To put it simply, U.S. immigration law is far from simple. That’s why it is helpful to have an experienced immigration lawyer at your side.
Immigration lawyers specialize in interpreting U.S. immigration law, which is subject to change from year to year and president to president. They represent individual, family, and business clients before the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), Immigration Courts, and the federal circuit courts. They help with a bevy of issues dealing with immigration, emmigration, citizenship, green cards, visas, status adjustments, asylum, and other important issues.
Every client’s case is different. An individual’s immigration status might impact and intersect with other legal matters too, such as family, criminal, business, or tax law. Having a knowledgeable and well-versed immigration attorney can be very helpful.
Immigration lawyers help clients file forms, collect documents, and prepare statements or testimonies. Immigration lawyers know what to typically expect from the U.S. immigration system. They know how to prepare for applications held up on legal technicalities or how to minimize or entirely avoid delays – which are often inevitable. They ensure that your filing information is clear, correct, and consistent. Even the most simple mistakes on a visa application can result in delays, denials, or even deportation.
Not all immigration issues require consulting with a lawyer, but in many cases, choosing to hire an immigration attorney can save you time, aggravation, and money.
For example, a business immigration lawyer might help an individual or company file for an H-1B visa. This visa program allows American employers to hire non-U.S. citizens in jobs where their special skills are needed, but the process can be lengthy and very complex. For this reason, lawyers are often hired to save precious time and alleviate the stress that can come with the H-1B filing process.
If you have questions about hiring an immigration lawyer or any related immigration question, contact our law firm. We are focused on helping you resolve your immigration issue.