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Preguntas frecuentes

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1. What immigration law services does Compass Immigration Law LLC handle?

Compass Immigration Law LLC is a full-service immigration law firm specializing in four core areas:

  • Business & Employment Visas: H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN visas, and PERM labor certifications.

  • Investor & Entrepreneur Visas: E-2 investor visas, EB-5 immigrant investor programs, and National Interest Waivers (NIW).

  • Family-Based & Green Cards: Marriage-based green cards, adjustment of status (Form I-485), consular processing, and family petitions (Form I-130).

  • Defensive & Humanitarian Relief: Removal and deportation defense before Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) immigration courts, asylum claims, Affirmative Asylum, and VAWA/U-visas.

  • Citizenship & Naturalization: Form N-400 processing, citizenship appeals, and complex naturalization cases.

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2. Where is Compass Immigration Law Located?

Compass Immigration Law LLC is located in Newark, New Jersey.  Since Immigration is Federal, we can and successfully provide  clients with our immigration law services, like national interest eb-2 cases, work visa needs, marriage based green card applications, deportation defense, etc across the US.

 

 

3. How long does the U.S. immigration process take?

Processing times depend on your case type, the agency involved (USCIS, Department of Labor, or Department of State), and your processing location:

  • Family & Marriage-Based Green Cards: Processing typically spans anywhere from several months to a couple of years, depending on whether the case is handled via Adjustment of Status inside the U.S. or Consular Processing overseas.

  • Employment-Based Visas (e.g., H-1B, L-1): Standard processing usually takes several months, though eligible petitions can utilize Premium Processing for an expedited turnaround within a few weeks.

  • Asylum Claims & Removal Defense: Court schedules vary significantly by jurisdiction, often ranging from 1 to 4 years due to immigration court backlogs.

    During your initial consultation, we provide an updated timeline estimate based on real-time USCIS and EOIR processing trends.

 

4. What documents should I bring to my immigration consultation?

To make your initial legal consultation as effective as possible, bring the following documents (physical or digital copies):

  • Identity Documents: Passport, driver’s license, birth certificate, and marriage certificate (if applicable).

  • Current Immigration Status: Form I-94 arrival record, current/prior visas, employment authorization documents (EAD), or Notice of Action forms (I-797).

  • Immigration History: Copies of prior applications, receipts, denial notices, or court records from USCIS, ICE, CBP, or EOIR.

  • Criminal History Documents: Certified court dispositions, police reports, or arrest records (if any exist, even if expunged or dismissed).

 

5. Does Compass Immigration Law offer payment plans for legal fees?

Yes. We offer flexible, fixed-fee payment plans to make legal representation accessible.

  • Most matters are handled on a flat-fee basis rather than hourly billing, so you know your exact legal costs upfront.

  • We structure manageable monthly installment schedules tailored to your case timeline.

 

6. Can I work in the United States while my green card application is pending?

Yes, if you file an Adjustment of Status (Form I-485) from within the U.S., you can concurrently apply for an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) using Form I-765. Once your EAD is approved, you are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer while your green card application remains pending.

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7. Do you handle urgent or emergency immigration cases?

Yes. We represent clients needing emergency assistance, including deportation defense, ICE detentions, emergency advance parole travel permits, and imminent visa expiration deadlines. If you or a family member face immediate legal action, contact our firm directly for expedited consultation availability.

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8. Do I need to live in the same state as my immigration lawyer?

No. Because U.S. immigration law is federal law, Compass Immigration Law LLC can legally represent clients located in all 50 U.S. states and internationally before USCIS, the Department of State, and federal immigration courts. Consultations and case management can be handled entirely via secure video, phone, and online document portals.

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9. What is the difference between Adjustment of Status and Consular Processing?

  • Adjustment of Status (AOS): The process of applying for a green card from inside the United States through USCIS without leaving the country.

  • Consular Processing: The process of applying for an immigrant visa at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate overseas in your home country.

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