IMMIGRATION LEGAL SERVICE
Employment-based consular processing with approved I-140
For employment-based immigrants with an approved Form I-140 who will complete immigrant visa processing abroad. Our $3,800 attorney fee matches adjustment of status after an approved I-140; government fees differ.
STARTING YOUR CASE
What this service involves
We begin by reviewing your immigration history, eligibility, documents and goals. This helps us determine whether the standard service described here fits your situation and what evidence will be needed.
PREPARING YOUR RECORD
Typical documents we review
The exact documents depend on your history, eligibility and the filing requirements.
- Approved I-140 and petition information
- Civil and immigration documents
- Employer and derivative family documentation when applicable
LEGAL PREPARATION
How we prepare the case
We handle ordinary NVC and consular submission stages and provide consular interview preparation, without charging for adjustment-only forms that are not used abroad.
We explain the filing plan and any case-specific concerns before the representation begins.
FLAT-FEE SCOPE AND LIMITATIONS
What is included and what costs extra
Flat attorney fee of $3,800 for one employment-based consular immigrant visa matter after an already approved Form I-140, the same attorney fee as employment-based Form I-485 adjustment after an approved I-140. Includes ordinary NVC/consular application forms, documentary submissions and consular interview preparation. Each additional eligible derivative applicant is $1,000 in attorney fees. Government fees differ by processing route and are separate, including applicable Department of State/NVC visa charges, USCIS immigrant fees, medical examinations, translations, travel and other third-party expenses. RFE and NOID responses related to the covered matter are included at no additional attorney fee. New I-140 petitions, independent waivers, unrelated applications, motions and appeals are excluded. Forms I-765 and I-131 are adjustment-related benefits and are not part of ordinary consular immigrant visa processing; in-person attorney attendance at a consular interview is not included.
The signed representation agreement controls the exact scope. Government fees and outside costs, where applicable, are not included unless expressly stated.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Before we begin
Do consular cases have higher attorney fees than adjustment cases?
No. We charge the same attorney fee for a comparable case stage whether the process is adjustment of status or consular. For family cases, the fee is $4,800 including a new I-130 petition, or $3,800 after an approved I-130. For employment cases after an approved I-140, the fee is $3,800. Government agency charges and required application steps can differ.
Are government filing fees included in the price?
No. The displayed amount is the attorney fee. USCIS, consular, medical, translation and other third-party charges, when applicable, are separate unless the specific scope expressly says otherwise.
Will you charge an extra attorney fee if USCIS sends an RFE or NOID?
No additional attorney fee is charged for RFE or NOID responses arising within a Green Chavez matter already covered by a flat-fee representation agreement. The separately priced RFE and NOID services are only for new clients with applications filed independently or by another firm.
How do I find out whether my case fits this standard fee?
Contact our office for a case-specific eligibility and scope review. If your situation falls outside the listed service, we will explain the additional work and fees in writing before you hire us.