team-member

Joshua Mark Surowitz

Albany, CA

Licensed for 18 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Immigration

Language

English

About

Prior to founding what is now Surowitz  Immigration, PC  in 2004, the clientele Joshua Surowitz serviced consisted primarily of business employers, ranging from large enterprises to small start-ups, with a heavy concentration in the high technology and biotechnology fields. Today, Mr. Surowitz manages the firm's business and corporate immigration practice and is primarily responsible for advising the firm's business clientele concerning a wide-array of permanent and temporary employment-related immigration options. Mr. Surowitz also manages the firm's family-based, naturalization, and consular immigration matters and oversees many of the firm's complex immigration cases including immigration appeals, motions, and cases requiring waivers of inadmissibility.Joshua Surowitz has personally been retained for consultation and representation by nationals of over 90 different countries, and regularly represents clients at U.S. Embassies and Consulates on every continent of the world. Mr. Surowitz speaks frequently about immigration legal matters to legal, community and philanthropic organizations, and has authored articles on the subject. Mr. Surowitz was named a "Rising Star" in Super Lawyers Magazine for Northern California in both 2009 and 2010. He is also a former Professor of Immigration Law at East Bay Law School in Oakland, CA.Josh Surowitz received his Juris Doctor degree, with high honors, after completing his studies at Golden Gate University School of Law in 2002. As a law student, he served on the Moot Court Board, as well as his law school's Law Review Journal of Law and Social Change. In 2002, Mr. Surowitz received the Cali. Award for excellence in Immigration Law. He also earned a Specialization Certificate with Distinction in International Law. Mr. Surowitz served as a Judicial Extern for the Honorable Claudia Wilken, in the Federal District Court for the Northern District of California, and studied international law in Bangkok, Thailand, and Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Surowitz also previously worked in Tokyo for the Japanese Law Firm of Nakada, Matsumura and Tajime and studied at Middlesex University in London, England.Mr. Surowitz is an active member of the State Bar of California, the Contra Costa County Bar Association, and the American Immigration Lawyers Association. 

Practices Areas

Immigration

Language

English

Contact

Surowitz Immigration, PC400 Evelyn Ave. Ste. 215Albany, CA, 94706400 Evelyn Ave. Ste. 215Albany, CA, 94706

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Tara
July 21, 2018

Mr. Surowitz and his staff are professional, courteous and attentive - I could not be happier with his service! My emails and calls to his firm were always returned very quickly, all my questions were answered thoroughly and they took the time to make sure I understood my options. I am very happy with his firm and if need should arise, I would use them again. Highly recommended!

Jim
July 20, 2018

We have worked with Mr Surowitz for many years. He's consulted us on many circumstances and helped one of our employees maintain his VISA. Joshua and his staff are very friendly and knowledgable and I would highly recommend their services.

Joseph
September 4, 2013

I was referred to mr surowitz by another attorney. I called him regarding my citizenship interview and a pending court case. He gave me very good advice on the phone various times free of charge.

Monica
February 24, 2013

We were referred to Josh Surowitz by a friend who had also used his firm to do their green card application through marriage. They had said great things about him and they were definitely right about everything they said. He really was a great immigration lawyer to work with. At the first consultation, he explained the entire process so clearly that we could not even think of any questions he did not address! Everything went exactly how he said it would, and what could have been a little bit of a scary and confusing process turned out to be very easy and straight forward because of all of their help and guidance. He said that he and his staff would guide us throughout every step of the application process, and that is just what they did. We felt very confident and well prepared by the time we went to our green card interview. And they were all VERY nice and helpful the entire time! They always made us feel welcome to call as much as we wanted and never made us feel they did not have time for us. My husband (who got his green card) and I thank their entire team for everything!

Tara
July 21, 2018

Mr. Surowitz and his staff are professional, courteous and attentive - I could not be happier with his service! My emails and calls to his firm were always returned very quickly, all my questions were answered thoroughly and they took the time to make sure I understood my options. I am very happy with his firm and if need should arise, I would use them again. Highly recommended!

Jim
July 20, 2018

We have worked with Mr Surowitz for many years. He's consulted us on many circumstances and helped one of our employees maintain his VISA. Joshua and his staff are very friendly and knowledgable and I would highly recommend their services.

