต่ยังเป็นคนที่ฉันเข้าใจอีกด้วย แทมมี่และทีมงานของเธอมีความเชี่ยวชาญในกระบวนการตรวจคนเข้าเมือง และรู้ว่าต้องทำอย่างไร...ทุกขั้นตอน ในเดือนกรกฎาคม ปี 2568 วีซ่าของลูกสาวและหลานสาวของฉันได้รับการอนุมัติในที่สุด! พวกเขาทั้งสองเดินทางมาถึงสหรัฐอเมริกาในเดือนกันยายน ปี 2568 ซึ่งเป็นเวลา 9 ปีหลังจากที่ฉันยื่นขอวีซ่าครั้งแรก แม้หลังจากได้รับการอนุมัติแล้ว แทมมี่และทีมงานของเธอก็ยังคงระมัดระวังในการตรวจสอบให้แน่ใจว่าไม่มีการพิมพ์ผิดในวีซ่าที่จะทำให้กระบวนการล่าช้า แม้กระทั่งจนถึงวันที่พวกเขาได้รับกรีนการ์ด แทมมี่และทีมงานของเธอยังคงตรวจสอบกรีนการ์ดอย่างละเอียดเพื่อหาข้อผิดพลาด! ในที่สุด แทมมี่ก็ได้บันทึกข้อความสำคัญเกี่ยวกับกรีนการ์ด รวมถึงวันที่สำคัญและข้อมูลสำคัญอื่นๆ ไว้ด้วย ไม่มีคำใดที่จะบรรยายความรู้สึกขอบคุณแทมมี่และทีมงานของเธอได้อย่างเต็มที่ สำหรับความเป็นมืออาชีพและความมุ่งมั่นในการทำให้ความฝันของเราเป็นจริง

Posted by Kaleb | November 7, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

US Citizenship Journey

Working with Attorney Tammy Sumontha and her wonderful team has been one of the most uplifting experiences I’ve ever had. From the very first moment, Tammy approached my case with genuine care, kindness, and respect — qualities that made a world of difference during such an important time in my life.... Her extensive knowledge and experience in immigration law are truly impressive. She guided me through every step of my U.S. citizenship process with the patience and compassion I deeply needed. Tammy and her team transformed what could have been a stressful journey into a smooth and hopeful experience. They were always responsive, organized, and sincerely invested in my success. Because of their unwavering support and guidance, I was able to achieve my dream of becoming a U.S. citizen. I am deeply grateful to Tammy Sumontha for her professionalism, warmth, and heartfelt empathy throughout the entire process. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking an immigration attorney who is not only exceptionally skilled but also genuinely compassionate. You will be in the best possible hands.

Posted by Bowie | November 3, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

IR1

ขอบคุณทีมทนายแทมมี่มาก ๆ ที่ช่วยดูแลและดำเนินการเคสวีซ่า IR1 ของฉันอย่างมืออาชีพ ทีมให้คำแนะนำอย่างละเอียด ใส่ใจทุกขั้นตอน และตอบคำถามได้รวดเร็วเสมอ ทำให้กระบวนการทั้งหมดผ่านไปได้อย่างราบรื่นและสำเร็จเรียบร้อย ขอบคุณจากใจจริงค่ะ แนะนำทีมนี้อย่างเต็มที่สำหรับใครที่กำลังยื่นวีซ่าครอบครัวค่ะ ❤️

Posted by Larry | September 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Thai Attorney in the business!!!

Huge shoutout to Attorney Tammy Sumontha and her incredible team! Thanks to their outstanding support and expertise, I passed my interview and got approved for my green card. From start to finish, they were with me every step of the way - professional, compassionate, and truly the best in the busine...ss. If you’re not working with Tammy, you’re not working with the #1 immigration attorney.

Posted by Michael | August 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thai US Visa are the best in the business!

