Austin Immigration Attorneys & Lawyers
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Alisha Bond
Umar Farooq
Wayne Nguyen
Bob Schrader, Esq.
Chelsie Campbell
Joshua Kushner
Scott Cipinko
Dolan Williams
Roberto (Bobby) Escobar
Jarad Dickinson
Austin Immigration Lawyers
Why You Should Hire an Immigration Lawyer
Immigration is one of the most difficult legal tasks to execute, with many potential obstacles and delays. Fortunately, the process is much easier when you're working with a knowledgeable immigration attorney.
Keep in mind that although a lawyer is not required for immigration; you can apply for your visa on your own. However, having an immigration lawyer can improve your chances of success. Immigration lawyers in Austin, Texas, will assist you with the immigration process from start to finish, addressing problems before they arise and providing you with better peace of mind.
Some common reasons to hire an immigration lawyer include the following:
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Immigration court proceedings: Being called to immigration court for deportation proceedings can be very stressful. You should never handle these proceedings on your own. If you are called to court, immediately hire an attorney who can help you in court and tell you what you need to do for future applications.
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Inadmissibility: Some people are deemed inadmissible by the USCIS, which means they cannot immigrate to America. If you think you might be inadmissible, you should consult an attorney. Your attorney can advise you about your application options and tell you if there's any path available for you to immigrate.
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Paperwork: Immigration requires a large amount of paperwork. Applications can be very long and very detailed, and if you make a mistake, it can cause a denial. Immigration lawyers can help you successfully fill out any needed paperwork as well as ensure that you don't make mistakes. Their efforts make it more likely that your application will be approved.
Immigration lawyers in Austin, Texas, are responsible for many different tasks. Learning about these tasks can help you pick a top immigration lawyer rather than settling for an inexperienced or ill-equipped candidate. Typical tasks required of an Austin immigration lawyer include the following:
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Helping with emergency citizenship situations.
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Providing representation when you're called to court.
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Getting you ready for citizenship tests.
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Assisting in opening businesses in other countries.
The right immigration lawyer will be able to perform these tasks and any others necessary for your successful immigration.
How to Find the Best Immigration Lawyer
Finding a lawyer in Austin can be especially difficult if you don't have any experience hiring attorneys. Luckily, there are a few easy ways to find a great lawyer. By following these tips, you should be able to find and hire an immigration attorney who's right for you:
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Be cautious. You should always be careful when hiring an immigration lawyer. Some lawyers hang around immigration offices looking for clients. Avoid these lawyers. A high-quality lawyer will be focused on their existing clients, not searching desperately for new ones.
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Look for a licensed attorney. Make sure that anyone you hire is an actual lawyer in possession of a law license. People who list themselves as "visa consultants" or "petition preparers" are usually not lawyers.
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Check credentials. Be certain that your lawyer is listed with a professional organization. This can include the Austin Bar Association or the American Immigration Lawyer's Association. Checking credentials will ensure that you hire a lawyer who can handle your case effectively.
Questions to Ask an Immigration Lawyer
An important part of hiring an attorney is interviewing candidates. This means that you need to prepare a few questions beforehand. With the right questions, you can be sure that you are hiring an attorney who understands and can fulfill your legal needs. Here are some things you should find out before hiring an immigration lawyer:
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How will they help you? Before you commit to an attorney, you should ask them exactly how they will help you. Your attorney should be ready to do much more than just help you complete your application. They should be ready to do whatever they can to get your application approved.
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Do they have immigration experience? Immigration law is a growing field. This means that many lawyers are transitioning to this type of law. Ask your lawyer how long they've worked in immigration. You should be sure to hire a candidate with a wealth of immigration experience.
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When will my application be approved? A quality attorney will be able to give you a timeline for your application approval. If they have experience, your lawyer can tell you how long each step should take and how long the process should take as a whole.
The easiest way to find the best immigration attorney in Austin, Texas, is by posting your legal job on UpCounsel. When you post your immigration job on the UpCounsel marketplace, you'll have access to high-quality attorneys who are ready to work for you. UpCounsel is the quick and easy way to find a great immigration attorney.
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Legal Services Offered by Our On-Demand Austin Immigration Attorneys
Our Austin immigration attorneys & lawyers can help you or your company secure a work visa for business-related matters, such as advising you on obtaining a short-term visa for business trip or a work visa that will allow an employee or executive work within the United States or abroad for an extended period of time.
Some of the types of visas that the Austin immigration attorneys on UpCounsel have helped clients obtain include: H-1B visas, which is for temporary employment in specialty occupations, O-1 visas, where an individual possesses extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics, L-1, which is for employees of an international company with offices in both the United States and abroad, E-2 visa, which is for investors, along with several other popular work visas.