Joseph
September 4, 2013

I was referred to mr surowitz by another attorney. I called him regarding my citizenship interview and a pending court case. He gave me very good advice on the phone various times free of charge.

Monica
February 24, 2013

We were referred to Josh Surowitz by a friend who had also used his firm to do their green card application through marriage. They had said great things about him and they were definitely right about everything they said. He really was a great immigration lawyer to work with. At the first consultation, he explained the entire process so clearly that we could not even think of any questions he did not address! Everything went exactly how he said it would, and what could have been a little bit of a scary and confusing process turned out to be very easy and straight forward because of all of their help and guidance. He said that he and his staff would guide us throughout every step of the application process, and that is just what they did. We felt very confident and well prepared by the time we went to our green card interview. And they were all VERY nice and helpful the entire time! They always made us feel welcome to call as much as we wanted and never made us feel they did not have time for us. My husband (who got his green card) and I thank their entire team for everything!

Tara
July 21, 2018

Mr. Surowitz and his staff are professional, courteous and attentive - I could not be happier with his service! My emails and calls to his firm were always returned very quickly, all my questions were answered thoroughly and they took the time to make sure I understood my options. I am very happy with his firm and if need should arise, I would use them again. Highly recommended!

Jim
July 20, 2018

We have worked with Mr Surowitz for many years. He's consulted us on many circumstances and helped one of our employees maintain his VISA. Joshua and his staff are very friendly and knowledgable and I would highly recommend their services.

Joseph
September 4, 2013

I was referred to mr surowitz by another attorney. I called him regarding my citizenship interview and a pending court case. He gave me very good advice on the phone various times free of charge.

Monica
February 24, 2013

We were referred to Josh Surowitz by a friend who had also used his firm to do their green card application through marriage. They had said great things about him and they were definitely right about everything they said. He really was a great immigration lawyer to work with. At the first consultation, he explained the entire process so clearly that we could not even think of any questions he did not address! Everything went exactly how he said it would, and what could have been a little bit of a scary and confusing process turned out to be very easy and straight forward because of all of their help and guidance. He said that he and his staff would guide us throughout every step of the application process, and that is just what they did. We felt very confident and well prepared by the time we went to our green card interview. And they were all VERY nice and helpful the entire time! They always made us feel welcome to call as much as we wanted and never made us feel they did not have time for us. My husband (who got his green card) and I thank their entire team for everything!

Tara
July 21, 2018

Mr. Surowitz and his staff are professional, courteous and attentive - I could not be happier with his service! My emails and calls to his firm were always returned very quickly, all my questions were answered thoroughly and they took the time to make sure I understood my options. I am very happy with his firm and if need should arise, I would use them again. Highly recommended!

Jim
July 20, 2018

We have worked with Mr Surowitz for many years. He's consulted us on many circumstances and helped one of our employees maintain his VISA. Joshua and his staff are very friendly and knowledgable and I would highly recommend their services.

Joseph
September 4, 2013

I was referred to mr surowitz by another attorney. I called him regarding my citizenship interview and a pending court case. He gave me very good advice on the phone various times free of charge.

Monica
February 24, 2013

We were referred to Josh Surowitz by a friend who had also used his firm to do their green card application through marriage. They had said great things about him and they were definitely right about everything they said. He really was a great immigration lawyer to work with. At the first consultation, he explained the entire process so clearly that we could not even think of any questions he did not address! Everything went exactly how he said it would, and what could have been a little bit of a scary and confusing process turned out to be very easy and straight forward because of all of their help and guidance. He said that he and his staff would guide us throughout every step of the application process, and that is just what they did. We felt very confident and well prepared by the time we went to our green card interview. And they were all VERY nice and helpful the entire time! They always made us feel welcome to call as much as we wanted and never made us feel they did not have time for us. My husband (who got his green card) and I thank their entire team for everything!

Tara
July 21, 2018

Mr. Surowitz and his staff are professional, courteous and attentive - I could not be happier with his service! My emails and calls to his firm were always returned very quickly, all my questions were answered thoroughly and they took the time to make sure I understood my options. I am very happy with his firm and if need should arise, I would use them again. Highly recommended!

Jim
July 20, 2018

We have worked with Mr Surowitz for many years. He's consulted us on many circumstances and helped one of our employees maintain his VISA. Joshua and his staff are very friendly and knowledgable and I would highly recommend their services.

Joseph
September 4, 2013

I was referred to mr surowitz by another attorney. I called him regarding my citizenship interview and a pending court case. He gave me very good advice on the phone various times free of charge.

Monica
February 24, 2013

We were referred to Josh Surowitz by a friend who had also used his firm to do their green card application through marriage. They had said great things about him and they were definitely right about everything they said. He really was a great immigration lawyer to work with. At the first consultation, he explained the entire process so clearly that we could not even think of any questions he did not address! Everything went exactly how he said it would, and what could have been a little bit of a scary and confusing process turned out to be very easy and straight forward because of all of their help and guidance. He said that he and his staff would guide us throughout every step of the application process, and that is just what they did. We felt very confident and well prepared by the time we went to our green card interview. And they were all VERY nice and helpful the entire time! They always made us feel welcome to call as much as we wanted and never made us feel they did not have time for us. My husband (who got his green card) and I thank their entire team for everything!

Tara
July 21, 2018

Mr. Surowitz and his staff are professional, courteous and attentive - I could not be happier with his service! My emails and calls to his firm were always returned very quickly, all my questions were answered thoroughly and they took the time to make sure I understood my options. I am very happy with his firm and if need should arise, I would use them again. Highly recommended!

Jim
July 20, 2018

We have worked with Mr Surowitz for many years. He's consulted us on many circumstances and helped one of our employees maintain his VISA. Joshua and his staff are very friendly and knowledgable and I would highly recommend their services.

Joseph
September 4, 2013

I was referred to mr surowitz by another attorney. I called him regarding my citizenship interview and a pending court case. He gave me very good advice on the phone various times free of charge.

Monica
February 24, 2013

We were referred to Josh Surowitz by a friend who had also used his firm to do their green card application through marriage. They had said great things about him and they were definitely right about everything they said. He really was a great immigration lawyer to work with. At the first consultation, he explained the entire process so clearly that we could not even think of any questions he did not address! Everything went exactly how he said it would, and what could have been a little bit of a scary and confusing process turned out to be very easy and straight forward because of all of their help and guidance. He said that he and his staff would guide us throughout every step of the application process, and that is just what they did. We felt very confident and well prepared by the time we went to our green card interview. And they were all VERY nice and helpful the entire time! They always made us feel welcome to call as much as we wanted and never made us feel they did not have time for us. My husband (who got his green card) and I thank their entire team for everything!

Tara
July 21, 2018

Mr. Surowitz and his staff are professional, courteous and attentive - I could not be happier with his service! My emails and calls to his firm were always returned very quickly, all my questions were answered thoroughly and they took the time to make sure I understood my options. I am very happy with his firm and if need should arise, I would use them again. Highly recommended!

Jim
July 20, 2018

We have worked with Mr Surowitz for many years. He's consulted us on many circumstances and helped one of our employees maintain his VISA. Joshua and his staff are very friendly and knowledgable and I would highly recommend their services.

Joseph
September 4, 2013

I was referred to mr surowitz by another attorney. I called him regarding my citizenship interview and a pending court case. He gave me very good advice on the phone various times free of charge.

Monica
February 24, 2013

We were referred to Josh Surowitz by a friend who had also used his firm to do their green card application through marriage. They had said great things about him and they were definitely right about everything they said. He really was a great immigration lawyer to work with. At the first consultation, he explained the entire process so clearly that we could not even think of any questions he did not address! Everything went exactly how he said it would, and what could have been a little bit of a scary and confusing process turned out to be very easy and straight forward because of all of their help and guidance. He said that he and his staff would guide us throughout every step of the application process, and that is just what they did. We felt very confident and well prepared by the time we went to our green card interview. And they were all VERY nice and helpful the entire time! They always made us feel welcome to call as much as we wanted and never made us feel they did not have time for us. My husband (who got his green card) and I thank their entire team for everything!

Tara
July 21, 2018

Mr. Surowitz and his staff are professional, courteous and attentive - I could not be happier with his service! My emails and calls to his firm were always returned very quickly, all my questions were answered thoroughly and they took the time to make sure I understood my options. I am very happy with his firm and if need should arise, I would use them again. Highly recommended!

