Law Offices of Judith L. Wood

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Immigration attorney

3.9(72 Google reviews)

201 S Santa Fe Ave #101, Los Angeles, CA 90012, United States

Information last updated October 15, 2026

Practice Areas

Immigration Civil Litigation

About Law Offices of Judith L. Wood

The Law Offices of Judith L. Wood is a Los Angeles-based firm specializing in immigration law and international human rights. The firm provides immigration services nationwide. Judith L. Wood, the principal attorney, graduated from Pepperdine School of Law in 1982 and has over 40 years of experience in the legal field. She is known for her landmark victory in the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals case, Nasseri v. Moschorak, which allowed women fleeing violence to seek refuge in the United States. This case was later the subject of the motion picture "Saint Judy."

The firm's practice areas include Immigration Law and International Human Rights & Federal Litigation. Specific case types handled under immigration law include Asylum, Dreamers (DACA), Deportation and Removal Defense, Employment-Based Immigration, Family-Based Immigration, and Naturalization, among others. The firm offers free online consultations to help clients determine suitable services.

In addition to her legal practice, Ms. Wood heads the Human Rights Project, a non-profit organization she founded in 1993. The project advocates for the rights of immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers, with a particular focus on undocumented immigrant women facing gender-based persecution. The firm's attorneys serve a diverse clientele and are proficient in multiple languages, including Armenian, Farsi, French, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Spanish, and Swedish.

From the firm’s website

Attorneys: Judith L. Wood — Attorney At Law
Federica Dell'Orto — Attorney At Law
Gregory Russell — Attorney At Law
Steven Ridgill — Attorney At Law
Services listed: Immigration Law, International Human Rights & Federal Litigation, Asylum, Dreamers (DACA), Deportation and Removal Defense, Detention / Bond Hearing, Employment-Based Immigration, Family-Based Immigration, Immigration Appeals, Inadmissibility Waivers, Marriage-Based Immigration, Naturalization
Languages: Armenian, Farsi, French, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish
Consultations: Free initial consultation
Offices: 201 S. Santa Fe Ave Suite 101 Los Angeles, CA 90012
Awards & recognition: Wonder Woman of the 4th Lifetime Achievement Award
Woman of the Year
Outstanding Service Award

Source: lawofficesofjudithlwood.com · checked October 15, 2026. Lawyers Near Me hasn’t independently verified these details.

Hours of Operation

Monday: 9 am–6 pm
Tuesday: 9 am–6 pm
Wednesday: 9 am–6 pm
Thursday: 9 am–6 pm
Friday: 9 am–6 pm
Saturday: 10 am–2 pm
Sunday: Closed

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Appointment requiredAppointments recommended

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible car parkWheelchair-accessible toilet

Amenities

Toilet

Law Offices of Judith L. Wood — Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Law Offices of Judith L. Wood located?+

Law Offices of Judith L. Wood is located at 201 S Santa Fe Ave #101, Los Angeles, CA 90012, United States. Use the "Get Directions" link on this page to navigate there.

What kind of cases does Law Offices of Judith L. Wood handle?+

Law Offices of Judith L. Wood handles Immigration, Civil Litigation. Confirm that they cover your specific legal matter during your first consultation.

How do I contact Law Offices of Judith L. Wood?+

Call Law Offices of Judith L. Wood at +1 213-680-7801 or visit their website. Many firms offer a free or low-cost initial consultation.

Is Law Offices of Judith L. Wood well rated?+

Law Offices of Judith L. Wood has a 3.9-star rating based on 72 Google reviews. Ratings are sourced from Google and shown for reference.

Client Reviews

8 reviews

Jonae Mizzell· via Google
Definitely not a great person Judith talked to me and my grandmother like we are nothing and now as I look through her reviews I see why we got treated so differently. It's sad how a person who do not know you will treat you a certain way because the color of your skin!
7 months ago
0scar· via Google
Saw a ray of hope when reply received asking to call for a consultation ,,,,,, oh.... My surprise call was hung up and second call sent to voice mail the receptionist did not even bother to at least say no sorry we cannot help you that would of been the expected result from this apparently reputable firm . People watch out maybe all these reviews are fakes from my experience not a professional or the very least respectable place . The worst . If just trying to schedule a consultation ends this way I can only imagine .........................
7 months ago
T S.· via Google
If you care about your family member, DONOT hire this lawyer! - a friend hired Ms. Wood to represent a family member being held in ICE detention, and unfortunately their experience was deplorable. After taking money up front , the lawyer showed no interest and did not do any due diligence to prepare for the court hearing. The family asked the lawyer to withdraw from the case and after no phone call for weeks, they showed up and requested a voluntary deportation without consulting the family! Insane and outrageous!! The family and their loved one has been through hell and continues to live in this nightmare thanks to Ms. Wood and her team.
Edited 6 months ago
Pedro Gonzales· via Google
Hany Beder would like to say Thank You Judith for the great work ,help , professionalism, great Experience, solving problems , Always there to answer . Judith wood office is the one and only.
4 months ago
Wael wissa· via Google
They are professional, dedicated, and they won my case. A big thank you to Attorney Steven and Mr. Badi. They went far beyond my expectations always answering my calls day or night, giving me confidence throughout the process, and handling my case with real care. If you need help with immigration, this is the best team you can trust…⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Edited 7 months ago
Joe Wang· via Google
As other reviewers have mentioned, my experience with the receptionist was not positive (I am not a client). I found the communication to be impatient, which unfortunately affected my first impression of the office. First impressions matter, and I believe a more professional and welcoming approach would improve the client experience.
3 months ago
Christina Ruffell· via Google
BEWARE they'll just take your money and ruin your case. I would not recommend attorney Gregory Russell based on my family's experience." "My family hired Gregory Russell in May 2026 to represent my husband in his immigration detention case." "We paid for legal representation during a difficult time, trusting he would advocate for my husband while he remained in ICE detention." "The first bond hearing was rescheduled after he said he had a scheduling conflict." "The second bond hearing was canceled because he did not appear." "We were told the immigration judge attempted to contact him but was unable to reach him." "A third bond hearing was scheduled, but again we were told he had a scheduling conflict." "Shortly afterward, he withdrew from the case." "We requested a refund for the fees we paid because the legal services we hired him to provide were not performed, but our request was denied." "This experience caused our family tremendous stress during an already devastating time.
2 months ago
Emiliia Newman· via Google
I cannot express how grateful I am to Judith for her incredible work. She accepted my very complicated immigration case when there was very little time left and handled every stage with exceptional professionalism, care, and attention. Judith was always available to answer my questions, kept everything organized and on schedule, and supported me throughout the entire process. Thanks to her knowledge, dedication, and hard work, we won my political asylum case. I wholeheartedly recommend Judith to anyone looking for an experienced, compassionate, and truly outstanding immigration attorney.
2 months ago

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