Hyacinth Leus

Hyacinth Leus is a founding partner at Vakili & Leus, LLP, where she focuses her practice on immigration law, civil litigation, and government matters. With a strong commitment to advocacy and public service, Hyacinth represents individuals and families in complex immigration cases while also handling civil legal matters with professionalism and care. She is widely respected in California’s legal community for her leadership and dedication to justice.

Hyacinth earned her J.D. from Touro Law School and her B.A. from Brooklyn College. She is admitted to practice law in California, New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. In addition to state courts, she is licensed before several federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces, and the U.S. Court of Federal Claims.

Over the course of her career, Hyacinth has been actively involved in legal and civic organizations. She served on the Committee of Bar Examiners for the State Bar of California and was President and Chairperson of the Philippine American Bar Association. She is also a founding member and past board member of the Asian Pacific American Bar Association and served on the Advisory Board for the Asia Society’s Southern California Center.

Outside the courtroom, Hyacinth Leus is a dedicated community advocate and leader. She has volunteered on the admissions committee at Marlborough High School and is an active member of the Loyola Mothers’ Guild, supporting local families and students. Hyacinth is also a proud member of AILA, LACBA, and multiple bar associations focused on diversity, equity, and public service. Recognized for her in-depth legal knowledge, commitment to her clients, and strong community presence, Hyacinth is a trusted immigration and civil law attorney serving individuals, families, and organizations across the region.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Vakili & Leus, LLP
• Member, State Bar of California
• Member, New York State Bar Association
• Member, New Jersey State Bar Association
• Member, Pennsylvania Bar Association
• Member, Philippine American Bar Association
• Member, Los Angeles County Bar Association
• Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association
• Board Member, Asian Pacific American Bar Association
• Advisory Board Member, Asia Society (1996 – 2008)
• Advisory Board Member, Asian Pacific Women’s Center
• Vice President, Filipino Chamber of Commerce

Licensed State

• California
• New York
• New Jersey
• Pennsylvania

Education

• Touro Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Brooklyn College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Awards & Badges