Ryan Michael Hafey

Ryan Michael Hafey is a founding partner and seasoned courtroom counsel at Hafey & Karim, where he focuses on deportation defense, asylum, family-based immigration, and naturalization. His reputation for excellence in Immigration Law is built on a solid foundation of professional experience and education.

Mr. Hafey began his career at the Law Office of Robert B. Jobe, serving as a Supervising Immigration Professional from 2019 to 2020. There, he refined his skills in managing intricate cases under pressure, achieving a grant rate of approximately 80 to 85 percent. This success highlights his dedication and ability to assist those in need.

Renowned for his legal expertise and composed demeanor, Mr. Hafey provides reassurance to clients during uncertain times. His courtroom presence and successful outcomes have earned him the respect of his clients, significantly impacting the preservation of family unity and safety across the United States.

Further enhancing his immigration law expertise, Ryan spent three years at a San Leandro firm, where he built a reputation for client dedication and going above and beyond. His commitment to helping others inspired him and his partner, Shazeen Karim, to establish their own practice, prioritizing client welfare over financial gain.

Mr. Hafey's professional achievements are complemented by his academic accolades, including the Dean’s Scholarship Award at UCLA Law, recognition as an Elite Immigration Attorney by Elite Lawyer in 2024 and 2025, and the UCLA Student Media Leadership Award in 2005.