Immigrants in US and Immigrants International

Immigration law in the U.S. is frequently changing, making it especially difficult to follow the necessary regulations. Navigating immigration law is challenging for both those who have already immigrated to the U.S. and those living internationally who are hoping to immigrate. Both individuals and businesses face constantly changing laws and approval systems for visas, status changes, permanent residency, and other options for travel or moving.

Strong legal support is crucial to successfully managing these processes. This is true if you are a U.S. immigrant in need of support to adjust your status or file a civil personal injury claim. International individuals looking to immigrate can also significantly benefit from an attorney on U.S. soil fighting for their interests. An attorney helps you avoid mistakes, complete the right documentation and forms on time, and reduce your stress.

Finding the right attorney is crucial to protecting your personal or business needs in the U.S. There are several options for immigrating, which have unique requirements. An effective attorney can save you crucial time so that you can focus on the other important things in your life. Your attorney provides you with the information you need to make crucial decisions, and they can advise on the right options for immigrant and nonimmigrant visas based on your short-term and long-term goals.

Attorney Services for Immigrants in the U.S. and Internationally

Immigrating to the U.S. is a significant undertaking, and it can present new opportunities and experiences for individuals, families, and businesses. It is not a simple process to apply for a visa or for permanent residency in or outside of the U.S. However, working with an attorney who is established in the U.S. can help you gather the right documentation about yourself or your business, find the right visa, and select the path to permanent residency that better serves your needs.

At International Lawyers PLLC, we can be your representation in the U.S., whether you are located in the U.S. or abroad. We understand the unique requirements for different visa types and how they can serve your long-term goals for business, travel, or other personal wishes. Our attorneys provide representation to individuals, entrepreneurs, families, businesses, and others all over the world.

Our firm has the resources and knowledge to provide the support that U.S. and international immigrants need. We understand how high-stakes and important this process is for your future, your livelihood, your well-being, and your daily life. Delays in the immigration visa or residency process can significantly impact your life. International Lawyers PLLC helps you navigate the process with more clarity and works to avoid complications. Let our attorneys protect your rights as an individual and your interests as a business or a family.

Support for International Immigrants

Applying for a visa is a long, stressful process. There are many reasons why you may want to apply for an immigration visa, such as for a long-term business or employment opportunity, to begin a new life, or to move your family to the U.S. When you are based internationally, you can feel especially uncertain about how to navigate the applications for a visa or a green card. A U.S.-based attorney can provide stability and certainty in navigating the process and knowing that you have strong legal representation.

Working with a skilled attorney who understands immigration law can benefit you, whether your immigration needs are personal or business-related. At International Lawyers PLLC, we can help you determine what visa options are available to you and whether these options will allow you a path to permanent residency.

Support for U.S. Immigrants

Once you have migrated to the U.S. under a valid visa, only a portion of the process is complete. There are still steps to complete if you want to achieve permanent residency from within the U.S. Legal support can help you feel more confident about the process and ensure it is done correctly.

Many other legal issues can also affect U.S. immigrants, and it can be reassuring to know a skilled attorney is on your side as you embark on new opportunities.

At International Lawyers PLLC, we provide support to U.S. immigrants as they continue to manage the immigration process from within the country. We also provide support in personal injury law, which could be relevant if you or a loved one is injured because another person or company was negligent. If you are an immigrant in the U.S. and are unsure of how to establish your rights in civil court, we can help.

Immigration for Individuals and Families

Navigating the immigration system as an individual or family is not easy, and it is even harder when you or your family is based internationally throughout the process. Any error or mistake in the visa application process can be incredibly frustrating and cause a delay of months or years. Unfortunately, mistakes are easy to make when the legal requirements keep shifting and you are located abroad. It’s easier to avoid these issues with a legal professional.

Family-based immigration occurs when U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents sponsor their relatives to immigrate to the U.S. This application may be for a visa or for a green card, depending on the circumstances.

Based on the relationship between the person applying and the U.S. citizen or green card holder, there are different requirements and wait times. Immediate relatives have priority, which includes parents, spouses, and children who are unmarried and under 21. While there is no cap on visas for immediate relatives, there are caps for non-immediate relatives. This can further complicate the process of applying.

At International Lawyers PLLC, we are experienced in helping goal-oriented, skilled individuals and families immigrate successfully to the U.S.

Business and Corporate Immigration

Immigration for businesses can be crucial to grow a company, enabling corporations to transfer and hire the right employees and invest by moving their business. It’s also crucial that these steps are planned carefully and done well to protect business interests more effectively. Immigration delays are, unfortunately, common, and they can significantly impact a company’s success and financial interests. It’s important to do all that is possible to avoid delays and mitigate the risk of denials.

