Professional legal services tailored to your needs
International Law Group (ILG) provides comprehensive immigration legal representation for individuals, families, and businesses. Below is an overview of the immigration services we offer, each handled with careful legal strategy and personalized attention.
TPS issues for Venezuelans
Comprehensive TPS Guidance, Humanitarian Protection and Legal Support
Temporary Protected Status is a humanitarian benefit that can protect eligible individuals from deportation and authorize employment in the United States when conditions in their home country are unsafe for return. Venezuela was designated for TPS due to ongoing political, economic, and humanitarian crises. In 2025, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security officially terminated the 2021 TPS designation for Venezuela, effective November 7, 2025, meaning that Venezuelan nationals who had TPS under that designation will no longer have protection from removal or lawful presence after that date unless they qualify for another form of relief. Additionally, earlier TPS protections tied to the 2023 redesignation have already ended for many beneficiaries and cannot be re-initiated now. As a result of these policy changes, thousands of Venezuelan nationals are at increased risk of deportation and loss of lawful status and work authorization in the United States. Individuals whose TPS has ended may revert to the immigration status they held before TPS or may have no lawful status at all, which can trigger removal proceedings unless another form of protection is secured.
Applying for TPS or understanding the consequences of its termination requires careful attention to eligibility criteria, filing requirements, and potential interactions with other forms of immigration relief, including asylum, family-based petitions, or other humanitarian protections. ILG attorneys work closely with clients to assess individual circumstances and develop strategic legal approaches.
What Happens When TPS Ends or Is Lost?
When TPS is terminated by the government or individually withdrawn, the protections it provides also end. This may result in:
• Loss of protection from deportation
• Expiration of employment authorization
• Exposure to removal proceedings
• Increased risk of detention by ICE
• Requirement to rely on another lawful immigration status—or face removal
For many Venezuelan nationals, the loss of TPS places them at immediate risk of Immigration Court proceedings, especially if no alternative legal status has been secured.
Experienced Legal Representation
ILG’s attorneys have extensive experience handling complex TPS matters, including terminations, eligibility questions, and transitions to alternative immigration pathways. We provide clear, strategic, and reliable legal guidance throughout the TPS process and beyond.
If you are a Venezuelan national whose TPS has ended or is at risk of ending, and you are seeking to understand your options for continued protection in the United States, ILG is prepared to assist with experienced legal representation.
USCIS TPS Filing, Transition, and Compliance Support
ILG provides comprehensive legal support regarding TPS eligibility, termination consequences, and related immigration options, including asylum and family-based petitions, to help clients navigate changing policies with experienced guidance.
Affirmative Asylum Representation
Comprehensive Asylum Preparation
Protection for Individuals and Families
ILG assists clients with every aspect of the affirmative asylum process, including:
- Case evaluation and eligibility analysis- Preparation and filing of the asylum application
- Development of supporting evidence and country-condition documentation
- Preparation of affidavits and legal arguments
- Thorough interview preparation of both clients and any applicable witnesses
We understand the importance of presenting a clear, consistent, and credible asylum claim from the outset.
Affirmative asylum may provide protection not only for the principal applicant, but also for eligible family members. Our attorneys advise clients on derivative asylum benefits and assist in securing protection for spouses and children when applicable.
Seeking asylum in the United States is a serious and complex legal process that requires careful preparation, credible evidence, and experienced legal representation. At ILG, we provide comprehensive affirmative asylum representation to individuals seeking protection in the United States.
Affirmative asylum applications are filed with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and require a detailed legal and factual presentation of the applicant’s fear of persecution. Our attorneys work closely with clients to develop strong, well-documented cases tailored to their individual circumstances.
Affirmative asylum applications are filed with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and require a detailed legal and factual presentation of the applicant’s fear of persecution. Our attorneys work closely with clients to develop strong, well-documented cases tailored to their individual circumstances.
