Brian D. Lerner is the founder and principal attorney of the Law Offices of Brian D. Lerner, APC, an immigration law firm based in Long Beach, California, serving clients throughout the United States and internationally. For more than 30 years, his practice has been devoted exclusively to U.S. immigration and nationality law.
Certified Specialist in Immigration and Nationality Law
Brian holds the Certified Specialist designation in Immigration and Nationality Law from the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization — a credential held by fewer than 200 of California’s more than 200,000 licensed attorneys. Certification requires demonstrated experience, continuing education, peer review, and a written examination in the specialty.
Licensure and Court Admissions
Brian is licensed to practice law in California, Texas, and Michigan, and is admitted before multiple U.S. Circuit Courts of Appeals. Because immigration law is federal, the Firm represents clients in every state and at consulates abroad.
Practice
Over three decades, Brian and his team have handled thousands of matters across the full range of immigration law: deportation and removal defense, family-based petitions and adjustment of status, asylum and humanitarian relief, waivers of inadmissibility, employment-based and investor visas, naturalization and citizenship, and federal appellate litigation. A selection of results is available on the Wins page.
Educator and Author
Brian has published more than 1,700 educational videos on immigration law on his YouTube channel, helping millions of viewers understand their options under U.S. immigration law.
The Team
Consultations and casework are handled by Brian D. Lerner and associate attorney Christopher A. Reed, supported by experienced staff. Consultations are available by phone or Zoom across all U.S. time zones and internationally. Hablamos Español.