Bolingbrook Immigration Attorneys

Bolingbrook Immigration Services

Immigration law covers many areas, from family-based visas to deportation defense. For individuals and families trying to navigate the U.S. immigration system, having an immigration lawyer with extensive experience on your side can make all the difference. With ever-changing laws and procedures, a lawyer familiar with the system can help you avoid costly mistakes and get a better outcome.

We offer immigration services for many types of cases:

• Family-based visas and green cards
• Employment-based visas
• Naturalization and citizenship applications
• Deportation defense
• Asylum and refugee status
• Immigration waivers

A Client Story: Becoming a U.S. Citizen

A recent client, Ana, came to us with a dream of a better life and becoming a U.S. citizen after living in Bolingbrook for over 10 years. She had been a lawful permanent resident for many years but was not sure how to start the naturalization process. Ana’s biggest concern was that her application was done correctly, she was afraid of delays or denials.

Our immigration attorney met with Ana and went over her entire history, work record, travel, and family background. We made sure every document was submitted, from tax returns to background checks, and made sure Ana was fully prepared for her citizenship interview.

A few months later Ana received the great news that her naturalization application was approved and she was scheduled for her oath ceremony. Ana’s journey to citizenship was a long and emotional one and we were happy to help her achieve her dream of becoming a U.S. citizen.

Ana’s story shows how important it is to have an immigration lawyer to guide you through the process of naturalization. With the right lawyer, your immigration goals are achievable.

Family Immigration

One of the most common ways to get legal residency in the U.S. is through family visas and family immigration. If you are a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident, also known as green card holders, you may be able to sponsor a family member for a visa or green card. The process varies depending on the relationship between the petitioner and the beneficiary and having an immigration lawyer can help you do it right.

• Immediate relatives: Spouses, parents, and unmarried children under 21 of U.S. citizens are immediate relatives and have shorter waiting times for visas.
• Family preference categories: Other family members, such as adult children and siblings of U.S. citizens and green card holders, fall into family preference categories which have longer waiting periods.
• Fiancé visas: If you are engaged to a foreign national you can apply for a K-1 fiancé visa to bring your fiancé to the U.S. to marry within 90 days of arrival.

Our Bolingbrook immigration lawyers will help you with the process of filing petitions and gathering the necessary documents for family-based visas.

Employment-Based Immigration

An employment-based visa allows individuals to work in the U.S. legally. Employers sponsor foreign workers for specific visa categories based on job skills and qualifications. There are several types of employment-based visas and which one to choose depends on the type of work you do and the length of your stay.

Some of the most common employment-based visas are:

• H-1B visas: For individuals with specialized skills or professions such as science, engineering, or technology.
• L-1 visas: For intra-company transferees who work for the same employer in their home country and the U.S.
• EB-5 visas: For investors who invest a substantial amount of money in a U.S. business and create jobs for U.S. workers.

Our immigration lawyers can help both employers and employees with the paperwork and the process of employment-based immigration.

Deportation Defense and Removal Proceedings

Being in deportation or removal proceedings is a scary situation. If you or a loved one has been detained or is threatened with deportation it’s important to have an experienced immigration lawyer by your side. Deportation cases can arise for many reasons including visa overstays, criminal convictions, or violations of immigration laws.

Our Bolingbrook deportation defense lawyers will work hard to protect your rights and explore all possible options to prevent removal. Possible defenses to deportation include:

• Cancellation of removal: For lawful permanent residents or non-permanent residents who meet certain eligibility requirements.
• Asylum: For individuals who fear persecution in their home country based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group.
• Waivers of inadmissibility: In some cases, a waiver can be granted to overcome grounds of deportation such as unlawful presence or certain criminal convictions.

We will work with you to present the best possible defense in immigration court and pursue any available relief to keep you in the U.S.

Path to Citizenship: Naturalization

Many immigrants who have made the U.S. their home dream of achieving the American dream by becoming a U.S. citizen through naturalization. The process involves meeting certain eligibility requirements including being a lawful permanent resident for a certain period, being of good moral character, and passing a citizenship test.

Our Bolingbrook immigration lawyers will help you through the naturalization process from preparing your application to helping you study for the exam. We can also help with any potential issues that may arise such as addressing any problems in your immigration history that may delay or prevent approval.

Waivers

In some cases, an individual may be considered “inadmissible” to the United States due to prior immigration violations, criminal convictions, or health issues. However, a waiver of inadmissibility can be available to allow the individual to still get a visa or green card.

Waivers are available for many grounds including:

• Unlawful presence: Individuals who have been unlawfully present in the U.S. for a certain period may face bars to re-entry, but a waiver can overcome these bars.
• Criminal convictions: Certain criminal offenses may make an individual inadmissible, but a waiver may be available depending on the facts of the case.

We can help you determine if you qualify for a waiver.

If you’re in Bolingbrook and have an immigration issue don’t go through it alone. Our immigration lawyers will be with you every step of the way whether you’re applying for a visa, fighting deportation, or working toward citizenship. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and let us help you achieve your immigration goals.

Directions to our Bolingbrook immigration lawyers:

• From Naperville (via IL-59 South): Take IL-59 S and turn left onto Hassert Blvd/111th St. Continue on Hassert Blvd, then turn right onto Schmidt Rd. The destination will be on your right.
• From Plainfield (via US-30 North): Take US-30 N to IL-126 E. Continue on IL-126 E, turn left onto Hassert Blvd/111th St, then right onto Schmidt Rd. The destination will be on your right.
• From Romeoville (via Weber Rd): Head north on Weber Rd, turn right onto Hassert Blvd/111th St, then left onto Schmidt Rd. The destination will be on your right.

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