Amber Heffner Law

04/15/2026

I'm excited to share that I was featured in the San Luis Obispo County March/April issue of the bar bulletin. It highlights my education and career from being an Atascadero High School graduate to moving back to the county 20 years later and opening my own law practice. I am so proud to represent immigrants on the central coast and throughout the country.

03/03/2026

I'm proud to announce that I was selected as the 2025 Outstanding Woman Lawyer by the Women Lawyers Association of San Luis Obispo. It's an honor to receive this award and I designated SLO Undocusupport as the organization to receive their donation. Thank you to my clients, colleagues, family, and friends who have supported me on this challenging but extremely rewarding journey.

01/13/2026

01/02/2026

10 years ago, I opened Amber Heffner Law. What a journey it has been, and I am so grateful to my clients, family and friends who supported me along the way. It's tough out there for immigrants, but we keep fighting for justice and looking for the good in all. Thank you so much.

11/17/2025

Presented at the CA American Immigration Lawyers Conference on resources to combat burnout. Very inspiring to be with my colleagues who refuse to back down or be intimidated by this administration. We keep fighting!

10/29/2025

I've been nominated for best SLO County Immigration Firm. Please vote for me if you agree!

Vote once per day from October 27 through November 14.

01/24/2025

Please share widely. The link has Know Your Rights information in 8 languages.

It’s important for everyone to know their rights if approached by an immigration (ICE) agent as well as how families can best prepare for something happening. This resource provides practical tips for things immigrant families can do now to prepare as well as information on rights everyone has in ...

01/10/2025

09/04/2024

My client just brought me these beautiful flowers after receiving her lawful permanent residence. It feels so good to make a difference in people lives.

02/22/2024

My pro bono client was granted his Special Immigrant Juvenile Findings today. This is the first step on his path to lawful permanent residency. I know he'll accomplish great things! (Picture shared with client's permission).