also known as Fariba Faiz Law Offices PC, San Francisco Immigration Lawyer
I am the founder of the Law Offices of Fariba Faiz, based out of San Francisco, California. I am an experienced immigration attorney with a proven track record of successful investment non immigrant and immigrant visas (E-1/E-2 visas and direct and regional center EB-5 projects), family-based immigration, and employment-based immigration. I work with multinational firms and their employees and immigrant investors in partnership to transfer intra-company foreign personnel and their families to the United States. I serve as a partner with employers and employees in various industries including information technology, pharmaceuticals, biotech, finance and banking sector, hospitals and healthcare providers, architectural design firms, and educational institutions. I also represent a private client practice representing individuals in immigration matters before USCIS, U.S. consulates abroad, and the U.S. Department of Labor.
With my network of trusted advisors, I also provide consultations to potential investors and their agents on matters such as foreign direct investment, I-9 compliance, and regulations on foreign investments and blocked transactions proscribed by the Office of Foreign Assets Control, site location analysis and transfer of foreign employees, in-bound investment missions, International Tax Planning, Export Credit Agency (ECA) Project & Trade Financing; and consultations to employers on employee benefits (ERIS) matters.
I am a graduate of Southwestern University School of Law in Los Angeles. I completed my Bachelor's Degree at the University of California, Berkeley. I have been a member of the California State Bar since 1998. I am admitted to practice before the United States Federal Court of the Northern District of California, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit as well as the Supreme Court of California. I am an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and previously served on the American Bar Association's Advisory Group. I have presented continuing legal education courses for Sterling Education Seminars as well as the San Francisco Bar Association and events organized by groups such as the Iranian Trade Association, and the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce, Innovation Norway, Opinno and similar start-up tech incubators.
I am frequently contacted by the media in connection with immigration issues including Public Radion International, KTVU, SLATE, among others.
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1 Sansome Street, Suite 3500, San Francisco, CA, 94104
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Posted by Maryam | October 8, 2025 | Hired Attorney
We worked with Fariba Faiz Law Offices on our EB-1 Green Card application, and she was absolutely outstanding. Our case was very complex, but she handled every challenge with deep expertise, patience, and precision. She guided us through every step, always responding quickly and explaining everything...
Posted by kavita | February 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Fariba helped me get my Green Card under EB1 category. Working with her for the year or so it took for our process to get through, I came to develop a high regard for her knowledge of the way applications are assessed and how to meet the criteria for a successful application. At one point my husband'...
Posted by mouna | July 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Fariba Faiz is one of the greatest Attorneys. She helped me with her sincere advices when I was in a very difficult situation. What was the most stressful situation was made easier with all her efforts, patience and positive attitude. Since my first conversation with her I knew that I am dealing with...
Posted by Patrick | January 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney
quintessential professional in the Immigration Law Spectrum. Fariba is extremely knowledgeable as one would expect from an attorney but it does not stop there. Not only is she smart but she is incredibly helpful and transparent about all angles of the process of immigration. I was applying for a Land...
Posted by anonymous | June 15, 2008
Fariba is a wonderful attorney. She likes what she does and it shows. Initially I consulted with her about one of my employees who had been the victim of a notario. She met with her and even provided her with a free consultation. She completed the case with great results and we are very fortunate to ...
"Attorney Faiz is a reliable, knowledgeable and trusted immigration attorney. I absolutely endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Fariba dedicates her practice to the complex area of employment immigration. I would not hesitate contacting her for any immigration needs."
"Fariba is an excellent immigration attorney and well respected in the legal community. I recommend that you call her if you have any questions about any facet of immigration law."
"I endorse this lawyer. Fariba Faiz is an outstanding professional with a great reputation in the community. With over 19 years of experience in immigration law, she is one of the more seasoned attorneys and is a pleasure to work with. Fariba's clients respect her and rely on her in their immigration matters. Natalia Malyshkina"
"I have known Fariba for a long time and have had the pleasure of collaborating with her on a number of projects. Fariba is extremely knowledgeable on immigration matters, and a renowned expert on business immigration and EB-5 matters, in particular. She is very intelligent, resourceful, personable, and professional. She is a dedicated and passionate advocate for her clients. She imparts her knowledge with lucidity. I found the experience of working with Fariba delightful and gratifying. I learned a lot from her."
"Fariba is smart and passionate advocate for her clients. She is also a great person! I highly endorse this lawyer!"
"She is an excellent immigration lawyer. She specializes in employment and business visas. She diligently explores ALL options that a client may have, and then she pursues all which are viable for the client. I have referred a number of clients to Ms. Faiz over the years. I work for a nonprofit organization and we advise other lawyers and do NOT take on cases. Therefore it is very important for me to develop a good list of references. Ms. Faiz is one of those whom always recommend for someone who needs an employment visa attorney. All the clients whom I have recommended who have spoken with me afterwards have been extremely pleased with her representation. She is also very good in family immigration cases. These cases require a thorough attorney but it is in the employment visa cases that an attorney must be especially resourceful. She is also very personable."
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2009 - Present
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2008 - Present
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