Emily Singer Hurvitz

Emily Singer Hurvitz

also known as Emily, Singer Hurvitz

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 10 years

Immigration Lawyer at Lake Forest, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration

22365 El Toro Road, #134, Lake Forest, CA

About Emily

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Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Law Office of Emily Singer Hurvitz, PC practices solely immigration law, focusing on business and family-based cases for individuals and companies of all sizes.

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 7 years

State: California

Acquired: 2018

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 9 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2016

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 10 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2015

Inactive - Retired

No misconduct found

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Emily Singer Hurvitz

22365 El Toro Road, #134, Lake Forest, CA, 92630

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Emily Singer Hurvitz's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

35 Client Reviews

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Posted by Bhargavi | March 25, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

A Trusted Partner Through Every Step of Our Immigration Journey

I cannot recommend Emily highly enough. As an Art Director working in Hollywood on television productions, my immigration journey has involved multiple complex stages over the past several years. Emily supported me through my O-1A, my spouse’s O-3, and later our I-485 adjustment of status, as well as... EAD (I-765) and Advance Parole (I-131), including renewals. Most recently, she successfully guided us through the green card approval process. What truly sets Emily apart is her deep understanding of creative industry profiles and her ability to translate artistic work into a compelling immigration case. She played a critical role in shaping my profile and positioning it toward EB1A, clearly understanding how to present achievements in a way that aligns with immigration criteria without losing the essence of my work. Throughout the process, Emily demonstrated exceptional attention to detail, strategic thinking, and a proactive approach. She anticipated challenges early, guided me on strengthening my case, and ensured every submission was thorough and well-structured. Her communication is clear, timely, and reassuring. Immigration processes can often feel overwhelming, but Emily consistently brought clarity and confidence, making each step feel manageable and well under control. She was also incredibly helpful with timely advice around travel, including what to do and what to avoid, how to prepare for entry, and what to expect when interacting with CBP officers. That level of practical guidance made a significant difference during critical moments. For anyone in the creative industries, especially those considering O-1 or EB1A pathways, Emily is someone you can trust completely. She combines strong legal expertise with a genuine commitment to her clients’ success, and I am incredibly grateful for her guidance throughout this journey.

Emily Singer Hurvitz

Replied last March 31, 2026

Bhargavi, I cannot thank you enough for your kind words regarding the experience working with me. It has been an absolute joy to accompany you and your family through your immigration journey. I wish you all the luck in the world with your next steps here in the United States!

Posted by Tejaswi | December 31, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Exceptional Immigration Attorney with Expertise, Compassion, and Results

My journey with Emily has been extremely rewarding and truly wonderful. Over the past year alone, I had the privilege of working with her on three different immigration matters: changing from H-1B to B-2 status after losing my job, transitioning back to H-1B with a new employer, and filing my marria...ge based Green Card application—which was successfully approved. Managing all of these cases within the same year could have been overwhelming, but Emily made the entire process smooth, clear, and reassuring. Beyond her deep expertise in immigration law and exceptional professionalism, Emily’s responsiveness, clear communication, compassion, and genuine commitment to her clients truly set her apart. During these stressful and uncertain times in the U.S. immigration landscape, it is rare to find an attorney who listens patiently, provides clarity, and sincerely works in your best interest rather than creating unnecessary fear. I am incredibly grateful to have found that in Emily. If it were possible, I would give her far more than a five-star rating. I will continue to confidently refer her to everyone I know and cannot recommend her highly enough.

Emily Singer Hurvitz

Replied last January 22, 2026

Tejaswi, Thank you so much for your thoughtful and generous review. I truly appreciate the trust you placed in me during such an important and complex period of your immigration journey. It was a pleasure working with you, and I’m so happy I could help provide clarity and support throughout the process. Wishing you all the very best, and thank you again for taking the time to share your experience.

Posted by Marisol | August 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Professional & Trustworthy - Highly Recommend

We worked with Emily on visa applications for two of our employees, and the entire process was excellent from start to finish. Emily made everything smooth and stress-free. Her communication was always clear, and she guided us through every step. She is reliable, knowledgeable, and consistently respo...nsive, which gave us full confidence throughout the process. We truly appreciate her professionalism and would highly recommend her to anyone needing immigration law expertise.

