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and Family Law
Immigration Legal Fees & Services
At the Law Offices of Norka M. Schell LLC, we believe in transparency and providing our clients with a clear understanding of the investment required for their immigration journey. Led by Norka M. Schell, an attorney with over three decades of experience and dual licensure in New York and Brazil, our firm provides sophisticated legal strategies for complex immigration matters.
Below is a guide to our standard legal fees. Please note that these fees cover our professional legal services and do not include government filing fees, translation costs, or medical examination fees.
Family-Based Immigration
Assisting families in staying together through petitions and adjustment of status.
| Service Type | Estimated Legal Fee |
| Family/Marriage Residency (Entire Process) | $7,500.00+ |
| I-130 Petition for Relative (Stand-alone) | $3,500.00 |
| I-485 Adjustment of Status (Family-based) | $5,000.00 |
| K-1 Fiancé(e) Visa Process | $4,500.00 |
| I-751 Removal of Conditions (Joint Petition) | $3,750.00 |
| I-751 Removal of Conditions (Waiver/Self-Petition) | $7,500.00 |
| Consular Processing (NVC Stage) | $5,000.00 |
Employment-Based Immigrant Visas
Strategic solutions for professionals, investors, and specialized workers.
| Service Type | Estimated Legal Fee |
| PERM Labor Certification | $6,000.00+ |
| I-140 Immigrant Petition | $3,500.00 |
| EB-1 Extraordinary Ability / Multinational Exec | $9,000.00 |
| EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) | $9,000.00 |
| I-485 Adjustment of Status (Employment-based) | $5,000.00 |
Nonimmigrant Visas (Temporary)
Work and travel authorization for professionals and visitors.
| Service Type | Estimated Legal Fee |
| H-1B Specialty Occupation | $4,500.00 |
| L-1 Intracompany Transferee | $8,500.00 |
| O-1 Extraordinary Ability | $8,500.00 |
| E-2 Treaty Investor | $10,000.00+ |
| TN Visa (NAFTA/USMCA) | $4,500.00 |
| B-1/B-2 Visitor Visa Extension (I-539) | $2,500.00 |
Removal Defense & Litigation
Zealous representation for those facing deportation or challenging denials.
| Service Type | Estimated Legal Fee |
| Deportation/Removal Defense (Full Representation) | $12,000.00+ |
| Cancellation of Removal (10-Year Law) | $10,000.00 |
| Motion to Reopen (Immigration Court) | $7,500.00 – $15,000.00 |
| Appeal to the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) | $15,000.00+ |
| Writ of Mandamus (Federal Court Lawsuit) | $15,000.00 |
Waivers, Humanitarian & Other Services
| Service Type | Estimated Legal Fee |
| I-601/I-601A Inadmissibility Waiver | $7,500.00 – $12,000.00 |
| U-Visa (Victims of Crime) | $6,500.00 |
| VAWA Petition (Abused Spouses/Children) | $7,500.00 |
| Asylum Application (Form I-589) | $8,500.00 |
| Naturalization/Citizenship Application | $3,500.00 |
| FOIA Request & Evaluation | $2,500.00 |
Naturalization & Citizenship
Achieve the final step of your immigration journey with expert guidance.
| Service Type | Estimated Legal Fee |
| N-400 Naturalization Application (Standard) | $3,500.00 |
| N-400 with Criminal or Residency Issues (Complex) | $5,500.00+ |
| N-336 Appeal of Naturalization Denial | $9,000.00 |
| N-600 Certificate of Citizenship | $3,000.00 |
Waivers of Inadmissibility
Specialized representation for overcoming legal bars to residency.
| Service Type | Estimated Legal Fee |
| I-601A Provisional Stateside Waiver | $7,500.00 – $10,500.00 |
| I-601 Inadmissibility Waiver (Standard) | $7,500.00 |
| I-601 Inadmissibility Waiver (Complex/Removal) | $12,000.00 |
| I-212 Application for Permission to Reapply | $5,000.00 |
| J-1 Visa Waiver (Foreign Residency Requirement) | $14,000.00 |
Travel Documents & Employment Authorization
Securing your right to work and travel during your pending case.
| Service Type | Estimated Legal Fee |
| I-131 Advance Parole / Travel Permit | $1,500.00 |
| I-131 Refugee Travel Document | $2,000.00 |
| I-765 EAD (Initial Application based on Asylum) | $1,500.00 |
| I-765 EAD (Renewal/Other Categories) | $1,000.00 |
| I-131 Re-entry Permit (for Green Card holders) | $2,500.00 |
Why Partner with the Law Offices of Norka M. Schell LLC?
- Decades of Proven Success: Over 30 years of experience navigating the complexities of U.S. and Brazilian law.
- Multilingual Representation: Full legal services provided in English, Portuguese, and Spanish.
- Customized Strategy: Every case is handled personally by Dra. Norka M. Schell to ensure the highest standards of precision.
Legal Disclaimer
The fees listed above are for informational purposes and represent the “starting base fee” for standard, non-complex cases. Because every immigration matter is unique, final fees will be determined following a formal consultation and outlined in a written Retainer Agreement. Please Note: These fees do not include government filing fees (USCIS/NVC), biometrics fees, or external costs such as translations and medical exams. Prices are subject to change. Accessing this website or contacting our firm does not create an attorney-client relationship.
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