Fairfax, Virginia Immigration Attorney

Lawyer for Family-Based and Employment-Based Immigration in Fairfax

When people from other countries are looking to begin new lives in the United States, they will need to address many complex immigration laws and regulations. Taking the correct steps during the immigration process can ensure that immigrants will be able to avoid legal complications while they pursue opportunities in the U.S. At The Estevez Group, PC, our immigration attorney works with individual immigrants, families, and employers, helping to address any legal concerns they encounter and providing guidance on how to complete the immigration process successfully.

Family-Based Immigration

Reuniting families is one of the central purposes of the immigration laws in the U.S. Our attorney provides a variety of family-based immigration services, ensuring that loved ones can live together legally in the United States. We provide assistance with:

• Family-Based Visas: Certain visas will allow U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs) to sponsor their relatives for immigration. These include immediate relative visas, which provide a quick pathway to permanent residence for a U.S. citizen's core family members, as well as family preference visas, which may be available for other family members of citizens and LPRs in limited quantities. Citizens can also use fiancé visas to bring a future spouse to the U.S. and get married.
• Green Cards for Family Members: People who qualify for visas through family sponsorship can take steps to become lawful permanent residents through an adjustment of status or consular processing. We can help families file the correct forms and supporting documentation, including proof of relationships and financial sponsorship. We can also help address complications that may arise in these cases, such as issues related to inadmissibility.
• Other Immigration Concerns: We work with families to address child custody concerns that may be affected by immigration cases, apply for work authorization for spouses and dependents, and resolve other issues that they may encounter.

Employment-Based Immigration

Employers often seek skilled foreign workers to meet their workforce needs. The Estevez Group, PC provides comprehensive support to employers and employees as they determine their options for employment-based immigration options. We can address:

• Employment-Based Green Cards: Employers may provide sponsorship for certain categories of employees, helping them become permanent residents of the United States. We can assist with applications for different types of immigrant visas, including EB-1 visas for workers who have exceptional abilities, EB-2 visas covering professional workers who have advanced educational degrees, or EB-3 visas for other professionals, as well as people who are considered skilled or unskilled workers.
• Temporary Work Visas: Employers may be able to sponsor foreign employees for visas that will allow them to stay in the United States for a limited period while performing certain types of work. Common options include H-1B visas for specialty occupations L-1 visas for intracompany transferees, and O-1 visas for workers with exceptional abilities in certain fields.
• Employer Requirements: The Estevez Group, PC ensures that employers maintain compliance with immigration laws when sponsoring employees. We can help file labor certifications and complete I-9 forms to verify employment eligibility.
• Denied Applications: When applications for employment-based visas or Green Cards are denied, our lawyer can help clients file appeals, or motions to reopen or reconsider.

Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) Status

Children who have suffered harm due to issues like abuse and neglect may qualify for Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) status. This status can provide benefits such as protection from deportation, work authorization, and a pathway to permanent residency. Our attorney has experience handling SIJ applications, and we can assist with:

• SIJ Eligibility Criteria: A child must be under the age of 21 and unmarried, and they must have a court order from a state court finding that it would not be in their best interest to reunite with one or both of their parents. We can help children make sure all documentation is provided when applying for SIJ status.
• Appealing SIJ Denials: If an SIJ petition is denied, our lawyer can help file motions to reopen or reconsider or pursue administrative appeals. We will fight to protect the rights of a child immigrant and make sure they will be able to live safely in the U.S.

Other Immigration Services

• Waivers of Inadmissibility: Immigrants may be found to be inadmissible due to concerns related to their criminal history, medical issues, or other factors. The Estevez Group, PC helps clients file applications for waivers and present compelling evidence to overcome these barriers.
• VAWA and U Visas: Victims of domestic violence and certain crimes can take steps to achieve a legal status in the United States. Abused spouses, children, or parents can file petitions for immigration relief through the Violence Against Women Act. People who are victims of qualifying crimes may be able to obtain U Visas, which will require them to cooperate with law enforcement. Our attorney provides compassionate support for clients seeking these forms of humanitarian relief.
• Naturalization: Becoming a U.S. citizen is the ultimate goal of many immigrants. Our attorney can help clients determine if they are eligible for naturalization, assist with preparing and filing applications for naturalization, and respond to any concerns that could result in delays or denials of citizenship.

Contact Our Fairfax, VA Immigration Lawyer

Whether you are planning to reunite with family, looking to pursue career opportunities, or need help protecting your safety and well-being as an immigrant, The Estevez Group, PC can address your immigration concerns. We will work closely with you to prepare and submit forms and documents, and we are ready to help you resolve any legal issues that could affect you or your family. Contact us today at 703-829-5179 for a free consultation.