Gracie Johnson Law · Compton, CA

Immigration Lawyer in Downey, California

Need an immigration lawyer in Downey? Family green cards, DACA, deportation defense, citizenship. Bilingual. Call (310) 554-4630.

or send a message

Sending this form does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not include sensitive case details.

CA Bar #276536 VerifiedCertified Specialist in Immigration and Nationality Law, State Bar of CaliforniaLicensed CA attorney, not a notario

Downey is one of the larger Southeast LA cities, with a significant and well-established Latino community that has been part of the fabric of this city for generations. Many Downey residents are second or third generation in the US, while others are more recent arrivals navigating the immigration system for the first time. Gracie Johnson Law serves Downey residents from our bilingual Compton office.

Downey's immigrant community spans a wide economic and professional spectrum, from factory workers and service industry employees to healthcare professionals and entrepreneurs. Immigration issues can affect anyone at any income level. When your work authorization, family unity, or ability to remain in the US is at risk, you need an experienced attorney who will work aggressively on your behalf.

Our immigration services for Downey residents include green card petitions for spouses, parents, and adult children of US citizens and lawful permanent residents, DACA renewal filings, removal defense and cancellation of removal for those in proceedings, asylum applications for those fleeing persecution, naturalization for eligible permanent residents, and work visa petitions for professionals and skilled workers.

Attorney Gracie Johnson is known throughout Southeast LA for her direct, honest approach to immigration law. She does not sugarcoat difficult situations but works diligently to identify every available legal option for each client. Downey residents deserve that level of advocacy.

Our Compton office is conveniently located near the intersection of the 710 and 105 Freeways, easily accessible from all Downey neighborhoods. Call (310) 554-4630 or contact us online to schedule your consultation.

Why Downey Clients Choose Us

Downey has a substantial DACA recipient population, many of whom arrived as children and have now lived in the US for 15 to 20 years. Many are now exploring pathways beyond DACA, particularly through marriage to US citizens or through employment-based routes for those with college degrees. We advise Downey DACA recipients on all available options.

Neighborhoods We Serve in Downey

Northeast Downey

Residential area near Montebello with longtime Mexican and Central American immigrant families and significant DACA recipient population.

Southwest Downey

Diverse residential neighborhood near South Gate and Lynwood borders with mixed-status families and naturalization-eligible long-term residents.

Firestone Blvd corridor

Commercial and residential strip through central Downey with a large immigrant business community.

Driving Directions from Downey to USCIS and Immigration Court

USCIS Los Angeles Field Office
300 N Los Angeles St, Los Angeles, CA 90012 · 25 min drive

Take the 710 N from Downey to downtown LA and exit at 6th St. About 25 minutes off-peak.

Our Compton Office
308 N Wilmington Ave, Compton, CA 90220 · 15 min drive

Take the 710 S from central Downey, exit at Wilmington Ave and head east. About 15 minutes off-peak.

Public Transit

  • Metro Bus Line 260: Runs on Firestone Blvd connecting Downey to East LA and downtown. Metro Silver Line (J Line) connects from nearby stations toward downtown.

Frequently Asked Questions: Downey Immigration

Yes. We serve Downey residents from our bilingual Compton office, conveniently located near the 710 and 105 Freeway interchange. We handle family petitions, DACA, deportation defense, naturalization, and work visas for Downey families.

Yes. Family-based green cards are one of our most common services for Downey clients. We handle immediate relative petitions for spouses, parents, and children of US citizens, as well as preference category petitions for family members of lawful permanent residents.

Options depend on your specific case, but can include cancellation of removal, asylum, withholding of removal, voluntary departure, motions to continue, or appeal to the BIA. Contact us at (310) 554-4630 as soon as possible for a case evaluation.

Yes. Gracie Johnson Law is fully bilingual and serves Downey residents in English and Spanish. Our Compton office is easily accessible from all Downey neighborhoods.

Ready to talk to an immigration attorney in Downey?

Call us or send a message. Initial consultations are available in English and Spanish.

308 N Wilmington Ave, Compton, CA 90220  ·  info@graciejlaw.com