Frequently Asked Questions | Rhoda Wilkinson Domingo

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How long will my case take?

Every case is different, which means every case has a different expected timeframe for completion. The reality is that most immigration applications take months – and in some cases years – from start to finish. Typically, the primary factor in how long an application will take is U.S. government processing. Some employment-based applications permit expedited processing for an additional fee. Family-based applications do not have this option; however, you can request expedited processing in extreme situations, which is granted at the U.S. government’s discretion.

During your 1 hour consultation, we will review processing timelines based on the application that best fits your needs. Our law firm will work with you to ensure your application is prepared in a timely manner.

How much will my case cost?

The total cost of your application, if prepared by our law group, will depend on type of case, complexity of case, and filing fees. Legal fees are paid to the law firm. Filing fees to the U.S. government.

During your consultation, we will review the legal fees and filing fees based on the application that best fits your needs. We can also provide you with a representation agreement following your consultation that lists the legal fees and filing fees. Our law firm charges flat fees, which means you know from the very start how much your case will cost.

Can Law Office of Rhoda Wilkinson Domingo accompany me to my interview/to my court hearing with me?

Yes. We have represented clients at Adjustment of Status interviews, Naturalization interviews, Asylum interviews, I-751 interviews, and court hearings. We can also accompany clients to scheduled ICE check-ins or deferred inspection appointments. While we will accompany clients to their interviews, hearings, check-ins, and appointments throughout the United States. we also prepare for your interview, hearing, check-in, or appointment prior to its scheduled date, so you feel confident going in front of an immigration officer.

I received a Request for Evidence, a Notice of Intent to Deny, or a Notice of Intent to Revoke. How to go about it?

If your application has received a Request for Evidence, a Notice of Intent to Deny, or a Notice of Intent to Revoke, we can help you prepare and submit a thorough and compelling response prior to the deadline set by the U.S. government. It is important to note that all three of these notices will have deadlines for responses. During your 1 hour consultation, we will review the notice you have received.

My application was denied. What can I do now?

Just because your application was denied does not mean hope is lost. You may be able to appeal the decision or file a Motion to Reopen and/or Reconsider. In some situations, the best – or only – option is to refile your application. During your consultation, we will review the denial decision from the U.S. government and go over your options moving forward. We have also helped clients restructure their previously denied applications to warrant approval.

Can Law Office of Rhoda Wilkinson Domingo help me?

In most cases, yes. During your consultation, we will review the facts of your case and your immigration history. We will help you determine the best options available to you. Our law group has experience in a variety of immigration applications – whether family-based or employment-based.

Who at Law Office of Rhoda Wilkinson Domingo will work on my case?

Our law firm is highly motivated and dedicated. Rhoda Wilkinson Domingo has years of experience with preparing and filing immigration applications. Our team utilizes multiple forms of communication to ensure that your questions or concerns are answered the moment they arise. We encourage clients to ask questions in order to better understand the immigration process. Working as a team, we provide you with the support and determination your application needs to be successful.

Can I get a social security number? Can I get a driver’s license?

Yes, if you have your green card. If your case includes an application for employment authorization, you can request a social security number and (in most states) apply for a driver’s license once you have received your employment authorization card.

Can I travel within the United States? Can I travel internationally?

If you are an immigrant in the United States, and you do not have a green card or approved travel authorization, you should always discuss travel plans with an immigration attorney. Leaving the United States without the proper authorization can result in serious consequences, including a bar to reentry. We can only respond to questions about traveling from our current clients.

What is the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA)?

The Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) is a body of the Department of Justice and is the highest administrative body for interpreting and applying U.S. immigration laws. Made up of 15 board members, the BIA reviews the decisions of immigration courts and some decisions of the U.S Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The BIA has the authority to affirm, reverse, or remand a judge’s decision.

Matters before the Federal Circuit Courts of Appeal are typically appealed from the decisions of the BIA. An appeal to a U.S. Court of Appeals must follow strict deadlines and procedures. Currently, there are 13 U.S. Courts of Appeal across the country. Section 242 of the Immigration & Nationality Act (INA) governs judicial review of exclusion, deportation, and removal proceedings. According to this statute, a petition for review is to be filed within 30 days of the date of the final order.

What is the Visa Bulletin?

Every month the Department of State lists the priority dates for people with visa applications submitted. This is known as the Visa Bulletin. Broken down by visa type and country of origin, the Visa Bulletin lists the visa application date currently being processed. All applications submitted prior to the listed date are completed.

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