About LYD Law

Dedicated to lighting your path to the American dream through expert immigration legal services

Our Story

Founded in Silicon Valley, LYD Law was established with a singular mission: to help individuals and families achieve their American dreams through expert immigration legal services. Our name, "Lighten Your Dream," reflects our commitment to illuminating the path forward for our clients.

Located in the heart of San Jose, California, we serve clients from around the world who seek to build their futures in the United States. Our strategic location in Silicon Valley gives us unique insight into the needs of entrepreneurs, tech professionals, researchers, and innovators.

With over 10 years of combined experience, our team has successfully handled hundreds of immigration cases across various categories, maintaining a 98% success rate. We pride ourselves on our personalized approach, treating each case with the attention and care it deserves.

500+
Successful Cases
10+
Years Experience
98%
Success Rate
50+
Countries Served

Our Professional Team

Meet the experienced professionals who make up the LYD Law team. Each member brings unique expertise and dedication to serving our clients.

Brandy Li

Brandy Li

Founding Attorney

Attorney Yuandi Li is licensed to practice law in both California and New York and brings a strong legal foundation along with extensive cross-disciplinary experience. She earned her Bachelor of Laws from Southwest University of Political Science and Law, followed by a Master of Laws (LL.M.) from George Washington University Law School, and a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Seton Hall University School of Law. After graduating from law school, Ms. Li served as a judicial law clerk at the New Jersey Superior Court, where she was deeply involved in judicial proceedings and developed a rigorous approach to legal analysis. She later practiced at large law firms in New York and San Francisco, gaining substantial experience handling a wide range of complex matters and developing the ability to craft precise and effective legal strategies in challenging environments. Throughout her career, Ms. Li has achieved outstanding results in the field of immigration law, successfully representing clients in a broad spectrum of cases, including EB-5 investor visas (both direct and regional center), H-1B specialty occupation visas, EB-1A extraordinary ability petitions, L-1/EB-1C multinational executive and manager cases, and family-based immigration matters. In addition, she has demonstrated strong litigation capabilities in civil matters, with particular strength in personal injury and motor vehicle accident cases. In handling car accident and related personal injury cases, Ms. Li takes a comprehensive approach—from liability analysis and evidence development to settlement negotiations. She has a deep understanding of insurance companies' claims practices and defense strategies, enabling her to effectively advocate for her clients and maximize recovery, including medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. In complex or highly contested cases, she is also well-equipped to advance matters through litigation and provide strong legal representation in court. Ms. Li is committed to placing her clients' interests at the center of every case. Combining professional judgment with strategic thinking, she strives to achieve the best possible outcome for each client she represents.

Education

  • J.D., Seton Hall University School of Law
  • LL.M., George Washington University Law School
  • B.A., Southwest University of Political Science and Law

Bar Admissions

  • California State Bar
  • New York State Bar

Languages

English, Mandarin

Awards & Recognition

  • Super Lawyers Rising Stars (2021-2023)
  • AILA Annual Conference Speaker (2022)
  • Featured Expert - Political Podcast
Xiaomeng Zhang

Xiaomeng Zhang

Attorney

Licensed attorney in New York State. Graduated from Tsinghua University School of Law, worked at Thomson Reuters Legal (Westlaw China) for three years before coming to the United States. Earned LL.M. degree from University of Virginia School of Law. After graduation, worked in civil law firms and volunteered at immigration legal aid centers for many years, with deep interest and passion for immigration law.

Education

  • LL.M., University of Virginia School of Law
  • B.A., Tsinghua University School of Law

Bar Admissions

  • New York State Bar

Languages

English, Mandarin

David Wu

David Wu

Technology Transactions Counsel

Mr. Wu is a bilingual technology transactions counsel whose work sits at the intersection of corporate, commercial contract and privacy. He currently advises on various start-ups, funding, data-center leasing/colocation, cloud GPU and hardware sourcing, and commercial engagements. Previously, he practiced at multinational corporations as well as a large Bay Area law firm handling corporate and M&A matters. He works comfortably across the U.S., Europe, and Asia in English and Chinese.

