Moving to the United States is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. Immigration law is incredibly complex, and choosing an immigration attorney may go a long way in giving you peace of mind during this time.
Immigration law covers a wide range of issues ranging from green cards and visas to U.S. citizenship. You probably understand that if you have questions regarding your visit or move to Florida, you can contact an immigration lawyer to assist you.
But how should you go about choosing the right one? An expert immigration lawyer is worth every penny you pay them, but an inexperienced lawyer may not be able to effectively give advice and move you toward your goal.
We are here to provide guidance as to choosing the right immigration attorney for you and your family.
Hiring an Immigration Attorney
- Speak With Family & Friends for References: If you have friends or family residing in the United States who have been represented by an immigration attorney in the past, ask them for names and references. Immigration law is federal, so you can use a lawyer no matter where they are located in the country. If you are planning to move to the Sarasota or Tampa area, speak with people you trust as to the Florida immigration lawyer who successfully assisted them with their case.
- Make Sure Immigration is a Speciality: If you do not know anyone personally who can recommend an attorney, choose several firms in your area to interview. Remember, immigration law is complex; so be sure to choose a law firm which specializes in immigration cases in order to guarantee that you have experienced representation.
- Interview Each Firm Before You Choose: Remember, you are the client, and you have every right to interview lawyers for the position of representing you. Once you have established their experience, you can choose based on comfort level and personality fit. It is also helpful to find a firm fluent in your language if you do not speak and understand English well. (Probinsky & Cole attorneys speak Spanish & Portuguese)
- Review the Fee Schedules: Once you have identified one or more qualified firms, you will want to review their fee schedules and understand how, when and how much they will want to be paid. It is important to not only understand their fees, however; be sure that you understand all of the fees you will encounter as a part of the immigration process. It is easier to embark on the journey when you know you can afford to walk it through until the end.
Hiring an immigration attorney to assist with your green card, visa, or application for citizenship is a smart decision.
Follow the steps above to ensure that you find the Sarasota, Bradenton or Tampa immigration lawyer that is right for you. If you have any questions at all as to how to begin – or if you are in process but need assistance, call the immigration attorneys of Probinsky & Cole.
