I highly recommend Marvin’s Law Office for their exceptional service and professionalism. The entire process was smooth and efficient. Their effort and dedication ensured the best possible outcome, and I truly appreciate their support. If you need legal assistance, Marvin’s Law Office is the one to trust!
Mr. Marvin, thank you for taking the time to speak with me yesterday. I was very anxious about an RFE I received for my husband and a common law marriage. Immigration wanted an explanation that he was no longer bound to his ex/past. Mr. Marvin is very knowledgeable about the immigration process and explained to me in details how to provide what they are needing.
Mr. Marvin is truly a blessing in his line of work. He was so extremely helpful on giving my wife and I advice on our situation regarding immigration. He gave us the answers we wanted to hear, and the ones you don’t always want to hear but need to hear. He was even willing to give us his expert opinion on how to navigate other issues happening at the same time.
I found Marvin Law from doing an internet search. I chose you to represent me because every aspect of my case was well explained to me. Your high success rate, clearly shows that you care about your clients. The fact that your credentials are unmatched, I felt that I was in good hands right from the beginning.
Grand Rapids Immigration Attorney
Helping Immigrant Families in Grand Rapids
Immigration law is one of the most complex and emotionally charged areas of law in the United States. Whether you are applying for a green card, petitioning for a family member, or facing a delay in your case, navigating the process can be overwhelming. At Marvin Law Office, PC, we understand the challenges faced by immigrant families because we live and work in the same community you do.
With deep roots in West Michigan, we are dedicated to providing clear and straightforward legal information that helps you understand your rights and options. We know that accessible, supportive, and consistent legal help can make all the difference, especially when you’re dealing with uncertainty. Our goal is to provide compassionate guidance that empowers you to move forward confidently.
Contact Marvin Law Office, PC at 616-877-9812 to get started.
Understanding Your Immigration Options
The U.S. immigration system offers several potential paths to lawful status, but determining which one best fits your circumstances can be challenging. Some of the most common pathways include family-based petitions, fiancé visas, marriage-based green cards, and adjustment of status. Each path has specific eligibility requirements, timelines, and documentation standards that must be met. Mistakes or delays at any step can affect your ability to remain in or enter the U.S.
Understanding your immigration options requires careful attention to eligibility, proper filing of forms, and strategic planning around application timelines. Acting early and gathering the right documentation can prevent setbacks down the road. That’s why having a firm that focuses on clear communication and proactive preparation is so important.
Our Grand Rapids immigration attorney provides honest, clear legal information designed to help you evaluate your options. We help you understand the process and prepare for each step along the way. Whether you are beginning your immigration journey or responding to a challenge, we’re here to walk with you.
For legal insight into your options, call Marvin Law Office, PC at 616-877-9812.
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Working with Immigrant Families in Grand Rapids
Families are the foundation of most immigration petitions, and we focus on helping families stay together or reunite. Whether you’re helping a spouse apply for a green card or seeking to adjust status after years in the U.S., your immigration goals often come down to one thing: staying with the people you love. That’s why we prioritize family-based petitions and provide legal information tailored to the needs of parents, children, and spouses.
We have extensive experience assisting families with:
- Petitions for relatives: We assist U.S. citizens and permanent residents with Form I-130 petitions for qualifying relatives abroad or already in the U.S.
- Adjustment of status: For those eligible to apply from within the U.S., we assist with the preparation and filing for your permanent residency.
- Waivers of Inadmissibility: If a family member is found to be inadmissible, we can help by preparing waiver applications based on hardship to your US citizen or legal permanent resident sponsor.
- Mixed-status household support: We understand the nuances of households where some members have legal status and others do not and we help clients file for appropriate relief or immigration benefits.
- Regional USCIS familiarity: With experience working with local USCIS field offices and application support centers, we can help you navigate regional procedures with confidence.
Start your family’s immigration journey by calling Marvin Law Office, PC at 616-877-9812.
Meet Our Team
Attorney Lee L. Marvin specializes in family immigration law. His vast experience in immigration includes family immigration petitions, fiancé(e) green cards, fiance visas, and affirmative asylum requests. This brings Lee regularly before local state courts, federal immigration courts, and the immigration appellate court. Additionally, Lee regularly interfaces with the Chicago Asylum Office, various US Citizenship and Immigration Services field offices, and various correctional facilities within the US Department of Justice.
