Phoenix Immigration Attorneys & Lawyers
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Michael Boreale
Adam Gunderson
Paula Padilla
Cecilia Oduro
Ronald Tocchini
Darryl Prophet
Brent Gunderson
Mark Egan
Adam Gunderson
Clint Dunaway
Phoenix Immigration Lawyers
Why Hire an Immigration Lawyer?
One of the most important legal tasks in Phoenix, Arizona, is immigration. Thousands of people attempt to immigrate to Phoenix every year. However, because immigration is so complicated, many of these people fail to achieve their goal. If you're trying to immigrate and want to increase your chances of success, you need to hire an immigration attorney.
While a lawyer is not required for immigration, there are several situations in which you might need an immigration lawyer.
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Deportation: If you are facing a deportation hearing, you absolutely need an immigration lawyer. Your lawyer can represent you in court and can explain how your hearing may impact future visa applications.
- Documentation: Many people are unprepared for the amount of paperwork required for immigration. Handling your documentation is a big benefit of hiring a lawyer. Not only can your lawyer help you fill out your application, but they can also help you keep track of your paperwork.
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Timeline: It's very common for visa applications to be delayed. This is usually a matter of bureaucracy - not because anything you've done wrong. Your attorney can follow up on your application to make sure that it does not suffer delays, helping you receive your visa much quicker.
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Denials: Some applicants are determined to be inadmissible by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). An attorney can find out why you are inadmissible and assist you in fixing the issue, if possible.
Lawyers who specialize in immigration can guide you through the immigration process. Besides helping with your application, your lawyer can help with the following tasks:
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Starting a business in another country: This requires complying with multiple laws and filling out a great amount of paperwork. Your lawyer can help with both of these tasks.
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Attending court hearings: Many immigration applications will wind up in court. Your attorney can represent your interests in the courtroom.
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Preparing for tests: Most immigrants will be required to take a citizenship test. Your attorney can help you prepare for this test and increase your chances of passing.
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Expediting your application for an emergency: You may find yourself in need of emergency citizenship. An attorney can help you achieve this difficult designation so that you can enter the country sooner.
How to Find an Immigration Lawyer
It's common for people to worry about their ability to find a high-quality lawyer in Phoenix. Fortunately, there are countless great attorneys in this area. Here are a few ways to find the right Phoenix immigration lawyer for you:
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Online services: The easiest way to find an attorney is to look online. By using an online legal service, you can find a highly-trained attorney who specializes in immigration law. You will also be able to save a great deal of money with this method.
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Referrals: It's possible that you already know someone who has completed the immigration process. If so, you can ask them if there is an attorney they can recommend. Finding an attorney through friends and family is often a good solution.
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Bar Associations: The bar association in your state or city will have a list of attorneys who specialize in immigration law. This list will contain their contact information. A lawyer that is affiliated with the bar association will be better equipped to handle your case.
You also need to be vigilant about immigration scams. Some people will market themselves as immigration experts without having any legal experience. Make sure you are hiring an actual attorney.
Questions to Ask an Immigration Lawyer
Making sure you're hiring the right lawyer is easy when you ask the right questions. Once you've narrowed down your options, ask any Phoenix attorneys you're considering the following questions to make sure they have the knowledge and skills needed for your case.
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What experience do you have? Immigration law is complicated. This means that you need an attorney with experience in the field. Ask your attorney how long they have focused on immigration law to make sure they have the experience you need.
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What's your success rate? Most people hire an immigration attorney to improve their chances for an approved application. You should make sure your attorney has a track record of success. An attorney who has assisted with many successful cases in Phoenix is an excellent choice.
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Will you give me one-on-one attention? Some immigration lawyers take on heavy caseloads. This makes it hard for them to give your case their full attention. Ask your attorney if they will be able to focus on your case the way it deserves.
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Some of the types of visas that the Phoenix 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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