The Los Angeles, California immigration lawyers at Swanson & Swanson assist clients worldwide in their pursuit for permanent residency (sometimes referred to as a "green card") in the United States.
There are many ways to achieve permanent residency, and our immigration attorneys look at all of them to determine your options. Then our lawyers utilize decades of knowledge and experience, including the experience of our firm's founder, Otto Swanson, who formerly worked for the Immigration Service. We dedicate ourselves to making sure you know your options and understand the law and the process.
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To speak to a knowledgeable immigration lawyer about permanent residency or a work permit, or to discuss your particular situation, call 310-694-5914.
United States Permanent Residence and Green Cards
Permanent residency (green cards) can be established in many ways. Some of the more common methods of becoming a United States resident include establishing residency through the following:
- Family Based Immigration
- Employment Based Immigration
- Investment Based Immigration
- Registry Based Immigration
- Asylum Applications
- U.S. Residence through Deportation Proceedings
- Lottery Based Immigration
Which of these options is best for you, will depend on many factors, which may include: Your particular situation and the political climate, as well as the number of applicants for a particular type of immigration.
At Swanson & Swanson, our immigration attorneys will discuss your options with you and advise you on the best course of action based upon our knowledge and experience.
To discuss your immigration issues or learn more about becoming a permanent resident of the United States, please contact an experienced immigration attorney at Swanson & Swanson today. We have helped generations of families with their immigration matters, and we want to help you.

