Helping Families Reunite in the United States
Immigration is about family, stability, and the opportunity to build a future together. At Relocate Legal, our Brooklyn family immigration attorneys focus exclusively on helping families reunite in the United States through clear guidance, thoughtful advocacy, and compassionate legal support.
Brooklyn is home to one of the most diverse immigrant communities in the country. Families here come from every corner of the world, each with unique stories, traditions, and goals. Whether you are sponsoring a spouse, bringing your fiancé to the United States, or helping a loved one obtain lawful permanent residence, Relocate Legal is here to guide you through every stage of the process.
U.S. immigration law can feel confusing and intimidating, especially when delays or mistakes can keep families apart. Our mission is to make family-based immigration accessible, transparent, and manageable, while providing the care and attention your case deserves.
Serving Families Throughout Brooklyn and New York City
Brooklyn is a borough built by immigrants. From neighborhoods like Williamsburg, Bushwick, Bay Ridge, Flatbush, Crown Heights, Sunset Park, and Downtown Brooklyn, families from around the world call Brooklyn home.
Relocate Legal proudly serves clients throughout Brooklyn and all five boroughs of New York City. We also represent families living abroad who are seeking to reunite with loved ones in the United States.
We understand the urgency many Brooklyn families face. Long wait times, complex forms, and confusing government notices can create stress and uncertainty. Our attorneys focus on efficient case preparation, clear communication, and proactive problem solving to help avoid unnecessary delays.
Why Brooklyn Families Choose Relocate Legal
Families across Brooklyn trust Relocate Legal because family-based immigration is not just one of our practice areas. It is our sole focus.
Exclusive Focus on Family Immigration
We practice only family-based immigration law. This allows us to stay current on USCIS procedures, visa bulletin movement, consular processing trends, and policy changes that directly affect families.
Attorney-Led Representation
Every case is handled by an experienced immigration attorney. You will not be passed between departments or left wondering who is managing your application.
Clear and Honest Communication
Immigration cases often involve long timelines. We explain what to expect, how long each step may take, and what documents are needed so you can move forward with confidence.
Compassionate and Client-Centered Care
We recognize the emotional weight immigration places on families. Our team approaches every case with patience, empathy, and respect for your situation.
Understanding Family-Based Immigration in Brooklyn
Family-based immigration allows U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents to sponsor certain relatives for immigrant visas or green cards. The process depends on the family relationship and the immigration status of the sponsor.
Family immigration cases generally fall into two main categories.
Immediate Relatives of U.S. Citizens
Immediate relative visas are not subject to annual numerical limits, meaning there is no waiting period for visa availability once the petition is approved.
Immediate relatives include:
- Spouses of U.S. citizens
- Unmarried children under 21 of U.S. citizens
- Parents of U.S. citizens who are 21 years of age or older
Family Preference Categories
Family preference visas are subject to annual caps and may involve waiting periods that vary based on the visa category and country of origin.
Family preference categories include:
- Spouses and unmarried children of lawful permanent residents
- Adult children of U.S. citizens
- Siblings of adult U.S. citizens
Our Brooklyn immigration attorneys help families understand which category applies and how to pursue the most efficient strategy.
Marriage-Based Green Card Attorneys in Brooklyn
Helping Spouses Build a Life Together in the U.S.
A marriage-based green card allows a foreign national spouse to become a lawful permanent resident of the United States. For Brooklyn families, this often means the ability to live together, work legally, and plan a long-term future without fear of separation.
If you are married to a U.S. citizen, you may qualify as an immediate relative, which typically results in faster processing. If your spouse is a lawful permanent resident, you may still qualify, although longer wait times may apply.
Relocate Legal guides Brooklyn couples through every step of the marriage green card process with care and precision.
What Is a Marriage-Based Green Card?
A marriage-based green card grants lawful permanent resident status through marriage to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident. Once approved, the green card holder can:
• Live permanently in the United States
• Work without employment authorization restrictions
• Travel internationally with fewer limitations
• Apply for U.S. citizenship after meeting eligibility requirements
The application process depends on whether the foreign spouse is inside or outside the United States.
Adjustment of Status vs Consular Processing
For Brooklyn residents, the process usually follows one of two paths.
Adjustment of Status applies when the foreign spouse is already in the United States and eligible to apply without leaving the country.
Consular Processing applies when the foreign spouse is outside the United States and completes the process through a U.S. embassy or consulate abroad.
Our attorneys evaluate your situation and recommend the safest and most efficient approach.
Who Is Eligible for a Marriage-Based Green Card?
You may qualify if you are:
Relocate Legal also assists with derivative and related family immigration cases when applicable.
Our Brooklyn Marriage Green Card Process
We manage the entire process so you can focus on your family.
