Irving, Texas · Immigration Law
Nine Irving immigration firms with verifiable experience in visas, green cards, citizenship, and deportation defense — plus what cases cost, how long they take, and how to choose.
Immigration law is federal, so an Irving lawyer handles the same statutes and the same agencies as one anywhere else — but local experience still matters. Cases route through the USCIS field office, the Dallas immigration court, and consulates, and a lawyer who works those venues every week knows the processing realities and the local judges. Whether you need a family green card, a work visa, naturalization, or a defense against removal, the stakes are high and the paperwork is unforgiving.
Irving is one of the most internationally diverse cities in Texas, and its immigration bar reflects that — several firms are bilingual or multilingual and handle both family and employment-based matters. The list below includes a board-certified immigration specialist, firms with decades of removal-defense experience, and practices focused on business and investment visas. Deportation cases in particular move fast and carry permanent consequences, so getting counsel early is critical.
We pulled this list from Justia, Avvo, Expertise, and firm records, and confirmed each has a real Irving-area immigration practice. Immigration fees are usually flat per service, which makes them easy to compare. Call two or three, describe your situation precisely, and ask each lawyer to map out the steps and the realistic timeline before you hire.
How we picked these 9: We cross-referenced peer rankings and directories (Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, Justia, Expertise.com, FindLaw) and each firm's own published practice pages. Every firm below appeared in at least two independent sources and has a verifiable Irving-area immigration practice. We do not accept payment for placement, and we do not write sponsored reviews. More on our methodology →
Practice focus: Business, family, and employment immigration
Managing partner David Swaim is board certified in immigration and nationality law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and has led the firm since 1991.
Why they made the list: A top pick for complex employment or business immigration where board-certified expertise pays off.
Practice focus: Visas, green cards, removal defense, appeals
With an Irving office at 4324 N. Belt Line Rd and more than 40 years of immigration experience, this firm handles visas, green cards, removal defense, and appeals.
Why they made the list: A strong choice for deportation defense and appeals, backed by decades of focused immigration work.
Practice focus: Family immigration and deportation defense
Located at 6565 N. MacArthur Blvd in Irving, this practice focuses on family-based immigration and deportation defense.
Why they made the list: A good fit for family petitions and removal cases where you want a focused, local office.
Practice focus: Family, humanitarian, and citizenship cases
An Irving immigration attorney at 4425 W. Airport Fwy handling family-based petitions, humanitarian relief, and naturalization.
Why they made the list: Worth a call for family and humanitarian cases, including VAWA and U-visa matters.
Practice focus: Business, investment, and employment visas
A North Texas immigration firm serving Irving that concentrates on business, investment, and employment-based immigration alongside family matters.
Why they made the list: A solid option for employers and professionals navigating work or investor visas.
Practice focus: Visa applications, deportation, and appeals
A DFW immigration firm serving Irving that handles visa applications for individuals and businesses and represents clients in removal proceedings and appeals.
Why they made the list: A balanced choice that covers both the application side and removal defense.
Practice focus: Citizenship, visas, and family immigration
An Irving immigration practice handling citizenship, visas, and family-based cases with bilingual service.
Why they made the list: A practical option for naturalization and family petitions with Spanish-language support.
Practice focus: Family petitions, green cards, citizenship
A bilingual immigration firm serving the Irving area, focused on family-based immigration, green cards, and naturalization.
Why they made the list: Another bilingual, family-focused option for clients who want service in Spanish.
Practice focus: Deportation defense, U-visa, VAWA, family petitions
An Irving-area firm handling deportation defense, U-visas, VAWA self-petitions, family petitions, and citizenship.
Why they made the list: A good fit for humanitarian and removal cases that need specialized relief like a U-visa or VAWA petition.
Need help with a visa, green card, citizenship, or a deportation case in Irving? Tell us your situation and we'll connect you with one of these immigration firms — or a similar one — for a consultation.
Match the firm to your exact case type. Family green cards, employment visas, asylum, and deportation defense are different specialties. Ask whether the firm handles your specific matter regularly, not just immigration generally.
