U.S. citizenship & naturalization
Explore eligibility, Form N-400, and the citizenship interview.
Serving Georgia since 2013
Atlanta Immigration Lawyers
Focused on Your Future
Quijano Law represents individuals, families, and employers before USCIS, the immigration courts, ICE, and the U.S. Department of State. From our Norcross and Gainesville offices, our immigration attorneys handle family petitions, deportation defense, humanitarian relief, employment immigration, and naturalization.
Family
Citizenship, Green Cards
We prepare family petitions, assess green card options, and handle military parole in place requests for eligible families. We prepare family petitions for spouses, children, parents, and siblings, and military parole in place requests for eligible family members of U.S. service members and veterans. We also assess adjustment of status and consular processing options for mixed-status families.
Deportation
Defense, Bonds, Asylum
We represent detained and non-detained clients in immigration court, including bond hearings where available and motions to reopen. We represent detained and non-detained clients in removal proceedings before the immigration courts. Our work includes bond hearings where available, motions to reopen, and asylum applications filed as a defense to deportation.
Humanitarian
U Visa, Asylum, SIJ
We handle U visa petitions, VAWA self-petitions, asylum claims, and Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) petitions for eligible applicants. We handle U visa petitions for eligible crime victims, VAWA self-petitions for eligible survivors of abuse, asylum claims, and Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) petitions for eligible children. Each option has its own eligibility rules and filing requirements.
Employment
H-1B, L-1, E-1/E-2, R-1, PERM
We assist employers and applicants with H-1B, L-1, E-1/E-2, R-1, and PERM labor certification matters. We assist with H-1B, L-1, E-1/E-2, and R-1 matters and PERM labor certification for employers sponsoring permanent residence. We assess H-1B options subject to the annual cap and those exempt from it.
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We believe all people are created equal and are deserving of dignity and respect.
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Deportation & ICE detention
Find guidance on removal proceedings, bond hearings, and detention.
Why Choose Quijano Law for Your Atlanta Immigration Needs?
- Client-Focused Approach: Your goals, immigration history, and family or business circumstances shape the options we discuss with you. We explain the requirements, identify potential obstacles, and help you understand the next steps. You can speak with our team in English or Spanish.
- Immigration Practice Since 2013: Quijano Law began serving clients in 2013. Founder and managing attorney Viviana A. Quijano focuses exclusively on U.S. immigration law. Our practice includes family petitions, employment immigration, humanitarian relief such as Temporary Protected Status (TPS), deportation defense, and naturalization.
- Guidance on Immigration Requirements: We evaluate your options under current immigration law and agency policy, including U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) requirements and immigration court procedures administered by the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR). We explain how those rules apply to your circumstances.
- Compassionate Representation: Immigration concerns can affect your family, work, and plans for the future. We listen to your concerns, explain your options in clear language, and treat you with dignity and respect.
Our Comprehensive Immigration Law Services in Atlanta
- Family-Based Immigration: We prepare petitions for spouses, children, parents, and siblings. We assess whether adjustment of status or consular processing may be available and handle military parole in place requests for eligible family members of U.S. service members and veterans.
- Deportation Defense: We represent clients in removal proceedings, including requests for relief from deportation, motions to reopen, and bond hearings where available. We assess the facts, evidence, and legal requirements of each case and explain the options that may apply.
- Naturalization and Citizenship: We help lawful permanent residents assess eligibility for U.S. citizenship, prepare Form N-400, and get ready for the naturalization interview and test. We also represent clients at USCIS interviews.
- Humanitarian Relief: We assess eligibility for asylum, withholding of removal, U visas, VAWA self-petitions, Special Immigrant Juvenile status, and humanitarian parole. We explain the evidence and filing requirements for the option that fits your circumstances.
- Waivers and Appeals: We review denials and immigration barriers to determine whether an appeal, motion, new application, or waiver may be available. We explain the evidence and deadlines involved. A waiver addresses a specific ground of inadmissibility; it does not automatically reverse a denial.
- Employment-Based Immigration: We assist businesses and workers with H-1B and L-1 matters, PERM labor certification, and EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3 immigrant petitions. We assess the category, sponsorship requirements, and evidence needed for the proposed position or applicant.
- Investment-Based Immigration: We assist foreign investors with EB-5 immigrant investor petitions. We review investment, lawful source-of-funds, and job-creation requirements as part of assessing eligibility for permanent residence.
Frequently Asked Questions About Immigration Law
- What is the difference between a non-immigrant visa and an immigrant visa?A nonimmigrant visa is for a temporary purpose, such as study, tourism, or qualifying work. An immigrant visa is for admission as a lawful permanent resident. Permanent residence and U.S. citizenship are different statuses; citizenship requires a separate process when eligible.
- How long does it take to obtain a green card through employment?There is no single processing time for an employment-based green card. Timing depends on the category, visa availability, agency processing, and whether PERM labor certification is required. We review those factors before discussing a likely timeline for your case.
- Can I apply for asylum if I am already in the U.S.?You may be able to apply for asylum while in the U.S. if you fear persecution because of race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group. The filing deadline is generally one year after your last arrival, with limited exceptions. Other eligibility restrictions may apply.
- What happens if my visa application is denied?Your options depend on which agency denied the application and the reason given. A consular visa refusal may require additional documents, a new application, or an available waiver; a refusal under section 214(b) has no appeal process. Some USCIS decisions allow an appeal or motion.
- What are the consequences of overstaying my visa?Staying beyond your authorized period of admission can affect future immigration options. Leaving the U.S. after more than 180 days but less than one year of unlawful presence can trigger a three-year re-entry bar; one year or more can trigger a ten-year bar. Exceptions and waivers may apply. Get legal advice before traveling or filing.
- What should I do if I am arrested by ICE?Ask to speak with an immigration attorney before answering questions about your immigration history or signing documents. An attorney can review your detention, assess whether a bond hearing is available, and represent you in removal proceedings. Read our ICE detention guide.
- How can a business immigration lawyer in Atlanta help my company? An immigration lawyer can help your business navigate the complex process of sponsoring foreign national employees for work visas or green cards.
- What is the role of an immigration attorney in the adjustment of status process?An immigration attorney reviews eligibility for adjustment of status, identifies potential barriers, prepares the application and supporting evidence, and represents clients at USCIS interviews. The available options depend on the applicant’s immigration history and other circumstances.
- Can I adjust my immigration status in Atlanta if I am a family member of a U.S. citizen?Possibly. A qualifying family relationship can support a petition, but it does not by itself make you eligible to adjust status. Your manner of entry, immigration history, visa availability, and other requirements also matter.
Quijano Law: Immigration Attorneys Serving Atlanta and North Georgia
Quijano Law is an immigration law firm with offices in Norcross and Gainesville, Georgia. We represent individuals, families, and businesses. Our work is guided by these values:
- All people are equal and deserve dignity and respect
- Everyone has a right to skilled and strategic counsel to defend their interests
- Diversity enriches our lives
Our immigration attorneys work with individuals, families, employers, and investors. Our legal and business teams bring different perspectives to understanding each client’s circumstances and goals.
Meet Viviana A. Quijano, our founder and managing attorney, and the Quijano Law team.
Call our Norcross or Gainesville office to schedule a consultation. If you prefer a callback, use the contact form to ask our team to contact you.