Heather L. Poole, PC -CONSULTATION

(Toll Free) 1.877.HUMAN.RTS (486-2678)
Experts in Family-Based Immigration & Citizenship

Arrange for a Consultation

We provide the options of an in-person or telephone consultation to address the complexities of your particular case and immigration history and the potential options available to you.

Consultation Cost: Due to high demand for Heather's help and the time constraints this puts on her availability, as of 8/1/10, the initial consultation with Heather is $100 for a 30 minute phone consultation.

$100 for 30 minute consultation with Attorney Heather

If Heather agrees to represent you, the $100 will be credited towards any legal fees that are due when you start the case (i.e., if your case costs $2000, it will only cost $1900) and you will still be able to take advantage of our discount plan (additional 10% discount) or payment plan options. See below for more about these plans.

There is no consultation fee for:

U visa cases (victims of violent crime);
Removal cases (currently in deportation proceedings);
Existing clients;
Parents, spouses or children of existing clients.

Consultations are usually set up within 48 hours of receiving payment. Evening and lunch time consultation slots fill up quickly and are based on availability. Saturday phone consultations are also available for $200, depending on Heather's availability.

HOW TO SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION:

Options: Fill out our brief consultation form and email your request to us;

You can call us at 626.432.4550 or 1-877-486-2678 (HUMAN RTS) between 9:15 a.m. - 4:30 pm P.M. (PST) to set up a date and time for the consultation.

You can fax us your consultation payment form.

COMMON QUESTIONS

How to prepare for the consultation? If we ask you to provide documentation before the consultation via email or fax so Heather can review it, you need to do so. Do not arrange a consultation if you are trying to file the case on your own, without an attorney. Heather will not tell you how to file your case, what documents or forms to use, or otherwise instruct you on doing it yourself. This would be aiding you in the unlawful practice of law, which is unethical for an Attorney and illegal.

I live outside of California. Can Heather Still Represent Me?

Yes. Immigration law is based on federal law, not state law. As a result, we can and do represent clients in immigration matters across the U.S. Heather often flies to CIS green card interviews out of state and represents clients in immigration court proceedings outside of California.

Is my consultation fee refundable?

No. By booking a consultation with Heather, you are reserving Heather's availability to speak with you in advance. Since most consultations are booked within 48 hours, we have already taken time to accomodate your immediate need. However, you may reschedule your consultation one time without additional fee.

How much will my total immigration case cost, if decide to hire Attorney Heather?

See our fees page for a list of typical case fees.

Why Should I Hire a Competent Immigration Lawyer?

An attorney can recommend the best ways for you to obtain legal status and utilize the system to your advantage because she has the experience to do so;

An attorney can complete and submit your applications properly so you don't waste money on having to re-file forms for filing the wrong ones, or delay receiving vital authorization to work or worse, fall out of lawful immigration status because you filed the wrong forms or not by the right time;
An attorney can help you stay current on the new laws that affect you, will act as your guide and interpreter through the ever-changing and complicated field of immigration law and the legal language. Generalized information is not a substitute for a detailed, fully informed analysis of your situation;
An attorney is authorized to speak for you in discussions with the CIS (INS) or represent you in court.

When meeting with an attorney from our office, we could alert you to potential unlawful presence or other problems you could encounter in trying to get your green card or trying to re-enter the U.S. if you should leave, information you may not understand or even know of on your own.

WATCH OUT FOR NOTARIES, DOCUMENT PREPARERS, AND CONSULTANTS!

Beware of unlicensed operators who promise immigration benefits or assistance for less than what an attorney would charge you. These individuals commonly refer to themselves as "immigration consultants" and advertise in local ethnic newspapers and yellow pages. They are not accountable to anyone, have no ethical standards they must comply with, are not licensed, and worst of all, they are known for taking people's money and doing nothing. Some may even lie to the government in your name for a quick, simple solution that in the end may result in your deportation or permanent exclusion from the U.S.

Also, watch out for notaries ("notarios"), service bureaus, travel agents, or others who promise quick, easy solutions to immigration problems. Beware of lawyers from other countries who are not licensed to practice in the U.S. and do not know U.S. laws, people who say they "know someone" who has an "inside track" or anyone who wants money to influence or bribe a CIS (INS) official.