Immigration & Nationality Services in The United States
Family-Based Immigration
We support families in bringing loved ones together through family-based immigration petitions. Whether petitioning for a spouse, child, or other eligible relatives, we manage every aspect of the process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a smooth path toward lawful residence in the United States.
Visa Applications & Green Cards
We assist individuals and families with a wide range of visa applications, whether for temporary stays or permanent residency. Our services include family-based, employment-based, investor, and other specialized visa categories. We provide comprehensive guidance throughout the green card process, ensuring that every legal requirement is met to secure lawful permanent residence in the United States.
Removing Conditions on Conditional Residency
For individuals with conditional permanent resident status, typically through marriage or business ventures, it is essential to file a petition to remove conditions before the two-year mark. We assist clients with Form I-751 (for marriage-based cases) or Form I-829 (for business cases), ensuring all necessary documentation is provided to prove the validy of the relationship or business to streamline the process and secure the transition to unconditional permanent residency.
Renewing & Replacing Green Cards
If a green card is expiring, expired, lost, stolen, damaged, or contains errors, it is crucial to apply for a replacement. We guide clients through the renewal or replacement process to ensure that all required documents are submitted and that any issues that may arise, such as discrepancies in personal information are addressed to ensure that and up-to-date permanent resident status is maintained.
Naturalization & Citizenship
Our firm helps eligible individuals navigate the process of applying for U.S. citizenship through naturalization. We provide thorough guidance on residency requirements, application procedures, language and civics tests, and interview preparation to ensure the successful completion of the process and the attainment of U.S. citizenship.
Additionally, individuals born outside the United States may have acquired U.S. citizenship at birth, or after the naturalization of a parent, if certain conditions are met. We assist clients in navigating the process of determining eligibility for citizenship through U.S. citizen parents, whether by birthright or through the transmission of citizenship after a parent naturalizes in the U.S.
Reclaiming U.S. Citizenship for Mexican Nationals Who May Have Lost Their U.S. Citizenship (missing the periods in U.S.)
Mexican nationals who were previously U.S. citizens but were issued a Certificate of Loss of Nationality (CLN) while in Mexico may be eligible to reclaim it under certain conditions. We assist clients in navigating the process of restoring U.S. citizenship by providing guidance on the legal steps required, including demonstrating their intent to retain U.S. nationality and fulfilling any necessary residency or documentation requirements.
Provisional Unlawful Presence Waivers
We assist individuals who entered the U.S. without a visa or parole, or have overstayed a visa and are not eligible to apply for a green card in the United States, in applying for a provisional unlawful presence waiver. We guide clients through the application process, ensuring all required documentation is submitted and helping to demonstrate extreme hardship to U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident relatives. Our goal is to streamline the process, helping clients secure legal status and reunite with their families.
Work Visas & Employment-Based Immigration
We assist employers and foreign nationals in securing employment-based visas, including H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN, and other specialized categories. Our comprehensive services cover every stage of the process from the initial petition preparation to extensions, renewals, changes and adjustments of status, to ensure full compliance with U.S. immigration laws and minimizing risk for both employers and employees.
Student Visas & Exchange Programs
We assist students in securing F-1 and J-1 visas for academic studies and exchange programs in the United States. Our services include comprehensive support with the visa application process, maintaining lawful status, and navigating practical training opportunities such as OPT and CPT. For J-1 visa holders subject to the two-year home residency requirement, we provide strategic guidance in assessing eligibility and preparing well-supported J-1 waiver applications tailored to each client’s circumstances. In addition, we also provide guidance on transitioning from student status to employment-based visas, supporting long-term professional and immigration goals.
Visitor Visas
We assist individuals in obtaining B-1/B-2 visitor visas for purposes such as tourism, medical treatment, and short-term business activities, as well as for domestic workers, crew members, and personal employees. Our team provides guidance throughout the application process, ensuring that applicants meet all necessary requirements to lawfully visit the United States on a temporary basis.
Immigration Compliance & Employer Services
For businesses, we offer comprehensive services to ensure compliance with U.S. immigration laws when hiring foreign workers. This includes preparing I-9 forms, advising on E-Verify processes, and ensuring adherence to regulations governing employee authorization and work visas.
Humanitarian Visas & Asylum
For individuals fleeing persecution, violence, or other life-threatening circumstances, we provide compassionate and strategic representation in seeking humanitarian relief. This includes applications for asylum, refugee status, U Visas for victims of certain crimes, T Visas for victims of human trafficking, and petitions under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Our firm offers comprehensive support throughout the process, ensuring that each client is fully informed, properly represented, and given the strongest possible foundation for securing protection under U.S. immigration law.
Criminal Charges & Immigration Issues
If a client faces criminal charges that may have immigration consequences, our team works closely with criminal defense attorneys to minimize the potential impact on their immigration status. We thoroughly analyze the criminal charges and collaborate with defense counsel to seek resolutions that may help a client avoid deportation or the loss of immigration status. We ensure that that all avenues are explored to protect our clients’ rights and legal standing.
Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility
The I-601 Waiver is an essential tool for individuals seeking to overcome certain grounds of inadmissibility to the United States, such as unlawful presence, criminal convictions, or health-related issues. We assist clients in preparing a thorough application, demonstrating extreme hardship to qualifying U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident family members. Our team ensures that all required documentation is carefully compiled and presents a compelling case to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to maximize the chances of approval. Whether overcoming inadmissibility for a family-based visa or adjusting status, we are committed to helping clients navigate the complex process with precision and care.
Permission to Apply to Reenter the United States (Form I-212)
The I-212 Waiver, Permission to Apply to Reenter the United States, although not really a waiver, is crucial for individuals who are seeking to reenter the United States after being previously deported or removed, and it is particularly important for overcoming the permanent bar imposed due to prior unlawful presence. We guide clients through the application process, focusing on demonstrating that they meet the necessary criteria for approval, including showing rehabilitation and ties to the U.S. We work to present compelling evidence that reentry would not be detrimental to the public interest and that the applicant warrants a favorable exercise of discretion. Our expertise helps clients navigate this challenging process, providing them with the best possible opportunity to overcome the permanent bar and reenter the U.S. legally.
Removal Defense & Appeals
For individuals facing removal (deportation) proceedings, our firm offers defense strategies aimed at protecting their rights and securing their ability to remain in the United States. We assist with applying for cancellation of removal, asylum, and other forms of relief from deportation, while also navigating waivers of inadmissibility and representing clients in immigration court.
Additionally, we provide strategic representation in deportation appeals, working diligently to challenge unfavorable decisions and explore all legal avenues to prevent deportation and ensure the best possible outcome for our clients.