Jim
July 20, 2018

We have worked with Mr Surowitz for many years. He's consulted us on many circumstances and helped one of our employees maintain his VISA. Joshua and his staff are very friendly and knowledgable and I would highly recommend their services.

Joseph
September 4, 2013

I was referred to mr surowitz by another attorney. I called him regarding my citizenship interview and a pending court case. He gave me very good advice on the phone various times free of charge.

Monica
February 24, 2013

We were referred to Josh Surowitz by a friend who had also used his firm to do their green card application through marriage. They had said great things about him and they were definitely right about everything they said. He really was a great immigration lawyer to work with. At the first consultation, he explained the entire process so clearly that we could not even think of any questions he did not address! Everything went exactly how he said it would, and what could have been a little bit of a scary and confusing process turned out to be very easy and straight forward because of all of their help and guidance. He said that he and his staff would guide us throughout every step of the application process, and that is just what they did. We felt very confident and well prepared by the time we went to our green card interview. And they were all VERY nice and helpful the entire time! They always made us feel welcome to call as much as we wanted and never made us feel they did not have time for us. My husband (who got his green card) and I thank their entire team for everything!

Tara
July 21, 2018

Mr. Surowitz and his staff are professional, courteous and attentive - I could not be happier with his service! My emails and calls to his firm were always returned very quickly, all my questions were answered thoroughly and they took the time to make sure I understood my options. I am very happy with his firm and if need should arise, I would use them again. Highly recommended!

Jim
July 20, 2018

We have worked with Mr Surowitz for many years. He's consulted us on many circumstances and helped one of our employees maintain his VISA. Joshua and his staff are very friendly and knowledgable and I would highly recommend their services.

Joseph
September 4, 2013

I was referred to mr surowitz by another attorney. I called him regarding my citizenship interview and a pending court case. He gave me very good advice on the phone various times free of charge.

Monica
February 24, 2013

We were referred to Josh Surowitz by a friend who had also used his firm to do their green card application through marriage. They had said great things about him and they were definitely right about everything they said. He really was a great immigration lawyer to work with. At the first consultation, he explained the entire process so clearly that we could not even think of any questions he did not address! Everything went exactly how he said it would, and what could have been a little bit of a scary and confusing process turned out to be very easy and straight forward because of all of their help and guidance. He said that he and his staff would guide us throughout every step of the application process, and that is just what they did. We felt very confident and well prepared by the time we went to our green card interview. And they were all VERY nice and helpful the entire time! They always made us feel welcome to call as much as we wanted and never made us feel they did not have time for us. My husband (who got his green card) and I thank their entire team for everything!

Tara
July 21, 2018

Mr. Surowitz and his staff are professional, courteous and attentive - I could not be happier with his service! My emails and calls to his firm were always returned very quickly, all my questions were answered thoroughly and they took the time to make sure I understood my options. I am very happy with his firm and if need should arise, I would use them again. Highly recommended!

Jim
July 20, 2018

We have worked with Mr Surowitz for many years. He's consulted us on many circumstances and helped one of our employees maintain his VISA. Joshua and his staff are very friendly and knowledgable and I would highly recommend their services.

Joseph
September 4, 2013

I was referred to mr surowitz by another attorney. I called him regarding my citizenship interview and a pending court case. He gave me very good advice on the phone various times free of charge.

Monica
February 24, 2013

We were referred to Josh Surowitz by a friend who had also used his firm to do their green card application through marriage. They had said great things about him and they were definitely right about everything they said. He really was a great immigration lawyer to work with. At the first consultation, he explained the entire process so clearly that we could not even think of any questions he did not address! Everything went exactly how he said it would, and what could have been a little bit of a scary and confusing process turned out to be very easy and straight forward because of all of their help and guidance. He said that he and his staff would guide us throughout every step of the application process, and that is just what they did. We felt very confident and well prepared by the time we went to our green card interview. And they were all VERY nice and helpful the entire time! They always made us feel welcome to call as much as we wanted and never made us feel they did not have time for us. My husband (who got his green card) and I thank their entire team for everything!

Tara
July 21, 2018

Mr. Surowitz and his staff are professional, courteous and attentive - I could not be happier with his service! My emails and calls to his firm were always returned very quickly, all my questions were answered thoroughly and they took the time to make sure I understood my options. I am very happy with his firm and if need should arise, I would use them again. Highly recommended!

