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):
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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