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Orange County immigration lawyers · Since 2017

Devoted to your American dream.

Whether you’re beginning your U.S. immigration journey or need to fix your status, our team guides you through every step — with care, clarity and a plan.

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Practicing immigration law since
2017
Google rating across 200+ reviews
4.8
Immigration cases handled
3000+
Immigration law. Nothing else.
100%

Recognized & accredited

  • American Immigration Lawyers Association, 2026 member
  • The State Bar of California
  • Orange County
    Bar Association
  • Avvo Clients’ Choice
    Award 2023

Practice areas

Every path to America.

Immigration law is all we do. From a first green card to citizenship, from a denied petition to a new business, we handle every step for individuals, families and employers.

Our team

The people behind your case.

Attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants and intake specialists who speak English, Spanish and Hebrew — and treat every file as if it were their own family’s.

Meet the full team
  • Yael Brudner, Managing Attorney & CEOAttorney

    Yael Brudner

    Managing Attorney & CEO

    State Bar of California since 2008

  • Taylor Gillhamer, Attorney at LawAttorney

    Taylor Gillhamer

    Attorney at Law

    Oregon State Bar · practices in all 50 states

  • Linda Delfin, Managing Paralegal

    Linda Delfin

    Managing Paralegal

  • Natalia Velez, Intake Specialist Manager

    Natalia Velez

    Intake Specialist Manager

  • Miriam Quarticelli, Paralegal

    Miriam Quarticelli

    Paralegal

  • Jackie Chavez, Paralegal

    Jackie Chavez

    Paralegal

  • Jennifer De La Pena, Paralegal

    Jennifer De La Pena

    Paralegal

  • Christina Espino, Legal Assistant

    Christina Espino

    Legal Assistant

  • Vanessa Estrada, Legal Assistant

    Vanessa Estrada

    Legal Assistant

  • Maria Fernanda Rueda, Legal Assistant

    Maria Fernanda Rueda

    Legal Assistant

  • Priscilla Iniquez, Office Assistant

    Priscilla Iniquez

    Office Assistant

  • Evelyn Carvajal, Intake Specialist

    Evelyn Carvajal

    Intake Specialist

  • Angel Bastidas, Intake Specialist

    Angel Bastidas

    Intake Specialist

  • Stefany Castro, Intake Specialist

    Stefany Castro

    Intake Specialist

  • Daisy Duarte, Intake Specialist

    Daisy Duarte

    Intake Specialist

  • Boaz Brudner, Board Advisor

    Boaz Brudner

    Board Advisor

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Yael Brudner, founder and managing attorney of Brudner Law
Yael BrudnerFounder & Managing Attorney

Founded by an immigrant, for immigrants

We understand — because we’ve been there.

Yael Brudner has been a member of the State Bar of California since 2008 and earned her law degree at the University of Haifa. In 2017 she founded Brudner Law to practice one thing: immigration law.

Today she leads a team of attorneys, paralegals and intake specialists who speak English, Spanish and Hebrew — serving clients across all 50 states and around the world from our office in Irvine.

Meet the team

Why Brudner Law

How we work for you.

Choosing an immigration lawyer is a big decision. This is what you can expect from us, from the first call to the day your case is decided.

  1. Focus

    Immigration law, nothing else

    Since 2017 we have practiced one area of law. Our attorneys and paralegals have handled thousands of immigration cases — from first visas to complex waivers — and follow every USCIS change.

    Portraits of Brudner Law attorneys and paralegals

  2. Lived experience

    We understand you

    Our team has walked through the immigration process ourselves or beside a close family member. We serve you in English, Spanish and Hebrew, and we stand with you on the big day.

    Yael Brudner with a client at a naturalization ceremony

  3. Review

    AI-checked, attorney-approved

    Before anything is filed, our AI review checks your forms and documents for missing evidence and mismatched details. Then an attorney reviews and signs off on every page.

    The Brudner Law case workspace showing AI review complete and lead paralegal and attorney review approved

  4. Transparency

    Always know what’s next

    Your private client portal shows every milestone, task and document — encrypted, on any device. No chasing emails, no guessing where your case stands.

    The Brudner Law client portal dashboard with filing receipts for a case filed with USCIS

  5. Resolve

    Fearless problem solvers

    Denials, bars, complicated histories. No case is too challenging for us to take a careful, honest look and map out the strongest path forward.

    A Brudner Law client celebrating her approval in the firm’s office
Yael Brudner pointing toward the steps to get started

How it works

Three steps to a clear path.

  1. 1

    Free · by phone

    A free first call

    Tell our intake team what is happening. We listen, answer your first questions and point you to the right next step.

  2. 2

    Paid · in person or video

    Your attorney consultation

    A thorough review of your situation with an attorney, and a clear strategy for your case before you commit to anything.

  3. 3

    Start to finish

    We take it from there

    We prepare, file and track every form and deadline, and keep you informed until your case is decided.

Book a consultation Start with a free call

Your client portal

Your whole case, in one secure place.

Every Brudner Law client gets a private online portal, built on the same platform our attorneys work in. Nothing gets lost in email, and you always know what happens next.

  • Private by design

    Encrypted at rest and in transit, behind two-step sign-in. Only you and your legal team can open your file.

  • AI-checked, attorney-approved

    Our AI review flags missing evidence and mismatched details before anything is filed, and an attorney signs off on every page.