Experienced Legal Representation
ILG’s attorneys have extensive experience representing asylum seekers from around the world. We are committed to providing thoughtful, strategic, and compassionate legal representation throughout the asylum process, from initial filing through final decision.
If you are seeking protection in the United States and believe you may qualify for asylum, ILG is prepared to help you navigate the process with experienced legal representation.
USCIS Asylum Interview Representation
An in-person interview with a USCIS asylum officer is a critical stage of the process. ILG provides in-person attorney representation at the USCIS asylum interview, ensuring that clients are properly prepared and supported throughout the interview process.
Trust ILG for your deportation cases
Detention & bond
Deportation Defense
Deportation Defense is the most critical form of legal representation a foreign national may ever require. Our Attorneys have been fighting for Immigrants’ Rights before the Immigration Courts nationwide and all branches of DHS (Department of Homeland Security), CPB (Customs & Border Patrol) and ICE (Immigration & Customs Enforcement) for thousands of clients over the last 25 years.
Bond Proceedings and Bond Hearings are governed under a separate process and procedure than the underlying Removal Proceeding (Deportation Case). Bond is a critical stage in the formulation of the legal strategy and case defense which is vital to the client’s overall defense effort.
Freedom from incarceration is critical in to one’s efforts to freely communicate with their Defense Attorney in preparation of evidence, witnesses and clients for Trial. Our Federal Litigation Attorneys shall exert all professional skill in seeking to improve the speed, release dates and reductions in bond amounts.
We regularly appear in not only Bond Hearings, but in Bond Redetermination Hearings, where those who feel they have unjustly high bonds may plead their case to the Court.
We seek to ensure your freedom and liberty.
Our attorneys are dedicated to helping protect you during your deportation case. We know how important it is to remain in the United States both for your family and your livelihood. We work hard to make sure that happens.
Probate administration
Our Attorneys are standing by to fully represent you throughout all phases of Removal Defense from initial Detention or Arrest through all Court Appearances. Our Federal Litigation Attorneys have handled thousands of cases before the US Immigration Court system, and have immense trial experience within the field of Removal/Deportation Defense.
We represent clients in proceedings at all points of entry into the United States, including via any Border Crossing/Land, Sea or Airport. We assist clients with all aspects of Removal/Deportation, from immigration violations to those under Removal Proceedings as a result of criminal convictions.
We also provide complete legal representation for those under “Deferred Inspection” proceedings.
Our Litigation Team is fully authorized to represent you nationwide, and is available to represent you before various law enforcement agencies such as:
• DHS (Department of Homeland Security)
• ICE (Immigration & Customs Enforcement)
• CPB (Customs & Border Patrol)
Board of Immigration Appeals
The Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), located in Falls Church, Virginia is the highest Administrative Tribunal for Immigration and Nationality Law matters in the United States.
The BIA is responsible for applying the Immigration Laws throughout the United States in a uniform manner. The BIA has nationwide appellate jurisdiction to review all Orders issued by Immigration Judges and Immigration Courts throughout all 50 States.
Our Attorneys have practiced law before the BIA on a continuous basis for the last 30 years. We are extremely well-versed in Appellate Practice and are authorized to represent clients nationwide before the BIA.
We stand ready to represent you in all stages of the Appeals Process.
Employment-Based Immigration
Immigrant Employment Visas
• O-1 Visas are also available to those who can demonstrate extraordinary achievement within the Motion Picture and Television industries.
• Evidence must be submitted to fully document the level of sustained national or international acclaim to be deemed eligible for O-1 status.
• Evidence of international awards, sustained recognition, membership in expert panels, serving as a Judge of other experts, authorship of scholarly articles in the field, etc. are required.
P-1 Artists/Athletes/Entertainers
• The P-1 Visa is utilized to bring artists, athletes and entertainers into the US along with their essential support personnel.
• The P-1 Visa for the Individual Athlete is authorized, with a 5 year validity period. The P-1 Visa for Sports Teams is authorized for a 6 month validity period.
