What is immigration law?
Immigration law governs who can enter, work, and stay in the United States — from family and employment visas to green cards, citizenship, and deportation defense. It is federal law, so the rules are national even though local court backlogs vary.
When to hire a immigration lawyer
Get advice before filing any application, after any contact with immigration enforcement, or if you have any criminal history that could affect status. A small mistake on a form can cause years of delay or a denial.
What it typically costs
Most immigration work is flat-fee per application or stage, quoted up front and separate from the government filing fees. Complex removal defense may be billed in phases.