Law Offices of Sabrina Li

Law Offices of Sabrina Li The Law Offices of Sabrina Li is a top-rated immigration law firm practicing U.S. immigration law.

Law Offices of Sabrina Li helps immigrants, refugees, and corporations by providing guidance on immigration, visas, naturalization, and citizenship.

08/27/2026

I-601 Denied, Then Approved on Second Try – Green Card Won, Family Kept Together

❓ Can you file a second I-601 waiver after a denial?
❓ What happens if USCIS finds misrepresentation on a tourist visa from years ago?
❓ Can a U.S. citizen child strengthen an extreme hardship case?
❓ What does "extreme hardship" actually mean for an I-601 waiver?
❓ Can a second waiver filing succeed where the first one failed?

If your I-601 waiver was denied and you are facing a marriage-based green card case involving misrepresentation, this case may be critical to your immigration strategy.

Sabrina Li is certified by the State Bar of California as a Legal Specialist in Immigration and Nationality Law – an honor held by less than 1% of attorneys.

Our client entered the U.S. on a B-1/B-2 visa in 2014 and later married a U.S. citizen. Years earlier, her tourist visa application misstated her marital status – presenting her as still married when that marriage had already ended. USCIS found her inadmissible under INA § 212(a)(6)(C)(i). Her first I-601 waiver was denied in 2020.

We refiled her green card application in 2023 and rebuilt the waiver from the foundation. Crucially, circumstances had changed: after years of fertility struggles, the couple now had a U.S. citizen child. That reality transformed the hardship picture.

USCIS approved the I-601 waiver on April 30, 2026. Her I-485 was approved on May 20, 2026 – green card granted. The family stayed together.

Key takeaway: A denied I-601 waiver is not the end. A second filing with the right strategy can succeed.

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Disclaimer: For informational purposes only. Not legal advice.

Same month. Same attorney from our firm. Two clients granted bond!One bond was set at $50,000. The other was only $5,000...
08/25/2026

Same month. Same attorney from our firm. Two clients granted bond!

One bond was set at $50,000. The other was only $5,000. You might assume the $5,000 case was easier—but the $50,000 case actually had more favorable evidence supporting release.

This shows how differently similar cases may be decided by different judges.

Most importantly, both clients were released quickly and can now fight their immigration cases without remaining in detention.

Being detained by ICE does not mean someone is a criminal. Many detained immigrants have followed the law their entire lives and are being held because of immigration-status or procedural issues.

In today’s difficult environment, strong evidence, the right strategy, and an experienced attorney can make a real difference.

If you or a loved one is facing ICE detention or needs an immigration bond hearing, contact our office as soon as possible.You can contact Law Offices of Sabrina Li by phone on our general line at (213) 375-8096 or on our Chinese-language hotline at (626) 800-4820, by email at [email protected], and you can learn more about our immigration practice at sabrinali.law.

Every case is different. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

08/11/2026

F-1 Reinstatement Approved After OPT Denial and Failed Motion to Reopen

❓ Can an F-1 student get reinstated after an OPT denial
❓ What happens if USCIS denies a Motion to Reopen
❓ Can bad advice from a school's international office be grounds for reinstatement
❓ What is F-1 reinstatement under 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(f)(16)
❓ How do you prove the status violation was beyond your control
❓ Can I continue my studies while reinstatement is pending
❓ Will a denied OPT affect my future immigration options
❓ Do I need an attorney for the reinstatement process

These are common questions for international students who lose F-1 status after an OPT denial. At the Law Offices of Sabrina Li, we secured full F-1 reinstatement for a student whose OPT was denied due to incorrect guidance from her school – and whose Motion to Reopen was also denied. She is now enrolled in a Master's program in Computer Science, back on solid legal footing.

📞 Call the Law Offices of Sabrina Li at (213) 375-8096

Your American Dream. Our Commitment.

We are proud to announce that Attorney Sabrina Li, Founder of the Law Offices of Sabrina Li, has been selected to the 20...
07/29/2026

We are proud to announce that Attorney Sabrina Li, Founder of the Law Offices of Sabrina Li, has been selected to the 2027 Southern California Super Lawyers list—an honor awarded to no more than 5% of attorneys in Southern California.

After being recognized as a Southern California Rising Star since 2022, this recognition reflects years of dedicated advocacy, unwavering commitment to excellence, and a passion for helping immigrants, families, entrepreneurs, and businesses navigate the U.S. immigration system.

At the Law Offices of Sabrina Li, we are grateful to every client who has trusted us with their future and every team member whose dedication makes this achievement possible. This recognition belongs to all of us.

Congratulations, Sabrina! Here's to continuing to change lives—one case, one family, and one success story at a time.

⚖️ Today, ICE was ready to detain our client mid-interview. 30 minutes later, he walked out of the federal building and ...
07/07/2026

⚖️ Today, ICE was ready to detain our client mid-interview. 30 minutes later, he walked out of the federal building and drove home with his wife. ❤️

This is what our client didn't see coming — and what Attorney Sabrina Li made possible.

