Scarlett Penelope Leiva

Scarlett Penelope Leiva

4.3
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 11 years

Immigration Lawyer at San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration

350 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA

About Scarlett

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 11 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2014

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Location

Leiva Law

350 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA, 94107

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Scarlett Penelope Leiva's Reviews

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4.3 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by Valeria | March 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

wonderful lawyer

Scarlett helped my husband and I in the process of my husband's green card. She walked us through the whole process and what to expect. She made it easy thank you for everything Scarlett.

Posted by Aleksandar | November 03, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

RFE response for H-1B application (specialty occupation & required education and experience)

Scarlett and her team did an outstanding job in responding to my RFE, which at the end resulted with an approval. Although, I submitted the petition with another attorney, Scarlett’s team took over the case and dedicated a lot of time and energy researching the business analyst position that I’ve app...lied to, and prepared appropriate response in timely manner. They are very knowledgeable about the H-1B petition process, and it was a pleasure working with them during the whole preparation period. They were the one who were following up with me, and they always responded on my emails and answer my questions. If you need any consultation for immigration stuff, or H-1B’s and RFE’s in particular, Scarlett is the one to go to! I highly recommend her. Great Job!

Posted by Gil Mejia | October 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Advance Parole

Scarlett explained to me how advance parole worked. She patiently walked me through the process and help me gather as much evidence as possible. We submitted my case in the middle of September and by the middle of October, my advance parole application was approved. I highly recommend working wi...th Ms. Leiva, her professionalism and dedication reflects on the type of results she delivers. Excellent Immigration Attorney!

Posted by anonymous | October 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Trusted and professional immigration attorney

Scarlett assisted my husband and I through the process of obtaining a Fiance Visa and US Permanent Resident status. I had many questions throughout the process and often felt anxious when trying to understand the many forms and many steps involved in the process. Scarlett's clear communications and g...uidance enabled my husband and I to successfully organize the required documents and attend all interviews prepared and confident. I highly recommend Scarlett as an immigration attorney. You can count on her to guide you through the immigration process and make a stressful process into a manageable, less stressful process.

Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Glad to have her

Scarlett played a role in the entire process of our immigration change of status. She was helpful, and stuck close to our time deadlines that were needed. She helped expedite our case in any way she could, but was also very fair and up front went certain dates could not be made. She was able to ease ...our anxiety, and that was key to having her on board. At the interview with a USCIS officer, she met us beforehand and helped prepare us for the meeting. She has had a lot of experience with these officers, and knew each one of them individually and made sure we had everything the officer needed when we stepped in the door. I appreciated her knowledge and her recommendations, and I am glad we came across her in our search for an attorney. I would recommend her to anyone going through this process. It can be difficult, and you need someone who is there to take your stress away. That's why we paid for legal counsel, and that is why we were glad to have her.

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Scarlett Penelope Leiva's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Lee

Immigration lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scarlett is an amazing and incredible lawyer who devotes her practice to other immigrants like myself and makes daily relentless effort to change lives and futures. The American Dream is alive and real thanks to attorneys like Scarlett."

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Johanna Torres

Immigration lawyer | Dec 01

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Elena Denevich

Immigration lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Leiva's reputation is the highest and I confidently endorse this lawyer. She is dedicated to justice and committed to assist people with legal needs."

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Elizabeth Walsh

Immigration lawyer | Nov 29

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Barbara Quinn Smith

Immigration lawyer | Nov 29

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Melissa Amster

Immigration lawyer | Nov 29

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Felicia Bunbury

Immigration lawyer | Nov 29

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brandy Porter

Unknown lawyer | Nov 29

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Urbina-Pabon

Immigration lawyer | Nov 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Scarlett in law school and in private practice. She is very passionate, intelligent, knowledgeable, innovative, and great to work with. I strongly endorse this attorney."

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Joseph Rosen

Immigration lawyer | May 06

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"I was one of Scarlett's law school professors and also know her as an attorney. She is bright, committee, and competent. She will serve her clients well and provide excellent representation."

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Michelle Rossi

Immigration lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I fully endorse Ms. Leiva for her knowledge and expertise as an Immigration Law attorney. I have referred my own friends to Ms. Leiva for advice, as I fully trust her legal knowledge and judgment. I believe that her work would not only meet but exceed your expectations, should you choose to retain Ms. Leiva."

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Jason McLendon

Immigration lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scarlett is a passionate and zealous advocate who is well versed in the field of Immigration Law. I send clients to her knowing that they will receive the best representation possible."

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

2013

CALI AWARD FOR IMMIGRATION LEGAL CLINIC, CALI

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney, Leiva Law

Associations

2017 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

2017 - Present

Contra Costa County Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

2016 - 2016

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2015 - 2015

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - 2014

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Education

2013

John Marshall (Atlanta)

Juris Doctor

Languages

Spanish

English

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