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Immigration Services

Efficient Immigration Solutions for Families & Businesses — Serving All of Georgia

Immigration Law Services Across Georgia

At Synergy Law and Mediation, LLC, we provide expert immigration legal services for individuals, families, and businesses throughout Georgia. Whether you’re navigating family-based immigration, seeking work visas for employees, or planning to expand your business, we offer comprehensive legal support to help you achieve your immigration goals with ease and confidence.

With years of experience in immigration law, we specialize in providing tailored solutions that meet your specific needs. Our team is committed to making the immigration process as smooth, transparent, and stress-free as possible. Whether you’re pursuing a green card,  working towards U.S. citizenship, we are here to guide you every step of the way.

What is Immigration Law?

Immigration law governs the process of moving to and living in the U.S. It encompasses the rules, procedures, and legal mechanisms for obtaining visas, green cards, citizenship. Our experienced attorneys provide expert guidance to ensure you understand each step of the immigration process.

Immigration law is crucial for both individuals seeking a better future and businesses looking to recruit global talent. Whether you’re an individual or a business, we work closely with you to navigate the complex and ever-changing regulations, ensuring you achieve your immigration goals in a timely and efficient manner.

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Why Choose Us?

harnessing the power of synergy

  • Experience: Decades of combined legal experience in U.S. immigration law.
  • Expert Guidance: Knowledgeable attorneys who specialize in both family and business immigration.
  • Personalized Support: We provide tailored strategies to meet your unique needs, ensuring your path to immigration is clear and efficient.

Types of Cases We Handle

At Synergy Law and Mediation, LLC, we offer comprehensive legal services for a wide range of immigration-related cases across Georgia, including:

TEMPORARY NON-IMMIGRANT WORK VISAS

This immigration benefit is designed for individuals who intend to work in the United States on a temporary basis. Various types of work visas are available, each tailored to the specific nature of the job, the length of stay, and the level of education or training required. Some of the key types of work visas include:

• H1-B Visa for Professionals - Specialized Occupations
The H-1B visa allows U.S. employers to hire foreign professionals in specialized fields for up to 6 years. It has an annual cap of 65,000 visas, and employers must register during a set period—usually in March each year—due to high demand.

• L - 1A Visa Transfer of Executives or Managers
The L-1A visa allows multinational companies to transfer executives or managers to a U.S. branch, subsidiary, or affiliate for up to 7 years. The employee must have held a qualifying role for at least one year within the last three years at a related foreign company.

• E - 2 Visa for Investors
The E-2 visa is for nationals of treaty countries who are investing a substantial amount in a U.S. business. Its validity ranges from 3 to 60 months, depending on the terms of the treaty between the investor’s country and the U.S.

• O - 1 Visa for Individuals with Extraordinary Abilities
The O-1 visa is for individuals with extraordinary ability in science, education, business, or sports. Applicants must show national or international recognition through awards, publications, leadership roles, or high salaries in their field. It is initially granted for 3 years and can be extended in 1-year increments with proof of ongoing work.

PERMANENT RESIDENCE (GREEN CARD)

There are two primary pathways to obtain Permanent Resident status in the United States, commonly known as a "Green Card." The first route is through a family petition, where an American citizen can petition for a spouse, parent, child, or sibling, or a Permanent Resident can petition for a spouse or unmarried child (either under or over 21 years old). The second route is through a labor petition, typically filed by a U.S. employer or sponsor, depending on the category: priority workers, professionals with advanced degrees, professionals, and skilled workers in specific non-professional trades.

• Family Petitions
Permanent residence through family petitions allows foreign nationals to obtain a Green Card with the help of a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, based on their family relationship. U.S. citizens can sponsor spouses, children (biological, adopted, or stepchildren), parents, and siblings. Permanent residents can sponsor spouses and unmarried children under or over 21 years old. U.S. citizens can file an immigrant petition with the Adjustment of Status application for immediate family members, while other categories, such as married children and siblings, must wait for visa availability based on the Visa Bulletin.

