Immigration Legal Services

Securing a visa or permanent residency is often the first and most critical step for those looking to live and work in the United States. Our dedicated team of attorneys specializes in streamlining these application processes.

• Family-Based Immigration: We assist U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) with petitions for relatives, including spouses, children, parents, and siblings, guiding them through the I-130 petition and subsequent consular processing or Adjustment of Status (AOS).
• Employment-Based Immigration: For professionals, skilled workers, and investors, we manage applications for various categories like EB-1, EB-2 (including National Interest Waivers - NIW), EB-3, and PERM labor certifications, which are vital for New York’s diverse economy.
• Green Card Renewal and Replacement: We ensure clients maintain their LPR status by efficiently handling the renewal or replacement of their Permanent Resident Card (Form I-90).
• Adjustment of Status (AOS): We expertly handle the transition from a non-immigrant status to LPR status while remaining in the U.S., a common procedure for many New York residents.

The journey to U.S. citizenship is the ultimate goal for many immigrants, representing full integration and all the rights associated with it. Our immigration legal services include thorough preparation for this final step.

• Eligibility Assessment: We carefully review applicants' continuous residency, physical presence, and moral character requirements to ensure they meet all USCIS criteria for naturalization (Form N-400).
• Interview Preparation: We provide comprehensive coaching for the naturalization interview and the civics test, helping clients feel confident and prepared.
• Addressing Complex Issues: Our expertise extends to handling cases with potential complications, such as criminal history, extended travel, or issues related to selective service registration.

If you or a loved one are placed in removal proceedings, immediate legal intervention is necessary to protect your rights and explore all available relief.

• Bond Hearings: We fight to secure the release of detained individuals by advocating for reasonable bond amounts before the Immigration Judge.
• Forms of Relief: Our attorneys meticulously prepare and argue for various forms of relief from removal, which may include Cancellation of Removal (for LPRs and non-LPRs), Asylum, Withholding of Removal, or protection under the Convention Against Torture (CAT).
• Waivers: We prepare and file complex waivers, such as I-601 and I-601A, to overcome grounds of inadmissibility, keeping families together in New York.

Legal representation is committed to helping those who have fled persecution or endured hardship.

• Asylum: A dedicated legal team meticulously gathers evidence, prepares detailed narratives, and provides strong advocacy for individuals seeking asylum based on fear of persecution in their home country. This includes both affirmative asylum applications with USCIS and defensive asylum in Immigration Court.
• U Visas and T Visas: Attorneys assist victims of certain crimes (U Visas) and victims of human trafficking (T Visas), providing a pathway to legal status in exchange for cooperation with law enforcement. These forms of relief are essential for protecting vulnerable individuals within the New York community.

Choosing legal representation with a strong foundation in New York ensures that the legal team is intimately familiar with the local agencies and legal landscape, which is crucial for maximizing clients’ chances of success.

• Familiarity with Local USCIS and Courts: Attorneys should regularly appear before the New York Field Office, the Varick Street Immigration Court, and the Federal District Courts, offering a practical advantage in case handling.
• Client-Centered Approach: Every client in New York deserves a tailored strategy, acknowledging that no two immigration cases are identical.
• Up-to-Date Knowledge: The chosen legal professional should remain current on the rapidly changing federal immigration regulations, policies, and case law that affect immigrants in the state. The commitment is to provide the most current and accurate immigration legal services possible.