Jim
July 20, 2018

We have worked with Mr Surowitz for many years. He's consulted us on many circumstances and helped one of our employees maintain his VISA. Joshua and his staff are very friendly and knowledgable and I would highly recommend their services.

Joseph
September 4, 2013

I was referred to mr surowitz by another attorney. I called him regarding my citizenship interview and a pending court case. He gave me very good advice on the phone various times free of charge.

Monica
February 24, 2013

We were referred to Josh Surowitz by a friend who had also used his firm to do their green card application through marriage. They had said great things about him and they were definitely right about everything they said. He really was a great immigration lawyer to work with. At the first consultation, he explained the entire process so clearly that we could not even think of any questions he did not address! Everything went exactly how he said it would, and what could have been a little bit of a scary and confusing process turned out to be very easy and straight forward because of all of their help and guidance. He said that he and his staff would guide us throughout every step of the application process, and that is just what they did. We felt very confident and well prepared by the time we went to our green card interview. And they were all VERY nice and helpful the entire time! They always made us feel welcome to call as much as we wanted and never made us feel they did not have time for us. My husband (who got his green card) and I thank their entire team for everything!

Tara
July 21, 2018

Mr. Surowitz and his staff are professional, courteous and attentive - I could not be happier with his service! My emails and calls to his firm were always returned very quickly, all my questions were answered thoroughly and they took the time to make sure I understood my options. I am very happy with his firm and if need should arise, I would use them again. Highly recommended!

Jim
July 20, 2018

We have worked with Mr Surowitz for many years. He's consulted us on many circumstances and helped one of our employees maintain his VISA. Joshua and his staff are very friendly and knowledgable and I would highly recommend their services.

Joseph
September 4, 2013

I was referred to mr surowitz by another attorney. I called him regarding my citizenship interview and a pending court case. He gave me very good advice on the phone various times free of charge.

Monica
February 24, 2013

We were referred to Josh Surowitz by a friend who had also used his firm to do their green card application through marriage. They had said great things about him and they were definitely right about everything they said. He really was a great immigration lawyer to work with. At the first consultation, he explained the entire process so clearly that we could not even think of any questions he did not address! Everything went exactly how he said it would, and what could have been a little bit of a scary and confusing process turned out to be very easy and straight forward because of all of their help and guidance. He said that he and his staff would guide us throughout every step of the application process, and that is just what they did. We felt very confident and well prepared by the time we went to our green card interview. And they were all VERY nice and helpful the entire time! They always made us feel welcome to call as much as we wanted and never made us feel they did not have time for us. My husband (who got his green card) and I thank their entire team for everything!

Tara
July 21, 2018

Mr. Surowitz and his staff are professional, courteous and attentive - I could not be happier with his service! My emails and calls to his firm were always returned very quickly, all my questions were answered thoroughly and they took the time to make sure I understood my options. I am very happy with his firm and if need should arise, I would use them again. Highly recommended!

Jim
July 20, 2018

We have worked with Mr Surowitz for many years. He's consulted us on many circumstances and helped one of our employees maintain his VISA. Joshua and his staff are very friendly and knowledgable and I would highly recommend their services.

Joseph
September 4, 2013

I was referred to mr surowitz by another attorney. I called him regarding my citizenship interview and a pending court case. He gave me very good advice on the phone various times free of charge.

Monica
February 24, 2013

We were referred to Josh Surowitz by a friend who had also used his firm to do their green card application through marriage. They had said great things about him and they were definitely right about everything they said. He really was a great immigration lawyer to work with. At the first consultation, he explained the entire process so clearly that we could not even think of any questions he did not address! Everything went exactly how he said it would, and what could have been a little bit of a scary and confusing process turned out to be very easy and straight forward because of all of their help and guidance. He said that he and his staff would guide us throughout every step of the application process, and that is just what they did. We felt very confident and well prepared by the time we went to our green card interview. And they were all VERY nice and helpful the entire time! They always made us feel welcome to call as much as we wanted and never made us feel they did not have time for us. My husband (who got his green card) and I thank their entire team for everything!