Whether you or your company requires advice on obtaining a work visa for an executive, employee, or foreign national in regards to U.S. immigration or matters abroad such as: visitor visas, employee work visas, legal permanent residence (green cards), investor visas, and citizenship - our immigration attorneys can help you throughout the entire process.
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This is the most recent 20 reviews out of 33 reviews for Immigration attorneys in Texas
Review Green Card
"Very helpful, knowledgeable, friendly and responsive. Recommended!"
Abhi M
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Arlington,
TX,
4 months ago
Immigration Consultation
"Wayne is clear easy to understand. He is friendly but gets to the point not wasting anyone's time. Rates are fair, and he seems very efficient. We will definitely use him again in the future."
Samuel T
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Austin,
TX,
4 months ago
Request for Further Evidence (RFE) from USCIS - Assistance Needed
"I engaged Wayne's services to respond to USCIS concerning the removal of conditions on my permanent residency. I posted a job on UpCounsel detailing my need for assistance in responding to the RFE. Wayne Nguyen responded with a proposal, indicating his extensive experience in immigration law and offering to handle my case for a flat fee of $900. We exchanged emails to clarify the scope of work, and I confirmed that the flat fee would cover a comprehensive response. However, during the phone consultation on July 9th, Wayne was several minutes late, and when I called him, it was apparent that he was in a noisy environment. He seemed unprepared (having not reviewed my case until we began the call) and unfamiliar with relevant aspects of my case. The 20-minute phone consultation did not provide me with any new information or actionable advice. Wayne was not sure on the best way to response to the RFE and then simply agreed with the response method that I suggested. He essentially just advised that I could handle the RFE response myself, which contradicted the service he initially proposed. It is clear he had not read the information that I provided."
Bren K
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Dallas,
TX,
5 months ago
Immigration Consultation
"It was great working with Bob, he was through in his work and very responsive. I would like to work with him again and highly recommend him."
Ram C
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Austin,
TX,
9 months ago
Green Card document review
"Irina is very clear and thorough with the information she provides"
Ryan D
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San Antonio,
TX,
about 1 year ago
Immigration Consults
"Irina was very clear and explained in depth answers to all of my questions."
Ryan D
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San Antonio,
TX,
about 1 year ago
Immigration Consultation
"Irina was very helpful and answered all of my questions."
Ryan D
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San Antonio,
TX,
over 1 year ago
Assist with Other Immigration Matter
"Great experience with Bob"
Delon S
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Austin,
TX,
almost 2 years ago
K Visa
"Not completed yet so I do not have a final say so"
Bernice F
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Sugar Land,
TX,
about 2 years ago
Assist with Other Immigration Matter
"Great!"
Cheyenne M
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Fort Worth,
TX,
about 2 years ago
File Citizenship
"Esther is well prepared and made the process of filing for citizenship very smooth and easy."
Tom Z
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Santa Monica,
CA,
over 2 years ago
File H-1B Visa
"What I appreciated from Julie is that she did a lot of work preparing for our consultation which made our meeting more productive and insightful than expected. I highly recommend her work."
Abdo R
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Edinburg,
TX,
almost 5 years ago
15 Minute Immigration Consultation
"I truly appreciate Oleg's valuable recommendations."
Abdo R
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Edinburg,
TX,
about 5 years ago
Assist with Other Immigration Matter
"It has been very pleasing working with Ursula."
Terry J
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Fort Worth,
TX,
about 5 years ago
File Green Card
"Great work thanks bob."
John V
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Keller,
TX,
over 5 years ago
File Green Card
"Very professional and personable, extremely helpful, continuously on top of what needed to be done for the next step of process. Highly recommend Bob."
John V
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Keller,
TX,
over 5 years ago
Assist with Other Immigration Matter
"Very knowledgeable, answers my questions quickly, and seems very supportive and eager to help and explain. Thank you!"
Nycole A
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Webster,
TX,
over 5 years ago
Other Immigration Matter Services
"Very knowledgeable and easy to explain to clients."
Karen D
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Fort Worth,
TX,
over 5 years ago
Review Green Card
"Julie helped me and my husband a lot, we definitely recommend her! We got a very helpful and detailed review of our documents and responses from her, it was a pleasure to work with the professional."
Anna S
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Austin,
TX,
over 5 years ago
Consult on H-1B Visa
"Cindy was great to work with. She made the H1-B process easy and her fees are reasonable. I will hire her again if or when needed."
Larry W
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McKinney,
TX,
over 5 years ago
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