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Yesenia Acosta
also known as Mundo Legal, Abogada Yesenia
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About Yesenia
Biography
I grew up with my parents and six siblings in the Central Valley of California, a valley ranked among the most productive farmlands in the world. As immigrants seeking a better life, my parents both showed that with hard work and integrity, a better future is attainable. My siblings also set a great example for me as entrepreneurs in their respective careers.
After graduating from high school, I wanted to explore the world and began my studies in San Diego. I graduated with my bachelor's degree in psychology and international migration studies. After traveling to several countries and working at law firms for a couple of years, I found that my passion was to help make the law accessible to others. I quickly found that I could explain complicated legal issues in a way that helps people understand their situation and feel empowered to move forward. In law school, I worked with professors to expand a community legal clinic, based out of public schools, that offered free legal help in communities where people simply didn't have easy access to lawyers.
I obtained my license to practice as an attorney, and I gained experience not only in immigration, but in criminal defense, civil cases, and general legal matters. I have always enjoyed being involved in the community, giving talks on legal issues, and volunteering as the Chair of the Board of Directors on the SGV Consortium on Homelessness and as a Member of the LA District Attorney's Latino Advisory Board.
After working for several years within a traditional law firm model, I began to feel disconnected from the passion that I had in my first years as a lawyer.
Finally, I decided to start my own firm with a different model to provide my clients with unparalleled legal services. I understand that each client invests immensely into their legal process whether financially, emotionally and psychologically. For that reason, I am dedicated to providing the legal service that you will feel good about investing in and trusting with your most important legal matters.
My office works like very few offices in the country. Although I have an amazing team, I directly handle files and client communication. I can be efficient with my time by the use of the best technology and organizational methods, to comply with the best quality of service. You will always be able to reach me directly, whether by phone, text, email, or in person. It gives me great pride to work directly with my clients to achieve the best result possible.
Attorney Acosta works closely with clients on her cases, focusing on personalized and direct representation.
Attorney Acosta handles select matters involving family law, contractual disputes, and employment law.
Call for a wide array of immigration matters including citizenship, waivers, marriage-based petitions, crime victim visas, and more.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Immigration
60%
General Practice
40%
Fees and Rates
Awards
2024
Licenses
Licensed in California for 12 years
State: California
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Mundo Legal
(909) 328-8511
Mobile
473 East Carnegie Drive, Suite 200, San Bernardino, CA, 92408
mundoattorneys.com/enGallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find Yesenia online.
Yesenia Acosta's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 21 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Erica | February 12, 2026 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellence is her craft
Yesenia is an amazing lawyer, expeditious, knowledgeable, and great customer service. She was supportive to my husband and I through our process and we were blessed that she represented us.
Posted by Alejandro S. | June 2, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Work and Communication
Yesenia been my immigration attorney for about 8/9 years, and she has consistently provided excellent service and communication. She always answers my questions thoroughly and promptly. I highly recommend her for any immigration-related needs.
Posted by Javier | April 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
She is very professional and she will do her best to help you
She help us even do we thought we didn’t have a case she found a way to help us and start a case with her
Posted by Carolina | February 13, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
My
Estoy muy agradecida por el trabajdo que Yesenia hizo por mi. Aprecio mucho la dedication que puso en mi caso y la paciencia que tuvo conmigo. Excelente servicio.
Posted by Silvia | October 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
On the ball
From the get go Ms. Acosta was very diligent with my case. Communication is a skill a lot of other immigration lawyers lack from prior experience. This was NOT the case with Ms. Acosta. She was always ready to answer any questions I had regarding my case, emails were responded within a couple of hour...
Yesenia Acosta
Replied last October 23, 2024Communication really is key for our clients, so thank you for emphasizing that so well in your review! You made my job easy, and glad we could resolve everything quickly in your case.
Yesenia Acosta's Lawyer Endorsements
"I had the pleasure of meeting Ms. Acosta at Cal Western School of Law when we were both studying to become lawyers. Even at that early stage in her career, Ms. Acosta demonstrated a passion for law and helping others. Ms. Acosta is bright, humble and eager to provide her clients with the best representation possible. I endorse this lawyer."
"Yesenia is a bright and dedicated attorney. She is genuinely committed in serving her clients and giving back to her community. As a colleague, I would not hesitate in recommending her because I know the client would be in trusted hands."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"The best choice for any challenging immigration issue."
