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Immigration Attorneys
40,633 verified immigration attorneys across the United States. Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.
U.S. immigration law is one of the most complex regulatory systems in the country. The wrong answer on a form, a missed filing deadline, or an unrecognized criminal-history issue can permanently bar you or a family member from staying in the United States. An experienced immigration attorney maps out the right path — family petition, employment visa, asylum, naturalization, or removal defense — and shepherds your case through USCIS, the State Department, and the immigration courts.
Common immigration matters
Family-based petitions for spouses, parents, children, and siblings
Asylum and refugee status, including credible-fear interviews
Deportation and removal defense, including bond hearings
DACA renewals, TPS, and humanitarian parole
Waivers of inadmissibility (I-601, I-601A)
Why an immigration lawyer matters
USCIS denials are often final. A denied I-130, I-485, or asylum case can put you into removal proceedings or trigger a multi-year bar to re-entry. Immigration attorneys know which evidence USCIS expects, how to frame complex facts, and when to request consular processing vs. adjustment of status. They also know when not to file — some applications expose underlying problems that are better managed differently.
When to consult an immigration lawyer
You received a Notice to Appear, ICE detainer, or removal hearing date
You have a criminal record (any arrest, even old or expunged) and any immigration matter pending
A prior application was denied and you need to refile or appeal
You are sponsoring a family member with a long backlog (especially India / Mexico / Philippines)
You are an employer sponsoring foreign talent and need to navigate PERM / H-1B
Most immigration attorneys charge flat fees per application type. Family-based green card cases typically run $1,500 to $4,000 plus USCIS filing fees. Removal defense, asylum cases, and complex waiver cases run higher. Many attorneys offer free initial consultations.
Can I get a green card through marriage?
Yes — marriage to a U.S. citizen is one of the most common paths to a green card. The process involves filing an I-130 family petition and an I-485 adjustment-of-status application (if in the U.S.) or consular processing (if abroad). USCIS scrutinizes marriage cases carefully for fraud, so documentation matters.
How long does it take to become a U.S. citizen?
After becoming a lawful permanent resident, you generally must wait 5 years (or 3 years if married to a U.S. citizen) before filing for naturalization. From filing the N-400 to taking the oath, the process currently takes 8 to 14 months in most field offices.
What should I do if I am detained by ICE?
Do not sign anything. Ask for an immigration attorney immediately. You have the right to a bond hearing in most cases, and an attorney can present a bond request and explore relief from removal such as cancellation, asylum, or a waiver.
Will a DUI affect my immigration status?
It can. A single DUI is usually not a deportable offense, but multiple DUIs, DUI with injury, or DUI plus other immigration issues can affect green card renewals, naturalization applications, and admissibility. Talk to an immigration attorney before pleading to any criminal charge.
Can I apply for asylum if I am already in the U.S.?
Yes — you generally must file an I-589 asylum application within one year of arriving in the U.S., unless you qualify for an exception (changed conditions in your country, extraordinary circumstances). Asylum is granted to applicants who establish a credible fear of persecution based on race, religion, nationality, membership in a social group, or political opinion.
