Immigration Law
Attorney Michael D. Umberger handles the immigration cases at Umberger Wells, P.A. He has substantial experience helping families navigate the field of Immigration Law while avoiding its many pitfalls. Although the form-based nature of filing immigration applications and petitions may look simple, in reality, seemingly minor mistakes and misunderstandings as to how immigration law works can have major consequences. Whether you want to become a citizen, a green card holder, (also known as a lawful permanent resident) or help one of your family members lawfully immigrate or travel to the United States, Michael has the knowledge and experience to ensure that the process goes smoothly and with minimal delay. Specifically, Michael is equipped to help with the following:
- Acquiring Citizenship (a process known as Naturalization)
- Acquiring a Certificate of Naturalization (i.e. proof that a person is, by operation of law, already a citizen)
- Adjusting Status (i.e. changing from one immigration status to another – usually from that of a Visa holder to a Lawful Permanent Resident)
- Consular Processing (acquiring a U.S. Green Card while outside of the U.S.)
- Obtaining an Immigration Visa including Student visas, Athlete visas, and Business visas
- Green Card Renewal
- Removal of Conditions on a Green Card
- Appealing USCIS Denials of Immigration Benefits
- Respond to USCIS Requests for Evidence (REFs)
- Petitioning for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status
- Freedom of Information Act Requests
- Affirmative Filing for Asylum
If you would like assistance in relation to an Immigration matter, please contact our office to arrange a consultation with Michael Umberger at 704-375-1800.