• P-1 Visas are only issued for a “specific event” in the Arts/Entertainment industry. Individual visa applicants in the entertainment industry are not eligible for P-1 Visa status,
TN Trade Fmr NAFTA Visas (for Canadian & Mexican Nationals)
• NAFTA is the “North American Free Trade Agreement.” which was replaced by the US MCA in 2020 which maintains many of the same elements. It created special economic and trade relationships between the member countries; i.e. Canada, Mexico and the United States.
• The TN Visa is a non-immigrant visa authorizing certain citizens of Canada and Mexico a Professional Employment Visa category in the USA.
• These Professional Visas require that the employment position be listed on the official “Occupation List” which often requires Professional Education, Licensure and demonstration of credentials.
EB1 – Priority Worker
• EB-1A: Individuals with Extraordinary Ability in the arts, sciences, education, business, or athletics
• EB-1B: Outstanding Professors or Researchers
• EB-1C: Multinational Managers or Executives transferred to the United States
EB2 Professionals with Advanced Degrees or Persons of Exceptional Ability
• Individuals with Exceptional Ability in Arts, Business or Sciences
• Professionals with Advanced Degrees
• Physicians intending to practice medicine in under-served areas.
EB3 Skilled or Professional Workers
• Professionals with a Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent
• Skilled Workers with at least 2 years' experience
• Unskilled Workers
If you are a business owner or recent graduate, ILG provides knowledgeable service for all immigrants interested in working legally in the United States.
Non-Immigrant Employment Visas
H-1B Professional Employment Visa H-1B (Professional Employment) Visas are available to foreign professionals seeking to be employed in a Specialty Occupation with a US company. • These are occupations that require the minimum of a University Degree (Bachelor’s Degree) or its equivalent in professional work experience. • The H-1B visa is a temporary work visa, with validity periods of up to 6 years of employment authorization in the United States. O-1 Extraordinary Ability Visa, Employment Visas • Visas bases upon Extraordinary Ability are available to those who can demonstrate such excellence in the fields of arts, athletics, business, education, science, etc.
H-1B Professional Employment Visa H-1B (Professional Employment) Visas are available to foreign professionals seeking to be employed in a Specialty Occupation with a US company. • These are occupations that require the minimum of a University Degree (Bachelor’s Degree) or its equivalent in professional work experience. • The H-1B visa is a temporary work visa, with validity periods of up to 6 years of employment authorization in the United States. O-1 Extraordinary Ability Visa, Employment Visas • Visas bases upon Extraordinary Ability are available to those who can demonstrate such excellence in the fields of arts, athletics, business, education, science, etc.
Business & Investor Visas
B-1 Business Visitor Visa
EB-5 Investor Visas
Lawful Permanent Residence is available to those international investors and their families, who have invested or are actively in the process of investing, the required capital into a new commercial enterprise.
Required capital investment is a minimum of US $1,000,000 ($1 M) however such investment amount may be reduced to US $500,000 in those cases of investment within a US “Targeted Employment Area.” A Targeted Employment Area is one that has an average unemployment rate of at least 150 percent the national average or is located in a Government designated rural area.
Requirements include that the Investor must create at least 10 full-time positions for US workers during the Investor’s Conditional Residence Period (i.e. 24 months) prior to Application for full Lawful Permanent Residence.
Temporary Visa for Business.
The B-1 Visa allows for a variety of business and economic activities in the United States.
Business Visitors are authorized to attend meetings, conferences, conventions or negotiations on behalf of a foreign employer.
Although B-1 Visas authorize Business Visitors to enter the United States, please note that it does not allow for employment in the US.
Start your business in the US
Are you a business owner? ILG provides business visas for owners to start their business in the United States. Earn a living legally with our help.
