Can a lawyer speed up green card process?

While an immigration attorney cannot per say “speed up” your case, the immigration attorney is knowledgeable in immigration law and will know the best strategy and options for your case. Undeniably, this avoids any unreasonable delay by anyone lacking specialized knowledge in this area of law.

What is the difference between migration agent and immigration lawyer?

However, many lawyers are also migration agents. Furthermore, immigration lawyers usually retain dual registration to provide immigration advice and assistance. However, unlike migration agents without legal qualifications, immigration lawyers can also appeal cases in courts such as the Federal Court or High Court.

How much do attorneys charge for U visa?

Attorney Fees for Other Types of Immigration Benefits

Application/Petition Type	Initial Attorney Fees	Fees Due Upon Approval
U Visa: Victims of Criminal Activity: U Nonimmigrant Status	$1,600	$1,600
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), Battered Spouse, Children & Parents	$2,100	$1,100
N-400, Application for Naturalization	$1200	None

What’s the fastest way to get a green card?

If you’re a close relative to a U.S. citizen or a green card holder, they can petition for you to obtain legal permanent residency. This option is the fastest and most popular path to getting a green card. U.S. citizens are permitted to petition for immediate relatives, including: Spouses.

How can I accelerate my green card process?

You can generally request expedited processing by contacting the USCIS Contact Center at 1-800-375-5283 (TTY for the deaf, hard of hearing, or those having a speech disability: 1-800-767-1833) or by asking Emma after you have obtained a receipt notice.