Immigration

With intricate requirements, strict deadlines, and evolving policies, noncompliance with immigration laws can result in serious consequences, including work disruptions, fines, penalties, and reputational damage. It is crucial for businesses to partner with a trusted immigration law firm to mitigate these risks and ensure a smooth and compliant immigration process.

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig’s immigration attorneys have extensive knowledge of the intricacies of the immigration system and stay up to date on the latest regulations and policy changes. We take a personalized approach with each client, helping businesses, families, and individuals address the complexities of immigration law.

Our experience in immigration law

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig works with employers who wish to sponsor skilled workers for nonimmigrant visas. We assess our clients’ short- and long-term needs and identify the best legal strategy to meet their unique immigration law challenges. Our law firm specializes in filing employment-based visa applications, including B-1, E-1, E-2, E-3, H-1B, I, L, O, P, Q, R, and TN visas as well as EB-2, EB-3 and EB-5 green cards.

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig’s attorneys work with companies to secure various employment-based visas, including H-1B visas for specialized workers, L-1 visas for intracompany transferees, E visas for investors, and TN visas for professionals under NAFTA.

We also work with clients to prepare and file PERM applications, increasing the likelihood of successful outcomes. We also guide businesses through the employment-based green card process, including preference categories such as EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3. Our attorneys assist with labor certifications, adjustment of status, and consular processing, navigating each step with precision and expertise.

We provide comprehensive compliance assistance to businesses, including guidance on I-9 employment verification, E-Verify, and other compliance requirements. We help businesses establish robust compliance programs, conduct internal audits, and address potential vulnerabilities.

For families and individuals, we help you understand the requirements and documentation needed to achieve family reunification. We also help individuals adjust their status to become permanent residents, including filing the application, gathering the necessary documents, and representing you during interviews and hearings. Additionally, we assist individuals in obtaining U.S. citizenship through the naturalization process, guiding you through eligibility requirements, form completion, and naturalization interviews and examinations.

If you or a loved one is facing deportation proceedings, our experienced attorneys will provide strong representation to defend your rights and pursue available options for relief. We will thoroughly assess your case, explore potential defenses, and advocate for your best interests before immigration courts. We also handle waivers and appeals for individuals who have been denied visas, green cards, or other immigration benefits. Our attorneys will evaluate your case, prepare persuasive arguments, and advocate on your behalf to seek a positive resolution.

What we do