Avi Friedman
Immigration attorney · Santa Monica, CA · Admitted California 1995
About this attorney
Avi Friedman is a partner at Wolfsdorf Rosenthal LLP in Santa Monica, California, bringing nearly three decades of dedicated experience to the practice of immigration law. Nationally recognized for his deep knowledge of consular affairs and visa processing, Mr. Friedman assists corporate clients, individuals, and families with complex immigration and global mobility matters.
Mr. Friedman earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of California, Los Angeles in 1992 and his Juris Doctor from Loyola Law School in 1995. A partner at Wolfsdorf Rosenthal LLP since 1997, he has held prominent leadership positions within the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), including serving on the Department of State Liaison Committee and acting as Consular Affairs Liaison for AILA's Southern California Chapter. He is also a frequent author and lecturer on visa processing and waivers of inadmissibility.
Known for his thorough preparation and responsive counsel, Mr. Friedman is committed to navigating clients through the evolving landscape of U.S. immigration laws. He combines deep procedural insight with a client-first philosophy to deliver reliable and strategic immigration solutions.
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.
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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.
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