Today, Sabrina flew across the country to Des Moines, Iowa to stand beside her client at his I-130 marriage green card interview. Because he had a prior removal order, she knew ICE could show up. So she prepared for it. 📂

Less than an hour in, ICE arrived and said he would be detained. The room went silent. His wife broke down in tears. Everyone thought it was over.

Sabrina stood up. No panic. No arguing.

She handed the ICE officer the two documents that changed everything 👇

✅ Proof that the Stay of Removal from the Ninth Circuit was still in effect

✅ Proof that the case was still pending before the BIA — the system just hadn't updated

Then she explained, point by point, why there was no legal basis to remove him that day. ICE verified with the BIA. Thirty minutes later, the elevator opened — and our client walked out, free. 🕊️
His wife ran to him. This time, the tears were relief. They went home together. 🏡

💡 Clients often think a lawyer "just said a few words." The truth? Those words work because of years of removal-defense experience, mastery of the process, and knowing exactly what to say, to whom, when — and which documents to hand over.

Complex immigration cases aren't won on luck. They're won on preparation.

At the Law Offices of Sabrina Li, that's what we do — protect families and keep them together. 💙

📞 Facing a removal order, an ICE issue, or an upcoming green card interview? Don't walk in alone.

👉 Don’t wait. Schedule your consultation today at www.sabrinali.law or call (213) 375-8096 to speak with our team.

La Copa Mundial FIFA 2026 ha llegado a Estados Unidos. Para muchas de las familias que servimos, este país es más que la...
07/06/2026

La Copa Mundial FIFA 2026 ha llegado a Estados Unidos. Para muchas de las familias que servimos, este país es más que la sede del evento deportivo más importante del mundo. Es donde trabajan, crían a sus hijos y construyen su futuro.

Para celebrarlo, Law Offices of Sabrina Li está eximiendo su tarifa regular de consulta de $500 para un número limitado de citas.

Su consulta privada de 15 minutos con un abogado de inmigración incluye una evaluación inicial de su caso, una explicación clara de sus opciones legales y posibles riesgos, y recomendaciones sobre posibles estrategias migratorias. Aplica para casos de asilo, procesos de deportación, peticiones familiares, residencia permanente (Green Card), ciudadanía y naturalización, perdones migratorios, respuestas a RFE, NOID y negaciones, y otros asuntos de inmigración.

📞 Llame al (213) 375-8096 y mencione el código FBWC26SABRINALI para agendar.

Cupos limitados disponibles.
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Publicidad de abogado. Una consulta no garantiza ningún resultado ni crea una relación abogado-cliente.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has arrived in the United States. For many of the families we serve, America is more than the ho...
07/06/2026

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has arrived in the United States. For many of the families we serve, America is more than the host of the world's biggest sporting event. It is where they work, raise their children, and build their future.

To celebrate, the Law Offices of Sabrina Li is waiving our regular $500 consultation fee for a limited number of appointments.

Your 15-minute consultation with an immigration attorney includes an initial evaluation of your case, a clear picture of your legal options and potential risks, and a discussion of possible immigration strategies. It covers asylum, removal proceedings, family-based immigration, green cards, citizenship and naturalization, waivers, RFE, NOID and denial responses, and other immigration matters.

📞 Call (213) 375-8096 and mention code FBWC26SABRINALI to schedule.

Limited appointments available.
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Attorney Advertising. A consultation does not guarantee any outcome or create an attorney-client relationship.

This Independence Day, we join our community in celebrating the values of freedom, opportunity, and resilience that cont...
07/02/2026

This Independence Day, we join our community in celebrating the values of freedom, opportunity, and resilience that continue to shape our nation. We wish you a safe and restful holiday with your loved ones.

Please note that our offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026, in observance of Independence Day, and will reopen on Monday, July 6, 2026.

We look forward to assisting you upon our return.

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🏆 Honored to be recognized as a 2026 FAST 100 Asian American Business by the US Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce (...
06/05/2026

🏆 Honored to be recognized as a 2026 FAST 100 Asian American Business by the US Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce (USPAACC).

This week in Dallas, our Founder Sabrina Li, Managing Attorney Elizabeth Luevano, and Operations Manager Catsandra Villatoro proudly represented our firm at the FAST 100 recognition ceremony.

Thank you to our clients, team, and community for your trust and support. We’re excited for what’s ahead.

05/29/2026

Preparing for your N-400 Naturalization Interview? 🇺🇸

In this quick 1-minute N-400 interview prep video, we cover a common USCIS civics question you may encounter during your U.S. citizenship interview — along with the correct answer to help you feel more prepared and confident.

Question featured in this video:
How many amendments does the U.S. Constitution have?

Answer:
Twenty Seven (27)

If you're preparing for your N-400 interview — don't leave it to chance. You must answer these instantly. Oral test: 20 questions, 12 correct to pass.

Go from just memorizing answers to legally becoming a U.S. citizen with the right strategy.

Contact the Law Offices of Sabrina Li today.

📍 The Law Offices of Sabrina Li
🌐 https://sabrinali.law
📞 (213) 375-8096

We help with:
✔️ N-400 Naturalization / Citizenship Applications
✔️ Green Cards
✔️ Family Immigration

✔️ Visas & Immigration Cases
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