Business Details
8 Years
experience
Trusted Immigration Attorney in Anaheim, CA
The Law Office of Mario Zapata has been dedicated to providing personalized and high-quality immigration legal services since 2018. With over 11 years of experience in immigration law, our firm specializes in family-based petitions, deportation defense, employment-based visas, and citizenship matters. We represent clients in U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services interviews, Immigration Courts, and appellate tribunals across the United States.Our practice is built on a foundation of ethical representation, community service, and a commitment to achieving successful outcomes for individuals and businesses navigating complex immigration systems. We offer flexible payment plans and free initial consultations to ensure accessible legal solutions for all clients.
Services
Family-Based Immigration
Deportation Defense
Employment-Based Visas
Naturalization Process
DACA Applications
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- We offer over 11 years of immigration law experience with courtroom success
- We provide free initial consultations for family-based immigration matters
- Our firm offers flexible payment plans without interest
- We have successfully argued cases before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals
- Our attorney personally volunteers at community immigration fairs
What people say
Patient, Responsible, Excellent Lawyer
Trustworthy and affordable attorney
Successfully filed U-Visa application
Responsive and knowledgeable
Saw clients after hours
Services
Family-Based Immigration
We handle all aspects of family-based immigration including I-130 petitions, adjustment of status, and fiance visa applications. Our services help U.S. citizens and permanent residents reunite with spouses, children, parents, and siblings through proper immigration channels. We provide guidance for both immediate relatives and preference category applicants navigating the visa bulletin system.
Deportation Defense
Our firm specializes in defending clients facing deportation through asylum applications, cancellation of removal, and waiver petitions. We represent individuals in immigration court proceedings and appellate tribunals, focusing on strategies to maintain lawful status. Our services include preparing prosecutorial discretion requests and defending against removal based on criminal convictions or visa violations.
Employment-Based Visas
We assist employers and employees with H-1B, L-1, E-1/E-2, and TN visa applications. Our services cover PERM labor certification, I-140 petitions, and compliance with Department of Labor requirements. We represent technology firms, healthcare providers, and multinational corporations in securing work authorization for specialty occupation workers and intra-company transferees.
Naturalization Process
We guide clients through the naturalization process including N-400 applications, English proficiency waivers, and civics exam preparation. Our services cover both standard naturalization and derivative citizenship claims for individuals born abroad to U.S. citizen parents. We provide specialized assistance for military families and long-term residents seeking citizenship benefits.
DACA Applications
We process initial DACA applications and renewal requests for undocumented individuals who arrived as children. Our services include work permit applications and advance parole documentation. We provide updated guidance on policy changes affecting Dreamers and help clients maintain eligibility through proper documentation and compliance with program requirements.
People
Mario Zapata
Attorney
Mario Zapata has 11 years of experience in immigration law, representing clients in deportation defense, family-based petitions, and employment visas. He graduated from Chapman University School of Law and handles cases before USCIS, immigration courts, and appellate tribunals. He volunteers at community immigration fairs and speaks on immigration law topics.
Questions
What immigration services do you offer?
We handle family-based immigration, deportation defense, employment visas, naturalization, DACA applications, and appellate representation before immigration courts and federal circuit courts.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for family-based immigration matters and deportation defense cases to evaluate your specific situation and legal options.
How can I pay for legal services?
We offer flexible payment plans without interest and accept major credit cards to make immigration legal services accessible for all clients.
Do you handle deportation cases?
Yes, we represent clients in removal proceedings including asylum applications, cancellation of removal, and appellate defense before immigration courts and the Ninth Circuit.
Can you help with work visas?
We specialize in H-1B, L-1, E-1/E-2, and TN visa applications for employers and employees across technology, healthcare, and multinational business sectors.
Do you serve clients outside California?
While based in Anaheim, we represent clients nationwide and internationally, particularly in Southern California counties including Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Diego.