Petition Filing
The sponsoring spouse files Form I-130 to establish the qualifying family relationship.
Visa Availability
Immediate relatives proceed without delay. Preference categories may require waiting for a current priority date.
Application Preparation
We prepare all required forms, supporting documentation, and legal explanations.
Interview Preparation
Our attorneys thoroughly prepare couples for USCIS or consular interviews, including document review and common questions.
Green Card Approval
Once approved, the foreign spouse receives lawful permanent resident status.
Marriage-Based Green Card Timelines
Spouses of U.S. citizens
12 to 18 months
Spouses of permanent residents
24 to 36 months
Other family categories
varies by country and visa bulletin
Processing times change frequently. Contact Relocate Legal for current estimates specific to Brooklyn cases.
K-1 Fiancé Visa Attorneys in Brooklyn
Helping Engaged Couples Begin Their Lives Together
The K-1 fiancé visa allows a foreign-citizen fiancé of a U.S. citizen to enter the United States for the purpose of marriage. After entry, the couple must marry within 90 days.
Brooklyn couples often choose the K-1 visa when they are engaged but not yet married and want to begin their life together in the United States as soon as possible.
Relocate Legal handles the entire K-1 visa process from initial petition to green card application after marriage.
What Is a K-1 Fiancé Visa?
The K-1 visa is a nonimmigrant visa that allows a foreign fiancé to travel to the United States to marry their U.S. citizen partner. After the marriage takes place, the foreign spouse applies for adjustment of status to become a lawful permanent resident.
This option can provide a faster path to living together in the United States compared to marrying abroad in certain situations.
K-1 Fiancé Visa Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, you must:
Meeting Requirement Waivers
In limited circumstances, USCIS may waive the in-person meeting requirement due to cultural practices, religious beliefs, or extreme hardship. Our attorneys can evaluate whether a waiver may apply in your case.
Required Evidence for a Strong K-1 Petition
K-1 petitions are closely reviewed. Strong documentation is essential.
We help Brooklyn clients prepare:
Brooklyn K-1 Visa Process and Timeline
File Form I-129F
Estimated processing time: 6 to 9 months
Consular Processing
Estimated time: 2 to 4 months
Embassy Interview
Estimated time: 1 to 2 weeks
Enter the U.S. and Marry
Marriage must occur within 90 days
Adjustment of Status
Estimated time: 12 to 18 months
Total estimated timeline:
10 to 15 months for the K-1 visa, plus additional time for the green card after marriage.
Common Immigration Challenges for Brooklyn Families
Even strong applications may encounter challenges such as:
Requests for Evidence
Prior visa overstays or denials
Incomplete or inconsistent documentation
Questions regarding the legitimacy of the relationship
Processing delays at USCIS or consulates
Having an experienced Brooklyn immigration attorney can significantly reduce risks and delays.
How Relocate Legal Helps Brooklyn Families Succeed
Our role extends beyond form preparation. We:
Identify potential issues early
Prepare detailed and persuasive filings
Respond to Requests for Evidence
Prepare clients for interviews
Advocate for families throughout the process
Serving Brooklyn and Families Worldwide
While our focus is on Brooklyn families, immigration law is federal. Relocate Legal represents clients across New York State, throughout the United States, and around the world.
Meet the Relocate Legal Team
Our attorneys are dedicated to helping families stay together. When you work with Relocate Legal, you receive personalized guidance from professionals who understand the importance of your case.
Family Immigration Cases We Handle in Brooklyn
Our Proven Process
Eligibility evaluation
Strategy and timeline planning
Petition preparation and filing
Case monitoring and updates
Interview preparation
Approval and next steps
Special Situations We Assist With
What Brooklyn Clients Say
Families trust Relocate Legal because we combine legal knowledge with compassion, transparency, and consistent communication.
“Julian Mignott really was great and went out of his way for us to help us with understanding the process and calmy explaining the steps we needed to go through. He even took time to give us a 2nd meeting to help us a little more with the immigration process, and his knowledge and help was invaluable. He was also bi-lingual which helped immensely and is rare to find. He was very patient and cared about our situation. He listened and provided us with answers and solutions that were very effective and saved us money and time. He really is a top notch attorney and worth every penny.”
— DK
“We really appreciate what Julian has done for us during our immigration journey and navigating the process. His availability has been key to getting our questions answered promptly but also ensuring we have done everything right the first time.”
— CW
“My husband and I are very grateful for the work Julián Mignott did. He is an excellent professional who kindly provided us with all the information we needed, ensuring that all our needs were met. I would definitely recommend this company. Thank you again for your work and commitment.”
— AC
Speak With a Brooklyn Immigration Attorney Today
Your family’s future matters. Let us help you take the next step.
Serving Brooklyn and families worldwide.
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