Every immigration journey starts with a goal: safety, opportunity, or a new life with your family. At Gambacorta Law, we’re here to help you reach your goal with practical legal guidance and genuine understanding.
Our team includes people who have lived through the immigration process firsthand, so we approach every case with empathy and purpose. Whether you’re applying for a visa, fighting deportation, or pursuing citizenship in the Chicagoland area, our lawyers are ready to stand by your side.
If you’re ready to take the next step toward securing your future in the United States, contact the immigration attorneys of our law firm today to arrange your free, 30-minute consultation.
Gambacorta Law handles every part of the immigration process in all types of cases. We’re here to guide you through applications, appeals, and court proceedings with care and precision. No matter how simple or complicated your situation may be, you can count on our law firm to take the time to understand your goals and develop the right strategy for your case. Below are some of the immigration matters we handle every day for individuals, families, and employers across the US and around the world:
Attorney Timothy A. Gambacorta founded Gambacorta Law with one purpose: to help people build better lives in the United States. Mr. Gambacorta and the rest of our team understand how immigration outcomes can shape people’s futures, and we take that responsibility seriously.
Our Chicago-area lawyers have decades of combined experience handling cases that range from family petitions to complex litigation in immigration courts. We’ve represented clients from nearly every part of the world, and we bring that global perspective to every consultation and each strategy we develop.
What sets our law firm apart from other firms is how we connect with our clients. Several members of our team have gone through the immigration process themselves. We understand the stress, the waiting, and the hope that comes with every case. That personal experience gives us a deeper understanding of what matters to you and drives us to deliver the kind of representation we would want for ourselves.
Our Chicago-area lawyers have decades of combined experience handling cases that range from family petitions to complex litigation in immigration courts. We’ve represented clients from nearly every part of the world, and we bring that global perspective to every consultation and each strategy we develop.
What sets our law firm apart from other firms is how we connect with our clients. Several members of our team have gone through the immigration process themselves. We understand the stress, the waiting, and the hope that comes with every case. That personal experience gives us a deeper understanding of what matters to you and drives us to deliver the kind of representation we would want for ourselves.
At Gambacorta Law, we don’t see immigration cases as files to process. We see them as opportunities to change the lives of people in the Chicagoland area. That’s why we approach every case we handle with honesty, empathy, and dedication. Here are just a few of the reasons clients choose our law firm to handle their immigration matters:
Several of our team members have been through the immigration process firsthand. We know what it feels like to wait for answers, worry about approval, and hope for a better future. That personal connection drives how we work with you. We’ll take your questions seriously and explain every step of the process clearly so you always feel supported.
Our attorneys have decades of combined experience handling all types of immigration cases. We’ve guided families through Green Card applications, defended clients in deportation proceedings, and represented employers seeking international talent. Our knowledge comes from years of direct case work, not theory.
Immigration law involves many moving parts, and our firm manages them all. We handle cases involving family-based visas, employment petitions, humanitarian relief, deportation defense, waivers, and citizenship. Whether you’re trying to start a new life in the US, reunite with loved ones, or protect your right to stay here, we have the experience to guide you.
With offices across several states and an international location in Vietnam, our firm works with clients around the world. This global reach allows us to assist with consular processing and coordinate cases that involve multiple countries.
We prioritize clear communication from day one. Our team responds promptly, explains your options in plain language, and makes sure you always know what’s happening with your case. You’ll never be left wondering about your next steps. We value transparency because we know trust begins with honest communication.
Our lawyers and staff can communicate in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Tagalog, and Thai, so you can speak with us in the language that feels most natural to you. We believe clear communication builds confidence, so we take time to listen carefully and make sure you understand every part of the immigration process.
We treat every client like family. When we take on your case, we commit to giving it our full attention. We’ll prepare carefully, review every document, and explore every possible path to reach your goal. You’ll see that dedication in every email, phone call, and meeting. Your success matters to us because we know how much it means to you and your loved ones.
From your very first consultation with us, our team focuses on making the process as clear and painless as possible. You’ll start by meeting with a lawyer who will listen carefully to your concerns and explain your options in plain language. We’ll review your goals, answer your questions, and outline what steps come next. You’ll leave your initial consultation with a clear idea of what to expect and how we can help.
If you choose to trust us to handle your case, we’ll handle every detail from that moment forward. Our Chicagoland area attorneys will prepare all of your documentation accurately and on time, keep you updated on the progress of your case, and respond quickly any time you reach out. You’ll never have to guess what’s happening or wonder whether your case matters to us—it does.
We offer free consultations by Zoom or in person at our Illinois office, and we serve clients worldwide. When you work with us, you’ll have a dedicated team by your side every step of the way.
Our Immigration Attorneys Are Here to Help
An immigrant is a foreign national who is authorized to live and work permanently in the United States.
You must go through a multi-step process to become an immigrant based on employment:
A lawful permanent resident is a foreign national who has been granted the privilege of permanently living and working in the United States. If you want to obtain a green card through sponsorship from a U.S. citizen or LPR relative, you face a multi-step process.
First, your relative will have to file form I-130 on your behalf. The Department of State will determine if an immigrant visa number is available to you immediately. When an immigrant visa number is available, it means you can apply to have one of the immigrant visa numbers assigned to you. You can check the status of a visa number in the Department of State’s Visa Bulletin.
If you are already in the U.S., you can seek an adjustment of status to obtain a green card after a visa number is available to you. If a visa number becomes available while you are outside the U.S., you must go to your local U.S. consulate to complete your processing.
The answer depends on whether the problem involves a visa, a petition requesting permission to enter the United States, or labor certification.
If the problem involves a visa, it probably involves the Department of State, which is the only federal agency that can issue a visa.
There are two types of visas:
If the problem involves a petition requesting permission to enter the United States as an immigrant, or under certain circumstances, as a non-immigrant, such as for employment or as a fiancé, the situation involves USCIS. If the problem involves labor certification, it involves the Department of Labor.
Yes, you can. There is a procedure whereby the petitioner (the U.S. citizen individual) petitions for the foreign-born fiancé(e) to come to the United States.
After the fiancé(e) is issued a visa, he or she can come to the United States. However, he or she must marry the petitioner within 90 days after entry to the United States, otherwise the visa is dead.
Every immigration case is personal, and you deserve representation from Chicagoland area lawyers who will treat it that way. When you work with the team at Gambacorta Law, you can count on us to listen carefully, answer your questions, and give you clear direction. We’ve guided countless clients through the process you’re facing, and we’ll do the same for you with honesty and care. Contact our law firm now to get started with your free initial consultation and find out how we can help you move ahead with your immigration plans.
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