Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of legal matters does your firm handle?
  The Law Offices of Cindy Ramjattan-Paul, P.C. focuses primarily on U.S. Immigration and Nationality Law and New Jersey Family Law. We represent clients in matters involving Green Cards, family-based and employment-based immigration, deportation and removal defense, asylum, waivers, naturalization, humanitarian relief, visas, divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, domestic violence, and other family law matters.
• Where is your law office located?
  Our office is located in Bloomfield, New Jersey. We represent immigration clients throughout the United States and internationally because immigration law is primarily governed by federal law. Our New Jersey family law practice serves clients in Essex County and surrounding counties.
• Do you represent immigration clients outside New Jersey?
  Yes. Because immigration law is federal, our firm represents clients throughout the United States and abroad in many immigration matters. We also assist clients with cases before USCIS, Immigration Court, the Board of Immigration Appeals, the National Visa Center, and U.S. Embassies and Consulates worldwide.
• How do I know which immigration option is right for me?
  The appropriate immigration strategy depends on your family relationships, immigration history, manner of entry, current status, employment, criminal history, prior applications, and long-term goals. During a consultation, we review your circumstances and explain the immigration options that may be available under current law.
• Can your office help if I am facing deportation or removal proceedings?
  Yes. Our firm represents individuals in Immigration Court and in matters involving Notices to Appear, cancellation of removal, asylum, adjustment of status, waivers, bond hearings, motions to reopen, appeals before the Board of Immigration Appeals, and other forms of relief from removal.
• Can you help someone who has been detained by ICE?
  Yes. We represent certain individuals detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and assist with immigration bond hearings, detained removal proceedings, custody issues, appeals, and other available legal remedies. Eligibility for release depends on the facts of the case and applicable immigration law.
• Can a criminal record affect my immigration status?
  Yes. An arrest, criminal charge, plea, or conviction may affect admissibility, deportability, eligibility for a Green Card, naturalization, asylum, DACA, or other immigration benefits. Immigration consequences depend on the specific statute, elements of the offense, sentence, immigration history, and other factors. Legal advice should be obtained before entering a plea whenever possible.
• Do I need an immigration lawyer to file an application?
  You are not legally required to hire an attorney for most immigration applications. However, immigration law is complex, and filing errors, missing evidence, prior immigration violations, criminal history, or incorrect legal strategies may lead to delays, denials, or removal proceedings. An experienced immigration attorney can evaluate eligibility, identify risks, and prepare a complete and well-supported case.
• Does hiring an attorney guarantee that my case will be approved?
  No attorney can guarantee the outcome of an immigration or family law matter. Decisions are made by government agencies, Immigration Judges, consular officers, and courts. Our role is to provide honest legal advice, prepare your case carefully, protect your rights, and advocate for the strongest outcome available under the law.
• How long will my immigration case take?
  Processing times vary depending on the type of application, visa availability, the government agency handling the matter, the applicant's immigration history, required background checks, and current agency backlogs. We provide general timing information based on the circumstances of your case but cannot guarantee a specific completion date.
• What should I bring to my consultation?
  You should bring any documents related to your legal matter, including passports, visas, Green Cards, immigration notices, court documents, prior applications, criminal records, marriage and birth certificates, financial records, and correspondence from USCIS, ICE, Immigration Court, or the Department of State.
• Does your office handle consultations confidentially?
  Yes. Communications with our office are treated confidentially in accordance with applicable law and professional responsibility rules. Consultations provide an opportunity to discuss your circumstances, understand your legal options, and determine whether our firm is the appropriate fit for your matter.
• How do I schedule a consultation?
  Contact the Law Offices of Cindy Ramjattan-Paul, P.C. at 973-542-0200 or use our online appointment request form. Our office will provide instructions regarding the consultation, required intake information, documents, and applicable consultation fee.