Working with Thai US Visa Lawyer, Tammy Sumontha, and her remarkable team was truly a privilege. Their expertise, professionalism, and unwavering reliability made the process of securing my Thai wife's Green Card seamless and stress-free. Communication was always prompt and clear, with every instruct...ion detailed and easy to follow. The team's meticulous attention to detail and thoroughness set them apart. For us, this journey would have been impossible without their exceptional guidance and support. I wholeheartedly recommend Tammy and her team—they are outstanding in every respect. Given the opportunity, I would gladly choose them again without reservation. Simply put, they are the best in the business.

Tammy Sumontha

Replied last August 28, 2025

Hello Michael! Thank you so much for your kind review. It means a lot to all of us who worked hard on your case! We are very happy for you and your family. We understand that there are many options out there and truly appreciate that you chose us! Thank you for letting us be a very important part of your immigration journey. Please feel free to contact us for your future immigration needs.

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Tammy Sumontha's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lillian Loeffler

Immigration lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tammy is a superb and highly skilled attorney. She is passionate about her work and her clients. She knows what she is doing. Tammy will get the job the done!"

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Marc Atas

Immigration lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Great lawyer. Very Knowledgeable. Real student of the practice of law. Very effective. Fights for his clients. Always prepared"

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Pete Singh

Unknown lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Sumontha is attentive, knowledgable and a zealous advocate for her clients."

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H. Aalsberg

Immigration lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Simply said Tammy Sumontha is one of America's Top Immigration Lawyers. If you need results you simply need to choose her as your lawyer. I endorse her!"

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats her clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism. She is an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend her for future services."

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Ashley Arcidiacono

Immigration lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tammy is a wonderful immigration attorney. She is knowledgeable and truly cares about her clients. Tammy is also very personable. I highly recommend her!"

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Samia Abbas

Unknown lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jake Walton

Immigration lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the privilege of working with Ms. Sumontha as a colleague for approximately 5 years. I would not hesitate to refer my clients to her for an Immigration Law issue."

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Erika Jurado-Graham

Immigration lawyer | Dec 06

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rachel Effron

Immigration lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Selma Taljanovic

Immigration lawyer | Dec 05

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stephanie Marzouk

Immigration lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Maria Hernandez

Immigration lawyer | Dec 04

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lindsey Wilkes

Immigration lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nadia Galash

Immigration lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Tammy is very thorough and a detail-oriented immigration attorney. She provides good quality legal services in Immigration and Nationality law field. I am very honored to work together with her on immigration matters."

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Elizabeth Blust

Immigration lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Tammy since 2011 and have seen her in action with her clients. She is respectful and professional. I have referred my own clients and friends to her for their immigration needs, as she seems knowledgeable and thorough."

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Wei-Hua Wang

Immigration lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tammy is an amazing lawyer and even better person! Professionally, she is knowledgeable, diligent, and hardworking. As a human being, she is sweet, kind, and genuinely cares. Any client will be thrilled to have Tammy as their counsel. Highly recommended!"

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Sean Vent

Immigration lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of working with Mrs. Sumontha on a number of occasions and I highly recommend her to any prospective client. As an attorney, she is knowledgeable, hardworking, and genuinely cares about her clients."

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Michelle Celleri

Immigration lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tammy Sumontha is an extremely knowledgeable and thorough attorney. She takes the time to truly understand the full scope of her clients needs and assists them in every way she can. I have known Tammy Sumontha for years and have personally seen how dedicated she is to her clients and her profession. I highly recommend Tammy."

