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At Spar & Bernstein, we are dedicated to fighting for the best possible outcome for every immigration case we retain.
Citizenship & Naturalization
Naturalization
Our citizenship and naturalization lawyers at Spar & Bernstein have helped over 100,000 people obtain immigration benefits in the United States. Our knowledgeable and compassionate team will prepare the necessary forms and review supporting documents for submission to USCIS to remove obstacles that may stand in your way of becoming a US citizen.
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Success Stories

Read success stories from the many immigration cases we’ve taken on.
Jacqueline & Dave
Jacqueline & Dave

Our team helped Jacqueline obtain a green card for her mother.

Spar & Bernstein client
Spar & Bernstein client

After struggling and out of status since 1982, we helped our client get his green card.

Shain

With no legal status for more than 30 years, we helped Shain become a permanent resident.

Andrew

After living out of status for 20 years, we helped Andrew obtain lawful permanent residence in the U.S.

Ramon

We helped Ramon through the green card process to bring his Philippine family to the U.S. so they could be reunited.

Clement

After Clement arrived from Nigeria in the 90s, we helped him legalize his status and become a lawful permanent resident.

Idris

After Idris escaped from violence in his home country of Sierre Leone, we helped him gain U.S. citizenship.

Alette

We helped Alette’s husband become a naturalized United States citizen and helped her obtain her green card.

Google Reviews

Chuck Bone
a month ago
Dear Dana Whitfield I can’t thank you enough for your dedication, expertise, and unwavering support throughout this long seven-year journey. You carefully managed every step, provided thorough advice, and saw this case through to a successful resolution. Your professionalism and guidance have meant so much. A special thank you to your incredible staff, especially Bunmi, whose attentiveness and commitment did not go unnoticed. Please extend my gratitude to the entire team for their hard work and support. With sincere appreciation, Derek Osorio
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Marilena Michael
a week ago
I had an excellent experience with Spar and Bernstein throughout my immigration process. Over the years, their professionalism, expertise, and dedication made the journey smooth and stress-free. Emily and Giscel were especially great to work with—they were always helpful, responsive, and supportive every step of the way. I truly appreciate their hard work and highly recommend their services to anyone in need of immigration assistance.
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Pamela Bailey
a week ago
I had an outstanding experience with the Law Offices of Spar & Bernstein, P.C.! Their team was professional, knowledgeable, and truly cared about my case. They guided me through every step of the process, providing clear communication and exceptional support. I highly recommend their services for anyone in need of expert legal representation!
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sombrathna lon
a week ago
Working with the Law Offices of Spar & Bernstein was a great experience. Anne-Marie Berraute and Vichki did an excellent job on my case, demonstrating their expertise and professionalism. Their excellent communication and ability to guide me through the process were invaluable. I appreciate that I could easily reach out to them for updates and advice. I highly recommend their services to anyone needing dedicated immigration attorneys who truly care about their clients.
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Immigration Law FAQ

To apply for US citizenship, you must establish good moral character prior to your naturalization application.

USCIS may look at conduct beyond the one-, three- or five-year period to determine whether you have demonstrated reformed behavior from an earlier period.

If you were ever convicted of murder or if you were convicted of an aggravated felony after November 29, 1990, you are permanently barred from naturalization. Contact the knowledgeable immigration attorneys at Spar Bernstein who understand how criminal convictions may affect your naturalization.

Most naturalization applicants must be permanent residents for five years before being eligible to naturalize.

Spouses of US citizens and people who obtained green cards as abused spouses under VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) are eligible to naturalize after having their green cards for three years.

If you honorably served in the US armed forces for one year, you may be eligible to apply for naturalization.

You can file your naturalization application 90 days prior to reaching the required time frame. For example, if you are applying under the five-year rule, you may submit your N-400 application after being a permanent resident for four years and nine months and 3 days.

Employment immigration allows foreign nationals to immigrate to the U.S. based on a job offer or their unique skills. Some of the visa types available under employment-based categories include:

  • EB-1 visa for people with extraordinary ability in the arts, sciences, business, or athletics as well as outstanding professors or researchers
  • EB-2 visa for individuals with advanced degrees or exceptional abilities in fields such as science, business, or the arts (read more about the EB-2 visa process)
  • EB-3 visa for skilled workers, professionals with a U.S. bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent, or other unskilled workers 

 

Yes, you can file Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, without a lawyer. However, working with an immigration attorney can be beneficial for navigating complex cases or ensuring compliance with immigration laws.

Partnering with a lawyer can often expedite the Green Card process, especially when filing Form I-485, as they ensure that your application is accurately completed and all necessary documents are submitted on time.