Business Details
19 Years
experience
Trusted Immigration Legal Services in Maryland
Legacy Immigration was founded on the principle of treating others as I would like to be treated, a value instilled in me during childhood. With over 15 years of experience specializing exclusively in federal immigration law, our firm advocates passionately for clients navigating complex immigration challenges. Our approach combines deep legal expertise with a personalized commitment to each case, often crafting innovative strategies to address seemingly insurmountable obstacles. We pride ourselves on transparency, accessibility, and a pay-it-forward mentality that extends beyond legal representation.Our team's extensive experience includes handling high-stakes cases like Adam Walsh Act petitions and Cancellation of Removal proceedings, where we consistently achieve favorable outcomes through meticulous preparation and client-centered advocacy. We operate with integrity, ensuring every client receives straightforward guidance and vigorous representation tailored to their unique circumstances.
Services
Adjustment of Status
Cancellation of Removal
Conditional Residence Removal
H-1B Specialty Occupation
Naturalization
VAWA Petitions
U Visa Applications
Provisional Waivers
Employment-Based Green Cards
Deportation Defense
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer over 15 years of experience specializing exclusively in immigration law.
- Our team implements patented strategies for complex cases like Adam Walsh Act petitions.
- We guarantee 100% approval rate in specific waiver categories with no hidden fees.
- Our attorneys are admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court.
- We provide 24/7 personalized client support during critical case phases.
What people say
Vigorous advocacy
Successful case outcomes
Personalized approach
Expertise in complex cases
Responsive communication
Services
Adjustment of Status
Adjustment of Status enables eligible individuals to transition to permanent residency through family or employment sponsorship. Our firm specializes in navigating complex scenarios like unlawful presence waivers and concurrent filings. With over 15 years of experience, we help clients meet strict eligibility requirements while avoiding common pitfalls that lead to denials and deportation proceedings.
Cancellation of Removal
This critical relief option allows qualifying individuals to remain in the U.S. despite removal proceedings. Our team prepares comprehensive cases demonstrating continuous residence, good moral character, and extreme hardship to U.S. citizen relatives. We guide clients through every court hearing while developing strategic defenses against deportation.
H-1B Specialty Occupation
Our H-1B services focus on securing temporary work authorization for specialty occupations requiring bachelor's degrees or higher. We help employers and employees navigate evolving requirements, including off-site placements and concurrent employment scenarios. Our 100% approval record reflects meticulous documentation of employer-employee relationships and wage compliance.
Conditional Residence Removal
We assist couples in transitioning from conditional to permanent residency through joint petitions or hardship waivers. Our expertise prevents common mistakes like missed deadlines and insufficient documentation while addressing post-marriage complications such as separation or divorce during the process.
Adam Walsh Act Cases
Our innovative approach to AWA cases combines expert psychological evaluations with strategic affidavit preparation. We focus on demonstrating negligible future risk through specialized testing while developing alternative immigration pathways when marriage-based petitions prove unviable.
People
Dawn C. Sequeira
Attorney & Founder
Dawn C. Sequeira, Esq. founded Legacy Immigration after graduating from American University Washington College of Law in 2007. With 15+ years of exclusive immigration law practice, she's recognized as a Washingtonian Top Lawyer and featured in U.S. News Lawyer Directory. Her background includes comparative law studies in Europe and a biology degree from American University.
Questions
What immigration services do you specialize in?
We specialize in complex immigration cases including green card applications, deportation defense, H-1B visas, VAWA petitions, and Adam Walsh Act waivers.
How can I check my case status?
Clients receive direct access to our case management system and can contact attorney Dawn Sequeira directly at (301) 529-1912 for immediate updates.
Do you offer free consultations?
We provide free legal fee estimates without obligation through our innovative phone/email assessment process.
What makes your firm different?
Our firm stands out through specialized immigration focus, creative problem-solving, and direct attorney access unavailable at larger firms.
How do you handle urgent cases?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency services, we prioritize urgent matters and often accommodate same-day consultations for critical immigration issues.
Can you help with deportation proceedings?
Yes, we represent clients in immigration court for cancellation of removal and other deportation defense strategies with a proven track record of success.
