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Immigration Lawyers in San Francisco, CA: 2026 rankings

280 immigration lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in San Francisco: aiLegal, LFR Score 71/100; 4.9★ from 197 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 2

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Yasrebi Law Immigration Attorneys, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 280.

  3. 4

    Most-reviewed: KPB Immigration Law Firm, 1,480 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 280 ranked; ranked #4.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

280 San Francisco immigration lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 21 are open 24/7, 44 open Saturdays and 25 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 280 rated law firms.

Top 10 immigration lawyers in San Francisco at a glance

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Top 10 immigration lawyers in San Francisco at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1aiLegal714.9★ (197)San FranciscoOpen 24 hrs (Google)Top score
2Yasrebi Law Immigration Attorneys704.8★ (213)San FranciscoOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours
3Mr. San Francisco Notary694.9★ (99)San FranciscoOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
4KPB Immigration Law Firm694.9★ (1,480)San Francisco—Most reviews
5Yasrebi Law Immigration Attorneys674.7★ (101)Oakland, 9 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
6Law Office of Jessica T. Arena675.0★ (127)San FranciscoOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
7Law Offices of Shamieh, Shamieh & Ternieden664.8★ (436)San Francisco——
8Catherine Prioux Law665.0★ (63)Oakland, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Santamaria Law Firm, P.C.654.9★ (160)San Francisco——
10Oguz Law654.9★ (1,091)Walnut Creek, 21 mi away——

All 280 immigration lawyers in San Francisco, in rank order

Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. Ranked #1 in San Francisco

    Based in San Francisco

    71/100LFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 197 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 197 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    1288 Howard St Unit 5, San Francisco, CA 94103
  2. Based in San Francisco

    69/100LFR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 1,480 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 1,480 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    142 Sansome St Ste 500, San Francisco, CA 94104
  3. Based in Oakland, 9 mi away

    66/100LFR Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 63 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 63 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–7 PM
    Address
    125 12th St Ste 100, Oakland, CA 94607
  4. Based in Walnut Creek, 21 mi away

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 1,091 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 1,091 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1990 N California Blvd 8th Fl Ste 38, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
  5. Based in San Francisco

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 166 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 166 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    Pier 9, Ste 100, San Francisco, CA 94111
  6. Based in San Francisco

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 121 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 121 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    870 Market St #574, San Francisco, CA 94102
  7. Based in Walnut Creek, 23 mi away

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 519 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 519 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3100 Oak Rd Ste 130, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
  8. Based in Palo Alto, 27 mi away

    64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 125 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.

    • 4.6★ from 125 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    125 University Ave Ste. 200, Palo Alto, CA 94301
  9. Based in San Francisco

    64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 86 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 86 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    350 Townsend St Suite 815, San Francisco, CA 94107
  10. Based in San Rafael, 15 mi away

    64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 239 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 239 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    503 D St Ste 1, San Rafael, CA 94901
  11. Based in San Francisco

    64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 111 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.

    • 4.8★ from 111 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    350 Townsend St #608, San Francisco, CA 94107

Immigration lawyers ranked #26 to #50

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 280 ranked immigration lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.

immigration lawyers in San Francisco, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Verma Law Firm644.9★ (17)In San Francisco
27The Law Office Of Zhang - Immigration Lawyer San Francisco, H 1B Visa, O-1 Visa, E-2, N-400, Marriage Based Green Card644.8★ (92)In San Francisco
28Yasrebi Law Immigration Attorneys644.5★ (55)21 mi
29Bankston Immigration Law Office644.8★ (215)11 mi
30Warren Law Firm644.7★ (110)In San Francisco
31Law Office of Rosy H. Cho644.8★ (16)In San Francisco
32CSM Law Office P.C.634.9★ (66)In San Francisco
33Nadia Yakoob & Associates634.9★ (112)8 mi
34Corporate Immigration Counsel- Fariba Faiz Law Offices PC634.8★ (76)In San Francisco
35Naya Immigration Attorneys634.9★ (89)39 mi
36LORIC Immigration Solutions635.0★ (65)39 mi
37Law Offices of Jonathan Dunten634.9★ (100)8 mi
38Law Office of Kuldip Dhariwal634.7★ (459)20 mi
39Graham Immigration Law, P.C.635.0★ (179)20 mi
40Alma635.0★ (13)In San Francisco
41Small World Immigration, Charles E. Small, attorney625.0★ (34)In San Francisco
42Jeff Griffiths625.0★ (8)In San Francisco
43Angel Rodriguez Law Office624.5★ (84)In San Francisco
44Salgado & Peralta P.A.624.0★ (81)In San Francisco
45Yasrebi Law Immigration Attorneys624.6★ (85)38 mi
46Hilla R Nattiv Law Offices625.0★ (6)In San Francisco
47The Law Office of Shuting Chen625.0★ (6)In San Francisco
48The Law Office of Thipphavone Ark624.7★ (40)In San Francisco
49Law Offices of Kevin J. Stewart625.0★ (49)9 mi
50Santanna Law Offices, PC624.8★ (74)11 mi

