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Our qualified and experienced team at US Immigration Law Counsel® provides personalized legal solutions to help our clients in all areas of immigration law. We offer a full suite of immigration law services – from helping spouses and family members sponsor their loved ones, to helping employers interested in hiring foreign workers. Our team has the expertise to guide you through the full process.
The 3-year bar, the 10-year bar, and the permanent bar were created as part of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act (IIRAIRA) of 1996...
Es importante saber que, en muchas ocasiones, no es necesario contar con los servicios de un abogado cuando usted solicita…
Adjustment of status refers to applying for lawful permanent resident status while being present in the United States. Lawful Permanent Residency…
The term "aggravated felony" carries significant weight within criminal law and immigration. It refers to a specific category of crimes…
B-1 visas are best for foreign nationals planning to enter the U.S. to participate in short-term business activities such as meetings, contract negotiations, or training. While in the U.S., they cannot engage in actual paid employment. B-1 visas are only valid for up to six months, and applicants must provide evidence that they plan to return to their country of residence before their status expires. Despite that, B-1 visas can be extended for an additional six months, depending on business needs.
The Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) is an appellate body within the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) of the…
When you require an investment visa, a business and investment visa attorney in Florida can help. Securing a green card…
Case analysis is the in-depth examination of a particular case or situation to gain insight into an issue and propose…
Those wishing to immigrate to the United States must typically go through consular processing in their home countries. It is…
Many children are born abroad to U.S. citizen parents. In the event of a birth abroad, a parent can obtain…
Crimes involving moral turpitude are offenses that reflect a person's moral character and involve dishonesty, fraud, or malicious intent. CIMT are…
The Cuban Adjustment Act is a U.S. federal law that was enacted in 1966. The law provides a pathway to…
The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program was created in 2012 to provide temporary relief from deportation to certain…
Under the Trump administration and the growing threat of continued ICE raids in Florida and across the country, deportations and…
One of the main ways to become a citizen of the United States is through acquiring Derivative Citizenship. This type…
Nationals of countries that have a treaty of commerce and navigation with the U.S. may obtain E-1 visas. However, they must be coming to the U.S. solely to engage in substantial international trade between their country and the U.S. While E-1 visas are initially granted for two years, they can be extended indefinitely if the foreign national continues to meet the eligibility requirements. Spouses and children under 21 can also accompany E-1 visa holders, as well as employees of a treaty trader or a company that has the nationality of the treaty country.
The E-1 nonimmigrant visa, also known as the Treaty Trader visa, allows individuals from certain countries to enter the United…
E-2 visas are for nationals of treaty countries who are investing a substantial amount of capital in a U.S. business. Although there is no specific minimum investment required, applicants should prepare to invest at least $50,000 to $200,000 USD in a business, and the investment must be irrevocable. A significant benefit of the E-2 visa is that holders may be granted an automatic two-year period of readmission when returning to the U.S. from abroad, provided they are still admissible. Spouses and unmarried children under age 21 may accompany or follow the E-2 investor or employee to the U.S. E-2 dependents are also eligible for work permission in the U.S.
An E-2 visa is a type of nonimmigrant visa that allows a national of a treaty country to enter the…
The E-3 visa was created to allow Australian nationals to work in the United States on a temporary basis. It…
Of all the employment-based immigrant visas, EB-1 visas offer one of the most direct paths to permanent resident status for…
A National Interest Waiver is a type of petition that allows a beneficiary with an advanced degree or exceptional abilities…
EB-5 serves as a pathway for foreign nationals to gain permanent resident status in the U.S. through job-creating investments in various sectors. Investments must be a minimum of $1.8 million in a new commercial enterprise or a minimum of $900,000 in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA). The investment must also create at least 10 full-time jobs for qualified U.S. workers within two years. Foreign nationals must also prove that they obtained the investment funds through legal means.
An F-1 visa is the type of visa that someone will need to be approved for if they wish to…
The Types of Family Visas in Florida The type of family visa that will be best for you will depend…
If you lie on your visa application, the consequences could be serious. Deliberately falsifying information on your application is enough…
An H-1B is a temporary, nonimmigrant visa issued to foreign nationals in specialized fields that typically require a minimum of a bachelor's degree or its equivalent in experience and skills. This visa is mainly used by professionals in the IT, financial, engineering, and medical fields. The annual H-1B cap is 85,000 visas, with 65,000 allocated for bachelor's degree holders and 20,000 for those with advanced degrees. H-1B visas are initially valid for three years but can be extended for up to six years. Since they are dual-intent visas, holders may pursue permanent residency while maintaining H-1B status. Spouses and children under 21 can also obtain H-4 visas as dependents of the H-1B holder.
An H-1B is a temporary, nonimmigrant visa issued to foreign nationals in specialized fields that typically require a minimum of a bachelor's degree or its equivalent in experience and skills. This visa is mainly used by professionals in the IT, financial, engineering, and medical fields. The annual H-1B cap is 85,000 visas, with 65,000 allocated for bachelor's degree holders and 20,000 for those with advanced degrees. H-1B visas are initially valid for three years but can be extended for up to six years. Since they are dual-intent visas, holders may pursue permanent residency while maintaining H-1B status. Spouses and children under 21 can also obtain H-4 visas as dependents of the H-1B holder.
The H-2A visa allows foreign nationals from certain designated countries to work in agricultural jobs in the U.S. on a temporary or seasonal basis. This visa is mainly used by farmers and other employers who need workers to fill labor shortages. The petitioner must meet certain regulatory requirements, and the workers are protected by standard U.S. labor and wage laws. H-2A visas are valid for up to one year, and there are no caps on the number of workers who may be brought to the US annually in this status.
