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Are you in the middle of an immigration case while living in Florida, or are you planning to enter the country using the Tampa port of entry (Area Port of Tampa, Florida – 1801, Class A Port)? You might be surprised by how complicated United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) can make the procedures necessary to complete your case. Matters can be even more frustrating if Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is involved for one reason or another. Before your immigration case gets too complicated and you risk making an avoidable mistake, talk to the Tampa immigration lawyers of Brown Immigration Law. We’re here to simplify the immigration process and help you reach your immigration goal, whether you want to start a family or business in the United States, pursue employment or higher education in Florida, or have any other reason for wanting to immigrate.
Why Should You Hire Brown Immigration Law for Your Immigration Case in Tampa?
- More than 100 years of legal experience
- Practice devoted entirely to immigration cases and law
- Accredited Business by Better Business Bureau®
- Team comprised of Super Lawyers® members and “Top-Rated Lawyers”
Send an online contact form or call (813) 791-7535 to talk about your case with Brown Immigration Law today.
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What Does a Tampa Immigration Lawyer Do?
You deserve respect and professionalism when you have an immigration case that needs solving. At Brown Immigration Law, you can work with a team that takes your case to heart and applies decades of knowledge, talent, and know-how to it. Our Tampa immigration lawyers can help with:
- Citizenship and naturalization
- Change of status
- Adjustment of status
- Asylum and refugee status
- Deportation/ Removal Defense
- Employment-based immigration (permanent and non-permanent resident cases)
- Family-based immigration (fiancé(e) visas and relative petitions)
- Diversity Immigrant Visa Program cases
- Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) cases
- Consular processing
- Documentary requirements
When you are trying to manage other parts of your life like your job and caring for your family, it is understandably difficult to make time to handle an immigration case. To save yourself from stress and make sure that your case is handled the right way from start to finish, hand it over to Brown Immigration Law.
Why Hire an Immigration Lawyer in Tampa?
Hiring an immigration lawyer in Tampa provides peace of mind. Not only does your attorney provide you with clear directions on what steps to take to navigate the complexities of immigration law, but they also know the strategies available to minimize complications and protect your rights. Consider some of the core benefits of hiring a Tampa immigration attorney.
- Checking your eligibility under immigration law and how that might impact your immigration goals.
- Gathering documents that USCIS will want to see.
- Completing paperwork to USCIS specifications so nothing is rejected due to a clerical error.
- Filing the paperwork or forms with the right USCIS department before any important time limits expire.
- Responding to inquiries the USCIS or an adjacent agency might have about your immigration case and goals.
- Acting on your behalf during immigration hearings before administrative law judges.
Frequently Asked Questions About Immigration in Tampa
How worried should I be about all these new executive orders?
It is a very frightening time for anyone who is not sure of their immigration status. While executive orders continue to roll out, most have seen some level of pushback in the courts, providing temporary protections.
If you need help navigating your rights related to any component of immigration law, we strongly encourage you to speak to our immigration attorney now. Note that anything you tell your attorney is protected, meaning you do not have to worry that reaching out for legal help could lead to legal action against you. We will provide frank, honest insight into your rights and legal options.
How much does an immigration lawyer cost in Tampa?
Numerous factors play a role in the cost of hiring an immigration lawyer in Tampa, including your current status, any potential charges against you, and timelines. While we cannot provide a specific cost here, when you contact our offices and have full protection in doing so, you can ask our legal team for a quote for the services we offer. Expect us always to provide transparent pricing.
Can an immigration lawyer speed up the process?
An attorney can take every step under the law to protect your rights and, in doing so, will help you avoid common delays and strategies that may make this process take longer than it should. Your attorney does not have any way to move through the court system faster or get paperwork back from the government any sooner. However, they will ensure efficiency in the application filing and every other step in the process, reducing the risk of problems later. That is going to save you time (and money).
What should I bring to my consultation with a Tampa immigration attorney?
A consultation with an immigration attorney is the ideal opportunity to discuss your needs and get answers to any questions you have. Come prepared with any documentation and evidence you have that could support your efforts. At the very least, bring:
- Your passport and visa, even if it is not up to date
- Your immigration history, including when and how you came to the U.S., how long you stayed, and whether you have left or overstayed.
- Your personal and family information, including your date and place of birth, marital status, children and dependent information, and any medical conditions you have.
We also encourage you to bring a list of objectives, such as your expected needs, the desired timeline, and your long-term goals for bringing family to the U.S.
If I married a foreign national, does that guarantee they can stay in the U.S.?
No, it does not. After marriage, the foreign national spouse can apply for the right to remain in the U.S. but know that this is a long and complicated process. We encourage you to learn a bit more about inadmissibility waivers and let our legal team go to work helping you protect your rights (and those of your spouse) to stay in the U.S.
Can you help me secure a U visa?
Our Tampa immigration lawyers will do everything we can to help you get the visa right for your situation. A U visa is specifically for victims of certain crimes who have suffered mental or physical abuse and who have been helpful to law enforcement. There are several services we can offer.
First, our Tampa criminal immigration attorney provides you with legal support as you navigate the rights you have under a U visa. This includes determining if you are eligible and what steps are required. Also, note that our legal team can help you navigate the Violence Against Woman Act and your right to remain in the U.S. after it.
How to Find a Good Immigration Attorney in Tampa
For those who are facing a variety of immigration questions and concerns right now, we encourage you to hire an immigration attorney you trust. Look at the attorney’s experience, dedication to their clients, and their long history of serving people from all walks of life. We recommend looking at some websites as well as talking to folks you know who may have used us, or any firm, in the past.
Do You Have an Immigration Attorney Near Me?
Our Tampa immigration office is at 400 N. Ashley, Suite #1900. It’s located right off W. Kennedy Blvd, next to Kiley Gardens at the start of the Tampa Riverwalk. There’s a parking garage next door you can use and a bus stop right in front of the building. We maintain another office in Orlando and additional offices in Durham, NC, Columbus, OH, and Cleveland, OH.
Our Tampa immigration lawyers are here to help
Team up with Brown Immigration Law and our Tampa immigration lawyers to begin your immigration journey. Whether you want to enter the country or are already here and need legal counsel about any immigration matter, choose our team to guide you through it. Together, we can work toward making your immigration dream a reality. Fill out our contact form or call us to talk about your case with Brown Immigration Law today.
Call (813) 791-7535 to request an initial consultation with Brown Immigration Law.
