Robert F. Jacobs & Associates, PLC - Santa Fe Springs, CA
Immigration & Naturalization Lawyers in Santa Fe Springs, CA
12631 Imperial Hwy. Ste. A113 Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
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- 1 Super Lawyers®
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23
Years
Experience
Santa Fe Springs Immigration & Naturalization Law Firm
Updated: 04/27/2026
Areas of Practice
- Immigration & Naturalization
- Criminal Defense
- Post-Conviction Relief
Litigation: 50%
Firm Information
Overview
Immigration and Naturalization Immigration and Naturalization
Our firm recognizes immigration laws and regulations are constantly evolving creating confusion and problems to those who wish to comply with the law. Whether the goal is deportation defense, obtaining permanent residency through family or work, employing immigrants, or achieving naturalization or citizenship, we represent both individuals and businesses to satisfy your wide range of immigration needs. We will even travel out of state and to foreign countries to make sure that your goals are met. Our sub-specialty is representing immigrants who are detained by immigration or have immigration holds and are facing imminent deportation or removal. We also possess special expertise in helping immigrants with criminal convictions to secure your release on bond, prevent deportation, and keep your lawful permanent residency or obtain new lawful permanent residency.
- Deportation/Removal Defense (detained and non-detained immigrants)- Family Petitions, I-130, I-485 Adjustment of Status- Visas - U Visas for crime victims, K/Fiance, V, T etc.- Lawful Permanent Resident Cards/ "Green Cards"- I-601A Provisional Waiver Process- Parole in Place for parents of military personnel - Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) - Crime Waivers (212(h), 237(a)(1)(h), 212(i))- Deportation Waivers (I-212) - Motions for Stay of Removal- Motions to Reopen Removal Proceedings- TPS & NACARA- Humanitarian Reinstatement of I-130 (widow/widower) - Political Asylum- Advance Parole- Complex Naturalization & Citizenship- Bond Hearings- Court Appearances- Work Permits, Employment Authorization- Consular Processing- Customs Enforcement, Confiscated Vehicles- Appeals to the Board of Immigration Appeals- Appeals to the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals- Motions to Reopen- Labor CertificationsCriminal Defense
We provide tough, effective post-conviction relief and criminal defense and specialize in representing defendants who are not yet citizens of the United States. Non-citizens must hire a criminal defense attorney who also understands the complex immigration laws to either negotiate a plea bargain that will successfully negate or minimize any adverse immigration consequences, or fight for an outright acquittal to prevent mandatory deportation and permanent exclusion from the United States. We also specialize in the representation of non-citizens who already have convictions and need help to eliminate the negative consequences of the convictions and fight so future immigration benefits can still be achieved.
- Motions to Vacate Convictions- Motions to Reduce Felonies to Misdemeanors - Expungements- Motions to Terminate Probation Early- Felony and Misdemeanor Cases- DUI's- PardonsRobert F. Jacobs is an honest attorney who provides tough representation at reasonable fees. He represents clients throughout the United States and from dozens of foreign countries. Spanish language spoken. Hablamos Español. Call for a consultation.
Awards and Honors
Super Lawyers® Selectees
Robert F. Jacobs & Associates, PLC selected for a Super Lawyers® list
- Jacobs, Robert F. On a Super Lawyers® List
Honors
- Certified Specialist, Immigration Law, State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization, 2007 - Present
- Super Lawyers, Immigration Lawyer, 2015 - 2020
- Super Lawyers, Southern California Rising Star, 2011 - Present
- The National Trial Lawyers Association - Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers, 2016 - Present
- The National Trial Lawyers Association - Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers, 2012 - Present
- Attorney of the Year, Southeast District Bar Association, 2019 - Present
Languages
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Spanish
Previous Law Firm Names
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Jacobs & Vega, PLC, June 30, 2005
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Law Office of Robert F. Jacobs, PLC, February 1, 2002
Classes and Seminars
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Crimes & Immigration: Hot Topics & the Value of Collaboration Between Criminal Defense and Immigration Attorneys., Los Angeles County Bar Association, April 4, 2019 - Present
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Crimes & Immigration: New Strategies in an Increasingly Challenging Climate.., Los Angeles County Bar Association, April 19, 2018 - Present
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Immigration Law in a Turbulent Political World: Walls or Bridges?, Southeast District Bar Association, September 28, 2016 - Present
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Practicing Before the Los Angeles/Adelanto Immigration Courts: Procedures, Tactics and Tips., Los Angeles County Bar Association, May 21, 2016 - Present
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Crimes & Immigration Seminar: New Strategies for Removal Defense., Los Angeles County Bar Association, September 21, 2013 - Present
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Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals: Criminal Ineligibility., Beverly Hills Bar Association, August 23, 2012 - Present
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Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals., American Immigration Lawyers Association, July 25, 2012 - Present
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Bonds: Give me freedom (or at least get me bonded out)., Los Angeles County Bar Association, November 30, 2011 - Present
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Crimes and Immigration: Strategies to Defend Convicted Clients Despite Increasing Obstacles., Los Angeles County Bar Association, October 22, 2011 - Present
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Crimes & Immigration Seminar., Los Angeles County Bar Association, October 9, 2010 - Present
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Immigration 911: Post-Conviction Relief (PCR)., Beverly Hills Bar Association, May 10, 2010 - Present
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Removal Hearing Advocacy Program (RHAP), Master Calendar & Hearing on the Merits., Los Angeles County Bar Association, May 14, 2008 - May 17, 2008
- Crimes & Immigration: Preventing Removal and Preserving Relief, Pre & Post-Conviction.., Los Angeles County Bar Association, January 12, 2008 - Present
Representative Cases
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In Re Martinez-Recinas
- Citation: 23 U & B Dec, 175 (Int. Dec. 3456)
- Court: BIA
- Year: 2001
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Jimenez-Angeles v. Ashcroft
- Citation: 291 F.3d 594
- Court: 9th Cir.
- Year: 2002
- Serial Number: 2002322729
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Valencia-Fragoso v. INS
- Citation: 321 F.3d 1204
- Court: 9th Cir.
- Year: 2003
- Serial Number: 2003197822
Attorneys
Contact
12631 Imperial Hwy.
Ste. A113
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Phone: 866-308-5703
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.rfjimmigration.com
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