Pennsylvania Green Cards And Permanent Residency Attorneys
Obtaining a green card (or lawful permanent residency) can be challenging for immigrant hopefuls, especially when English is a second language.
The Law Office of Troy J. Mattes, P.C., as a dedicated immigration firm in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, can provide knowledgeable guidance to those seeking green cards and permanent residency. In addition to 25-plus years of immigration experience, we offer client-focused guidance and constant support. Our team is fluent in French and Spanish and has access to translators for other languages.
We provide personal, responsive service and keep costs down with flexible payment plans and reasonable flat fees.
Types Of Green Cards
There are several types of green cards available, each catering to different eligibility categories. Common examples include:
- Family-based: For immediate relatives of U.S. citizens, including spouses, children and parents
- Employment-based: For individuals with job offers in the U.S., including skilled workers, professionals and unskilled workers
- Special immigrant categories: For certain specific categories, such as religious workers and international organization employees
Other paths to permanent residency include humanitarian green cards for refugees, asylum seekers and victims of human trafficking or crime. Diversity lottery green cards may also be an option for those from countries with low U.S. immigration rates.
Benefits Of Lawful Permanent Resident Status
Achieving lawful permanent residency comes with numerous benefits:
- Green card holders can work for any employer in the U.S. without a separate work permit.
- Permanent residents can travel outside the U.S. and return without applying for a special visa.
- Lawful permanent residency opens the way to invaluable federal benefits such as education and housing assistance.
- Green card holders typically have a smoother pathway to becoming a naturalized U.S. citizen.
- Lawful permanent residents enjoy full protection under U.S. law at the federal, state and local levels.
The right legal guidance can help you rest much easier knowing your future is in the hands of a skilled attorney.
Call For Compassionate Representation
We can help you make your immigration dreams come true. Call our Lancaster office at 800-574-5563 or contact us online for experienced, compassionate guidance in your quest to become a lawful permanent resident.