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Family

The immigration attorneys at Godzina & Strange, PLLC take pride in providing individual attention to each immigration case.

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We represent families, including fiancé(e)s, spouses, children, and parents, in obtaining the appropriate visa or other permission to enter the United States or to obtain U.S. residency. Our firm also assists individuals in seeking work permits and relief before the USCIS and the Immigration Courts.

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Types of Family Based Visas may include:

• The spouse of a U.S. citizen

• The fiancé(e) of a U.S citizen

• The child of a U.S. citizen

• An orphan adopted abroad by a U.S. citizen

• A parent of a U.S. citizen

• An unmarried or married son or daughter of a U.S. citizen

• A spouse, minor child, or unmarried son or daughter of a Lawful Permanent Resident

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Employers

The United States is a melting pot for immigrants with skills, talent, and extraordinary ability. Whether you are an employer or employee, the Godzina Law Firm is ready to ensure that you have top-notch support for the immigration services that you need.

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We represent companies and their employees in obtaining non-immigrant visas, including the following types of visas:

• B-1 After Sales Contract.

• B-1 in Lieu of H-1B.

• E-1 Treaty Traders and Essential Employees.

• E-2 Investors and Essential Employees.

• E-3 Visas for Australians.

• H-1B Specialty Occupations.

• H-1B1 Specialty Occupations for Chileans and Singaporeans.

• H-3 Trainees.

• J-1 Exchange Visitor.

• L-1A Intra-company.

• Transferees for Executives and Managers.

• L-1B Intra-company Transferees with Specialized Knowledge.

• O-1 Individuals of Extraordinary Ability.

• P-1 Professional Athletes.

• R-1 Ministers and other Religious Workers.

• TN Professionals under the NAFTA Treat.

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Investors

Because of its size and position as an industry-leader for many diverse fields, the United States has vast opportunities for international investors and entrepreneurs.

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If you dream of becoming part of a start-up or opening a business of your own, the Godzina Law Firm can help you obtain the visa that you need.

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Some of the investor immigration services we provide include:

• Qualifying Investments and Corporate Formations.

• E1 – Treaty Traders.

• E2 – Treaty Investors.

• E5 Visa (Investors/Employment Creation).

• Temporary Work Visas.

• H-1B.

• L-1A.

• Employment Petitions.

• Green Card/Legal Permanent Resident.

• Court & Consular Representation.

• National Interest Waivers.

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Students

If you’re hoping to arrive in the United States or stay here to continue your education, you can be confident that the Godzina Law Firm supports your goals 100%. We understand your ambition, and we will help you to protect your legal status in pursuit of your goals.

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Various categories for students include:

• F-1 (academic students).

• M-1 (vocational students).

• J-1 (exchange students).

• F-1 and M-1 students must be accepted in a program approved through the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

• J-1 students must be accepted in a program which has been approved by the Department of State (DHS). These programs are available for both secondary and college students.

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After acceptance into a program of study, prospective students generally will need to apply for a visa at a U.S. consulate abroad in order to enter the United States. Some individuals who are in the United States may be eligible to apply to change their status to that of a student.

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Removal Defense

The Godzina Law Firm understands that facing deportation can be an extremely stressful circumstance for you and your loved ones. As a member of our client family, you can rest assured that we will strenuously fight on your behalf.

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Immigration advice from the Godzina Law Firm will ensure that you are prepared and supported at every step of the way.

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We represent individuals facing removal before the local Immigration Courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals, U.S. Circuit Courts, and the U.S. Supreme Court.

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We handle the following:

• Adjustment of Status

• Asylum

• BIA Appeals

• Cancellation of Removal

• Waivers

• Immigration Bonds

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Vulnerable Immigrants

The Godzina Law Firm takes pride in helping vulnerable immigrants including victims of violence and threat in their home countries, victims of domestic violence, LGBTQ members, minors and incompetent individuals, and victims of trafficking and other crimes.

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We handle the following:

• Asylum

• Withholding of Removal

• Relief Under the Convention Against Torture

• Humanitarian Parole

• Temporary Protected Status

• Deferred Action

• Childhood Arrivals (DACA)

• Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)

• LIFE Act 245 (i)

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Consular Processing

Consular processing is a method by which a beneficiary of an approved family-based, employment-based, investor-based or other immigration petition can apply for a visa at a U.S. Department of State consulate abroad. There are many benefits when it comes to consular processing. However, you must first determine if you fit into an eligible immigrant category which permits this form of processing.

Generally, consulates do not permit in-person representation. However, the Godzina Law Firm can communicate with the consulate on your behalf, prepare you for the interview and assist you with required filings.