We Have a Passion for Immigration Cases

Gendelberg Law handles a broad range of immigration matters, including:

• Adjustment of Status
• Appeals
• Asylum
• Deportation Defense
• Family Petitions
• Violence Against Women’s Act – VAWA
• EB-1, EB-2, EB-3, EB-4, EB-5
• H-1B Visa
• K-1 Visa
• L-1 Visa
• O-1 Visa
• P-1 Visa
• E-1/E-2 Visa
• J-1 Visa
• R-1 Visa
• B-1/B-2 Visa
• Waivers
• Consular Processing
• Citizenship & Naturalization
• T & U Visa
• Special Immigrant Juveniles – SIJ

We assist individuals and families across the United States and abroad – helping clients from the moment they arrive through their path to citizenship.

Yes.  Gendelberg Law charges $100 for a 30-minute initial consultation.  This dedicated time allows the attorney to understand your situation, offer personalized guidance, and help you take the first step toward a successful immigration outcome.

Monthly payment plans may be available depending on your case.  Gendelberg Law works with clients to explore flexible options because quality representation should be within reach when you need it most.

Yes, by request.  We understand that life isn’t always 9 to 5, which is why we offer evening and weekend appointments when needed.  Clients also receive their attorney’s personal cell number for ongoing support throughout the process.

Fees depend on the type and complexity of your case.  At Gendelberg Law, we’re committed to transparency – during your initial consultation, we’ll review your situation and provide a clear, upfront estimate tailored to your legal needs.

Some cases – such as asylum, deportation defense, or adjustment of status – may involve multiple stages or filings that can affect total costs.  If you have questions about fees or financial flexibility, we encourage you to raise them during your consultation so we can explore available options together.

The four primary immigration statuses in the U.S. are:

• U.S. Citizen – Either born in the U.S. or naturalized after meeting eligibility criteria.  Citizens have full rights, including voting and petitioning for certain family members.
• Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) – Commonly called a Green Card holder.  LPRs can live and work in the U.S. permanently and may eventually apply for citizenship.
• Nonimmigrant – Individuals granted temporary status in the U.S. for a specific purpose, such as students (F-1), tourists (B-2), or temporary workers (H-1B).  These statuses have strict time limits and conditions.
• Undocumented Immigrant – Individuals in the U.S. without legal status, either because they entered without inspection or overstayed a visa.  Some may still qualify for relief or legal pathways depending on their circumstances.

Each category carries different rights, responsibilities, and potential paths to permanent residency or citizenship.

An immigrant petition is used by someone who intends to live in the U.S. permanently.  This includes family-sponsored Green Cards, employment-based permanent residence (such as EB-1 through EB-5), and humanitarian programs like asylum or refugee status.

A nonimmigrant petition, on the other hand, is for individuals seeking to stay in the U.S. temporarily for a specific purpose – such as:

• Work (H-1B for specialty occupations, L-1 for intracompany transferees, or O-1 for individuals with extraordinary ability).
• Study (F-1 for academic programs).
• Tourism or business visits (B-2/B-1 visas).

These petitions are typically tied to a specific activity and time frame.  Some allow work authorization, while others do not.  Once the purpose or authorized stay ends, the individual is generally required to leave the U.S. unless they change or extend their status.