Lahaina U. Araneta

Lahaina U. Araneta

4.7
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 12 years

Immigration Lawyer at Irvine, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration, Asylum

1 Park Plaza Ste. 660, Irvine, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 12 years

State: California

Acquired: 2013

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Location

Yekrangi & Associates

1 Park Plaza Ste. 660, Irvine, CA, 92614

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Lahaina U. Araneta's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

5 star (13)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by anonymous | March 5, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

disappointed

I hired her as a lawyer for an immigration case that I had with my wife, at first she seemed to be a very nice person, but after time passed and started working on my case not so much, the truth is, based on my experience, I would not recommend her.

Posted by anonymous | October 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Immigration Attorney

Lahaina is one of the best immigration attorneys I have ever met. She is smart, thorough, resourceful, and positive. She is a genuinely good person who actually cares about immigrants and understands the hardships immigrants go through (let’s face it. The system is stacked against immigrants in every... possible way, so having an excellent immigration attorney who truly cares about immigrants is crucial). She always answers my emails within 24 hours if not immediately. She is resourceful, and she has ideas. She knows how to present a case and get positive results (I mean… you may have a good case, but you still need to present it in a good way to get the result(s) you want). Okay, I’ll stop here for now (I’ll update my review and write even more as time goes on). Thank you!

Posted by anonymous | November 4, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

N400 got approved in 6 Months

When I was looking for a lawyer to help me filed my citizenship I came across Lahaina Araneta after a brief consultation over the phone I made an appointment in her office I was very impressed after I explain her my case not only she carefully listen to all details but also explain me how she would ...filed and affidavits she would use to help my case get quickly approved her price was very reasonable with easy payments and she won’t bug You for money she cares more about getting your case approved after she filed it in less than 9days I received my receipt and my appointment to take biometrics afterwards few months I was so surprised to received my appointment letter for the interview which of course got approved the whole process took approximately 6 months considering how long the citizenship process be taking now I was glad mine was quicker Thanks to you Lahaina now I’m officially a proud us citizen.

Posted by Emily | June 9, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

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

The Best

Lahaina is not only the most helpful lawyer, but the most helpful person and human being! She is genuine, dependable and compassionate. Whenever I need her she's there with her legal knowledge to help.

Posted by Dan | October 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Organized, Efficient and Knowledgeable

When helping me through my E3 visa process, Ms. Araneta thoughtfully and efficiently guided me through the entire application. She explained in simple terms what to expect at each phase of the visa process, enabling me to feel completely aware and in control. From lodging the LCA form, booking my vis...a appointment, organizing all my documents, handling the visa officers and finally pick up my valid visa, she was organized, knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with. Whenever I had a question she was available with sound and reassuring advice. I’ve already recommended her to all my friends hoping to get the E3 visa.

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Lahaina U. Araneta's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Telfer

Immigration lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Lahaina is a superb attorney and advocate for her clients and is deeply passionate about seeking justice. I have worked directly with Lahaina on a number of immigration matters and seen the immense amount of work and dedication she commits to each of her clients. In fact, every time Lahaina wins an asylum case or earns someone their green card, you can see the excitement and spirit in her eyes. Lahaina is honest and fair in all her dealings and sees her work as a service for the public good. Lahaina is the type of attorney you want on your side."

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Susanna Litwack

Immigration lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lahaina is an excellent immigration lawyer who advocates strongly for her clients. I endorse her!"

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Somair Alam

Immigration lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lahaina is a top-notch immigration attorney. She is a zealous advocate for her clients and well respected in the legal community."

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Sarah Moe

Immigration lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Lahaina cares deeply about her clients and works vigorously to get them the best outcome. She is quick to reply to her clients' needs and explains the process thoroughly. Lahaina is always willing to go the extra mile for her clients. Lahaina very knowledgeable in her field. She has been doing immigration law for quite some time and her quality of work is outstanding."

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Ashkan Yekrangi

Immigration lawyer

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David Telfer

Immigration lawyer

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Susanna Litwack

Immigration lawyer

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Carol Sobel

Civil rights lawyer

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Sarah Moe

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

10 Best Attorneys - Yekrangi & Associates, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2019

Zealous Advocate, Yekrangi & Associates

2018

10 Best Attorneys - Yekrangi & Associates, American Institute of Legal Counsel

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Associate Attorney, Yekrangi & Associates

2015 - Present

Attorney, LMG Law

2015 - 2015

Attorney, Los Angeles Center for Community Law and Action

2014 - 2015

Attorney, Moe and Associates Law Group

2013 - 2013

Attorney, Law Offices of Carol Sobel

2013 - 2014

Staff Attorney, Center For Human Rights & Constitutional Law

2012 - 2012

Clerk, Law Offices of David Dudley

2011 - 2011

Clerk, Law Offices of David Dudley

Associations

2015 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2015 - Present

American Immigration Association (Southern California Chapter)

Member

2013 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Lavan v. City of Los Angeles

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Education

2012

Loyola Law School

Law

2009

Loyola Marymount Univ

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Venice Call to Justice

Venice Justice

2016

Day of Action

Know your Rights

Publications

2012

Loyola Journal Split By Law

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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