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also known as Kate Powell
Practice of immigration law is my passion. As an immigrant myself I understand the challenges foreign nationals go through when immigrating to the U.S., and I am committed to helping you make this process as easy as possible.
My experience shows that success of each case is dependent on the careful preparation and individualized approach to each immigration matter. I make it my priority to take cases only if I can dedicate enough time to provide the best quality service and personal attention to each client.
Having practiced immigration law for over the past 12 years, I have the knowledge and experience in a variety of immigration cases, including family-based, investment-based, and employment-based immigration matters. My specific focus of work is on nonimmigrant and immigrant work and investment visas, extraordinary ability petitions, national interest waivers, as well as complex requests for evidence, motions and appeals.
Please note that our office does not practice asylum or deportation defense.
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16 years | 10,000 cases
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Acquired: 2010
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5821 University Avenue, Suite 601 PMB #323, San Diego, CA, 92115
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Posted by Natalia | July 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I want to sincerely thank Ekaterina for her tremendous help in obtaining my Green Card. Thanks to her professionalism and attention to detail, the entire process went quickly, smoothly, and most importantly — calmly for me. I am truly grateful for her care, honesty, and genuine willingness to help. ...
Posted by Yulia | April 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I’m incredibly grateful to Ekaterina for her help in preparing my EB-1A visa application. Her professionalism, speed, and precision were absolutely outstanding. As I read through the case, I felt confident it couldn’t be denied. There’s no way I could have written it like that myself—everything was c...
Posted by Dau | February 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I want to express my deepest gratitude to Ekaterina L. Powell for her exceptional support in securing my EB-1A visa approval. Our journey began 3.5 years ago when she guided me through the O-1 visa process. After successfully obtaining the O-1, we moved forward with the EB-1A, and thanks to her exper...
Posted by Maria | February 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I am truly grateful for the help I received from Ekaterina Powell. She is a true professional in her field. Ekaterina assisted me in obtaining my F1 student visa and is currently helping my mother secure her Green Card. When we first started, we were running out of time and many other attorneys we co...
Posted by Aleksei | February 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney
If you’re looking for a professional, responsive, and highly dedicated attorney, Ekaterina from Powell Immigration Law is the right choice. Before starting my case, I spoke with several attorneys to find someone with whom I could be "on the same page". I can confidently say that Ekaterina Powell w...
"Attorney Ekaterina Powell is a powerful advocate for her clients. She is always prepared and very successful in the courtroom. The client who trusts his case to Ekaterina makes a wise decision, and I highly recommend her work."
"Attorney Ekaterina Powell is a tremendous immigration lawyer and is deeply committed to provide excellent representation to her clients. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing assistance."
"Attorney Ekaterina L. Powell has an exceptional reputation and is a credit to the legal community. If you have an immigration law problem, she is your answer. If her office is anywhere near you, I recommend her to you."
"Ekaterina is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Powell is an expert in Immigration law and a valuable contributor to the AVVO community."
"I am happy to endorse Ekaterina L Powell. She is respected by colleagues and dedicated to the immigration field and her clients. She is strategic, compassionate, and a relentless attorney who goes the extra mile for her clients. In addition to these qualities, I know that she can be trusted to handle the case to the best of her ability."
"Ekaterina has an excellent reputation in the immigration legal community. The advice she provides is spot-on."
"Ekaterina has a well deserved reputation in the legal community and is a strong advocate for her clients."
"Ekaterina is a top-notch immigration attorney. She is a zealous advocate for her clients and well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. She has earned her fine reputation and glowing client reviews. Her staff is also stellar."
"Kate is one of the best immigration attorney I know. Her dedication and ability to handle very complex cases is outstanding. She is fluent in Russian. I strongly recommend her for any complex issue in immigration."
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Top 10 Emerging Immigration Law Firms 2024 shortlisted, Manage HR Magazine
2023
Nomination for 2023 Top 50 Lawyers In America, America's Top 50 Lawyers
2023
#7 out of 11 Best Immigration Consultants in San Diego, TrustAnalytica.com
2022
Best Immigration Lawyers in San Diego 2022, Expertise.com
2022
Top 10 Immigration Law Firms 2023, Manage HR Magazine
2022
Nomination for 2022 Top 50 Lawyers in America List, America's Top 50 Lawyers
2021
Nomination for 2022 Top 10 Emerging Immigration Law Firms, Manage HR Magazine
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Nomination for the Award of Membership, Premier Lawyers of America
2020
19 Best Immigration Lawyers of San Diego, Expertise
2018
"10 Best Attorneys" in Immigration Law Nomination for California, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2018
Nominated for Lawyers of Distinction Award, Lawyers of Distinction
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Top 40 Immigration Lawyers under 40 in California for 2018, The American Society of Legal Advocates
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Lead Counsel Verification in Immigration Law for 2017, Lead Counsel
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Top 40 Immigration Lawyers under 40 in California for 2017, The American Society of Legal Advocates
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Top 40 Immigration Lawyers under 40 in California for 2016, The American Society of Legal Advocates
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Appreciation Award, Law Offices of Jacob J. Sapochnick
2009
Academic Excellence Award in Legal Skills, California Western School of Law
2009
Academic Excellence Award in Professional Responsibility, California Western School of Law
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Executive Attorney, Powell Immigration Law, PC
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Attorney, Law Offices Of Jacob J. Sapochnick
2016 - Present
US District Court - Southern District of CaliforniaAdmitted to Practice
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American Society of Legal AdvocatesMember
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American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
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Legal Answers
Question in DS160 regarding father's status in US?
07 Dec 2018
Is it possible to get married to a non-US citizen after receiving J1 visa?
28 Nov 2018
Do I need an H4 or can I use ESTA?
09 Oct 2018