Justice without borders
Houston is one of the cities with the largest immigrant population in the state, and also one with the most questions about how to navigate the immigration system. From our Houston office, we offer legal representation in the following areas:
Do you have a relative you want to bring to the United States, or did you already start the process and don't know what stage you're at? Our Houston team reviews your specific situation, whether you qualify as an immediate relative or under a preference category, and clearly explains the real waiting times, not the ones found online with no context for your case.
The path to American citizenship has several requirements that many people are unaware of: time of continuous residence, physical presence in the country and good moral character, among others. In Houston we help you confirm that you meet each one before filing your application, and we prepare you for the test and the final interview.
Facing an immigration court without legal representation significantly reduces your chances of a favorable outcome. From Houston, we evaluate which form of immigration relief may apply to your situation (cancellation of removal, defensive asylum, adjustment of status) and represent you at every hearing until your case is resolved.
When a minor has been abandoned, abused or neglected by one of their parents, they may qualify for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status. This is a two-step process: first a family court must issue a special order, and then the immigration application is filed. In Houston we support the family through both stages.
If you live in Houston, are an American citizen, and your partner lives in another country, the K-1 visa lets you bring them to the United States specifically to get married, with 90 days from their arrival to formalize the marriage. We help you put together the petition and gather the necessary evidence of the relationship.
When someone is detained by immigration authorities and you believe that detention is illegal or unjustified, a writ of Habeas Corpus allows it to be challenged directly before a federal court. These are cases where time matters, and our team in Houston acts with the urgency they require.
Houston also offers representation in three types of protection for victims:
For those who have suffered domestic violence from a spouse, parent or child with citizenship or residency, allowing them to apply for their own status without the abuser knowing or authorizing it.
for survivors of human trafficking, with a path to residency if they cooperate with the investigation of the case.
For victims of serious crimes who have been helpful to the authorities during the investigation or the judicial process
10333 Harwin Dr. Suite 105, Houston, TX 77036, United States
Every week, at our offices, we hear the same questions over and over: a sign that some information is not always easy to find, or lends itself to confusion. Here we gather our community's most common questions, explained simply and directly.
Our offices are open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Dallas and Houston are also open on Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
At Attorney Vernal's office you can have your consultation in person or virtually. You can also request it through our customer service line at 469-809-1181 or by email at info@farnumlawfirm.com
At Attorney Vernal's office the initial consultation costs $100, either in person or by video call.
Your initial consultation will be handled by an experienced immigration attorney, who will listen to you and evaluate your case. Our attorney will give you information about the process that is right for you.
Our staff is bilingual, able to speak, write and understand both English and Spanish, which allows us to assist you in the language you prefer.
Changes in immigration law, practical advice
and answers to our community's most common questions.
