Immigration Lawyer
An Immigration Lawyer For Your Needs
Our immigration lawyers assist clients who are seeking permanent residency, employment-based visas, national citizenship, and more. We represent individuals, businesses, and even corporations for a variety of immigration cases. Throughout the immigration process, Hoffman & Forde’s team provides quality legal representation to ensure your rights are protected. In addition, our experienced immigration lawyers provide a thorough case assessment, explain the different options available, and present the best proposals for your legal status.
Immigration Cases We Handle
Let us help you achieve the American Dream. Hoffman & Forde can assist you with deportation defense, citizenship applications, employment and investor-based visas, green card matters, waivers and consular processing.
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Deportation/Removal Defense
If you are an undocumented resident in this country, you still have rights. With our attorneys’ ample knowledge and experience interacting with immigration officials, we help safeguard your rights.
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Citizenship Applications
Applying for U.S. citizenship can be time consuming and overwhelming. Let our attorneys explain the process and assist you to complete the pertinent documents, saving you the hassle.
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Consular Processing
The professionals at our firm will help you obtain an immigrant visa to the United States so you can reunite with your family as soon as possible.
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Employment-Based Visas
Employment-based immigrant visas are categorized based on employment skills. Our immigration law experts will help determine your eligibility based on the different categories.
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Investor-Based Visas
Applicants must meet certain requirements for qualification. Hoffman & Forde’s legal specialists will explain the regulations for investor-based visas because individual applicants have different circumstances.
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Family Green Card Petitions
Our attorneys will guide you through the journey of obtaining permanent residency in the U.S. We are dependable and communicate with you openly so all your questions are answered.
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Green Cards Through Marriage
Our legal counsel will review the qualifications spouses of US citizens and permanent residents must meet to be eligible for a green card through marriage.
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Waivers
If you are an immigrant facing a penalty, you may qualify for a waiver. The guidance of our skilled attorneys is necessary to petition for this waiver and explain the complicated process.
Why Our Immigration Lawyers
Hoffman & Forde’s team oversees deportation cases, helps obtain green cards, and assists with citizenship application and visas. If facing deportation, you still have rights. Our San Diego immigration lawyers help clients complete and submit all necessary paperwork so you do not miss any crucial deadlines. We also file any appeals or required waivers and keep you apprised of any new immigration laws that may affect your case. Our law firm delivers superb results.
Our Boutique Lawyers
Our highly-credentialed attorneys deliver superior quality services. Every client receives the best legal representation possible regardless of complexity.

Schuyler V.V. Hoffman
Residential Real Estate, Civil Litigation, Business Consulting

Daniel R. Forde
Civil Litigation, Real Estate, Business Consulting, Tax Advisory

Angela Elpers Barnes
Residential Real Estate, Civil Litigation

Michael Dicks
Civil Litigation, Residential Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate, Personal Injury

Ian McKinley
Eminent Domain/Inverse Condemnation, Business Torts, Boundary Disputes, Shareholder & Member Derivative Litigation, Land Use

Christina Elhaddad
Civil Litigation, Residential Real Estate, Immigration Law

Ryan McKinley
Real Estate Law, Business Disputes, Eminent Domain/Inverse Condemnation

Dalia Astalos
Landlord-Tenant Law, Commercial Real Estate, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury

Stefan Seper
Civil Litigation, Residential Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate, Business Consulting

Brandon Adams
Commercial Real Estate, Residential Real Estate, Business Consulting

Alanna Haefner
Residential Real Estate, Civil Litigation, Tax Consulting

Matt LeFevre
Real Estate Law, Civil Litigation, Boundary Disputes, Business Consulting

Joshua Morrison
Civil Litigation, Business Consulting

Rachael Berg
Trusts & Estates, Civil Litigation, Construction Law, Insurance Defense

Nicholas Kritikos
Civil Litigation, Real Estate, Business Consulting

Jenna Misuraca
Residential Real Estate, HOA Disputes, Probate, Trusts & Estates

Jim Buche
Residential Real Estate

William H. Sauls
Estate Planning, Tax Advisory, Business Consulting

Michael Stuart
Criminal Defense, Restraining Orders
Our Paralegals
Our dedicated paralegals are the behind-the-scenes experts who ensure our firm runs smoothly. They play a critical role in our client-focused approach, enabling our attorneys to deliver the highest quality service with precision and care.

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Our Immigration Law Firm
We serve our clients’ individual needs while providing creative, practical, and affordable solutions. Our firm’s continued success results from our dedication, diligence, and honest communication with our clients.
Schedule Your Consultation
For inquiries regarding specific legal matters, contact us today to schedule an initial consultation with one of our intake specialists.
Service Areas
From San Diego to Los Angeles, Hoffman & Forde provides individuals and businesses with first-class legal services.