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16 Sep, 2024 by Zack moubarki
I had the pleasure of working with Mr Badawi and I cannot recommend him highly enough. From the very beginning, he was incredibly professional, attentive, and thorough in his approach to my case. His communication was always prompt, clear, and he took the time to explain every detail and legal option available. In my case he saved me from a serious problem. Mr Babawi demonstrated a deep understanding of the law and provided invaluable guidance that resulted in a favorable outcome. I always felt confident that I was in good hands. If you’re looking for a dedicated, knowledgeable, and compassionate lawyer, Mr Badawi is the one to trust.
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02 Aug, 2024 by Mohamed aly
22 Jul, 2024 by Ahmad baltaji
Mr Badawi and his Staff were great they helped throughout the process from the time we filed The immigration papers to bring my spouse to the United States and then again when we applied for her citizenship and Mr Badawi was with her during her interview and helped her become a US Citizen thank you so much we are very happy I recommend him very much he is very professional
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26 Aug, 2024 by Rene soa
08 Sep, 2023 by Attorney merium malik
Patricia is a brilliant, compassionate and deeply knowledgable lawyer, I would highly recommend her to anyone
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09 Sep, 2022 by Bismeiry lantigua
02 Jul, 2020 by Ildiko “dee”
Following a very intense case of domestic violence, I made an attempt to use a “free” local Immigration legal service and it was a nightmare. Ms. Gardiner stepped in and saved my case and my life. She is kind, sympathetic, knowledgeable and entirely dedicated. She walked me through the entire process, completely reassured me when I was in an extremely anxious state of mind and was always available to speak with me directly. I felt safe with her handling my situation and 100% confident in her abilities. She handled everything in a timely, organized and knowledgeable manner. I would recommend her to anyone and consider her a friend as well as my attorney. She has my complete trust and respect. With her help, I am now living a beautiful life with a successful career and my fears have been eliminated. She is an incredible representation of what an attorney should be. Thank you so much!!!
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23 Jan, 2019 by Miguel
Gardiner immigration was the best choice I made when I was deciding who to hire for the application of my green card. I looked for many people online and I was never convinced until I found Gardiner Immigration. Mrs. Gardiner was really attentive, responsive and professional. Her staff was also outstanding and very knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend her to anyone. Really reasonable fees as well.
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03 Jan, 2019 by Ashwin
One of my friend strongly recommended Gardiner Immigration for our immigration needs. Mrs. Gardiner was kind enough to take time out of her busy schedule to meet us and discuss our case. We had never worked with any attorney before and Mrs. Gardiner and her team were very helpful throughout the process in guiding us at every step and helping us with the proceedings. Mrs. Gardiner and her team are very knowledgeable with the laws, were always available to answer our queries and help us get a positive outcome. Should there be a need, we would definitely work with Gardiner Immigration again. Thank you Mrs. Gardiner.
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07 Dec, 2020 by Ismel rivas
Necesito hablar con usted sobre mi caso usted tiene el papel que me ase falta para que emigracion me dé mi residencia por favor este es mi # 239 910 8205 Ismel Rivas
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05 Dec, 2018 by Anonymous
Thank you for making the difficult process of applying for legal citizenship status much more seamless than we could have imagined. When we were in a difficult situation needing help adjusting my legal status (foreign citizen) after getting married, he helped us navigate the complex government paperwork. He provided us with several estimates as far as timelines and when to expect to hear back, all of which were correct. Though we only had one formal appointment, he was always very responsive via email throughout the year we were waiting to hear back from the government, and even offered to meet with us to prepare before our interview. Responsive, professional, down to earth, thanks again for your help!
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26 Feb, 2018 by Wade
I highly recommend Mr.Lemus. He was able to get my I-601a Hardship Waiver approved, which enabled my wife to stay in this country during her immigration process for her to become a permanent resident. Arno also helped us bring over my wife's son from her home country. Arno is also very professional, honest, and was there for us every step of the way. We will both always be very grateful to him and his assistant, Lilian.
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12 Jul, 2023 by Diana vazquez
I had the pleasure of speaking with Ms. Gatto, and I was impressed by her extensive knowledge. Although it was just a phone call, I gained a wealth of information from our conversation.
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20 Mar, 2023 by Crystal mason
Ms Gatti was so helpful to me. She was the most prompt, knowledgeable attorney I've ever dealt with. She will treat you like a person and help you in a timely manor. I was honored to have her help me with my situation. I recommend her and will most definitely use her services again.