Your business may need temporary or permanent visas for employees. These visas accomplish different goals, and certain temporary visas can become permanent. It’s important to discuss your goals for specific employees and your business to determine whether permanent visas are necessary. Some visas take a year or years to obtain, while others take much longer. It can be a frustrating process, but it can be made simpler with skilled legal counsel.

Your attorney can work to help you file the right information, sponsor your employees, transfer crucial professionals, and take other important actions within the U.S. immigration systems. When you work with an attorney, you can save your own time for other important business matters. An attorney can manage the time and accuracy of applications, limiting the chances of errors and delays.

Consular Processing Representation

Consular processing is the process of obtaining a green card after securing an approved immigration petition while outside the U.S. This is the process that individuals use to achieve permanent residency from abroad. Consular processing is different from the adjustment of status, which is the process to permanent residency for immigrants living in the U.S.

The consular process may begin based on an employer- or family-sponsored visa or based on refugee status. Consular processing is necessary for many exceptional individuals, including investors, uniquely qualified professionals, business managers and employers, entrepreneurs, and many others. The approach for consular processing must match the short-term and long-term needs of the individual and any organization they represent.

Applying for a visa and navigating consular processing is no less complicated than any other immigration process. Legal support helps you gather the information you need to apply, prepare for any potential issues during the process, and work to effectively address challenges along the way.

More About International Lawyers PLLC

International Lawyers PLLC is based in San Antonio, Texas, but serves many communities around the world. We provide support throughout the southern U.S., as well as in Central America, South America, and Europe. We aim to be a resource for migrants around the world with immigration needs in the U.S. Our team is deeply connected with Hispanic communities, and we speak Spanish and English fluently.

Our firm works to support our communities through our legal service and daily aid. Our commitment to compassion is demonstrated in our ties to the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) and Helping Hands Reentry Outreach Centers, both nonprofit organizations centered in providing aid to the community.

We are proud to support exceptional and skilled individuals, families, and businesses looking to immigrate to the U.S. We help clients with both immigrant and non-immigrant visas. We also aid businesses and individuals in navigating the U.S. immigration system more effectively, enabling them to save more of their own time.

Immigrant and Nonimmigrant Visas

The difference between immigrant and nonimmigrant visas is the intention to remain in the U.S. temporarily or permanently. The type of visa that you obtain will depend on your reasons for moving, as well as your short-term or long-term goals in the U.S.

Nonimmigrant visas exist for international individuals to stay in the U.S. for short periods of time. Some may need to complete schooling, while others may come for short business reasons, for temporary employment, or to travel and visit. Some of the most important visas include those for:

• Skilled and professional temporary workers and trainees
• Treaty traders and investors
• Those with extraordinary ability, such as physicians, artists, researchers, scientists, business executives, and sports professionals
• Athletes, entertainers, and other performing groups
• Exchange visitors
• Students

There are also unique nonimmigrant visas for those in specific countries based on agreements between the U.S. and those nations.

Immigrant visas are for those who would like a path to permanent citizenship. Applying for a green card could be done while in the U.S. on a visa or while based internationally through consular processing. These visas may include those for:

• Relative-sponsored individuals
• Employer-sponsored individuals
• Investors
• Employees with extraordinary ability, such as researchers, professors, executives, and managers
• Advanced degree professionals
• Professionally skilled workers

Other special immigrants may also petition for an immigrant visa without a sponsorship.

Do You Need an Immigration Lawyer to Immigrate to the US?

While not required, a lawyer makes the immigration process much easier. Any complications can completely stall visa or green card applications, and you may be unaware of how to solve them. An immigration attorney has the resources, education, and experience needed to address your immigration challenges. Issues such as your personal background, documentation of your business, or administrative errors need to be addressed from the beginning of the application when possible.

A skilled attorney based in the U.S. can help you manage the immigration application process with less stress. At International Lawyers PLLC, we can provide vital aid and answer any of your questions about U.S. immigration law. We are your destination for both business and personal immigration needs. Our attorneys can outline your options and help you secure the ideal outcome.

Immigration Support From International Lawyers PLLC

When you need exceptional legal support for your immigration application, International Lawyers PLLC can help. We provide legal guidance to individuals and businesses in the U.S. and internationally. Our team can help you manage all your immigration needs, whether they be for travel, business, or personal reasons. We take time to understand your immigration objectives, and we use our vast knowledge and resources to support these goals.

With effective legal counsel, immigration to the U.S. can be less time-consuming and more efficient. Contact International Lawyers PLLC today to learn what we can do for you. We primarily support Hispanic communities in Central and South America, but we can provide legal aid to anyone around the world.