About
Susan von Posern is a Solana Beach immigration lawyer who represents clients in immigration matters. Her work involves lawful permanent residency, citizenship, deferred action, U-Visas, VAWA, deportation representation, family unity, work permits, and E-1 and E-2 investor visas. She focuses exclusively on immigration law and provides one-on-one attention from intake through resolution. She manages each case personally, emphasizing preparation, communication, and strategies tailored to each client’s circumstances, goals, and needs.
Susan earned a J.D. from Emory Law School. She also received a B.A. from Emory University, where she majored in foreign languages. Her education supports a practice built on communication, legal analysis, cross-cultural understanding, and careful written preparation. This background helps her review immigration options, explain legal requirements, prepare filings, and guide clients through government processes. That training also supports patient guidance during stressful legal transitions and important family decisions.
Susan is fluent in Spanish and works directly with clients throughout their immigration matters. Her experience includes helping individuals and families pursue residency, citizenship, deferred action, U-Visas, VAWA relief, family unity options, work authorization, and investor visa solutions. She also represents clients in deportation matters, where preparation, communication, and knowledge of immigration law are essential to protecting client interests. This approach helps clients understand choices before major immigration decisions arise.
Susan von Posern is a California licensed attorney whose practice remains dedicated to immigration law. She is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and has served as General Counsel and Board Member for the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America. Her work reflects personal attention, careful preparation, and clear communication for clients facing important immigration decisions and family-centered legal concerns. She offers focused advocacy during life-changing immigration challenges.
Law Office Affiliations
- Partner, Susan Von Posern
- Member, The State Bar of California
- Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association
- Board Member, Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America
- General Counsel, Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America
Licensed State
- California
Education
- Emory University School of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - Emory University
B.A. in Foreign Languages
Awards & Badges



- Citizenship & Naturalization
- Deportation
- Employment-Based Immigration
- Green Cards
- Investor & Business Immigration
- Visa & Permits




