IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY PROFILE
Janis J Peterson-Lord
Immigration Attorney in Long Beach, California
Law Office of Janis Peterson - LordLong Beach, CA
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Janis J Peterson-Lord is a lawyer practicing immigration and visa law, permanent residency through employment, permanent residency through family and 10 other areas of law. Janis received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1974, and has been licensed for 30 years. Janis practices at Law Office of Jani…
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About the Attorney
Janis J Peterson-Lord is a lawyer practicing immigration and visa law, permanent residency through employment, permanent residency through family and 10 other areas of law. Janis received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1974, and has been licensed for 30 years. Janis practices at Law Office of Janis Peterson - Lord in Long Beach, CA.
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Practice Areas
Immigration Matters Handled
- Petitions for spouses, children, parents and siblings of U.S. citizens and permanent residents, including adjustment of status and consular processing.
- Green cards through qualifying investment in a new commercial enterprise in the United States.
- Visas and status issues for international students and exchange visitors, including OPT and practical training.
- Protection for survivors of domestic violence, qualifying crimes and human trafficking.
- Representation in immigration court removal proceedings and related relief such as cancellation of removal.
- Waivers such as I-601 and I-601A for grounds of inadmissibility.
- Immigrant and nonimmigrant visa processing at U.S. embassies and consulates abroad.
- Applications for U.S. citizenship (N-400), certificates of citizenship and related issues.
Education / Credentials / Memberships
Education
- J.D., Pepperdine University School of Law
- B.A. Political, University of California at Los Angeles
Credentials
- Admitted to practice in California (1996)
- Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1996)
Memberships
- State Bar of California American Immigration Lawyers Association Los Angeles County Bar Association
Office & Service Areas
Law Office of Janis Peterson - Lord
Long Beach, CA 90804, 1383 Redondo Avenue, Suite 2, Long Beach, CA 90804
Serving clients in Long Beach and throughout California.
Consultation & Fees Overview
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- Engagement terms and scope of representation provided in writing
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Profile updated Nov 2, 2026. Source: imported listing.