How much do immigration lawyers charge?

Hiring an attorney means adding legal fees to your immigration case, but often, avoiding mistakes can save money and time down the road - and prevent visa denials and even removal from the U.S. read more

An immigration attorney may charge an hourly rate of $100-$300 or a flat fee covering specific services. Some immigration attorneys charge $75-$150 for an initial 20-30 minute consultation. Charges for assisting in filing basic forms for an ongoing immigration case may run $300-$700, plus the USCIS fees. read more

If the lawyer quotes an hourly rate instead, expect to pay between $100 and $350 per hour. Lawyers who work for larger law firms might charge more than lawyers who work on their own or with a smaller firm. Big law firms have “overhead” expenses they need to recover, and the cost gets passed on to you. read more