Immigration Lawyer Miami

Keeping families together is one of the most meaningful aspects of immigration law. If you have a family member who is a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident, you may be eligible to obtain a green card through a family-based immigration petition. Our family immigration lawyers in Miami help clients with:

• Immediate Relative Petitions: Spouses, unmarried children under 21, and parents of U.S. citizens can apply through the Immediate Relative category, which has no annual cap on the number of visas issued.
• Family Preference Petitions: Other eligible relatives, such as siblings or married adult children of U.S. citizens and certain relatives of permanent residents, can apply under Family Preference categories. These do have annual limits and may involve longer wait times.
• Fiancé(e) Visas (K-1 Visa): If you are a U.S. citizen engaged to a foreign national, we can help you petition for a K-1 visa so your partner can enter the United States for marriage.
• Adjustment of Status & Consular Processing: Depending on your circumstances, we guide you through the appropriate path to obtain your green card, whether within the U.S. or through a U.S. consulate abroad.

Our immigration attorneys in Miami understand how important your family is and work diligently to help reunite families as quickly and smoothly as possible.

The United States offers several employment-based visa categories for foreign professionals, skilled workers, investors, and business owners. Navigating these options requires a thorough understanding of U.S. immigration law and the ability to prepare a strong application. Our work visa attorneys in Miami assist with:

• H-1B Visas: Designed for specialty occupation workers in fields like technology, engineering, healthcare, and finance. These visas are employer-sponsored and subject to annual caps.
• L-1 Visas: For executives, managers, and employees with specialized knowledge who are transferring from a foreign office to a U.S. branch of the same company.
• E-1 Treaty Trader Visas: Available for nationals of countries that have a treaty of trade and navigation with the U.S. These visas allow individuals to enter the country for the purpose of engaging in substantial international trade.
• E-2 Treaty Investor Visas: For individuals who invest a substantial amount of capital in a U.S. business. Our immigration lawyers in Miami help investors structure their applications to satisfy USCIS requirements.
• O-1 Visas: Reserved for individuals with extraordinary ability or achievement in sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics. We help document and present your accomplishments to strengthen your petition.
• EB-1, EB-2, EB-3 Green Cards: Employment-based green card categories for priority workers, professionals with advanced degrees, and skilled or unskilled workers. Each category has specific eligibility requirements, and our attorneys help determine the right path for your situation.
• PERM Labor Certification: Many employment-based green cards require labor certification through the Department of Labor. We assist employers with the PERM process from start to finish.

Whether you are an employer looking to sponsor a foreign worker or a professional seeking to work legally in the U.S., our Miami immigration law firm provides the guidance you need.

Becoming a United States citizen is a significant milestone. The naturalization process involves meeting specific eligibility requirements, completing an application, passing a civics and English test, and attending an interview with USCIS. Our citizenship attorneys in Miami guide you through every step.

To be eligible for naturalization, most applicants must:

• Be at least 18 years old at the time of filing
• Have been a lawful permanent resident (green card holder) for at least five years, or three years if married to a U.S. citizen
• Have lived in the same state or USCIS district for at least three months before applying
• Have been physically present in the United States for at least 30 months during the five-year qualifying period
• Be able to read, write, and speak basic English
• Demonstrate knowledge of U.S. government and history by passing the civics test
• Be a person of good moral character

Our Miami immigration attorneys help you prepare your N-400 application, organize supporting documents, and get ready for your interview and test so you can approach your naturalization with confidence.

Facing deportation or removal proceedings is one of the most stressful situations any immigrant can experience. The consequences of removal extend beyond leaving the country. It can mean separation from your family, loss of your livelihood, and being barred from returning to the United States for years.

At Jimenez Mazzitelli Mordes, our deportation defense lawyers in Miami provide aggressive and compassionate representation for clients in removal proceedings. We evaluate every possible form of relief, including:

• Cancellation of Removal: If you have been living in the U.S. for an extended period and meet certain requirements, you may be eligible to have your removal canceled.
• Asylum and Withholding of Removal: If you face persecution in your home country due to your race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group, you may qualify for asylum protection in the United States.
• Adjustment of Status: In some cases, you may be able to apply for a green card even while in removal proceedings if you qualify through family or employment.
• Motions to Reopen or Reconsider: If your case was decided based on incomplete information or changed circumstances, our attorneys can file a motion to reopen your case.
• Waivers of Inadmissibility: Certain grounds for removal or inadmissibility may be waived. Our immigration lawyers in Miami assess your eligibility and pursue waivers when appropriate.
• Bond Hearings: If you or a family member has been detained by ICE, we can represent you at a bond hearing to seek release while your case is pending.

If you or a loved one is facing removal proceedings in Miami, contact our immigration attorneys immediately to discuss your defense options.

The United States has a long tradition of offering protection to individuals fleeing persecution. If you are unable to return to your home country because of a well-founded fear of harm based on protected characteristics such as race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group, you may be eligible for asylum.

There are two main types of asylum applications: affirmative asylum, which is filed proactively with USCIS, and defensive asylum, which is raised as a defense during removal proceedings in immigration court. Our asylum lawyers in Miami handle both types and work closely with you to prepare a thorough, well-documented application that tells your story and establishes your eligibility.

Time is critical with asylum cases. In most situations, you must file your asylum application within one year of arriving in the United States. Our attorneys help you meet all deadlines and prepare for your interview or court hearing.

Miami is a thriving business hub with strong ties to Latin America, the Caribbean, and global markets. Foreign investors and entrepreneurs frequently seek legal pathways to establish or expand businesses in the United States. Our business immigration attorneys in Miami assist with:

• EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa: For individuals who invest a qualifying amount of capital in a U.S. business that creates at least ten full-time jobs. A successful EB-5 petition leads to a green card for the investor, their spouse, and unmarried children under 21.
• E-2 Treaty Investor Visa: For nationals of treaty countries who are investing a substantial amount in a U.S. business. E-2 visas allow investors to live and work in the U.S. while managing their investment.
• L-1A Intracompany Transferee: For executives or managers of a foreign company opening or managing a U.S. office.

Our immigration law firm in Miami helps investors and business owners navigate the financial documentation, business plan requirements, and USCIS compliance standards necessary for a successful application.

If you have been found inadmissible to the United States due to prior immigration violations, certain criminal convictions, fraud, or unlawful presence, you may still have options. Our waiver attorneys in Miami help clients apply for waivers that can overcome grounds of inadmissibility, including:

To be eligible for naturalization, most applicants must:

• I-601 Waiver: For individuals who are inadmissible due to fraud, criminal grounds, or other bars, and who can demonstrate that a qualifying U.S. citizen or permanent resident relative would experience extreme hardship if the waiver is not granted.
• I-601A Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver: Allows certain individuals to apply for a waiver of the unlawful presence bar before leaving the U.S. for their consular interview, reducing time spent apart from family.
• I-212 Waiver: For individuals who have been previously deported and want to apply for permission to reenter the United States.

Each waiver case is unique. Our immigration attorneys in Miami carefully assess your situation and build the strongest possible case for your waiver application.

The U.S. government designates certain countries for Temporary Protected Status when conditions in those nations make it unsafe for their citizens to return. TPS allows eligible individuals already in the United States to remain and work legally until conditions improve. Miami has a large population of TPS holders from countries across Latin America and the Caribbean.

Our immigration lawyers in Miami help eligible individuals apply for TPS, renew their status, and explore pathways to permanent residency where available. We also assist clients with other forms of humanitarian relief, including DACA renewals and humanitarian parole.