SERVICES
Immigration
Attorneys
At Michael Brooks Jimenez PC, we understand how frightening a deportation process can be. Our team of immigration attorneys is here to fight for your case and explore all legal options to help you stay in the United States.
T VISA
Protection for Victims of Exploitation and Labor Abuse
The T Visa protects individuals who have been victims of human trafficking or labor
exploitation in the U.S. It is not just for cases of sexual exploitation but also for
those who have been deceived, threatened, or forced to work under unfair conditions.
Do You Qualify?
You may be eligible for a T Visa if:
• Your employer did not pay your wages or overtime.
• You were threatened with deportation if you didn’t accept abusive conditions.
• You were misled with false job promises and ended up in exploitative conditions.
• You were mistreated by coyotes or smugglers while crossing the border.
• Your passport or documents were taken to force you to work.
T Visa Benefits
• Legal status in the U.S. for up to 4 years.
• Work permit and Social Security number.
• Opportunity to include family members in your application.
• Pathway to apply for a Green Card after 3 years.
How Can We Help?
At Michael Brooks Jimenez PC, we evaluate your case, prepare your application, and
guide you through the entire process until you obtain legal status.
U VISA
PROTECTION FOR CRIME VICTIMS
The U Visa is for individuals who have been victims of a crime in the U.S. and have cooperated with law enforcement in the investigation or prosecution of the case. This visa provides protection and a path to permanent residency.
You may be eligible for a U Visa if:
✅ You were a victim of a serious crime such as domestic violence, assault, kidnapping, sexual abuse, human trafficking, and more.
✅ You suffered physical or emotional harm due to the crime.
✅ You reported the crime and cooperated with the police or prosecutors.
✅ You have a certification from a law enforcement agency confirming your cooperation.
✔ Legal status in the U.S. for up to 4 years.
✔ Work permit and Social Security number.
✔ Ability to include certain family members in your application.
✔ Option to apply for a Green Card after 3 years.
At Michael Brooks Jimenez PC, we guide you through every step:
✅ Case evaluation and evidence collection.
✅ Obtaining certification from law enforcement.
✅ Filing your application and tracking the process.
✅ Assisting in obtaining permanent residency.
U VISA
PROTECTION FOR CRIME VICTIMS
The U Visa is for individuals who have been victims of a crime in the U.S. and have cooperated with law enforcement in the investigation or prosecution of the case. This visa provides protection and a path to permanent residency.
You may be eligible for a U Visa if:
✅ You were a victim of a serious crime such as domestic violence, assault, kidnapping, sexual abuse, human trafficking, and more.
✅ You suffered physical or emotional harm due to the crime.
✅ You reported the crime and cooperated with the police or prosecutors.
✅ You have a certification from a law enforcement agency confirming your cooperation.
✔ Legal status in the U.S. for up to 4 years.
✔ Work permit and Social Security number.
✔ Ability to include certain family members in your application.
✔ Option to apply for a Green Card after 3 years.
At Michael Brooks Jimenez PC, we guide you through every step:
✅ Case evaluation and evidence collection.
✅ Obtaining certification from law enforcement.
✅ Filing your application and tracking the process.
✅ Assisting in obtaining permanent residency.
VAWA
PROTECTION FOR VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) allows certain immigrants who have suffered abuse from their U.S. citizen or green card holder spouse, or from their U.S. citizen child, to apply for permanent residency without relying on their abuser.
You may be eligible for VAWA if:
• Your spouse is a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident and has physically or emotionally abused you.
• Your child is a U.S. citizen and has subjected you to severe mistreatment or abuse.
• You have experienced threats, extreme control, or psychological abuse.
• You can prove the abuse happened while you were married or under their custody.
• You can submit evidence without your abuser knowing.
✔ Permanent residency without needing your abuser’s sponsorship.
✔ Ability to obtain a work permit while your case is processed.
✔ Protection from deportation and access to certain public benefits.
✔ Right to apply for U.S. citizenship once eligible.
En Michael Brooks Jimenez PC, entendemos la sensibilidad de estos casos y le ofrecemos:
✅ Confidencialidad absoluta en su proceso.
✅ Asesoría para documentar el abuso y preparar su solicitud.
✅ Representación legal en todo el proceso de inmigración.
✅ Seguimiento hasta obtener su Green Card y ciudadanía.
H-2B VISA
for temporary workers
The H-2B visa allows U.S. employers to hire
foreign workers for temporary jobs when there are not
enough local workers available.
Who Qualifies?
- Foreign workers with a temporary job offer in the U.S.
- Employers who demonstrate the temporary need for foreign workers.
- Applicants who meet eligibility and immigration background requirements.
Process
- The employer submits the petition to the U.S. Department of Labor.
- Application for temporary labor certification.
- Submission of Form I-129 to USCIS.
- Interview at the U.S. embassy or consulate in the country of origin.
- Approval and issuance of the H-2B visa.
How Can We Help?
We assist employers and workers throughout the process, from document preparation
to legal representation, ensuring a smooth approval process.
FORM I-9
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY
VERIFICATION
El Formulario I-9 es un requisito obligatorio para todos los empleadores en EE.UU. para verificar la identidad y elegibilidad de sus empleados para trabajar legalmente en el país.
✔ All employers in the U.S.
✔ Any person hired to work in the U.S., regardless of nationality or immigration status.