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Helping Couples Navigate Marriage-Based Immigration
Marriage-based immigration remains one of the most common and significant pathways for immigration. Whether you are petitioning for a spouse or applying for a fiancé visa, every detail matters. For example, couples must go above and beyond to prove their relationship is bona-fide and that they meet all procedural requirements. For many, this includes navigating the conditional residency process as well as preparing and attending interviews, and eventually completing the removal of conditions process.
The marriage-based immigration process can be very different depending on whether your spouse is inside or outside the U.S. For those within the country, adjustment of status might be available, while for spouses living abroad, the consular process applies. In both cases, understanding the timeline, filing the correct forms, and compiling strong documentation is critical to success. Delays and even denials can often be avoided through careful preparation and accurate filings.
Our Grand Rapids immigration attorney assist couples with:
- Fiancé visas: For engaged couples planning to marry in the U.S., we guide you through the K-1 visa process from petition to arrival.
- Spousal visas: Whether you’re applying as a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, we can assist with both CR-1 and IR-1 visa petitions.
- Conditional Residence: We provide support for newly married couples navigating the two-year conditional green card period and the removal of conditions process.
- Consular processing vs. Adjustment of Status: We help you determine whether consular processing or adjustment of status is the best option based on your situation, and then we will immediately start the petition process.
- Long-term planning: Our services are designed to help you maintain compliance with the ever-changing immigration system and avoid issues in the years to come.
Call Marvin Law Office, PC at 616-877-9812 for support with marriage-based petitions.
Why Choose Us?
We take the time to listen to your story, understand your goals, and explain each step in the process so you feel confident and informed. Communication is a key part of our service model, and we work to ensure you never feel like “just a case number.”
We’re proud to serve West Michigan, and we understand the unique challenges immigrant families face in our local community. Our familiarity with regional trends, service networks, and local procedures enables us to provide guidance that’s both relevant and practical.
Our office is committed to promptly returning your calls or emails, addressing your questions, and advancing your case. You shouldn’t have to wonder about the status of your petition. Our goal is to keep you informed and supported throughout the entire process.
We translate complex legal processes into clear, understandable language, enabling you to take informed action with confidence and clarity. Whether it’s explaining a form or preparing for an interview, we break things down so you feel empowered.
We are committed to helping individuals and families build lasting futures together. Your loved ones matter, and we take our role seriously in helping you pursue stability, safety, and the opportunity to thrive as a family.
Immigration issues often impact every aspect of life, from school enrollment and healthcare to long-term career plans. We conduct a comprehensive review of your case to help prepare for what’s ahead with understanding and confidence.
Facing Immigration Obstacles or Delays?
Immigration cases do not always go as planned. You may face complications due to missing documents, prior denials, criminal history, or missteps in previous filings. These obstacles are discouraging, but they do not always mean the end of the road. Many challenges can be addressed through waivers, responses to Requests for Evidence (RFEs), or reconsideration based on updated documentation.
Here are some of the common challenges immigrants face:
- Inadmissibility: Certain grounds, such as prior immigration violations or a criminal history, may lead to inadmissibility; however, a waiver may be available in some cases.
- Requests for Evidence (RFEs): If USCIS requires additional information, we can assist in preparing a thorough and timely response that strengthens your case.
- Missing documentation: If important records are unavailable or difficult to obtain, we assist with alternative evidence and affidavits where allowed.
- Prior denials: Even if your petition has been denied before, it may be possible to reapply with corrected information or file an appeal where appropriate.
- Processing delays: Backlogs and slow processing can cause your case to stall out, but having an experienced immigration attorney representing you can help keep your process on track.
Call Marvin Law Office, PC at 616-877-9812 to explore your next steps.
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Supporting Military and Community Members
Special types of immigration relief could be available for those supporting their loved ones who serve in the armed forces. Our office is proud to support military families and local community members navigating immigration processes that intersect with service, sacrifice, and urgent need.
One of the most valuable tools for military families is the Military Parole in Place (PIP) program, which offers protection to certain undocumented family members of active-duty military personnel, veterans, or reservists. This discretionary program recognizes the unique circumstances service members and their families face and can be a critical step in obtaining legal status in the United States, or it may provide a path forward that avoids removal from the US and supports future green card requests.
Speak with a Grand Rapids immigration attorney at Marvin Law Office, PC today at 616-877-9812.