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8 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
San Mateo, CA
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Showing 8 immigration lawyers in San Mateo, CA
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Ballout Law, APC
410 N San Mateo Dr, San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 373-1122 balloutlaw.com
Tancinco Law, P.C.
1900 S Norfolk St #350, San Mateo, CA 94403
(415) 397-0808 tancinco.com
Immigration Services | Catholic Charities
36 37th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 295-2160 catholiccharitiessf.org
Jon Wu Law Corporation
177 Bovet Rd # 600, San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 339-4680 jwulaw.com
D Evelyn Alfonso Law Office
1600 W Hillsdale Blvd Ste 201, San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 340-8314 apps.calbar.ca.gov
YZ Law Group LLP
1900 S Norfolk St #350, San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 242-4964 yzlawgroup.com
Fok Immigration Law
3 E 3rd Ave Suite 200, San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 378-1210 jfoklaw.com
Goldman & Partners Immigration Law
Bovet Professional Center, 155 Bovet Rd UNIT 302, San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 293-0900 gpimmigration.com
San Mateo is home to a diverse community with many residents seeking family-based visas work permits or citizenship. Immigration lawyers in San Mateo understand California state laws that affect immigrants such as the California Immigrant Worker Protection Act. They can guide you through federal immigration processes while addressing local concerns like housing and employment rights.
What Does a Immigration Lawyer in San Mateo Cost?
Typical costs for an immigration lawyer in California range from $150 to $500 per hour. Flat fees for a simple family visa petition may be $1,500 to $4,000. Deportation defense can cost $3,000 to $10,000 or more depending on complexity. These are general estimates and costs vary by case. This information is general and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cases does an immigration lawyer in San Mateo handle?
Immigration lawyers in San Mateo handle family petitions employment visas DACA renewals naturalization and removal defense. They also assist with U visas for crime victims and VAWA self-petitions for abuse survivors. California has additional protections for immigrant workers which these lawyers can explain.
How long does it take to get a green card through a family petition in California?
Processing times vary widely. Immediate relative petitions for spouses parents and unmarried children under 21 typically take 10 to 24 months. Other family preference categories can take several years due to annual visa caps. A San Mateo lawyer can estimate timelines based on your specific situation.
What should I bring to my first meeting with an immigration lawyer in San Mateo?
Bring any immigration notices you have received your passport and other identification documents. Also bring any prior applications or denial letters. If you have a criminal record bring court documents because California has specific laws that may affect your immigration case.
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