News & Updates
Announcements from our firm, plus plain-language summaries of policy and filing-fee changes that affect our clients. General information only — not legal advice about your specific case.
We're continuing to grow our capacity to serve clients outside Tennessee. Because immigration is a federal practice area, our attorney is authorized to represent clients in all 50 states, and virtual consultations remain free for the initial intake call.
Book a consultation (opens in a new tab)→The Department of State publishes a Visa Bulletin each month showing which priority dates are current for family- and employment-based categories. If you have an approved petition and are waiting on a visa number, this is the document that tells you where you stand.
View the current Visa Bulletin (opens in a new tab)→USCIS periodically adjusts filing fees for forms like the I-130, I-485, and N-400. These government fees are separate from attorney fees and are paid directly to USCIS. We recommend confirming the current fee for your form before filing, or asking us to confirm it during your consultation.
Current USCIS filing fees (opens in a new tab)→USCIS lets you track a pending case with the receipt number on your I-797 notice. If your case status hasn't changed in a while, that's usually normal — but it's worth checking against current processing times before assuming something went wrong.
Check case status (opens in a new tab)→Processing times for I-130 petitions and adjustment of status continue to vary by service center and category. We track current USCIS processing time data for each case we file so clients have a realistic timeline, not a guess.
Look up processing times (opens in a new tab)→Immigration policy changes are frequently announced through the USCIS newsroom before they reach general news coverage. If you want to follow developments that could affect your case, this is the primary source we watch.
USCIS newsroom (opens in a new tab)→We charge a flat $125 fee for a full consultation with our attorney, credited toward your retainer if you hire us. It's part of our effort to keep costs transparent from the very first conversation.
Start with a free intake call→Applicants for citizenship take a civics and English test as part of the naturalization interview. USCIS publishes the full question bank and free study materials, and we recommend starting well before your interview is scheduled.
USCIS study materials (opens in a new tab)→Conditional permanent residents must file Form I-751 in the 90 days before their card expires. Missing the window can put your status at risk. If your two-year card is approaching expiration, reach out well before the deadline.
Form I-751 instructions (opens in a new tab)→Only licensed attorneys and accredited representatives can give legal advice on immigration matters. USCIS maintains guidance on spotting notario fraud and verifying that whoever is handling your case is authorized to do so.
Avoid scams (USCIS) (opens in a new tab)→