Business Details
25 Years
experience
Trusted Immigration Legal Services in Arlington, VA
The Law Office of Moona Shakil has been dedicated to providing comprehensive immigration legal services since 2001. Our firm specializes in assisting employers with work visas and green cards for skilled workers while supporting individuals with family-based immigration petitions. With over two decades of experience, we combine deep expertise in H-1B, TN NAFTA, L-1, O-1, and EB visas with personalized attention to each case. Our practice extends to US citizenship applications, naturalization processes, and permanent residency matters. We maintain active memberships in the American Bar Association and American Immigration Lawyers Association, reflecting our commitment to professional excellence.Our team's multilingual capabilities in English, Urdu, and Hindi enable us to serve diverse client needs effectively. We operate from our Arlington, Virginia office while serving clients across all 50 states and internationally. Our approach emphasizes clear communication, regulatory compliance, and proactive case management to achieve successful outcomes. We pride ourselves on maintaining direct accessibility for clients through multiple communication channels. Our track record includes successful cases involving complex cross-chargeability issues and waiver applications.
Services
Employment Based Immigration
Family Based Immigration
US Citizenship Applications
Green Card Processing
H-1B Visa Petitions
K-1 Fianc Visas
EB-1 Visa Applications
Naturalization Services
Waiver Filings
PERM Labor Certification
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of immigration law expertise
- Our team handles complex visa categories including H-1B and O-1
- We provide personalized case management with direct attorney access
- Our practice maintains ABA and AILA professional memberships
- We guarantee multilingual support in English, Urdu, and Hindi
What people say
Extremely professional
Reachable
Smooth process
Knowledgeable
Highly recommend
Services
Employment Based Immigration
We specialize in employment-based immigration solutions for employers and professionals. Our services cover H-1B specialty occupation visas, TN NAFTA visas for Canadians and Mexicans, L-1 intra-company transfers, O-1 extraordinary ability visas, and EB-1/EB-2/EB-3 employment-based green cards. We also handle PERM labor certifications and I-140 petitions for alien workers. Our experienced attorneys ensure compliance with evolving immigration regulations while optimizing approval chances for employers and employees.
Family Based Immigration
Our family-based immigration practice assists US citizens and permanent residents in sponsoring family members. We handle K-1 fianc visas, K-3 spouse visas, and I-130 petitions for spouses, children, parents, and siblings. With expertise in complex cases involving cross-chargeability and international adoptions, we guide clients through the entire process from initial petitions to visa approvals and green card issuance for family reunification.
US Citizenship Applications
We provide comprehensive support for US citizenship applications through naturalization. Our services include N-400 application preparation, eligibility assessments, interview preparation, and assistance with citizenship documentation. We help clients meet residency requirements, prepare for English and civics tests, and address any inadmissibility issues. Our attorneys also handle derivative citizenship cases and certificate of citizenship applications for qualifying children of US citizens.
Green Card Processing
We assist with all aspects of green card acquisition through employment, family sponsorship, or adjustment of status. Our services include processing I-485 applications, handling travel documents, and addressing conditional permanent residence removal. We specialize in complex cases involving prior immigration violations, deportation defense, and waiver applications. Our team ensures compliance with biometric requirements and interview preparation for successful permanent residency outcomes.
H-1B Visa Petitions
Our H-1B visa practice supports employers seeking to hire specialty occupation workers. We manage the complete petition process including labor condition applications, cap-subject filings, and extension requests. With deep understanding of annual quota limitations and lottery procedures, we help technology firms, healthcare providers, and academic institutions navigate complex H-1B requirements while maintaining compliance with wage and employment regulations.
People
Moona Shakil Ali
Attorney at Law
Moona Shakil Ali is a licensed immigration attorney with over 20 years of experience. She founded the Law Office of Moona Shakil in 2001 after graduating from George Mason University School of Law. Specializing in employment and family-based immigration, she represents clients in H-1B, O-1, and EB visa matters while maintaining active memberships in ABA and AILA. Fluent in English, Urdu, and Hindi, she serves clients from her Arlington, Virginia office.
Questions
What immigration services do you specialize in?
We specialize in employment-based visas (H-1B, TN, L-1, O-1), family-based petitions (K-1, I-130), green card processing, US citizenship applications, and PERM labor certifications.
How long does the green card process take?
Processing times vary by category but typically range from 6 months to 2 years. Our experienced attorneys work to expedite cases through proper documentation and proactive USCIS communication.
Can you help with urgent visa situations?
While we don't offer emergency services, we prioritize timely case management and can often secure expedited processing for qualifying employment or family-based petitions through proper USCIS procedures.
Do you serve clients outside Virginia?
Yes, we serve clients nationwide and internationally. Our Arlington, VA office supports clients across all 50 states and multiple countries through virtual consultations and electronic case management.
What are your attorney's qualifications?
Our lead attorney holds a Juris Doctor from George Mason University, has practiced immigration law since 2001, and maintains memberships in the American Bar Association and American Immigration Lawyers Association.