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20 Feb, 2022 by Barbara tecza
Excellent explained in layman's terms. Recommend strongly
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28 Aug, 2018 by Martin
In his introductory meeting and in his welcome letter we were told, that “the real essence of lawyering is that of caring”. This might be true for layers who really care – and there are many, however, I personally had not the feeling that this is true for Mr. Zeller. We were told and have it in written that his firm would answer calls on a timely base. Fact is that you should be happy if you receive an answer at all.
But be cautious with those answers. We were told by his Associate that we can still travel to the US by our previous Visa Waiver if our E2-Visa would get denied. As this sounded funky we tried to reach Mr. Zeller over the phone but could never reach him. We then asked his Associate for a written confirmation. After receiving the confirmation email, we booked a flight to the US. Guess what – your Visa Waiver is no longer valid once an E2-Visa has been denied. So, another $1400 down the drain.
After proofing Mr. Zeller’s statement wrong, we were told by Mr. Zeller that he never gave that statement and his Associate simply made it up. However, asking Mr. Zeller for our loss of $1400 based on his Associate’s lie, we were told, that although this statement was definitely made by HIS employee, he (Mr. Zeller) does not feel like this would be his problem. After arguing back and forth he finally agreed to refund $1000 as a “courtesy”. A lawyer with a true work ethic would have apologized a thousand times and refund the full loss.
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01 Aug, 2018 by Michael
We hired Christian Zeller of Maney/Gordon/Zeller in September 2017. During the preliminary consultation we were told that even though it would be a somewhat difficult case, we had a chance for success using waivers available to erase the violations to immigration law. After waiting almost 7 months for the results of the FOIA request we filed, we were told that our case had no chance for success, and we had exhausted all paths to a possible solution. We were very disappointed and frustrated with the change of attitude regarding the analysis and conclusions derived from the FOIA, especially since were were lead to believe something else. During the 7 months of waiting, I sent periodic e mails to Mr. Zeller which he did not answer, except one which he did respond to. Since I live out of the country, I had to make expensive phone calls to provoke a response from any of the staff. I was completely exacerbated with the lack of attention we received from Mr. Zeller, especially since we paid a very high fee for the services we received. I recall the promise that Mr. Zeller made in his letter in which he accepted our case and promised to respond within 24 hours to any inquiry we had. My feelings regarding the handling of our case is that it was very low priority for the firm, and the chance of success was very slim and would require too much time and effort to produce any favourable results. To this day, we have not received a satisfactory explanation as to why we were given conflicting reasons regarding the chances for success.
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28 May, 2018 by Tariq
Mr. Zeller and his team, including but not limited to: Paula, Penny, Daniela, Liz, have done a great job for me and family. Special thanks to Mr. Zeller, very grateful.
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31 Aug, 2018 by Fernando
I contacted Mr Getzin to take care of my divorce, I got him all the information that he requested and the payment, everything was fine on the first 7 or 8 months, but then things just stop moving, I will contact him and he will apologice and justify the fact that he was busy and other things, he say that will contact the judge and arrange the court day and prepare this paper or this other paper and that he will let me know later and update me on the case, finally I ask for copies of the documentation that he send to court and everything so I can consult another lawyer because he was taking too long, he give me nothing and told me that he could not continue with my case and that he was going to tell a "friend" to take care of it, my case was dismissed by the judge because he as my legal representation stopped doing his job, wasted 2 years time, money and stress...
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16 Jan, 2018 by Anonymous
My fiance and I rented a place from a local property management company. We had some concerns while we rented but we did not expect what would happen when we moved out. The company attempted to charge us an insane amount of money and threatened to take us to court even though we satisfied the terms of our agreement upon vacating the property. We felt vulnerable and just stuck; we'd never encountered an issue like this. We immediately reached out to Mr. Getzin and were extremely satisfied with our decision. He educated us every step of the process, we felt empowered and ultimately came to an agreeable resolution. Thank you for your assistance!
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15 Mar, 2017 by Lve
Gareith was professional, timely, honesty and friendly. He has ushered me through one of the most difficult times on my life with the legal system. I would recommend anyone to utilize his service.
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20 Jun, 2024 by Amber laws
We’ve been trying to call for months. We’ve been making payments and we cannot get anyone to answer the phone, return calls, or answer messages. We’re starting to think we’ve been scammed. It would be great to be proved wrong.
