Should I Bring an Attorney With Me to a USCIS Interview?

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In-person interviews with the USCIS are usually a required part of the immigration review process for employment and family I-485 adjustment of status and N-400 naturalization applications. Many people think interviews are daunting, and if your future in the U.S. hinges on this interview, there’s certainly good reason to be nervous! So, should you bring an attorney with you to your in-person USCIS interview? And what are the benefits of doing so? Here at Voloshen Law Firm, we recommend that you bring an attorney with you to all in-person interviews, especially your USCIS interview. In addition to helping you get over your nerves, there are many other practical reasons why you should bring an attorney with you to your USCIS interview. We\’ve listed them in this article.

 

Attorneys Can Provide Clarification

Whether or not English is your first language, the complexities of going through the immigration process can be very difficult to understand. Your attorney can provide clarification for complex points and terms that you may not understand. This can allow you to respond as accurately as possible and, therefore, lower the chance of incurring problems further down the line. Not understanding key terms could lead to mistakes in your application process, so it’s certainly a good idea to get things right the first time round!

 

 

They Can Provide Legal Arguments

Although the U.S. immigration process is heavily regulated, immigration officials might accidentally breach regulations without you knowing. This would, of course, give you a disadvantage. With a qualified and experienced attorney by your side, you\’ll be able to spot these infringements as they happen, so you\’ll have the best chance of success.

 

They Can Take Action and Find Solutions

Attorneys don\’t only possess knowledge; they also have the authority and power to act on your behalf. This means they can intervene should there be illegal action or should an option to help your case present itself when your case is going negatively. This is the most important reason as to why you should bring an attorney with you when you go for your USCIS interview with immigration officials.

 

They Can Act as Emotional Support

Attorneys are much more than experts of the law—they\’re also there for emotional support. Going through the rigorous immigration process can really take an emotional toll, so attorneys are used to needing to offer support from their clients. Make sure you consider this when deciding whether you want to bring an attorney with you to your USCIS interview.

 

 

As you can see from this article, bringing an attorney with you to your USCIS interview is a must! They can provide so much more than legal support, including offering clarification of terms and points and emotional support—all of which should never be understated. If you have an upcoming USCIS interview, make sure you contact us here at Voloshen Law Firm. Our dedicated attorneys have experienced numerous in-person USCIS interviews, so they can advise you on what to expect and offer you the support you need for the best chances of success! Give us a call or contact us through our website today!

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