Atty. David M Haghighi

Atty. David M Haghighi

David M. Haghighi is the founder of the Law Offices of David M.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 25 yrs experience 25 year
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About David M Haghighi at a glance

David M Haghighi is an Attorney based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Law Offices of David M. Haghighi, APC. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on asylum and immigration. Admitted to practice in California District Court Central District of California District Court Northern District of Califor (2001). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 2000) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1995). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David M. Haghighi is the founder of the Law Offices of David M. Haghighi, APC, an immigration law firm based in Los Angeles, California
  • He is a Certified Specialist in Immigration & Nationality Law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization and represents clients in asylum, removal defense, family immigration, waivers, appeals, and other complex immigration matters
  • Mr. Haghighi has built his practice around helping immigrants and their families navigate high-stakes legal problems with precision, preparation, and strong advocacy
  • Based in Los Angeles, he represents clients throughout California, across the United States, and worldwide
  • Mr. Haghighi’s perspective is also informed by personal experience
  • He came to the United States after fleeing persecution and was granted asylum, a background that informs his commitment to immigration representation
  • Mr. Haghighi received his undergraduate degree from UCLA and his law degree from Southwestern University School of Law
  • As a lawyer and advocate, Mr. Haghighi has learned that not everybody succeeds
  • This is why an attorney who, like Mr. Haghighi, knows the law, is attentive to detail, compassionate, and willing to vigorously fight on behalf of his clients, helps increase the chances of success

Practice Areas Explained

David M Haghighi's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David M Haghighi handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Asylum & Refugee

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Immigration Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David M Haghighi

Where is David M Haghighi's law office located?
David M Haghighi's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Law Offices of David M. Haghighi, APC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David M Haghighi handle?
David M Haghighi focuses on asylum, immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David M Haghighi practiced law?
David M Haghighi has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did David M Haghighi go to law school?
David M Haghighi earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A., 1995).
How can I contact David M Haghighi for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Southwestern University School of Law
- 2000
B.A.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1995

Bar Admissions

California District Court Central District of California District Court Northern District of Califor
Admitted: 2001

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