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Facing an immigration issue in Garland, TX?. Whether you’re applying for a family-based visa, defending against removal, or pursuing citizenship, our Garland immigration attorneys provide the legal guidance you need.
At Andrew T. Thomas, Attorneys at Law, our immigration lawyers assist families and individuals in navigating visa applications, green card petitions, deportation defense, and naturalization proceedings. We represent clients before USCIS, the Houston Immigration Court, and immigration agencies throughout Texas.
U.S. immigration law governs how foreign nationals enter, remain in, and become citizens of the United States. Several federal agencies oversee different aspects of the system:
Depending on your situation, you may interact with one or more of these agencies. Our attorneys guide you through each step, ensuring your paperwork is accurate and your rights are protected.
Immigration visas fall into two broad categories:
Immigrant Visas allow permanent relocation to the United States. These include:
Nonimmigrant Visas permit temporary stays for work, study, tourism, or business purposes.
You can apply for immigration through consular processing from abroad or adjustment of status if you’re already in the U.S. Our Garland immigration lawyers will determine which pathway best fits your circumstances.
Our firm handles a full range of immigration matters for clients in Garland and throughout Texas:
Initial Consultation – We discuss your circumstances, evaluate your case, and identify potential challenges and legal options to address your needs. This consultation is free.
Strategy Development – Our attorneys create a customized plan tailored to your goals, whether that’s obtaining a green card, fighting deportation, or becoming a U.S. citizen.
Case Management – We prepare and file all required documents to ensure compliance with current USCIS regulations. You receive regular updates on the status of your case.
Representation – Our lawyers represent you at interviews, hearings, and proceedings before immigration courts and federal agencies.
Ongoing Guidance – Following resolution, provide ongoing guidance on maintaining your legal status and planning future immigration steps.
Our immigration attorneys bring experience inside and outside the Houston Immigration Court. We understand the stress and uncertainty that immigration cases create. Your future, your family, and your ability to remain in the United States may all be at stake.
We’ve helped clients throughout the Garland, TX area navigate complex immigration processes. Our team handles every detail so you can focus on your family and your future.
Ready to discuss your case? Schedule your free consultation today.
Technically you can visit your spouse in the U.S. with a pending green card application on a tourist visa. However, it is not generally advised or encouraged because immigration authorities may take it that you are misrepresenting your reason for coming into the country. This might have adverse effects on your pending application. If you want to visit your spouse but are unsure what route to take, our team of experienced immigration lawyers can help you.
There is no fixed cost for getting a green card, and they generally vary based on the circumstances of each case. You will need to consider many expenses to determine the total cost of your application. These may include but are not limited to the following:
USCIS offers fee waivers for certain forms to applicants who need help to afford the forms or applications. Fee waivers are also available for certain visa categories such as VAWA, T or U visa applicants, and humanitarian-based visas.
Individuals with qualifying job offers in the U.S. may be eligible for employment-based green cards. Pathways include categories for workers with extraordinary ability, advanced degrees, or specialized skills, as well as professionals sponsored by their employer. Proof of job offer, labor certification (if required), and eligibility under immigration law must be established through proper filing and documentation.
In the Dallas-Fort Worth region, the time it takes to adjust status—such as changing from a temporary visa to lawful permanent residency—typically ranges from 8 to 14 months. The timeline includes USCIS processing time for Form I-485, biometrics appointments, interviews (when required), and final decision and issuance of the green card.
If you’re served with a Notice to Appear (NTA), your case will be handled by the Garland Immigration Court—a division of the Dallas Immigration Court. At your hearing, you’ll be able to present evidence, request forms of relief such as asylum or adjustment of status, and be represented by counsel. If the court rules against you, there’s the option to appeal through the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).
Yes. Certain applicants may obtain an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) while their case is pending. This includes, but isn’t limited to, those seeking asylum, adjusting status, or qualifying under humanitarian grounds. Work authorization must be granted before engaging in employment.
When attending immigration proceedings in Garland, you have several important rights and responsibilities:
