Laura Butkute
Immigration attorney · Marina del Rey, CA · Admitted California 2005
About this attorney
Laura Butkute is a dedicated California attorney practicing in Marina del Rey, specializing in elder law, estate planning, probate, and Medi-Cal planning. With over two decades of comprehensive legal experience, she guides individuals and families through complex legal landscapes to safeguard their assets and secure their long-term interests. Laura earned her Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree from the UCLA School of Law after obtaining an LL.M. from Vilnius University Faculty of Law. Her focused expertise in elder law and estate administration has earned her notable industry recognition, including being named among the Best Probate Attorneys in Hollywood. Committed to a compassionate, client-centered approach, Laura understands the sensitive nature of long-term care and legacy planning. She works closely with each client to provide personalized strategies that address both immediate healthcare needs and lasting family wealth preservation.
Throughout their legal career, Laura has concentrated their practice on complex immigration filings, including visitor visa legal assistance, estate planning, and probate. Having graduated from University of California, Los Angeles - School of Law, they bring rigorous statutory analysis, thorough evidentiary documentation, and meticulous case preparation to every client petition before the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and regional Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) immigration courts.
Recognizing that immigration matters are deeply personal and critical to their clients' future, Laura maintains transparent communication and accessible counsel throughout every stage of the legal process. Their office conducts thorough initial case evaluations, helps clients understand potential risks and timelines, and provides clear, personalized guidance from initial petition submission through interview representation and appellate review.
Matters handled
Practices before USCIS, EOIR immigration courts, and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA):
Asylum and refugee protection
Green cards
Marriage and family petitions
Work visas
Citizenship and naturalization
Deportation defense
Student visas
Business immigration
Admissions
Licensing and court practice jurisdictions:
Authorized to appear and represent clients before all United States Immigration Courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), and USCIS administrative interviews nationwide under 8 C.F.R. § 1292.1.
Languages
Languages consultations and case preparations are conducted in:
Consultations
Consultation formats, fee structures, and scheduling terms:
Initial assessments conducted via secure video conference (Zoom/Meet), telephone, or in-person at the firm office.
Consultation fee is credited directly toward total legal representation fees if you retain the attorney.
Office
Physical office location, remote availability, and jurisdictions served:
Because United States immigration law is strictly federal, this attorney represents clients living across all 50 states, U.S. territories, and abroad with electronic filings and secure video consultations.
Contact
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