Find Immigration Law Attorneys in the USA
1) What is Immigration Law?
Immigration Law is made for the immigrant who wishes to come to the U.S. This law includes policies, rules, and regulations for immigrants and decides who can come to the country, and what is going to be their tenure in the country. Immigration Law also deals with the policies that determine which immigrants are eligible for becoming U.S citizens. This law also strictly governs those immigrants who violate the law, visit the country illegally, extend their stay without permission and proper documents. Immigration Law controls and punishes such immigrants who violate this law made by the federal government. Immigration Law allows two kinds of visas under it. One is for immigrants who come to the country and work and the other one is for temporary people like the students, tourists, etc.
2) What does an Immigration Law Attorney Do?
Immigration Law Attorneys are well-versed with this complex law. Hence they are able to provide the right kind of assistance to any immigrant related to this law. They help to analyze an individual’s case, prepare drafts and do a lot of paperwork for their application process such as for a visa or green card. The attorneys also educate the immigrants about their rights in a foreign country and how to exercise those rights in a proper way. An immigrant needs to fill out a number of forms and documents while applying for a work visa, citizenship, or green card. A single mistake in these documents can delay the entire process. An Immigration Law Attorney ensures that these documents are filled out correctly to avoid any kind of trouble in this entire process. The attorneys also represent clients for deportation if needed. They also help an immigrant in Naturalization and Non-Citizen employment. They also interact with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services on behalf of their client.
3) When should one need an Immigration Law Attorney?
People while applying for their green card or visa, should hire an Immigration Law Attorney as they would make the process easier. They guide them while filling out these applications so that they are not denied their visa or green card or the process is not delayed. Apart from that an Immigration Law Attorney also helps in crome conviction where an applicant is convicted for any kind of crime. An attorney aids in finding out their entire criminal record before presenting it to the USCIS. They also help in application denial where they assist why their application was denied and when to reapply for it. One can consult an attorney when they have been deported and are not eligible to enter the U.S. An immigrant applicant can also hire an attorney when their application process is taking a very long time. Besides if an applicant faces any problem regarding an employment visa, an attorney can solve their issues. Children under the age of 21 may not get permanent resident status, but with the help of an attorney one can find out the correct way to fill the application.
4) Can an Immigration Law Attorney help in getting a Family Visa?
U.S Immigration Law allows families for visa application. An immigrant can apply for the visa of their spouses, parents, children, or siblings. USCIS has strict rules and does not tolerate even the smallest mistake in the application process. Hence an Immigration Law attorney helps in filling out all the necessary forms and applications for their clients and also completes the rest of the paperwork. They also keep a track of the deadline. They help prevent denial or delay in the entire process. The attorneys keep their clients informed about every step and status of the petition, thus saving a lot of time and effort from their client’s end.
5) How can an Immigration Law Attorney help in deportation?
An applicant may be deported or can be permanently banned by the U.S to enter the country. An attorney, in the beginning, helps to analyze your case and check that the charges by the Department of Homeland Security are accurate. They can argue on your behalf and prove that your charges are false and based on these charges you cannot be deported from the country. The attorneys can also help prove that you are a legitimate citizen of the U.S by showing that your parents or grandparents are U.S citizens. They can also help by obtaining a green card for you from the court by showing that you have a relative who is a U.S citizen. The Immigration Law attorney also aids in filling out applications for cancellation of removal. They help you for court hearing sessions, draft all necessary information, prepare exhibits ensuring that you are not excluded or deported.
6) Can an Immigration Law Attorney help in getting an employment visa?
If you are someone who is hired by a U.S employer or you wish to move to the country and work, you must hire an Immigration Law Attorney. Sometimes employees often do not assist their employees while they apply for an employment visa. Immigration Law is quite complex and it is difficult for an individual to handle the entire process. There are many types of employment visas such as H-1B, E-B1, E-B2, E-B3, E-B4. An attorney helps in determining the right visa for you based on your skills, merit, and eligibility under the law. They fill out the necessary information so that your application for employment is not denied and you are able to work on time. Apart from that, your visa also determines the kind of benefits you might receive from your employer. So an attorney helps in keeping you updated as well. As for employers, they are hiring immigrants, they should too seek the advice of the Immigration Law Attorneys as that makes the entire process of applying for the parties hassle-free.
7) How can an Immigration Law Attorney help in the adjustment of permanent residence status?
When an applicant is recently divorced and married another U.S citizen, they need to adjust their permanent residence status. Often in such cases, the court assumes that the previous marriage was a fraudulent one and hence denies their application. The Immigration Law Attorney helps in proving that your previous marriage was a legitimate one and you are eligible for adjusting your status. Also, this process involves a lot of steps, like filling out the Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, confirming visa availability, attending interviews, etc. An attorney helps in every step to ensure that you get the best outcome.
8) How to find the right Immigration Law Attorney?
Finding the right Immigration Law Attorney is essential as that saves both your time and money. Do extensive online research. Look whether the attorneys are listed members of the State Bar Association or of the Immigration Lawyer’s Association. Also, if you have friends who have recently applied for their green card or visa, ask them how was their experience with their lawyers. You need to be assured you are not dealing with just a visa consultant or petition preparer. You need a real attorney to help you out in your process. Hence research online, get referrals and get on a call before choosing your attorney.
9) What does an Immigration Law Attorney need to see in the initial meetings?
When you have finalized your attorney, you will have a meeting where both of you are going to discuss your case. It is important for you to present the correct documents to your attorney to have a smooth process. You must have your visas, passport, marriage certificate, notice from immigration authorities, criminal records, etc. After reviewing your necessary documents, the attorneys will advise you if any other applications or documents are needed to proceed with your case.
10) How much does an Immigration Law Attorney charge?
Some attorneys offer a free consultation call and some may charge a flat fee of $100 to have the first conversation. In general, the hourly rate for Immigration Law attorneys is $150-$300. For helping in form filling, they charge between $250-$2000 based on expertise. Immigration Attorneys charge between $1000-$7500 for permanent residency assistance.
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Maritza Gamboa hails from Laredo, Texas but she was raised in Lubbock, Texas since the age of five years old. She is also actively involved in the Lubbock
Lubbock, Texas, 79401, United States
Brian’s practice focuses on Vermont land use, zoning and regulatory matters and resulting appellate litigation, and immigration law. Brian has appeared
Burlington, Vermont, 05401, United States
Anthony A. Fatemi, Esq. is the founder and principal of Anthony A. Fatemi, LLC, which was founded in 1999. Mr. Fatemi and his legal team practice in the areas
Montgomery Village, Maryland, 20879, United States
Matthew Hoppock is a seasoned immigration advocate and litigator. He focuses his work on serving immigrants, their families, and their employers across
Shawnee, Kansas, 66203, United States
Lozano Law Firm is an immigration law firm that serves various communities in Texas.
San Antonio, Texas, 78249, United States
I have 12 years of legal experience as an attorney practicing criminal law, both felonies and misdemeanors, to include DUIs Former Assistant State Attorney
West Palm Beach, Florida, 33409, United States
Immigration Lawyer Richard M. Green understands the importance of work and family, and places special emphasis on helping employers obtain immigration status
Irvine, California, 92612, United States
I am a native of Lexington, Kentucky and graduated from University of Kentucky with a Bachelors in Communications in 2010. I went on to graduate from St.
Lexington, Kentucky, 40508, United States
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