Education

  • J.D., Law Degree

Languages

English, Chinese

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Dr. Tianlong You

Consultant

Dr. Tianlong You (J.D./Ph.D.) is a policy consultant with deep academic and professional background. As an expert in immigration politics and policy, Dr. You provides comprehensive immigration guidance to clients, helping them navigate the complex U.S. immigration policy landscape. Dr. You has profound insights into the historical evolution and current trends of U.S. immigration, and is a uniquely insightful and trustworthy consultant.

Education

  • J.D./Ph.D.

Languages

English, Mandarin

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Jinglei Cui

Expert Attorney

Attorney Cui is a seasoned trial attorney specializing in immigration law, family law, and criminal defense, committed to comprehensively protecting clients' rights both in and out of court. She graduated from Santa Clara University School of Law with a Juris Doctor (JD) degree and has solid professional background and rich practical experience. In immigration, she provides comprehensive representation for removal defense, asylum, VAWA, O-1 & EB-1A extraordinary ability applications; in family law, she handles divorce, property division, child custody and support, domestic violence restraining orders; in criminal defense, she provides DUI defense and other criminal case defense. Attorney Cui is known for meticulous case preparation and highly persuasive court advocacy.

Education

  • J.D., Santa Clara University School of Law

Languages

English, Mandarin

Karlyn Wang

Karlyn Wang

Strategy Director

Karlyn Wang graduated from Stanford University with dual bachelor's degrees in Economics and Gender Studies, and a Master's in Public Policy. She has participated in multiple influential marketing and cross-cultural projects, covering non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and creative industries, reaching millions of global audiences. She is also skilled at using research and communication techniques to precisely present clients' professional achievements and influence.

Education

  • M.P.P., Stanford University
  • B.A., Economics and Gender Studies, Stanford University

Languages

English, Mandarin

Juno Du

Juno Du

Marketing Manager

Juno Du is the Marketing Manager at LYD Law, leading the firm's creative and strategic communications across digital and print platforms. Fluent in English and Mandarin, Juno bridges cultures and connects LYD Law with a diverse global audience of entrepreneurs, professionals, and families. At LYD Law, Juno oversees brand storytelling, content strategy, and client engagement initiatives that highlight the firm's values of professionalism, empathy, and trust. Their work integrates visual design, social media, and bilingual marketing to make complex immigration information accessible and engaging. Outside of work, Juno is passionate about photography, design, and creative storytelling—believing that every brand, like every person, has a story worth sharing.

Languages

English, Mandarin

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Susan Sun

Legal Assistant

Susan graduated from Peking University with a degree in English Literature, earned a Master's in Computer Science from San Jose State University, and worked as a software engineer at Cisco for many years. In recent years, she has been active in the education field, providing speech therapy and family counseling for special needs children.

Education

  • M.S., Computer Science, San Jose State University
  • B.A., English Literature, Peking University

Languages

English, Mandarin

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Josefina Gan

Legal Assistant

Josefina graduated from Guangdong University of Foreign Studies with a degree in Advanced English Translation and is a graduate student in Business Administration at Sun Yat-sen University. She has worked in education in Peru and Mexico, served as a director at Guangdong Television, and worked as International Affairs Manager at Sun Yat-sen University.

Education

  • M.A., Business Administration, Sun Yat-sen University
  • B.A., Advanced Translation, Guangdong University of Foreign Studies

Languages

Chinese, English, Spanish, Korean

Awards & Recognition

Our commitment to excellence has been recognized by peers and clients alike

Super Lawyers Rising Stars

2021-2023

Brandy Li recognized as Rising Star in Immigration Law

Top Immigration Attorney

2022

Silicon Valley Business Journal recognition

Client Choice Award

2022

Awarded for exceptional client service and results

Best Law Firm

2023

San Jose Chamber of Commerce recognition

Our Values

The principles that guide everything we do at LYD Law

Compassion

We understand that immigration is deeply personal. Every client's story matters, and we approach each case with empathy and understanding.

Integrity

We maintain the highest ethical standards in all our dealings, providing honest assessments and transparent communication throughout the process.

Excellence

We strive for excellence in every aspect of our practice, staying current with immigration law changes and continuously improving our services.

Partnership

We view our relationship with clients as a partnership, working together toward the common goal of achieving their immigration objectives.