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How much does it cost to hire an immigration lawyer in the US?

How do I choose an immigration lawyer?

Can immigration lawyer speed up process?

How do I find an immigration lawyer in the US?

What questions should I ask an immigration lawyer?

How much does immigration lawyer Cost Canada?

What is the fastest way to get citizenship?

How can I get a green card fast?

How can I make immigration process faster?

Who can help me with immigration?

How do I find a good immigration consultant?

Who can file immigration papers?

What can an immigration attorney do?

A lawyer can help fill out your application or look it over before you submit it, making sure you have all the required documentation. This can help you avoid the extra time and expense of having to redo all of your work.

What can a lawyer do for a visa?

A lawyer can help fill out your application or look it over before you submit it, making sure you have all the required documentation. This can help you avoid the extra time and expense of having to redo all of your work. You’re not sure which visa is best for you.

Can a lawyer help you get a green card?

Green card: A lawyer can help you file an immigrant petition and apply for adjustment of status to get a green card. If you are filing for a marriage-based green card, your lawyer can help you prepare evidence to prove your marriage is authentic. Visa: A lawyer can help you apply to live in the United States for work, school, or travel.

What to do if you don't have a visa?

Obtain legal status: If you do not have documentation or have overstayed a temporary visa, an attorney can advise you on your next step. If you are legally entitled to citizenship via the 14th amendment to the constitution then a lawyer can also help to prepare those papers.

Can an immigration lawyer help you?

At the outset, it's important to be aware that an immigration lawyer can help you organize and present your case but will not have any control over the U.S. government official's decision over whether to approve or deny what you're seeking.

Do lawyers have to pay retainers?

Others simply send an invoice each month or at the conclusion of your case. Some lawyers allow clients to pay the fees in monthly installments.

What is the purpose of a notary?

In the United States, however the function of a notary primarily is to witness someone signing a legal document. Unscrupulous actors prey on the public's misunderstanding of the difference between a notary or notario in another country and the United States. The best thing you can do is avoid them.

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You may be able to narrow down your search for immigration lawyers right away, by contacting your local Bar Association and asking for a recommendation for an immigration attorney.

Warnings

The contents of this article contain legal information, but NOT legal advice.

About This Article

This article was co-authored by Clinton M. Sandvick, JD, PhD. Clinton M. Sandvick worked as a civil litigator in California for over 7 years. He received his JD from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1998 and his PhD in American History from the University of Oregon in 2013. This article has been viewed 12,582 times.

Is it ethical to hire a low value immigration attorney?

A few "high-volume, low value" immigration attorneys prowl the hallways of immigration offices attempting to solicit business. This is not considered ethical behavior by the legal bar. Besides, any good immigration attorney is probably going to be too busy practicing immigration law and working for their clients to spend their time rounding up new clients this way.

Can an attorney guarantee success?

Not even the best attorneys can guarantee success. Ultimately, the outcome of your case is up to an immigration judge, the Department of Homeland Defense and/or USCIS. Any attorney claiming he or she has a 100% success rate and guaranteeing you a particular outcome may need to be more closely evaluated.

Who can represent you before USCIS?

An attorney or a DOJ-accredited representative can represent you before USCIS. Your legal representative must file Form G-28, Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney or Accredited Representative, with the related application, petition or appeal.

What is an accredited representative?

An accredited representative must work for a DOJ-approved nonprofit, religious, charitable, social service or similar organization established in the U.S. An recognized organization must primarily serve low-income/indigent clients and provide its fee waiver policy for those unable to pay.

Is USCIS.org the official U.S. Government website?

No. USCIS.org is a privately operated immigration attorney referral service. The official U.S. Government immigration website is located at USCIS.gov

Does it cost anything to use USCIS.org?

No. Using the USCIS.org website is free, and there is no obligation for calling our phone number.

How will I be matched to an attorney?

An operator will take your information, and see if there is a good match for you with one of our networked immigration attorneys. It will be your choice to work with that attorney and agree to their fee, if you like the match.