Frequently asked questions.
These get asked a lot.
What happens in a first consultation?
We talk. You describe your situation, we ask questions, and we give you an honest first read on where you stand and what your options are. There is no obligation afterwards, and if your matter is not something we handle well, we will say so and point you elsewhere.
Do you speak Farsi and Spanish?
Yes. Our office provides assistance in English, Hindi, Punjabi, Spanish, Farsi and Mandarin/Chinese. We work to make sure our clients can communicate clearly with our office and understand their immigration matter and the steps involved in their case.
Do I speak directly with the attorney handling my case?
Yes. Our clients have direct access to the attorney handling their immigration matter. The attorney is involved in reviewing the case, developing the legal strategy, preparing the necessary filings, and representing the client throughout the immigration process.
Can you help if my relative is already detained?
Yes. We represent individuals who are detained in immigration custody and can assist with their immigration case, including representation before the Immigration Court and other appropriate immigration proceedings. If your relative is detained, please contact our office as soon as possible so we can review the circumstances of the case and explain the available legal options.
How much does it cost to work with you?
Fees depend on the type and complexity of your immigration matter. After your consultation we explain the fees that apply to your case and what they cover, so you know where you stand before you decide anything.
What should I bring to our first meeting?
Please bring all documents related to your immigration history or current case, including passports, visas, immigration notices, court documents, prior applications, USCIS or ICE correspondence, prior attorney paperwork, and any other relevant records. If you are unsure whether a document is important, bring it with you anyway. If you do not have any documents available, that is okay. We can begin by discussing your immigration history and circumstances.
What immigration matters do you handle?
Asylum, both affirmative and defensive. VAWA petitions. U visa cases. SIJS and guardianship matters. DACA. Employment-based visas. BIA appeals. Motions to reopen, including cases where someone was removed without an opportunity to present their case, or where a prior attorney failed to properly file required documents. Adjustment of status and family-based green cards. Removal defense. Detained immigration cases. And other United States immigration legal matters.
How do I check the status of my case?
For a case pending with the Immigration Court, use the EOIR Automated Case Information System at acis.eoir.justice.gov. For a case or application pending with USCIS, use egov.uscis.gov. Both are official government systems and both are free to use. If what you see there does not match what you expect, contact our office.
Where can I read reviews from your clients?
Our clients publish their reviews on our Google Business profile, which you can open from the Google reviews link on this site or by searching Nassiripour Law Firm on Google Maps. They are written by clients and we do not edit or select them.
How quickly will I hear back from you?
We aim to respond to calls and messages within one working day. A small practice means short paths: you reach the person who knows your case rather than a queue.
Start with a conversation.
Immigration problems feel worse in the dark. The first consultation is there to tell you honestly where you stand and what your options actually are.