MARIA MATEO PC

Family Based Visas

Keep Your Family Together with Trusted Immigration Legal Help

Queens Family Immigration Attorney Serving Immigrant Communities in NYC

Navigating the U.S. immigration system is complex—but you don’t have to do it alone. At Maria Mateo Law PC, we help families stay together by guiding you through every step of the family-based immigration process. Whether you’re petitioning for a spouse, adjusting your status, or facing consular processing, we’re here to help—with compassion, clarity, and experience.

Our team speaks both Spanish and English, and we proudly serve families across Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, and Manhattan—with a focus on the Latino immigrant community.

Your Local Queens Immigration Law Firm

Located in Kew Gardens, Queens, our office is rooted in the immigrant experience. Attorney Maria Mateo is not only an immigrant herself but also a trusted immigration analyst featured on NYC’s Telemundo and Telenoticias stations, offering expert insight on immigration issues that matter to you.

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Every immigration situation is different—and the best way to protect your future is to speak with a qualified attorney. At Maria Mateo Law PC, we offer compassionate, honest, and effective legal advice tailored to your needs.

Bilingual Legal Services (English & Spanish)
Serving Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx & Manhattan
Recognized Advocate in the NYC Latino Community

Family Immigration Services We Offer

We provide comprehensive support for all family-based immigration matters, including:

Green Card Applications
Spousal Visas
Adjustment of Status
Petitions for Spouses, Children & Other Relatives
Waivers of Inadmissibility
Consular Processing
Marriage-Based Immigration

Green Cards

Whether you’re applying for a green card through a family member or adjusting your status from within the U.S., we guide you through the process step-by-step. A lawful permanent resident card allows you to live and work in the U.S. long-term—and is often the first step toward citizenship. We ensure your application is complete, accurate, and supported by the right documentation to avoid costly delays.

Spousal Visas

If you’re a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident married to a foreign national, you may be eligible to bring your spouse to the U.S. through a spousal visa (CR-1 or IR-1). We help you prove the validity of your marriage, submit the correct forms, and avoid red flags that can trigger delays or denials. Whether you’re filing from abroad or inside the U.S., we protect your path forward.

Adjustment of Status

If you’re already in the U.S. and eligible for a green card through a qualifying relative, adjustment of status lets you apply without leaving the country. We help you determine eligibility, gather necessary records, and prepare you for your USCIS interview. This is often the most efficient route to permanent residency for spouses, children, and immediate relatives of U.S. citizens.

Petitions for Spouses, Children & Other Relatives

U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents can petition to bring close family members to the United States. We assist with I-130 family petitions for spouses, children (minor and adult), parents, and siblings—explaining wait times, visa categories, and what to expect at every stage. Our goal is to reunite families and keep them together.

Waivers of Inadmissibility

If you or a loved one is found “inadmissible” to the U.S. due to prior immigration violations, unlawful presence, or misrepresentation, you may still qualify for a waiver. We help you prepare strong I-601 or I-601A waiver applications based on hardship to qualifying U.S. relatives. These cases are complex, but with the right evidence and guidance, waivers can make green card approval possible.