"Yesenia is an accomplished lawyer in both Personal Injury Litigation and Immigration. Her passion in advocating for her clients is matched by the great success she achieves in her cases."
"Yesenia is a pleasure to work with and a great mentor. She is extremely thorough in her work, efficient in navigating complex immigration matters, and receptive to client concerns. It is without hesitation that I endorse this lawyer."
"Yesenia is a talented and compassionate immigration attorney. She is very knowledgeable in her practice area. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Incredibly passionate and efficient."
"I endorse this lawyer. Yesenia is a caring and hardworking attorney. I enjoy working with her immensely and admire the diligence in which she handles the cases before her."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have reviewed many of Attorney Acosta's responses to complicated legal matters. Her thoughtful and insightful answers demonstrate that she has the utmost knowledge of Immigration law and is a passionate advocate for her clients. She is a great asset to the immigration bar and I wholeheartedly endorse her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Yesenia has been a great asset to my company. She represents everything I admire: a genuine concern for the clients, and a dedication to the field of law. Yesenia’s experience has resulted in forward thinking and new opportunities. Thank you for being a part of the team."
"Attorney Yesenia Acosta's answers on AVVO are evidence of her knowledge of immigration law. Her responses show a concern for others and are practical yet analytical. I endorse my fellow immigration attorney without hesitation and recommend her to anyone who needs assistance with an immigration law issue."
"I endorse Ms. Acosta because she is a hardworking and professional member of the community. Throughout the past few years, Ms. Acosta has developed a wide array of skills and knowledge about immigration law and she will stay up late to get the job done."
"Yesenia is a hardworking and compassionate advocate for her clients and fights for immigrants' rights. I endorse Yesenia!"
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Experience
Honors
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Rising Star (to be published May 2019), Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Congressional Leadership Award, Congresswoman Judy Chu
N/A
Bar Stipend Award, San Diego La Raza Lawyers Association
N/A
Academic Achievement Award, California Western School of Law
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Founder / Attorney, Mundo Legal, APC
2014 - 2021
Attorney, Law Offices of Scott Warmuth, APC
2013 - 2013
Graduate Law Clerk – Immigration, LAW OFFICES OF JAN JOSEPH BEJAR, APLC
2011 - 2012
Law Clerk - Immigration, JACOBS & SCHLESINGER, LLP
2010 - 2012
Supervisor, COMMUNITY LAW PROJECT
2009 - 2012
Researcher & Editor, PROYECTO ACCESO / CTR FOR CREATIVE PROBLEM SOLVING
Associations
2023 - Present
Los Angeles District AttorneyAdvisory Board
2020 - Present
San Gabriel Valley Consortium on HomelessnessChair, Board of Directors (Volunteer)
2014 - Present
AILA American Immigration Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
2014 - Present
Mexican American Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2014 - Present
San Gabriel Chamber of CommerceMember
California Young Lawyers Association
Attorney Member
Los Angeles County Bar Association
Attorney Member
American Bar Association
Attorney Member
Education
N/A
California Western School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Univ. of California San Diego
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
DREAMERs
Dreamers / DACA Legal Updates
2015
2015 Legal Panel
Immigration FAQ's
2014
MABA Annual Legal Fair
Criminal & Immigration
2014
Legal Panel
Immigration Law
2014
Community Seminar
Recent Changes in Immigration Law
2014
Community Immigration Workshop
Immigration Law Seminar
2014
Attorney Legal Panel
Immigration Law
Publications
2023
Super Lawyers Magazine
Cover Story on Solo Practitioners
2016
California Lawyer Magazine
DUI Blood Draw: Is a Warrant Required?
2016
The Bay Area Reporter
LGBTs still face immigration barriers
2016
The Advocate
Green Cards Still Elusive for Many Same-Sex Couples
2015
Law360 New York, NY
Overcoming 'Crimmigration' Complexities
2015
Attorney at Law Magazine
Crimmigration: When Criminal Defense Law and Immigration Law Cross Paths
N/A
www.LigaLegal.com
Immigration Law Blogs
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Does ice become aware of me when a family member enters the usa?
24 Jan 2022
Q&A
Should I travel outside the US after submitting I-130+I-485 ?
28 Jul 2021
Q&A
Amazon closed my account but I lost access to all my purchased digital content, do I have grounds to sue them?
28 Jul 2021