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Lillian Loeffler

Family lawyer

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Pete Singh

Immigration lawyer

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H. Aalsberg

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Rahul Aggarwal

Immigration lawyer

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Karen Nast

Immigration lawyer

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Rayana Thomas

Immigration lawyer

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Bita Hamidi

Immigration lawyer

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Brian Johnson

Immigration lawyer

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Jake Walton

Litigation lawyer

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Samia Abbas

Immigration lawyer

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Marycruz Aguiar

Immigration lawyer

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Luz Martinez-Bernal

Immigration lawyer

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Rachel Effron

Immigration lawyer

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Janell Somera

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Aliya Alisheva

Immigration lawyer

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Erika Jurado-Graham

Immigration lawyer

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Sami Haddad

Family lawyer

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Lauren Fyfe

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Wei-Hua Wang

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Ashley Arcidiacono

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Pro Bono Award, American Bar Association

2015

Outstanding Community Service of the Year, California Western School of Law

2015

Pro Bono Award, American Bar Association

2013

Outstanding Community Service and Commitment Award, California Western Community Law Project

2010

Commitment and Dedication to Community and Free Clinic, California Western Community Law Project

2009

Commitment and Dedication to Community and Free Clinic, California Western Community Law Project

2009

Outstanding Volunteer, UCSD Student-Run Free Clinic Project

2009

Outstanding Community Service, Judge Judy Keep

2008

Commitment and Dedication to Community and Free Clinic, California Western Community Law Project

2008

Outstanding Volunteer, UCSD Student-Run Free Clinic Project

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Managing Attorney, Law Offices of Tammy Sumontha

2014 - 2014

Volunteer Attorney, Access Legal Services

2013 - 2016

Volunteer Attorney, American Bar Association, Immigration Justice Project

2012 - 2013

Public Relations Director, California Western Community Law Project

2010 - 2012

Operations Director, California Western Community Law Project

2007 - 2012

Associate Director, California Western Community Law Project

2007 - 2008

Legal Intern, Employee Rights Center

2006 - 2009

Legal Intern, U.S. Court Of Appeals For Veterans Claims

Associations

2017 - Present

ARAG

Member

2014 - Present

Thai Alumni Association of California Western

US Regional Board Director

2012 - Present

Thai American Bar Association

Founding Member

2012 - Present

Pan Asian Lawyers of San Diego

Member

2012 - Present

Federal Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

National Asian Pacific American Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2011 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2018 - 2019

American Immigration Lawyers Association (SD Chapter)

Chair on Law Student Outreach Committee

2018 - 2019

American Immigration Lawyers Association (SD Chapter)

Co-Chair on New Member Division Committee

2013 - 2016

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Co-chair on Social Security Committee (SD Chapter)

2013 - 2014

American Immigration Lawyers Association (SD Chapter)

Member on LGBT Committee

Sample of Legal Cases

Response to Request for Evidence

Approved

Consular Process

Approved

Adjustment of Status (Complicated case, request for more evidence including stoke interviews)

Approved

601 Waiver

Approved

K (Fiance) Visa

Approved

Investor (E-2) Visa

Approved

Removal of Conditions on Legal Permanent Residence Status

Approved

Spousal Visa

Approved

VAWA

Approved

J-1 Waiver

Approved

Naturalization (complicated with criminal records)

Approved

Naturalization (Complicated with Residency Issue)

Approved

Travel Document/Advance Parole

Approved

Certificate of Citizenship

Approved

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Education

2000

California Western School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

1997

Thammasat University

LL.B - Bachelor of Laws

Speaking Engagements

2021

TUC Webinar

Immigration paths for LQBTQ+

2021

TUC Webinar

U visa series

2021

Thai American Bar Association Community Engagement

Violence Against Women Act

2020

Thai American Bar Association Community Engagement

The basic of U.S. Immigration

2019

N/A

Public Charge, California Values Act, Marijuana Warning, Family Planning and Avoiding Fraud

2018

2017

Naturalization Workshop

Naturalization

2015

DAPA and the new DACA

DACA and DAPA

2014

Immigration and ACA

Immigration 101

2013

A.I.M. Class

Career path after law school: Options you may not know

2012

U.S. Immigration and Border Protection

U.S. Immigration and Border Protection

2012

Relief for 'DREAMERS'

DACA

2012

Immigration and Worksite Enforcement

Worksite Compliance

2012

Get to Know DACA

DACA

Publications

Languages

Thai

Lao

English

Spanish

Activity

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