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21 Mar, 2024 by Jackeline yagual
29 Sep, 2023 by Lisbely alvarado
Agradecimiento infinito por el resultado positivo obtenido en mi proceso, brindado por un excelente Abogado como es el Señor William G. de Mobility Inmigración, gran profesional con muchos años de experiencia, quién tiene una gran calidad humana, me apoyo en todo momento, me brindó confianza y solidaridad, cuidó paso a paso todos los detalles de mi caso. Que Dios lo bendiga por siempre!! Muchas gracias!!
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01 Apr, 2024 by Daner jay
Robert Sparks Attorneys are getting 5 stars because i can't give them 6. The professionalism of staff, the promptness of responses to questions, and the overall guidance through the process after my accident was astounding. Rob and Garrett were absolutely AMAZING. They did everything in their power to insure I received the maximum settlement after my motorcycle accident. They are compassionate and caring firm and would recommend them to anyone who needs them.
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20 Mar, 2024 by Suami perez
They helped me every step of the way with my case and made everything an easy process. I would give them 10stars not 5 if I could. Best Team there is!
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08 Jan, 2024 by Mary awadallah
I have nothing but excellent things to say of Attorney Sparks. The communication with him and his team is fantastic, and you really feel they are with you every step of the way with your case. He is very caring and understanding, and takes initiative and leads the charge with moving your case along. I am so happy I found him and would recommend him and his team to anyone!
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31 Jan, 2018 by Anonymous
Attorney Saint Jour represented me for a personal injury case. He was referred by a previous client and he did a great job explaining the process to me. It was a very hard time in my life because I could not work for awhile because of my injury. Having a great lawyer helped me to deal with a very tough situation.
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29 Jan, 2015 by Anonymous
I hired Attorney Saint Jour for a Personal Injury case and he did a great job on the case. He kept me informed and he fought for me when the insurance company was trying to deny my claim. I was very happy with the way he approached the case and the way he guided me through the process. I did not have to talk to a case manager or some paralegal. I spoke to my lawyer about my case. The whole process was very frustrating since I could not work and I was in constant pain. I am happy Greg was lawyer.
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19 Sep, 2014 by Anonymous
I hired attorney Saint Jour at the Saint Jour Law Firm to handle a Divorce with minor children for me. I had a previous attorney that did not do much and hired attorney Saint Jour. He was very understanding and kept me well informed. He explained the process to me thoroughly. He was very prompt in returning my calls and did an excellent job on the case. I was very satisfied with the result of my case as it relates to my time sharing and child support. I was lucky to have an attorney who was understanding and competent in my corner in this very difficult time in my life.
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08 Mar, 2024 by Rhonda
This office is absolutely here for your money. If you are not in deportation status you are put on the back burner. I cannot tell you how many times I had to call and get the ball rolling because we were forgotten. The communication skills are lacking. If you call and leave a message you expect a call, text or email back within a week. Many times there was NO response and I would have to call and remind them what we were waiting on. Bassey was never at any of our hearings because my husband was not a deportation risk. He would send a substitute. He also never read the file before we had an appointment. He assumed our case was one way, when in fact it was not. Then we would have to remind him what stage of the process we were in. They also wanted to close our case and start over when we were to the final stages of my husband getting his green card, so that they could charge us another retainer fee for a new case. If they know you can pay, they will milk you. They make you come into the office for senseless things. They had my husband take off of work and we met there and had an appointment at 3 and they were late and come to find out I literally just needed to sign ONE LINE on paperwork. They had stated the day before that we were to meet with the attorney and that never happened that day. I could have went by myself and my husband didn't have to take off of work. They make a big deal out of little things. They want you to run and jump thru hoops and then THEY do not follow up. It took us 7 years for my husband to get his green card with them. Granted there was Covid shutdown in the middle but after the courts opened back up they drug their feet to get the case in front of a judge again. I am sure that they take advantage of a very vulnerable population. Their clients are at their mercy and they are fully taking advantage of those people and their situations. Please take your business elsewhere, where the attorneys and staff truly care about helping you get what you need done and not draining funds.
