The Best Immigration Lawyers in San Francisco (2026)

Updated November 2026 · 4 firms · California law

The best immigration lawyers in San Francisco in 2026 include Levin and Pangilinan, which says it has focused only on immigration since 1991, Roten Immigration Law for families and businesses, Bay Area Immigration Corp. for deportation defense and criminal issues, and Oasis Law Group for employment-based visas.

The list at a glance

FirmOfficeFocusBest for
1. Levin and PangilinanNorth Beach & Jackson SquareFamily and fiancé casesCouples and families
2. Roten Immigration LawFinancial DistrictIndividuals, families and businessesFamilies and employers
3. Bay Area Immigration Corp.Financial DistrictDeportation and crimmigrationPeople with a criminal case
4. Oasis Law GroupFinancial DistrictEmployment-based visasTech workers and employers

San Francisco has immigration courts and a large USCIS caseload, and many firms handle both tech-sector visas and family cases. If you've got a Notice to Appear or someone is detained, say so first when you call.

1. Levin and Pangilinan — North Beach & Jackson Square

Immigration only since 1991, per the firm.

Focus Family and fiancé casesBest for Couples and families

Levin and Pangilinan says it has focused exclusively on immigration since 1991, and has guidance for couples with a fiancé or spouse overseas.

930 Montgomery St, Suite 502, San Francisco, CA 94133

Firm profile 800-974-2691 Website Google Maps

2. Roten Immigration Law — Financial District

Roots going back to 1980, per the firm.

Focus Individuals, families and businessesBest for Families and employers

Roten Immigration Law helps individuals, families and businesses from Sansome Street.

350 Sansome St, Suite 400, San Francisco, CA 94104

Firm profile 415-986-4444 Website Google Maps

3. Bay Area Immigration Corp. — Financial District

Handles criminal cases that affect status.

Focus Deportation and crimmigrationBest for People with a criminal case

Bay Area Immigration Corp. handles deportation defense and family petitions, and criminal matters that affect immigration status.

615 Sansome St, 2nd Floor, San Francisco, CA 94111

Firm profile 415-732-1620 Website Google Maps

4. Oasis Law Group — Financial District

Employment-based immigrant visas.

Focus Employment-based visasBest for Tech workers and employers

Oasis Law Group handles immigration matters, including employment-based immigrant visas, from Pine Street and Walnut Creek.

100 Pine St, Suite 1250, San Francisco, CA 94111

Firm profile 415-992-7368 Website Google Maps

Frequently asked questions

How much does an immigration lawyer cost in San Francisco?

Many charge flat fees by application type, with higher fees for court cases, and government filing fees are separate. Get a written agreement that says what's included.

What should I do if I get a Notice to Appear?

Read it, keep it safe and call an immigration lawyer right away. Keep your address current with the court, and don't miss a hearing.

Can a notario help with my case?

No. In the US, a notary isn't a lawyer and can't legally give immigration advice. Use a licensed lawyer or a nonprofit recognized by the Justice Department.