Move fast on removal cases. If you or a family member is in removal proceedings or detained, deadlines are short and missing one can be permanent. Call a deportation-defense lawyer immediately, not after the next hearing.
Confirm the lawyer is licensed and accredited. Only a licensed attorney or a DOJ-accredited representative can give legal advice and appear before immigration court. Avoid "notarios" — in much of Latin America a notario is a lawyer, but in the U.S. it is not.
Get the flat fee broken down by stage. Immigration cases often have phases — petition, interview, appeal. Ask what the quoted flat fee covers and what a later stage would cost so you are not surprised.
Ask for a realistic timeline. Processing times vary widely by case type and are largely set by the government, not the lawyer. A good attorney gives you a realistic range and is honest that some of it is out of anyone's control.
Immigration fees in Irving are usually flat per service, separate from the government filing fees you pay USCIS. Rough ranges:
Legal fees are separate from the government filing fees, so always ask for both numbers. Immigration mistakes can cause years of delay or a denial that is hard to undo, which is why experienced counsel usually pays for itself. Get the flat fee and what it covers in writing.
Timelines are largely set by the government, but a family green-card case often runs like this:
Guaranteed outcomes. No ethical attorney can promise a specific result. If a firm guarantees a win, a number, or a court ruling, walk away.
The disappearing senior partner. You meet a named partner at intake, then never hear from them again while an unsupervised junior runs the file. Ask in writing who handles your matter day to day.
Pressure to sign on the spot. Reputable firms give you the engagement letter in writing and time to read it. High-pressure intake is a volume-mill signal.
No verifiable track record. Look for named results, peer rankings, board certifications, or bar recognition — not "we have helped thousands of clients."
Vague fees. Every legitimate firm will put the fee structure, what is covered, and what triggers extra charges in a written engagement letter.
Most of the firms on this list offer a free or low-cost initial call. Use it. Bring a written list and write down the answers, then compare across two or three firms before you sign anything.
You will get more out of the first call if you arrive organized. For most immigration matters, gather:
If you are not sure whether something is relevant, bring it anyway. It is easier for a lawyer to set aside what does not matter than to chase down what you left at home.
Tell us about your situation. We'll match you with one of these firms or a similar one. Free, confidential, no obligation.
Immigration lawyers usually charge a flat fee per service, separate from the government's filing fees. A family-based green card commonly runs $2,000 to $5,000 in attorney fees; naturalization often $1,000 to $2,500; an employment visa $2,000 to $6,000 or more; and deportation defense $5,000 to $15,000 or more. Always ask for both the legal fee and the current USCIS filing fees.
Immigration law is federal, so a lawyer anywhere in the U.S. can handle most filings. But for cases tied to the Dallas immigration court, the local USCIS field office, or in-person interviews, a lawyer who works those venues regularly knows the local processing realities and judges. Many Irving residents are well served by nearby Dallas firms too.
A visa generally grants temporary permission to enter or stay for a specific purpose, such as work or study. A green card grants lawful permanent residence — the right to live and work in the U.S. indefinitely and a path toward citizenship. The process and requirements differ, so tell your lawyer exactly which goal you have.
Immediately. Removal cases have short deadlines, and missing a hearing can result in an order of removal entered in your absence. If a family member is detained or has a court date, contact a deportation-defense attorney right away rather than waiting.
No, and you should be wary of anyone who promises a result. Outcomes depend on the facts, the law, and government discretion. A good lawyer improves your odds by filing a complete, accurate case and avoiding mistakes, but no ethical attorney guarantees approval.
In many Latin American countries, a "notario publico" is a trained attorney. In the United States, a notary public is not a lawyer and cannot give legal advice or represent you in immigration court. Using a notario for legal work can lead to costly errors. Work with a licensed attorney or a DOJ-accredited representative.
It depends heavily on the case type and is largely controlled by government processing times, not the lawyer. Some family petitions and naturalization cases take many months; employment and consular cases can take a year or more. Ask your lawyer for a realistic current range for your specific filing.
One last thing. Choosing a lawyer is personal. Read the reviews. Call two or three firms before you sign. Ask each one: How many matters like mine have you handled in the last three years? The answer tells you a lot. — The LawFirmSquare team
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