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25 Sep, 2015 by Kwaku
Bassey Immigration Law center was recommended to me by a friend who is a former client of Attorney Bassey. He was so satisfied with the services they provided for him that he assured me i will get the same satisfaction. Bassey immigration law center in my opinion is the best immigration law firm in the United States. They showed me that they were not interested in the money but rather in performing a humanitarian service. They kept me informed at every step of the process, and they have very excellent customer service from the receptionist, to their Paralegals to the Attorney. They are always available to answer all my questions. I had some difficulties with the finances and they were very understandable and flexible. They showed me they were more interested in making sure that my rights were protected than they money they were going to receive from their services. They have the fairest and most moderate of legal fees for the kind of satisfaction they provide from their services. I have friends who have spent over $10,000 dollars in legal fees to other law firms for immigration related purposes and still have not being able to get their immigration related relief/benefits, Bassey Immigration law firm charged me a small fraction of that amount and i have received my immigration benefits with full satisfaction from the process they undertook. Choose Bassey Immigration law firm and i can guarantee you that you that you will be satisfied and you will receive your immigration benefits. They are really humanitarian and will fight for you till you are satisfied and have received your immigration benefits.
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22 Oct, 2014 by Mailin
i receive service from Mr Bassey on 2012,he is a excellent attorney,excellent person.i do recommend him to any body that need immigration services.
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26 Apr, 2024 by Ronaldo raymond
This lawyer is thief, please ensure you know how much your settlement is and get a break-down, this lawyer been stealing people money for years, and now just caught up to me, he is ignorant and very unprofessional, I asked Mr. Osei prempeh about my settlement and an explanation about where the money went, the lawyer refuse to give my information and get angry about it, and threaten me saying if I called the family bar on him, that would be the end of me! The lawyer is a lier and these bad reviews mean something dont be fooled.If you looking for a trustworthy and professional lawyer PLEASE! look somewhere is else. YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED
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20 Feb, 2024 by For samuel
27 Jul, 2023 by Emmanuel adonteng junior
Attorney Osei Prempeh, PhD., is very diligent in his work and I have had success with him when I brought my case to him. His 20 years experience as a lawyer in immigration, family law, criminal law, personal injury, contract dispute and international business is a force to reckon with and it speaks for itself. His professionalism, hard work , and dedication to his job is just one of a kind. He takes the time in every case with his clients and is honest and direct in making things clear to clients. I’ll recommend him any day! Thank you Lawyer Prempeh!
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26 Jul, 2023 by Ingrid
Este abogado no es de mi entera satisfacción ya que perdieron mi permiso de trabajo por problemas con el correo llevo alrededor de dos meses para que me den una solución y no he podido obtener o recuperar mi permiso , realmente no entiendo como una oficina de abogado cambia de dirección y pierde correspondencia importante no lo recomiendo pues mi experiencia ha sido mala
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17 Sep, 2021 by Raymond
I Mr. Koyonda during his time up North in New York some time ago,.... I lost contact with him And the firm he worked at refused to forward me any information on him,.... I was very disappointed seeing how well my case with Mr. Koyonda representing me was going,..... Since his absence from the NYC region,..... Things have Not been the same especially for clients of Immigrational matters,..... Tampa, FL. has gotten a Good one,..... He was one of the few lawyers that I felt kept things 100% with his clients And seeing that have regained contact with Mr. Koyonda,.... I will definitely look forward to working with him once more as well as recommending him to others in need of Good Immigration lawyer for We the people,.....
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21 May, 2019 by Anonymous
The best lawyer I was able to win my vawa case. He works very hard on getting the job done. I highly recommend this lawyer. Shirley rocks she the best and lorie. Communication is awesome they keep you updated with everything.
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30 Dec, 2023 by Anonymous
hired adahm to handle three cases for me first one my inlaw tried to sell house without teling us and we were able to stop it he was great then hired him to write post agreement and handle evicattion with the post agreement i told him tell me exactly what to put and i'll force her to sign it and we did and it was sposed to be bullet proof i was to get the house full custody of kids spoual support for life full child support and car and assure that she would not arrest for domestic violence and she signed it then they violated post agrteement and had me evicted from house and i had car retaken back and left with nothing but spoual support of 1500 a month when it was supposed to be 3500 i did everythign he said exactly as he said and paid the 1000 for it and got nothing and he abandned me afterward hes good attorney when he wants to be but doesnt communicate or explain risks and left me to beleive this was slam dunk instead i got nothing
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20 Sep, 2020 by Matthew
Adham was hired by me in January to file my bankruptcy case. Right now we are in September and nothing has been done. He rarely responding `for any text messages and emails. I was forced to fired him as my attorney and hired another one. Requested refund of my money which he refused to pay.