Business Visas
Business Visas for the United States form a backbone for international commerce to succeed and flourish. Business Immigration has always been a core strength provided by the Firm, as we assist clients worldwide in selecting and utilizing the proper Immigration vehicle best-suited to their individual needs.
Let ILG’s Business-Immigration Attorneys represent you, your company and international staff in its efforts to properly operate and expand into the US marketplace.
E-1 (“Treaty Trader”) Visa
The E-1 (“Treaty Trader”) Visa authorizes the foreign business-person from a Treaty Country with the United States to enter the US for the sole purpose of engaging in international trade.
The E-1 Visa holder & company must engage in a “substantial amount” of trade and commerce between the US and the Trader’s home country.
These businesses often involve continuing business transactions in fields such as; Financial sector, Goods, Srvices, Technology, Tourism, etc.
E-2 Treaty Investor Visa
L-1 Intra-Company Business Visa
Intra-Company Transferee The L-1 Visa allows Executives, Managers and other Specialized Knowledge employees to “transfer” from a foreign company to the United States to perform temporary employment. The transferee must transfer through to work at a legal Parent company, Affiliate and/or Subsidiary of the foreign company. The L-1 Visa affords full employment and travel authorization in the United States. L-2 dependents also authorized to be employed.
Intra-Company Transferee The L-1 Visa allows Executives, Managers and other Specialized Knowledge employees to “transfer” from a foreign company to the United States to perform temporary employment. The transferee must transfer through to work at a legal Parent company, Affiliate and/or Subsidiary of the foreign company. The L-1 Visa affords full employment and travel authorization in the United States. L-2 dependents also authorized to be employed.
E-2 Visas are available to foreign nationals from treaty countries who seek to enter the US market via business and employment creation.
This program authorizes a foreign national to establish and operate a business in the US through making a “substantial investment” in a new or existing commercial enterprise.
Treaty Investors and their treaty national employees and are all eligible to pursue E-2 Visas.
We provide complete service to the International Investor, including all Business-Immigration Services as well as assistance with corporate start-ups and business establishment.
Marriage & Fiancee Visas
Marriage Visas
Fiancée Visas
We routinely handle cases for Marriage-based immigration, either from within the United States and also for clients based overseas.
Full-service Attorney representation is also available at the Adjustment of Status Interview for Lawful Permanent Residence before Immigration Authorities in the United States if needed.
K-1 (Fiancée Visas) and those for Dependents (K-2)
• The K-1 Fiancée Visa is available to those foreign nationals who wish to marry an American Citizen and live in the United States.
• The K-1 Visa generally has shorter processing times and waiting periods than traditional Marriage-Based Applications.
• K-1 Visa holders are also eligible to pursue Employment Authorization (work permit) in the USA.
• Dependents/children of the K-1 Visa may enter the United States on a K-2 Visa.
• After entry into the United States on a K-1 Visa, the couple must get married within 90 days.
• Our Attorneys are standing by to assist you in the K-1 Visa process as well as the subsequent Application for Lawful Permanent Residence (Green Card) in the United States.
If you are planning on marrying a US citizen, or are the fiancée of someone interesting in obtaining a marriage visa, we are here to help. We provide professional and knowledgeable service on all marriage and fiancée visa cases.
Citizenship
Citizenship Law
We walk you through the steps
For some, US citizenship may be out of reach. ILG makes it an absolute possibility. We work hard to get you the help and dedication you need to cut through the tape to citizenship.
We know applying for citizenship is a stressful process. We walk you through each step, from the beginning of process to taking the exams. We work hard to ensure your citizenship is possible.
Obtaining US Citizenship or “Naturalization” is the process by which a foreign national can become a United States Citizen. Citizenship is the most precious and protected status under US Immigration Law.
Our Attorneys shall examine your eligibility as well as represent you throughout the Application, Preparation for Interview and in-person Attorney Representation at the Official Naturalization Interview if necessary.
We take all steps to ensure your application is handled properly and guide you quickly through the Citizenship process.