Emily Singer Hurvitz

Replied last August 29, 2025

Thank you, Marisol! It has been my pleasure to work with your company in meeting your immigration goals, and I look forward to continuing the partnership!

Posted by David | July 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Outstanding on every level

Emily has been a trusted legal partner for almost a decade. From call one, she was meticulous in her preparation and outstanding in the level of care and support that she provided throughout the journey. She has an unequalled ability to crystallise complex legal matters into bite-size, achievable ...steps that we can actually do something with. She's efficient, fast, reliable, with outstanding attention to detail, and more importantly, is an actual real human being who understands what you're trying to achieve on your immigration journey. She has my highest recommendation, and I couldn't possibly imagine working with anyone else.

Emily Singer Hurvitz

Replied last August 07, 2025

David, this is so kind and thoughtful. It is a joy for me to follow along with your growing list of achievements, I hope we continue working together for many more years!

Posted by anonymous | August 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Emily is the best

Over the past four years, I’ve had the privilege of working with Emily, who has guided me through some of the most challenging experiences of my life. Navigating the complexities of the O-1 work visa and EB-1 visa was no easy feat, and I faced more obstacles than most could imagine. From multiple RFE...s, denials, litigation, and interviews—just hearing these terms might give anyone a headache, and you can probably understand what I went through. But Emily was there with me every step of the way, turning what seemed like insurmountable hurdles into victories. In the end, I received the approvals I needed, and it’s all thanks to her unwavering support and expertise. Even with all the issues I faced, the strength of my case was never in question. Emily built my case with meticulous detail and professionalism, taking the time to truly understand my field and finding the best ways to showcase my qualifications. Her dedication was unparalleled; she personally handled every aspect of my case, from writing to filing, and her responsiveness was a lifeline, especially in urgent situations. Through all the ups and downs, Emily became more than just an attorney to me—she became a trusted friend. As the world around us changed, her consistent support remained a source of comfort. I am beyond grateful for everything she has done for me, and I couldn’t have asked for a better person to have by my side throughout this journey.

Emily Singer Hurvitz

Replied last August 23, 2024

Thank you for your truly touching review of your experience working with me. I never doubted the strength of your case for a second and I am honored to have had the opportunity to fight for you. I could not be happier that you finally received your permanent resident status, congratulations!

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"Emily is a dedicated and knowledgeable attorney. She is well respected in the legal community. I had the pleasure of working with her in leadership of the Orange County Bar Association Immigration Law section. She was an effective and hard working chair person. I recommend her highly."

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Immigration Attorney, Law Office of Emily Singer Hurvitz, PC

2017 - 2022

Associate Attorney, David Hirson & Partners, LLP

2015 - 2017

Associate Attorney, Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP

2014 - 2014

Law Clerk, Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP

Associations

2023 - Present

William P. Gray Legion Lex American Inn of Court

Attorney Member

2017 - Present

Orange County Bar Association, Immigration Section

Member

2015 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2015 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2022 - 2022

Orange County Bar Association, Immigration Law Section

Chair

2021 - 2021

Orange County Bar Association, Immigration Section

Chair-Elect

2020 - 2020

Orange County Bar Association, Immigration Section

Secretary/Treasurer

2019 - 2020

Orange County Bar Association, Mommy Esquire Committee

Co-Chair

Sample of Legal Cases

H-1B Specialty Occupation

Approval

R-1 for Religious Occupation

Approval

EB-1A Extraordinary Ability Immigrant Petition

Approval

TN Visa

Approval

L-1A Intracompany Transferee Executive

Approval

O-1 Extraordinary Ability Worker

Approval

L-1A Intracompany Transferee Executive

Approval

H-1B Specialty Occupation Worker

Approval

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Education

2014

American University, Washington College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2011

Hebrew University of Jerusalem

MA - Masters

2009

University of Wisconsin

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2026

Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, Chapman University

O-1 Workshop

2025

Women in Law Association, University of California - Irvine

Immigration Law 101

2025

American Film Institute Conservatory Fellows

O-1 Workshop

2024

American Film Institute Conservatory Fellows

O-1 Workshop

2023

Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, Chapman University

O-1 Workshop

2022

Orange County Bar Association, Immigration Law Section Meeting

PERM Practice Pointers to Avoid Malpractice

2022

2022 AILA California Chapters Conference

PERM: Tips to Prevent and Overcome Audits

Publications

Languages

Hebrew

English

Activity

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