Kenneth C Goodsell, Immigration Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 33 years of legal practice
MemberatLaw Office of Kenneth C. Goodsell
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing immigration in Los Angeles since 1993.
- 33+
- Years practicing
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Kenneth C Goodsell is a member based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Immigration. Kenneth has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Office of Kenneth C. Goodsell.
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- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 33 years
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- Immigration
- Handles Immigration matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kenneth C Goodsell: Kenneth C Goodsell is a member based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Immigration. Kenneth has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Office of Kenneth C. Goodsell.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Kenneth C Goodsell
Kenneth concentrates on immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kenneth handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Immigration cases in Los Angeles, California
Kenneth takes immigration matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Kenneth C Goodsell — Over 33 years of California immigration experience
Kenneth C Goodsell is a member based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Immigration. Kenneth has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Office of Kenneth C. Goodsell.
Kenneth C Goodsell is a lawyer practicing immigration. Kenneth received a degree from UCLA SOL, and has been licensed for 33 years. Kenneth practices at Law Office of Kenneth C. Goodsell in Los Angeles, CA.
Working with Kenneth on a immigration matter
Kenneth C Goodsell is a lawyer practicing immigration. Kenneth received a degree from UCLA SOL, and has been licensed for 33 years. Kenneth practices at Law Office of Kenneth C. Goodsell in Los Angeles, CA.
Who Kenneth represents
Kenneth reviews new inquiries case-by-case for immigration matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Kenneth C Goodsell's legal education and bar admissions
UCLA SOL Los Angeles CA Columbia Coll New York NY
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Jurisdictions
Kenneth's state bar admissions
California
1993 · ACTIVE
Kenneth studied at — in UCLA SOL Los Angeles CA Columbia Coll New York NY.
Law school and academic background
Kenneth completed — in UCLA SOL Los Angeles CA Columbia Coll New York NY. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kenneth runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Kenneth C Goodsell's office in Los Angeles
Kenneth's primary office is at 617 S. Olive St., Ste. 915, Los Angeles, CA, 90014. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Law Office of Kenneth C. Goodsell
617 S. Olive St., Ste. 915
Los Angeles, CA 90014
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How to hire Kenneth C Goodsell — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new immigration attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kenneth usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kenneth charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kenneth's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Kenneth will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a immigration attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many immigration matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Kenneth
Kenneth discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in immigration practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every immigration matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Kenneth confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kenneth's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many immigration practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kenneth C Goodsell
How much does it cost to hire Kenneth for a immigration case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kenneth walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kenneth offer a free consultation?
Kenneth charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kenneth's office. Some immigration attorneys offer free consults — check Kenneth's current terms during booking.
How long do immigration cases in California typically take?
Simple immigration matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Kenneth gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kenneth take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Kenneth is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kenneth will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Kenneth?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Kenneth will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kenneth accepting new immigration clients right now?
Kenneth's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Immigration attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Kenneth handles immigration matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified immigration attorneys in that community.
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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