The H-2B visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows foreign nationals to work temporarily in the United States in non-agricultural…
An H-2B is a nonimmigrant visa that allows foreign nationals to work temporarily in the U.S. in non-agricultural fields such as hospitality, landscaping, and seasonal industries. Like the H-2A, this visa allows employers facing labor shortages to fill certain positions when there are no available American workers to do so. The positions can be seasonal, temporary, or a one-time occurrence. However, H-2B visas have a cap of 33,000 workers for the first half of each fiscal year and another cap of 33,000 for the second half. Workers can also only hold H-2B status for a maximum of three years.
H-3 visas allow foreign nationals to enter the U.S. as trainees or special education exchange visitors to receive training that is not available in their home country. The fields of endeavor for trainees include, but are not limited to, commerce, finance, agriculture, transportation, and communications. Special education exchange visitors can receive training related to educating children who have physical, emotional, or mental disabilities. H-3 visas are valid for up to two years for trainees and up to 18 months for special education exchange visitors.
Humanitarian Parole is a relief that allows individuals outside of the U.S. to enter the country temporarily for urgent humanitarian…
Humanitarian reinstatement is an immigration relief that the USCIS may provide to a beneficiary when a sponsoring family member passes…
Foreign nationals who have been determined to be inadmissible for entry into the U.S. may be able to overcome their…
I-601 waivers can be filed by noncitizens who are inadmissible to the United States and are seeking to apply for…
When you are faced with a serious immigration matter that requires going before a judge, having a qualified immigration attorney…
Florida Immigration Law Council offers a variety of immigration services for immigration matters. We have multiple locations throughout South Florida and…
The J-1 visa is a non-immigrant exchange visitor visa issued by the United States to individuals participating in approved exchange…
With K-1 visas K-2 visas, families can come and stay together. Here at the U.S. Immigration Law Counsel®, we know…
A long-distance relationship isn’t easy. Fortunately, you and your spouse might not need to remain apart for too long. Thanks…
A labor certification is a legal document that U.S. employers must complete in order to hire…
The interview is the final step in your marriage green card process, and you will absolutely need to complete the…
Military naturalization is a process that allows current and former members of the U.S. armed forces to become U.S. citizens…
The Military Parole in Place policy allows certain undocumented U.S. military personnel and their qualifying family members to apply for…
For many individuals, American citizenship is the gold standard. While tourists and permanent residents can enjoy some of the perks…
The New Office L-1A visa is a non-immigrant visa category that allows multinational companies to transfer an executive or manager…
Qualifying foreign nationals who hold non-immigrant visas in the U.S. can request an extension of stay (EOS) or change of status…
O-1A visas are ideal for foreign nationals who possess extraordinary ability in the fields of science, education, business, or athletics. O-1B visas are for those who possess extraordinary ability in the arts or in the television and/or motion picture industry. O-2 visas are issued to foreign nationals who are an integral part of an O-1A’s activities or essential to the production capabilities of an O-1B visa holder. Although O visas are initially granted for up to three years, they can be extended in one-year increments.
The Immigration Act of 1990 paved the way for O visas as we know them today. O visas are specifically designed for…
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) uses order of supervision (OSUP) tools to monitor and track undocumented immigrants living…
The I-601A waiver is a provision available to certain foreign nationals who are immediate relatives of U.S. citizens. This waiver,…
A conditional green card is a temporary document that is only valid for two years. Due to this, an immigrant…
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) is a temporary immigration status granted to nationals of certain countries that are experiencing problems that…
TN visas are granted to nationals of Canada and Mexico who are employed in certain occupations listed under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) / United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). These visas allow Canadian and Mexican professionals to enter the U.S. and work on a temporary basis for up to three years. However, they can be renewed indefinitely.
A “T” visa is a temporary immigration benefit that grants legal status in the U.S. to noncitizen victims of severe…
Have you ever had to call the police on someone or witnessed a crime and helped the police out? If…
The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) was passed by Congress in 1994 to address the unique issues that victims of…
In life, mistakes are going to happen. Lapses of judgements are going to be made, even big ones. However, when…
If an individual has been waiting for the court to take action on a case, they may be able to…
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Scheduling Strategy Sessions
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Online on our website or by calling the office.
What information will I need to provide when booking a strategy session?
Your Name, Phone Number, Email, Referral, Reason for Strategy Session, and Payment.
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Online: 24/7; By Phone: 7 am-9 pm Monday – Friday; and 9 am-3 pm Saturday – Sunday
Strategy Session Process
Are strategy sessions in-person, over the phone, or virtual?
All three options are available to you.
Will I be charged a strategy session fee, and how will it be handled?
$200 for a regular strategy session, and by an agent or online.
Will somebody contact me prior to the strategy session?
Yes, we have a dedicated Pre-consultation Department that will contact you to get all your personal information and request documents before your scheduled strategy session to prepare our attorneys beforehand on the details of your situation. Be prepared to provide details about your immigration matter to the pre-consultation associate, including relevant dates and actions taken.
What documents should I send?
Following your pre-consultation session, the associate will email instructions to you for sending us documents. You will be asked to provide documents for the attorneys to review such as identity documents, biographic documents, previous immigration filings, and/or criminal documents. The associate will also request other necessary documents from you on a case-by-case basis, prior to the strategy session.
How should I submit my documents before the appointment?
Send to leads@us-ilc.com
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How can I pay my strategy session fees and other service fees?
Online payment, Zelle, Venmo, PayPal, in-person cash.
Are there payment plans available?
Not for a strategy session fee. There is a payment plan once a contract is signed.
What is the refund policy for the strategy session fees?
The $200.00 charged for each strategy session is a Nonrefundable Strategy Session fee. This fee will be credited to your case if you choose to proceed with our legal services within 7 days of your strategy session.