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22 Aug, 2018 by Mike
Adham A.Yennes is an outstanding lawyer! This being my first charge and not knowing anything about how to handle situations as these, Chris was EXTREMELY helpful and very knowledgeable on the legal process and side of things. He always made sure to answer any and all of my questions in specific detail and made sure I understood the process. He returned my calls, emails, texts within less than 24 hours, and even took my many phone calls and questions after office hours and during inconvenient times. Would HIGHLY recommend Adham A. Yennes !
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08 Dec, 2023 by Anonymous
This lawyer has been arrested for forgery in 2017. This review keeps getting taken down by avvo because they support lawyers who have been arrested for forgery and other crimes. I will continue to spread the word about this lawyer on any and every platform available so avvo you can continue to remove this review for this lawyer who was arrested for forgery and who practices unethically.
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What an Immigration Lawyer Can Do for You
An immigration lawyer specializes in helping individuals, families, and businesses navigate the complex immigration process. These lawyers provide legal guidance on various immigration matters, such as obtaining visas, gaining permanent residency (green cards), applying for citizenship, and defending clients in deportation or removal proceedings. Immigration lawyers also assist with employment-based immigration, asylum applications, and resolving issues related to visas or immigration status.
Whether you're trying to immigrate to the U.S., facing deportation, or sponsoring an employee or family member for a visa, an immigration lawyer can help you understand your legal options and navigate the often complicated legal system.
When Should I Hire an Immigration Lawyer?
Hiring an immigration lawyer is beneficial in many situations where you are dealing with U.S. immigration laws, whether for personal or business reasons. Common reasons to hire an immigration lawyer include:
- Visa applications: If you need assistance applying for a visa, whether it's a work visa (H-1B), student visa (F-1), or tourist visa (B-1/B-2), a lawyer can help ensure the application is properly completed and submitted.
- Green card applications: If you're seeking permanent residency, an immigration lawyer can guide you through the process, whether through family sponsorship, employment, or the Diversity Visa (lottery) program.
- Deportation or removal defense: If you’re facing deportation or removal from the U.S., a lawyer can defend your case in immigration court and seek to prevent removal.
- Asylum applications: If you’re seeking asylum due to persecution or fear of persecution in your home country, a lawyer can help you prepare a strong case and file for asylum.
- Family reunification: If you're a U.S. citizen or permanent resident looking to bring family members to the U.S., a lawyer can assist with the family sponsorship process.
- Citizenship and naturalization: If you're ready to apply for U.S. citizenship, a lawyer can help you navigate the naturalization process and ensure you meet all the requirements.
- Business immigration: If you're an employer seeking to hire foreign workers, a lawyer can assist with employment-based visas, labor certification, and compliance with immigration regulations.
- Special immigration categories: Immigration lawyers also handle complex cases, such as visas for victims of human trafficking (T visa), crime victims (U visa), or those seeking Temporary Protected Status (TPS).
Hiring an immigration lawyer early in the process can help you avoid delays, errors, and possible denials due to incomplete or incorrect applications.
What Does an Immigration Lawyer Do?
An immigration lawyer provides a wide range of services to help clients with their immigration needs, whether personal or business-related. Their tasks often include:
- Assisting with visa applications: Helping clients fill out and submit visa applications, ensuring all documentation is complete and accurate.
- Filing for green cards and permanent residency: Guiding clients through the process of applying for a green card, including family-based, employment-based, or other forms of residency.
- Defending against deportation or removal: Representing clients in immigration court who are facing deportation and working to prevent removal from the U.S.
- Preparing asylum cases: Assisting clients in applying for asylum based on fear of persecution in their home country due to race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group.
- Handling citizenship applications: Helping lawful permanent residents apply for naturalization and ensuring they meet all the legal requirements for U.S. citizenship.
- Employment-based immigration: Assisting employers with the process of sponsoring foreign workers for temporary or permanent visas, including H-1B, L-1, and EB-1 through EB-5 visas.
- Representation in immigration interviews: Preparing clients for immigration interviews and attending interviews at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) offices.
- Appealing denied applications: If a visa, green card, or citizenship application is denied, a lawyer can file appeals or motions to reopen or reconsider the case.
How Are Immigration Lawyers Paid?