Tara
July 21, 2018

Mr. Surowitz and his staff are professional, courteous and attentive - I could not be happier with his service! My emails and calls to his firm were always returned very quickly, all my questions were answered thoroughly and they took the time to make sure I understood my options. I am very happy with his firm and if need should arise, I would use them again. Highly recommended!

Jim
July 20, 2018

We have worked with Mr Surowitz for many years. He's consulted us on many circumstances and helped one of our employees maintain his VISA. Joshua and his staff are very friendly and knowledgable and I would highly recommend their services.

Joseph
September 4, 2013

I was referred to mr surowitz by another attorney. I called him regarding my citizenship interview and a pending court case. He gave me very good advice on the phone various times free of charge.

Monica
February 24, 2013

We were referred to Josh Surowitz by a friend who had also used his firm to do their green card application through marriage. They had said great things about him and they were definitely right about everything they said. He really was a great immigration lawyer to work with. At the first consultation, he explained the entire process so clearly that we could not even think of any questions he did not address! Everything went exactly how he said it would, and what could have been a little bit of a scary and confusing process turned out to be very easy and straight forward because of all of their help and guidance. He said that he and his staff would guide us throughout every step of the application process, and that is just what they did. We felt very confident and well prepared by the time we went to our green card interview. And they were all VERY nice and helpful the entire time! They always made us feel welcome to call as much as we wanted and never made us feel they did not have time for us. My husband (who got his green card) and I thank their entire team for everything!

Tara
July 21, 2018

Mr. Surowitz and his staff are professional, courteous and attentive - I could not be happier with his service! My emails and calls to his firm were always returned very quickly, all my questions were answered thoroughly and they took the time to make sure I understood my options. I am very happy with his firm and if need should arise, I would use them again. Highly recommended!

Jim
July 20, 2018

We have worked with Mr Surowitz for many years. He's consulted us on many circumstances and helped one of our employees maintain his VISA. Joshua and his staff are very friendly and knowledgable and I would highly recommend their services.

Joseph
September 4, 2013

I was referred to mr surowitz by another attorney. I called him regarding my citizenship interview and a pending court case. He gave me very good advice on the phone various times free of charge.

Monica
February 24, 2013

We were referred to Josh Surowitz by a friend who had also used his firm to do their green card application through marriage. They had said great things about him and they were definitely right about everything they said. He really was a great immigration lawyer to work with. At the first consultation, he explained the entire process so clearly that we could not even think of any questions he did not address! Everything went exactly how he said it would, and what could have been a little bit of a scary and confusing process turned out to be very easy and straight forward because of all of their help and guidance. He said that he and his staff would guide us throughout every step of the application process, and that is just what they did. We felt very confident and well prepared by the time we went to our green card interview. And they were all VERY nice and helpful the entire time! They always made us feel welcome to call as much as we wanted and never made us feel they did not have time for us. My husband (who got his green card) and I thank their entire team for everything!

Tara
July 21, 2018

Mr. Surowitz and his staff are professional, courteous and attentive - I could not be happier with his service! My emails and calls to his firm were always returned very quickly, all my questions were answered thoroughly and they took the time to make sure I understood my options. I am very happy with his firm and if need should arise, I would use them again. Highly recommended!

Jim
July 20, 2018

We have worked with Mr Surowitz for many years. He's consulted us on many circumstances and helped one of our employees maintain his VISA. Joshua and his staff are very friendly and knowledgable and I would highly recommend their services.

Joseph
September 4, 2013

I was referred to mr surowitz by another attorney. I called him regarding my citizenship interview and a pending court case. He gave me very good advice on the phone various times free of charge.

Monica
February 24, 2013

We were referred to Josh Surowitz by a friend who had also used his firm to do their green card application through marriage. They had said great things about him and they were definitely right about everything they said. He really was a great immigration lawyer to work with. At the first consultation, he explained the entire process so clearly that we could not even think of any questions he did not address! Everything went exactly how he said it would, and what could have been a little bit of a scary and confusing process turned out to be very easy and straight forward because of all of their help and guidance. He said that he and his staff would guide us throughout every step of the application process, and that is just what they did. We felt very confident and well prepared by the time we went to our green card interview. And they were all VERY nice and helpful the entire time! They always made us feel welcome to call as much as we wanted and never made us feel they did not have time for us. My husband (who got his green card) and I thank their entire team for everything!