PASADENA, CA, January 12, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Steve Perez has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Mr. Perez has established a distinguished career in immigration law, currently serving as the founder and U.S. immigration attorney at Perez Legal Group | PLG since 2022. In this capacity, he has demonstrated exceptional expertise in navigating complex legal matters, earning recognition for his commitment to client advocacy and innovative legal strategies. Among his most significant professional achievements is his successful representation of a Chinese national, a medical research doctor seeking an EB-1 exceptional ability visa. Despite multiple rejections from other firms and denials by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services on the basis of age, he meticulously prepared a comprehensive legal memorandum supported by case law, statutes and evidence. His efforts resulted in the approval of her application, allowing her to reunite with family members in the United States—a testament to his dedication and skill in immigration law.

Prior to founding his own practice, Mr. Perez was an attorney at law with BUDA LAW GROUP from 2021 to 2022. During this period, he further honed his legal acumen, handling a diverse array of immigration cases and building upon his reputation for thoroughness and client-centered service.

From 2018 to 2021, Mr. Perez served as senior immigration paralegal at BUDA LAW GROUP in Arcadia, California. In this role, he managed complex casework and provided critical support to attorneys, contributing significantly to successful outcomes for clients navigating the intricacies of U.S. immigration policy.

His earlier tenure as senior immigration paralegal at Ronzio & Associates Immigration Attorneys in Los Angeles from 2012 to 2018 allowed him to develop deep expertise in case preparation and client relations. He played a pivotal role in supporting attorneys with high-stakes cases involving family-based petitions, employment visas and removal defense.

Between 2006 and 2012, Mr. Perez worked as an immigration paralegal at Tran Law Group — U.S. Immigration Lawyers in Garden Grove, California. Here, he gained valuable experience managing documentation and assisting clients through various stages of the immigration process. In 2005, he contributed as an immigration paralegal at the Immigration Law Offices of Reza Athari in Las Vegas, Nevada, where he supported attorneys with research and case management for clients facing challenging legal circumstances.

He began his professional journey as a paralegal at Inland Empire Law Corporation in Riverside, California, from 2000 to 2002, where he developed essential skills in legal research and document preparation.

Throughout his career, Mr. Perez has been recognized for his expertise in immigration law, a field in which he has excelled for more than two decades. He is an active member of several industry-related organizations, including the Mexican American Bar Association, the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce & Civic Association and the Pasadena Bar Association.

Mr. Perez's academic background has been instrumental to his professional success. He earned a Juris Doctor from William Howard Taft University in 2021, equipping him with advanced knowledge of legal principles that underpin his practice today. He also holds a bachelor's degree from University of California, Riverside awarded in 2002. Additionally, he completed coursework in international law and literature at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, an experience that broadened his perspective on global legal systems and enhanced his ability to serve clients from diverse backgrounds.

He attributes much of his success to a strong work ethic developed early in life. While not always the top student academically, Mr. Perez's discipline, persistence and tenacity have been central to achieving his goals. His background as a family interpreter and mediator fostered communication skills that have proven invaluable both personally and professionally. As the leader of his own firm, he prioritizes business acumen alongside legal expertise, balancing effective negotiation with client objectives.

Beyond his professional pursuits, Mr. Perez is civically engaged as an assistant scout master with the Boy Scouts of America, demonstrating a commitment to youth development and community service. His accomplishments have garnered numerous accolades, including Top Attorneys in America in 2025, Best of Business Rate Award in 2024, People's Yelp Award in 2024 and 2025 and Avvo Client's Choice Award in 2022. He has also been featured in Pasadena Perspective for his contributions to the field.

Born in Los Angeles, Mr. Perez enjoys spending time with his two children, playing and coaching basketball and backpacking. Looking ahead, he aims to expand the scale of his practice within Southern California while integrating advanced artificial intelligence solutions into client services. By leveraging technology such as language models for communication across linguistic barriers, he seeks to enhance accessibility for clients without native speakers on staff, underscoring his ongoing commitment to innovation within the legal profession.

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