✔ The employee completes Section 1 of the form on the first day of work.
✔ The employer reviews and verifies identity and work authorization documents.
✔ The employer completes Section 2 and properly files the form.
FORM I-9
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY
VERIFICATION
Form I-9 is a mandatory requirement for all U.S.
employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility
of their employees to legally work in the country.
✔ All employers in the U.S.
✔ Any person hired to work in the U.S., regardless of nationality or immigration status.
✔ The employee completes Section 1 of the form on the first day of work.
✔ The employer reviews and verifies identity and work authorization documents.
✔ The employer completes Section 2 and properly files the form.
FAMILY
PETITIONS
U.S. citizens and permanent residents can sponsor certain family members to obtain legal residency in the U.S., helping to reunite families.
Qualify:
• Spouses and unmarried children under 21 of U.S. citizens (highest priority).
• Parents and siblings of U.S. citizens.
• Spouses and unmarried children of permanent residents.
✔ Submission of Form I-130 to establish the family relationship.
✔ Waiting for petition processing according to preference category.
✔ Adjustment of status or consular processing to obtain the Green Card.
We handle the preparation and submission of family petitions, ensuring that documents are accurate and complete to avoid unnecessary delays.
DEPORTATION DEFENSE
Protecting Your Right to Stay in the U.S.
At Michael Brooks Jimenez PC, we understand how frightening a deportation process can be. Our team of immigration attorneys is here to fight for your case and explore all legal options to help you stay in the United States.
Don’t Face Deportation Alone!
Time is critical in these cases.
Contact us today to assess your situation and build a strong defense strategy.
Who May Qualify to Stop a Deportation?
Depending on your case, we may help you apply for:
- Cancellation of removal if you’ve lived in the U.S. for over 10 years, have good moral character, and your deportation would cause extreme hardship to a U.S. citizen or resident relative.
- Adjustment of status if you are eligible for a Green Card through a family member, employer, or special program.
How Can We Help?
If you or a loved one is facing deportation, we can:
- Represent you in Immigration Court and defend your right to stay.
- Request cancellation of removal for certain residents and non-residents.
- Appeal deportation orders and file motions to reopen your case.
- Explore humanitarian relief options such as VAWA, U or T Visa, TPS, and DACA.
- Apply for immigration waivers for unlawful entries or minor offenses.
- Assist with adjustment of status if you qualify for a Green Card through a family member, employer, or special program.
Who May Qualify to Stop a Deportation?
Depending on your case, we may help you apply for:
- Cancellation of removal if you’ve lived in the U.S. for over 10 years, have good moral character, and your deportation would cause extreme hardship to a U.S. citizen or resident relative.
- Adjustment of status if you are eligible for a Green Card through a family member, employer, or special program.
- Immigration waivers if you have past violations or criminal records.
How Can We Help?
If you or a loved one is facing deportation, we can:
- Represent you in Immigration Court and defend your right to stay.
- Request cancellation of removal for certain residents and non-residents.
- Appeal deportation orders and file motions to reopen your case.
- Explore humanitarian relief options such as VAWA, U or T Visa, TPS, and DACA.
- Apply for immigration waivers for unlawful entries or minor offenses.
- Assist with adjustment of status if you qualify for a Green Card through a family member, employer, or special program.
JAIL VISITS
FOR IMMIGRATION DETENTION
IMMEDIATE LEGAL PROTECTION
If a loved one has been detained by ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement), it is crucial to act quickly. At Michael Brooks Jimenez PC, we conduct visits to detention centers to:
- Explain their legal situation and assess release options.
- Determine if they qualify for bond or any immigration relief.
- Communicate with family members to keep them informed.
- Represent them in hearings before immigration judges.
If your loved one is detained by immigration, contact us immediately to schedule a visit and fight for their freedom.
IMMIGRATION STATUS RENEWALS
KEEP YOUR LEGAL PROTECTION IN THE U.S.
If you currently hold DACA, TPS, a work permit, or a pending U or T Visa,
it’s crucial to renew it on time to avoid legal issues or losing your status. At Michael Brooks
Jimenez PC, we guide you through every step to ensure a smooth renewal process.
Why Is It Important to Renew on Time?
Avoid losing your legal status.
Protect your right to live and work legally in the U.S.
Reduce the risk of immigration problems or deportation.
How Can We Help?
At Michael Brooks Jimenez PC, we handle:
- Reviewing your case and renewal deadlines.
- Preparing and submitting your application correctly.
- Tracking your case until approval.
GREEN CARD THROUGH MARRIAGE
TO A U.S. CITIZEN
If you are married to a U.S. citizen, you may qualify
to obtain permanent residency (Green Card) through
marriage. This process allows beneficiaries to live and
work legally in the United States, with the
possibility of obtaining citizenship in the future.
Who Qualifies?
• Individuals legally married to a U.S. citizen.
• Those who can prove that the marriage is genuine and not for immigration purposes.
• Applicants who meet U.S. entry and presence requirements.
Process
• Submission of Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative).
• Application for adjustment of status (Form I-485) if the beneficiary is in the U.S.
• Interview with USCIS to verify the authenticity of the marriage.
• Approval and receipt of the Green Card.
How Can We Help?
Our legal team will guide you through every stage of the process,
ensuring that all documentation is complete and accurate,
preparing the couple for the interview, and avoiding delays or denials.