Immigration lawyers generally charge for their services based on the type of immigration case and the complexity of the legal work involved. Common payment structures include:
- Flat fee: Many immigration lawyers charge a flat fee for specific services, such as preparing a visa application, green card petition, or citizenship application. Flat fees help clients know upfront what the legal costs will be for a particular service.
- Hourly rate: For more complex cases, such as deportation defense or appeals, some lawyers charge by the hour. Hourly rates vary depending on the lawyer's experience and the complexity of the case.
- Retainer: For ongoing immigration matters, some clients may need to pay a retainer, which is an upfront payment billed against as the lawyer works on the case.
- Pro bono or sliding scale: Some immigration lawyers or nonprofit organizations may offer free or low-cost services for clients with limited financial means, particularly in asylum or humanitarian cases.
It’s essential to discuss the fee structure with your lawyer during the initial consultation to understand the costs and payment arrangements.
How Much Does an Immigration Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring an immigration lawyer varies based on the type of legal service required, the lawyer's experience, and the complexity of the case. General cost estimates include:
- Visa applications: For help with visa applications (e.g., H-1B, L-1, F-1), legal fees may range from $2,000 to $7,500, depending on the complexity and the type of visa.
- Green card applications: Fees for family-based or employment-based green card applications typically range from $3,000 to $10,000, depending on the case.
- Deportation defense: For defending clients in removal proceedings, costs can range from $5,000 to $15,000 or more, depending on the complexity of the case and how long the case takes.
- Asylum cases: Asylum applications may range from $2,000 to $10,000, depending on whether the case is defensive (in removal proceedings) or affirmative (not in removal proceedings).
- Citizenship applications: Legal fees for filing a naturalization application usually range from $1,500 to $5,000, depending on the complexity of the client’s immigration history.
- Business immigration services: Fees for assisting businesses with employment-based visas (such as H-1B or EB-5 visas) often range from $3,000 to $10,000 or more.
Always ask for a clear breakdown of costs and fee arrangements before proceeding with legal services.
Top Questions to Ask an Immigration Lawyer
Before hiring an immigration lawyer, it's essential to ask questions to ensure they have the experience and expertise to handle your case effectively. Important questions to ask include:
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What experience do you have with immigration cases like mine?
Ensure the lawyer has experience handling cases similar to yours, whether it’s family-based immigration, employment visas, or asylum. -
How do you charge for your services?
Clarify whether the lawyer charges a flat fee, hourly rate, or retainer, and ask for a detailed estimate of the total cost. -
What is the likelihood of success in my case?
Ask for an honest assessment of your case and the potential outcomes, including any challenges you might face. -
How long will the process take?
Immigration cases can take time, so ask how long it may take to process your application or resolve your legal issue. -
Will you handle my case personally?
In larger firms, junior attorneys or paralegals may handle parts of your case. Make sure you know who will be working on your case directly. -
What documents do I need to provide?
Ask the lawyer about the documentation required to support your case, such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, or employment contracts.
How to Check the Credibility of an Immigration Lawyer
To ensure you are hiring a reputable immigration lawyer, take the following steps to verify their credentials and track record:
- Check their state bar status: Confirm with your state bar association that the lawyer is licensed to practice and has no disciplinary actions against them.
- Look for specific immigration law experience: Review the lawyer’s website or professional profile to ensure they specialize in immigration law and have experience handling cases like yours.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Look for reviews on platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google to see what previous clients have said about the lawyer’s professionalism and success rate.
- Ask for references: A credible lawyer should be willing to provide references from past clients who can speak to their ability to handle immigration cases.
- Check for industry affiliations: Membership in organizations like the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) can indicate the lawyer’s expertise and commitment to immigration law.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To make the most out of your first consultation with an immigration lawyer, it’s important to come prepared with relevant documents and information. Here’s what you should bring:
- Passport and immigration documents: Bring your passport, visa, and any documents related to your current immigration status.
- Family documents: If you're applying for a family-based visa or green card, bring marriage certificates, birth certificates, and proof of family relationships.
- Employment information: For employment-based visas, provide your employment contract, offer letter, or other documentation of your job.
- Criminal records (if applicable): If you have any criminal history, bring copies of court records and other relevant documents.
- Timeline of events: Provide a clear timeline of any prior immigration applications, visas, or issues with immigration authorities.
- List of questions: Prepare any questions you have about your immigration case, the process, costs, and the likelihood of success.
By preparing thoroughly for your consultation, you can help the lawyer understand your case more effectively and get the best possible legal advice on how to proceed.