• Employment-based Petitions
Employment-based petitions allow foreign nationals to obtain U.S. Permanent Resident status (Green Card) through a job offer. These include several categories such as EB-1 for individuals with extraordinary abilities, multinational managers, and outstanding professors or researchers; EB-2 for those with advanced degrees, exceptional abilities, or National Interest Waivers; and EB-3 for skilled workers, professionals, and unskilled workers, all of which require Labor Certification (PERM) from the Department of Labor. If the applicant has violated immigration laws, they may need a waiver before pursuing permanent residency.

• Waivers of Inadmissibility
Some individuals may be ineligible for U.S. Permanent Residence due to criminal charges or violations of immigration laws, such as unlawful entry, overstays, or deportation. In such cases, they may need to apply for a waiver. The I-601A Provisional Waiver allows individuals with unlawful presence to apply for a waiver before their visa interview, reducing family separation time. The I-601 Waiver is for those with issues like immigration fraud or criminal charges, requiring proof of extreme hardship to a U.S. citizen or permanent resident family member. The I-212 Waiver is for individuals deported from the U.S. who wish to return early, requiring evidence that family reunification and humanitarian factors outweigh the negative aspects.

VAWA (CASES OF ABUSE)

A person does not have to endure physical or psychological abuse due to fear of deportation or arrest. Instead, they should seek professional help immediately. The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) allows the spouse or child under 21 of a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident, or the parent of a U.S. citizen, who has experienced abuse or extreme cruelty, to file a petition for permanent residence. Additionally, individuals who have been victims of physical or psychological abuse, sexual abuse, human trafficking, or other qualifying crimes may be eligible for protection under a U or T visa, which can also lead to obtaining permanent residence.

• VAWA Cases of Abuse
The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) allows the spouse, child under 21, or parent of a U.S. citizen who has experienced abuse or extreme cruelty to file a self-petition for permanent residence in the U.S. Victims of abuse by a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident spouse can file the petition within two years of the marriage’s end, if the abuse is linked to the marriage's dissolution.

• U Visas
U status provides protection for victims of specific crimes who have endured physical or mental abuse and have assisted law enforcement or government officials in investigating or prosecuting criminal activities in the United States. Approved U status recipients may receive employment authorization, access to certain federal and state benefits, and the opportunity to adjust their status to become legal permanent residents.

• T Visas
T status is a temporary immigration benefit available to certain victims of human trafficking, allowing them to stay in the United States for up to 4 years. To qualify, individuals must have cooperated with law enforcement in the investigation or prosecution of human trafficking. Eligible family members of trafficking victims may also qualify for T nonimmigrant status. Those granted T status can receive employment authorization, access to specific federal and state benefits, and may be eligible to adjust their status to obtain permanent residence (a green card).

NATURALIZATION

Becoming a citizen of the United States provides numerous rights and privileges, but it also comes with significant responsibilities. The decision to pursue American citizenship through naturalization is a critical one. To begin the naturalization process, an individual must first hold legal permanent resident status. By obtaining American citizenship, a foreign national gains unique rights, such as the ability to vote, which are not available to permanent residents or others. To qualify for American citizenship through naturalization, a legal permanent resident must satisfy the following criteria:

• Requirements:
To qualify for naturalization, applicants must meet specific criteria, including being at least 18 years old, holding Legal Permanent Resident status for the required duration, maintaining continuous residence and physical presence in the U.S., demonstrating good moral character, and possessing basic knowledge of English and U.S. history, with exemptions available in certain cases.

• Click here to access study materials for the naturalization test

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions


A temporary work visa allows you to live and work in the U.S. for a limited time and is tied to specific employment. A green card (permanent residence) gives you the right to live and work in the U.S. indefinitely.


Processing times vary depending on the specific employment category, country of origin, and USCIS workload, but it can take several months to a few years.


VAWA allows certain abused spouses, children, or parents of U.S. citizens or green card holders to apply for lawful status without the abuser’s knowledge or consent.


Yes, if you’ve been a green card holder for at least 5 years (or 3 years if married to a U.S. citizen), meet residency and physical presence requirements, and have good moral character, you may be eligible.


You must stop working immediately, and depending on the visa, you may have a grace period to leave the U.S. or apply for a change of status.


Yes, eligible individuals can self-petition without the abuser’s involvement, ensuring safety and privacy during the immigration process.


You must be at least 18 years old, a permanent resident for 3–5 years, have continuous residence and physical presence in the U.S., be able to read, write, and speak English, and pass a civics test.