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Trusted Immigration Lawyers in Pasadena, CA
Nelson & Associates,A Professional Law is a dedicated immigration law firm committed to providing tailored legal solutions for individuals, families, and businesses navigating U.S. immigration processes. With over 30 years of combined experience, our team prioritizes personalized service, ensuring clients receive strategic guidance aligned with evolving immigration laws. We maintain a 24-hour response policy for inquiries and employ a collaborative approach to address complex cases, including visas, citizenship, deportation defense, and employment-based immigration.

Our firm offers flexible payment plans and multilingual consultations to enhance accessibility. We serve clients globally while maintaining a strong presence in Pasadena and Los Angeles, California, with a focus on ethical representation and client education.
Services
H-1B Visas Family-Based Immigration Asylum Applications Employment-Based Immigration Citizenship & Naturalization Deportation Defense Business Immigration PERM Labor Certification International Student Visas Appeals & Motions
Highlights and features
  • We offer over 30 years of combined immigration law experience
  • Our team provides 24-hour response to client inquiries
  • We serve clients in Spanish, Filipino, Mandarin, and Cantonese
  • Flexible payment plans accommodate diverse budgetary needs
  • We maintain a collaborative approach to complex immigration cases
Associations and certifications
  • American Immigration Lawyers Association
  • American Bar Association
  • Los Angeles County Bar Association
Services
H-1B Visas
We assist employers and professionals with H-1B visa applications for temporary work authorization in specialty occupations. Our attorneys ensure compliance with USCIS requirements while addressing potential challenges. Clients receive strategic guidance throughout the petition process.
Family-Based Immigration
Our firm facilitates family reunification through spousal, parent-child, and sibling visa petitions. We navigate complex requirements for K-1 fianc visas and adjustment of status processes. Clients receive personalized timelines and documentation guidance.
Asylum Applications
We represent individuals seeking asylum based on persecution fears in their home countries. Our approach includes preparing credible fear interviews and compiling supporting evidence. We advocate for clients before immigration courts and asylum offices.
Employment-Based Immigration
Our services cover PERM labor certification, EB-2/EB-3 petitions, and multinational executive visa strategies. We help businesses sponsor foreign workers while maintaining compliance with Department of Labor regulations and USCIS standards.
Citizenship & Naturalization
We guide permanent residents through the naturalization process, including N-400 application preparation and interview readiness. Our attorneys address eligibility concerns related to residency requirements and criminal history disclosures.
People
Franklin W. Nelson
Founding Attorney
Licensed since 1990, Franklin Nelson specializes in immigration law with experience in Supreme Court cases and corporate immigration strategies. He represents clients in deportation defense and visa matters while maintaining memberships in major legal associations.
Questions
What immigration services do you specialize in?
We specialize in H-1B visas, family-based immigration, asylum applications, employment-based green cards, and citizenship matters. Our practice also covers deportation defense and business immigration solutions.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations in multiple languages including Spanish, Filipino, Mandarin, and Cantonese to discuss your immigration case and available options.
How can I check my case status?
Registered clients can check their case status through our online portal or by contacting our office directly. We maintain 24-hour response policy for case-related inquiries.
Do you handle complex immigration appeals?
Yes, our attorneys have experience with immigration appeals and motions before the BIA, federal courts, and USCIS administrative processes for denied applications and deportation orders.
Are payment plans available for legal services?
We offer flexible payment plans and volume discounts for corporate clients to make immigration legal services accessible while maintaining high-quality representation standards.
Do you represent corporate clients nationwide?
Yes, we represent businesses across the United States with employment-based immigration needs, including multinational corporations and small businesses seeking foreign worker sponsorship.