Also serving San Francisco

20 more immigration lawyers within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked immigration lawyers serving San Francisco
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Bornstein Law4.6★ (191)In San Francisco
Dhillon Law Group Inc.3.3★ (44)In San Francisco
Halavanau Law Office5.0★ (48)In San Francisco
Hedi Framm-Anton4.5★ (48)In San Francisco
Law Office of Amie D. Miller4.8★ (114)In San Francisco
Law Office of Matthew J Olsman5.0★ (44)In San Francisco
Law Offices of Darryl Yorkey3.2★ (46)In San Francisco
Law Offices of Vivian Zhang, P.C.5.0★ (65)In San Francisco
Legal Assistance to The Elderly4.0★ (39)In San Francisco
Morales Law Firm4.7★ (70)In San Francisco
Moskowitz LLP4.1★ (81)In San Francisco
Pelta Law4.9★ (108)In San Francisco
RAI & ASSOCIATES4.8★ (603)In San Francisco
Ricci & Sprouls3.7★ (62)In San Francisco
Silveira Law - A Professional Corporation4.9★ (115)In San Francisco
Summit Defense Criminal Lawyers - San Francisco Office4.9★ (60)In San Francisco
Svetlana Shirinova Attorney at Law4.8★ (95)In San Francisco
The Armstrong Law Firm - San Francisco4.7★ (41)In San Francisco
The Law Offices of Robert Jobe4.3★ (331)In San Francisco
Uthman Law Office4.3★ (105)In San Francisco

How we ranked San Francisco immigration lawyers

We scored 280 San Francisco immigration lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn San Francisco data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose an immigration lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many immigration law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Check the lawyer is in good standing with a state bar or law society; immigration lawyers can be licensed in any state.
  7. Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.

Questions to ask an immigration lawyer

  • How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
  • How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
  • Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
  • What are my options, and what are the risks of each?
  • Which government fees are not included in your fee?
  • Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?

Terms explained

Contingency fee
A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
Retainer
Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
Flat fee
One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
Limited-scope representation
Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
Statute of limitations
The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
Good standing
A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
Law society
The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
Board certification
Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
Attorney–client privilege
The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
Conflict check
The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
Pro bono
Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
Legal aid
Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.

Immigration lawyers in San Francisco: frequently asked questions

Which immigration lawyer has the highest LFR Score in San Francisco?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked immigration lawyer in San Francisco, CA is aiLegal with an LFR Score of 71/100. It has 4.9★ from 197 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Yasrebi Law Immigration Attorneys (#2) and Mr. San Francisco Notary (#3) follow. We ranked 280 immigration lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many immigration lawyers are there in San Francisco?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 280 immigration lawyers serving San Francisco, CA. 26 of them are based in San Francisco; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which immigration lawyers in San Francisco are open 24/7?

21 ranked immigration lawyers in San Francisco post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are aiLegal (#1), Yasrebi Law Immigration Attorneys (#2) and Mr. San Francisco Notary (#3). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which immigration lawyers in San Francisco work on weekends?

44 of 280 ranked immigration lawyers post Saturday hours and 25 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are aiLegal (#1), Yasrebi Law Immigration Attorneys (#2) and Mr. San Francisco Notary (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do San Francisco immigration lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 280 rated immigration lawyers in San Francisco is 4.8★, with a median of 24 reviews. KPB Immigration Law Firm has the most, 1,480 reviews, and ranks #4. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does LawFirmsRanked rank immigration lawyers?

Each immigration lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do immigration lawyers outside San Francisco count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the San Francisco city center, our service radius for immigration lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.

Can immigration lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?

No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.

How do immigration lawyers in San Francisco, CA charge?

Immigration lawyers often charge a flat fee per application and hourly rates for court cases. Government filing fees are separate. Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $377 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.

Who can legally represent me in an immigration matter?

In the US, only lawyers and accredited representatives of recognised organisations may represent you before immigration agencies and courts (8 CFR 292.1). A notario or consultant cannot. This is general information, not legal advice.

How is this list of immigration lawyers in San Francisco, CA ranked?

By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.

Does a lawyer need an office in San Francisco?

No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.

Update log for San Francisco

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 280 immigration lawyers serving San Francisco.