Business Details
39 Years
experience
Trusted Immigration Attorneys in San Diego
For over three decades, our firm has dedicated itself to providing comprehensive immigration legal services, guiding clients through complex immigration processes with expertise and compassion. Our attorneys, recognized nationally for their proficiency, have served the San Diego community since 1987, offering personalized representation in immigration law, federal appellate matters, and related legal fields. With a focus on family-based immigration, employment-based petitions, and federal litigation, we combine deep legal knowledge with a commitment to client-centered service.Our bilingual team ensures accessibility for Spanish-speaking clients, while our skilled litigators handle cases from administrative appeals to federal court proceedings. We pride ourselves on maintaining a reputation built on successful outcomes, professional mentorship, and community engagement, ensuring clients feel supported throughout every stage of their legal journey.
Services
Immigration Law
Federal Appellate Law
Federal Civil Defense
International Adoption
CABOTAGE/CTPAT Compliance
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- Nationally recognized experts in immigration law with decades of combined experience
- Bilingual legal team fluent in English and Spanish for accessible representation
- Skilled litigators handling federal court matters from district to circuit levels
- Specialized expertise in complex immigration cases including deportation defense
- Certified specialists by the State Bar of California in immigration law
Associations and certifications
- American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
- State Bar of California Certified Specialist in Immigration and Nationality Law
Services
Immigration Law
Our immigration law practice addresses all aspects of U.S. immigration, including non-immigrant visas, family-based petitions, and employment-based immigration. We provide comprehensive consultations to analyze eligibility and develop tailored strategies for clients seeking lawful status. Our attorneys handle complex cases involving unlawful presence, prior deportations, and criminal offenses while maintaining a focus on achieving successful outcomes through administrative and judicial processes.
Federal Appellate Law
We specialize in federal appellate litigation for immigration cases, representing clients before district courts and circuit courts of appeals. Our practice includes mandamus actions, denaturalization defense, and appeals of immigration court decisions. With extensive experience in administrative appeals and federal litigation, we provide continuity of representation from initial proceedings through appellate review, ensuring comprehensive legal advocacy at every stage.
CABOTAGE/CTPAT Compliance
Our firm represents transportation companies and drivers in cabotage law violations and CTPAT compliance matters. We assist clients facing allegations of unauthorized point-to-point transportation within the U.S. and help maintain CTPAT certification through regulatory compliance strategies. Our services include administrative representation before CBP and EOIR, as well as defense against visa violations related to USMCA transportation regulations.
Deportation Defense
We defend clients facing deportation through strategic legal representation in removal proceedings. Our practice includes applications for asylum, cancellation of removal, and waiver requests. We specialize in addressing the immigration consequences of criminal convictions while advocating for clients' rights in federal courts and immigration tribunals to prevent deportation and maintain lawful status.
International Adoption
Our international adoption services guide families through the complex legal processes required to adopt children from abroad. We handle Hague Convention adoptions, immigration paperwork, and post-adoption legal matters. With experience in both domestic and international adoption law, we ensure compliance with U.S. immigration requirements while providing personalized support throughout the adoption journey.
People
Nora E. Milner
Partner
With over 30 years of immigration law experience, Attorney Milner holds two LLM degrees and is a State Bar-certified specialist. She teaches immigration law at California Western School of Law and has been named a Super Lawyer for Immigration Law from 2008-2024.
Guadalupe Alvarado Luna
Partner
Specializing in family-based immigration and federal appellate litigation, Attorney Alvarado brings extensive experience in deportation defense and complex immigration cases to the firm's practice.
Tifany E. Markee
Partner
Founder of Markee Law PC, Attorney Markee focuses on family-based immigration, international adoption, and surrogacy law, providing specialized legal services in these complex areas.
Questions
What immigration services do you specialize in?
We specialize in family-based immigration, employment-based petitions, federal appellate litigation, deportation defense, international adoption, and CABOTAGE/CTPAT compliance matters.
Do you offer consultations for immigration cases?
Yes, we provide comprehensive consultations to analyze your immigration goals, eligibility, and potential legal challenges while maintaining client confidentiality.
Can you handle federal court immigration appeals?
Our firm has extensive experience litigating immigration cases in federal courts, including district courts and courts of appeals, with a focus on appellate advocacy.
Do you provide services in Spanish?
Yes, our staff and attorneys are fully bilingual in English and Spanish to better serve our clients' needs.
What makes your firm different from other immigration attorneys?
We combine decades of experience, State Bar certification in immigration law, federal litigation capabilities, and personalized representation with a proven track record of successful outcomes.
How do you handle complex deportation cases?
We develop strategic defense strategies for deportation cases, including asylum applications, cancellation of removal, and waiver requests while protecting clients' rights throughout the process.
