Now more than ever, it is important to consult with an experienced immigration attorney.
Lutheran Social Services of the National Capital Area (LSSNCA) provides high-quality, reasonably priced immigration legal services.
Our attorneys and paralegals have over 30 years of combined experience and can assist with a wide range of immigration services, from fighting deportation to petitioning for family members or applying for citizenship.
Contact Us
To discuss your case with our experienced immigration attorneys and team.
Our consultation fee is $90.
LSSNCA can assist you with the following services:
Citizenship
Court & Defense
| Removal Defense | Legal strategies and applications to fight deportation, including representation in immigration court on a case-by-case basis. |
| Motions | Legal filings such as motions to change venue, motions to continue, motions to reconsider, or motions to remand, depending on the needs of your case |
| BIA Appeals | Appeals filed with the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) to challenge an immigration judge’s decision and continue fighting your case at the highest administrative level. |
Employment-Based Immigration
| Employment Authorization Documents (Work Permits) | Applications and renewals for work permits, allowing individuals to work legally in the U.S. while their immigration cases are pending. |
| Employment-Based Visas (H1-B, EB-2, EB-3) | Assistance with visas that allow individuals to live and work in the U.S. through employment opportunities. |
Family-Based Immigration
| Family-Based Petitions | Applications that allow U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents (LPRs) to help family members obtain legal immigration status, including fiancé(e) petitions. |
| Adjustment of Status | Applying for lawful permanent residence (green card) while already in the U.S., without having to return to your home country for consular visa processing. |
| Immigrant Visa Processing | Guidance through the process of applying for and receiving an immigrant visa to enter the U.S. as a lawful permanent resident, typically through a U.S. consulate or embassy abroad. |
| Inadmissibility Waivers | Applications that allow certain individuals who are considered “inadmissible” due to unlawful presence or certain criminal convictions to legally enter or remain in the U.S. |
| Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Petitions | Relief for certain victims of domestic violence or abuse by a U.S. citizen or LPR spouse, parent, or child, allowing them to apply for legal status independently. |
Humanitarian-Based Immigration
| Asylum, Withholding of Removal, and Protection under the Convention Against Torture (CAT) | Protections available for individuals in the U.S. who fear persecution or torture if returned to their home country. | ||
| Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS | Immigration relief for children in the U.S. who have been abused, abandoned, or neglected by one or both parents, allowing them to apply for a green card. | ||
| Temporary Protected Status (TPS) | A temporary legal status for individuals from certain countries experiencing armed conflict, natural disasters, or other extraordinary conditions that make it unsafe to return. | ||
| Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) | A policy that provides temporary protection from deportation and work authorization to eligible individuals who came to the U.S. as children. | ||
| T Visa (Trafficking Visa) | Immigration relief for victims of human trafficking, providing protection and the opportunity to apply for permanent residency. | ||
| U Visa | Immigration protection for victims of certain crimes in the U.S. who have suffered physical or mental abuse and are willing to assist law enforcement in the investigation or prosecution. |
Other Legal Services
| Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Requests | To obtain copies of your immigration records from government agencies. These records help us understand your full immigration history and prepare the strongest possible case. | ||
| Change of Address (Form AR-11) | Filing the required notice with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to update your address and ensure you receive all important immigration notices. | ||
| Expedite Requests | To speed up the processing of immigration applications or petitions in urgent situations, such as medical needs, family emergencies, or significant hardship. |
