What is the Next Step after an Initial Legal Consultation?

What you should expect at your second appointment with an Immigration Attorney.

1. Second Appointment should be a Legal Strategy Session

This appointment should be at least 60 minutes long. You and your attorney should have a better discussion than your initial legal consultation. There may be a legal fee for this appointment. You are being provided a legal service.

2. What is your relationship with the attorney?

It is not legal representation. An attorney/client relationship is not established.

3. What to bring to this appointment?

The potential client brings all immigration documents related to his/her case.

4. What should I expect from the attorney?

The attorney reviews all documents presented and offers further insight to the potential client.

5. What about a discussion about fees?

The attorney will explain application fees and legal fees.

6. What is the timetable for my case?

The attorney will explain USCIS processing times and how long he/she will complete your packet for USCIS.

7. Conclusion

Now you will have a better idea if you want to proceed forward with this case and/or with this attorney. This appointment arms you with more information to make a better decision. You need more than an initial consultation to make an informed decision