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Giacomo Jacques Behar

Immigration attorney · San Diego, CA · Admitted California 1980

About this attorney

Giacomo Jacques Behar is the managing attorney of Behar International Counsel, PLC, a premier immigration law firm headquartered in San Diego, California, with an additional office in the Westwood area of West Los Angeles. With decades of professional experience, Mr. Behar is a Certified Specialist in Immigration & Nationality Law designated by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. His practice encompasses comprehensive immigration solutions for individuals, families, and corporate clients navigating complex federal immigration processes.

Mr. Behar earned his Juris Doctor from California Western School of Law in 1993, following an MBA and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from United States International University. He also graduated from the Interpreters School in Zurich, Switzerland, earning credentials as a foreign language translator and conference interpreter. Over his career, he has achieved wide industry acclaim, earning spots on registries of outstanding professionals and recognition as a top immigration practitioner and published contributor.

Fluent in seven languages, Mr. Behar leverages his international background to offer clients culturally responsive and legally rigorous representation. His philosophy is grounded in meticulous preparation, candid counsel, and accessible service, providing in-depth strategic consultations to clients worldwide across diverse legal jurisdictions.

Matters handled

Practices before USCIS, EOIR immigration courts, and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA):

Practice Focus

Asylum and refugee protection

Practice Focus

Green cards

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Marriage and family petitions

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Work visas

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Citizenship and naturalization

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Deportation defense

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Student visas

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Business immigration

Specific Legal Services & Filings
Green Card Legal Assistance

Admissions

Licensing and court practice jurisdictions:

California State BarActive
Admitted: 1980
Verified
Federal Immigration Court Practice (EOIR)

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.

Law School & Legal Education
California Western School of LawJuris Doctor (J.D.) (1993)
United States International UniversityMaster of Business Administration (M.B.A.) (1984)
United States International UniversityBachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration (1983)
Interpreters School, Zurich, SwitzerlandForeign Languages Translator; Conference Interpreter (1980)

Languages

Languages consultations and case preparations are conducted in:

English

Consultations

Consultation formats, fee structures, and scheduling terms:

Format Options
In-person, Phone & Video

Initial assessments conducted via secure video conference (Zoom/Meet), telephone, or in-person at the firm office.

Initial Consultation Fee
Fixed Fee Consultation

Consultation fee is credited directly toward total legal representation fees if you retain the attorney.

Office

Physical office location, remote availability, and jurisdictions served:

Physical Address
Giacomo Jacques Behar
402 West Broadway
Suite 1520
San Diego, CA 92101
Remote Representation Available

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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Direct Telephone
+1 (619) 234-5962
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