  • Always know what’s next

    Follow every milestone from intake to USCIS receipt to approval, with live case-status updates.

  • Effortless from anywhere

    Answer questions, upload documents from your phone, sign forms and pay securely online, on your schedule.

Client stories

Hear it from the families we’ve helped.

Client stories

Real people. Real approvals.

4.8200+ Google reviewsRead client reviews
  • A Brudner Law client: new u.s. citizenNew U.S. citizen
  • A Brudner Law client: oath day, with yaelOath day, with Yael
  • A Brudner Law client: new u.s. citizenNew U.S. citizen
  • A Brudner Law client: approvedApproved
  • A Brudner Law client: new u.s. citizenNew U.S. citizen
  • A Brudner Law client: celebrating togetherCelebrating together
  • A Brudner Law client: new u.s. citizenNew U.S. citizen
  • A Brudner Law client: certificate in handCertificate in hand
  • A Brudner Law client: new u.s. citizenNew U.S. citizen
  • A Brudner Law client: a proud dayA proud day
  • A Brudner Law client: new u.s. citizenNew U.S. citizen
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In their words

  • Approved in under 3 months

    A marriage-based green card

    “With their dedication, my marriage-based green card was approved in less than 3 months. Today, I am a proud U.S. permanent resident, and this security brings great joy to my family.”
    Marriage green cardClient review · Oct 2024
  • After 35 years of trying

    The green card no one else could get

    “After 35 years of seeking help with no success, we found Yael Brudner and her team. Despite the challenges, they achieved the impossible: securing my husband’s green card.”
    Family green cardClient review · Sept 2024
  • Approved after a five-year climb

    An E-2 investor visa

    “They supported me through a very messy case and ultimately succeeded in getting me my E-2 visa after a five-year climb. I’m beyond grateful.”
    E-2 investor visaGoogle review
  • Citizenship
    “I just received my American citizenship!!! Everything went nice and smoothly from the beginning to end thanks to Vanessa and Miriam who did a great job.”
    Anna C.Google review
  • Citizenship
    “Thanks to them we are now officially USA citizens! They made the immigration process seamless and were available to answer all our questions.”
    Robyn H.Google review
  • Green Card
    “Helped my wife get a green card despite being a difficult case. 10/10 would recommend.”
    Kevin S.Google review
  • Green Card
    “Brudner Law made the green card process smooth and stress-free. Everyone was professional, responsive, and kind throughout.”
    Gvantsa G.Google review
  • Green Card
    “In 5 months I got my green card. No matter where you come from, I suggest you go with Brudner Law.”
    Valentina W.Google review
  • Residency
    “They are extremely knowledgeable. They helped my husband complete his residency, and were so great.”
    Andrea R.Google review
  • Naturalization
    “Excellent guidance through my N-400 Naturalization process. I am extremely grateful for all of your help.”
    Erin G.Google review
  • E-2 Visa
    “Great experience exploring the E-2 visa path. Clear guidance, practical business insight, and a true end-to-end solution.”
    Aviv H.Google review
  • Green Card
    “Green Card approved fast. Approved within 7 months for my 2-year GC and approved fast again for my 10-year.”
    Save B.Google review
  • Immigration
    “They made a very stressful process nice and easy for us, and helped reduce the overall stress and anxiety of everything.”
    R.S.Google review
  • Immigration
    “I want to personally thank all the team attorneys and staff for their professionalism and attention to my case.”
    T.P.Google review
  • Citizenship
    “Excellent advice provided on a citizenship case, with deep knowledge of the process and current immigration environment.”
    G.D.Google review
  • Immigration
    “Wonderful experience, everyone is so kind and professional. Thank you all for your hard work.”
    P.D.L.Google review
  • Immigration
    “I trust them a lot—very helpful and organized. I’m really happy with the process.”
    C.S.Google review
  • Immigration
    “She was professional, knowledgeable, and always available to answer my questions. She helped me throughout the process and made everything much easier to understand.”
    H.M.B.Google review
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Questions

Ready to start, but still wondering?

Immigration questions rarely have one-line answers. If yours isn’t here, our intake team is a phone call away.

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How long has Brudner Law been practicing?

We have been changing lives since 2017. We practice immigration law exclusively — immigration cases are the only cases we take.

Why should I work with an immigration lawyer?

An immigration lawyer guides you through a complex, high-stakes process so your application or petition has the best chance of success. With Brudner Law you have an experienced partner who understands the nuances that forms and instructions leave out.

What does an immigration attorney do?

An immigration attorney advises on, prepares and represents you in immigration matters — from visa applications and green card petitions to waivers, appeals and more complex legal challenges — working toward the best possible outcome for you and your family.

Is the first call free?

Yes. Your initial call with our intake team is free. If you would like legal advice, you can book a consultation with an attorney: $165 for a virtual consultation, available worldwide, or $195 in person at our Irvine, CA office.

What can I expect from a consultation?

A thorough evaluation of your case. Your attorney will listen to your story, understand your situation and outline the strategies available to you, so you leave with clarity about your options and next steps.

Yael Brudner smiling, seated outside the Brudner Law office

Your next step

Your American dream starts with one conversation.

If your case is time-sensitive, don’t wait. Book a consultation in Irvine or by video from anywhere in the world.

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