Compassionate
Immigration
Representation

When immigration status stands in the way of achieving your goals it is time to contact Liechty Law PLLC. Whether you are not ready to leave the U.S. or you are looking for a path to get yourself, a loved one, or an employee to the United States, Liechty Law is ready to provide compassionate and tenacious U.S. immigration legal representation.

Meet Attorney Erin Liechty

Liechty Law founder, Erin Liechty, is dedicated to providing compassionate and strategic immigration representation for immigration matters ranging from routine to complex.

  • Over the past five years, Erin has assisted hundreds of immigrants and refugees with their immigration matters. After earning her B.A. in International Development and her J.D. from University of Michigan Law School, cum laude, Erin completed two refugee law fellowships in Toronto, Canada and Cairo, Egypt. She then returned to the United States to practice immigration law in New York and then Michigan. Over the years, Erin has honed her ability to educate clients on complex legal matters, listen to and understand the complexities and nuance of clients' situations, and provide the extra support clients need when facing stressful immigration matters.

    Bar Admission: New York State, 2020

  • Everyone's story matters. Erin understands that immigration matters can touch on an individual's most vulnerable or sensitive life details whether that be family relationships, persecution, or abuse. Erin will spend the time to thoughtfully drill down into the facts of your case in order to give you an accurate picture of your immigration situation and provide compelling representation.

  • Erin empathizes with the gravity of what is at stake in immigration cases. Family unity, safety, or moving to the United States for a better life are goals that cannot be underestimated. Erin will provide tenacious advocacy that matches the importance of your immigration goals.

  • Growing up visiting family in Costa Rica, Erin began to appreciate international travel, language, and culture at a young age. Her fascination with culture led her to study Spanish in Paraguay in high school and Arabic in Jordan during college. Erin is a world traveler and enjoys connecting with people from other cultures. Erin's multicultural experience helps her better communicate and collaborate with clients from across the globe, appreciating that we hold different values and communicate uniquely.

  • Erin has experience communicating in Spanish with dozens of clients from Central America and Mexico.

Erin Liechty

Services

  • Bring your loved ones to the U.S. 

    Are you looking to bring a family member to the United States? We would love to discuss your options with you. Whether your family member has a history of unlawful presence in the United States, a criminal record, previous deportation(s), or other history that you believe would make him or her ineligible for residency, please reach out to discuss your family member’s options.

    Family-based Immigrant Visas

    o   I-130 Petition for Noncitizen Relative (spouse, child, parent)

    o   Expedited Processing Requests

    o   Removal of Conditions on Residency

    o   + Adjustment of Status (from a nonimmigrant visa to an immigrant visa)

    o   + Consular Processing (embassy interview process)

    Waivers

    o   I-601 Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility (fraud and misrepresentation) and I-1601(A) Provisional Waiver of Unlawful Presence

    o   Vaccine requirement waivers

  • Protect your rights in immigration court.

    If you are in the United States and are unsure you have the proper documentation to stay here, or if you are already in immigration court proceedings, Liechty Law can help you navigate the deportation process or make preemptive plans to be able to avoid removal and preserve your ability to stay in the United States now or return at a later time.

  • Bring valuable employees to the U.S. or find an employment-based avenue to come to or stay in the United States.

    Employment-based Immigrant Visas

    o   EB-1A Persons with Extraordinary Ability (self-petition)

    o   EB-1B Outstanding Professors and Researchers (requires job offer)

    o   EB-1C Multinational Managers or Executives (requires job offer)

    o   EB-2 Professionals Holding Advanced Degrees and Persons or Exceptional Ability (requires labor certification if no national interest waiver)

    o   EB-2 National Interest Waiver

    o   EB-2 Physician National Interest Waiver 

    o   EB-3 Skilled Workers, Professionals, and Unskilled Workers (Other Workers)

    o   Ministers of Religion

    o   + Adjustment of Status (from a nonimmigrant visa to an immigrant visa)

    o   + Consular Processing (embassy interview process)

    Employment or Education-based Non-immigrant Visas

    o   H-1B Specialty Occupations

    o   J-1 Exchange Visitor

    o   J-1 Waivers of Two-Year Residency Requirement

    o   O-1 Individuals with Extraordinary Ability or Achievement

    o   R-1 Nonimmigrant Religious Workers

  • Enjoy the benefits of U.S. citizenship.

    The most stable status one can have in the United States is that of a United States citizen. As a citizen, you will be able to vote in U.S. elections, travel without limitations and always know you can return to the United States, and you will have greater or more advantageous opportunities to petition for your family members. If you are interested in becoming a United States citizen, Liechty Law is here to help. 

  • If you have complicated or adverse immigration history and you’re not sure where to go next, we can file Freedom of Information Act requests to obtain your immigration records and then review your immigration history and recommend next steps to achieve your immigration goals.

  • Humanitarian Applications

    o   Asylum, Withholding of Removal, and Protection under the Convention Against Torture (affirmatively or defensively if also representing the individual in removal proceedings)

    o   VAWA petitions (based on domestic violence)

    o   T-Visa (victim of severe form of trafficking)

    o   U-Visa (victim of crime)

    o   Temporary Protected Status

    o   Advanced Parole

Testimonials

  • Siam

    Erin was very helpful with my case and provided everything I needed to fight the case and always made sure we were comfortable with her.











  • Natasha

    Erin was a wonderful support to me while I was applying for a green card. She broke down a very complicated process into simple terms and helped me understand the different forms and documents to submit. I was able to get my green card in 5 months with no RFEs. Highly recommend Erin!







  • Lindsay

    When we had to get my husband’s green card, it completely stressed us out and left us overwhelmed. Not only was Erin knowledgeable about the process but went above and beyond in helping us through each step: answering our thousands of questions, encouraging us when we were frustrated, connecting us with others who could help us and showing us an incredible amount of patience and care in the process. Everything went off without a hitch and we received my husband’s green card with joyous celebration!

Ready To Take Action?

Schedule a 30-minute consultation with Erin Liechty to explore your immigration options.

FAQs

  • While some immigration matters may seem straightforward, it is important to note that some language in the forms has specific legal meanings you would not be aware of.

    Immigration processes can be very lengthy and the cost of your seemingly minor error may mean tacking on months or even years to your immigration process. Put your mind at ease and let an expert handle your case.

    For immigration court proceedings specifically, legal representation has been statistically proven to greatly increase one's likelihood of winning some form of relief from removal.

  • If you're currently without immigration status, you may still have pathways to legalize your status depending on your specific circumstances. Whether you're eligible for family-based petitions, asylum, or other forms of relief, we can assess your situation and discuss the options available to you.

  • If you've received a Notice to Appear, it means you're scheduled for a hearing in immigration court. It's critical to consult with an experienced immigration attorney as soon as possible to evaluate your case and build a defense. At Liechty Law PLLC, we can help you navigate the removal process, protect your rights, and explore options to stay in the U.S.

  • Bringing a family member to the U.S. often involves family immigration petitions. The process depends on your relationship and your family member's immigration history. Whether they have a prior deportation, criminal record, or other concerns, Liechty Law is here to help you navigate the process and explore their eligibility for a visa or residency.

  • If you're facing deportation, you need immediate legal assistance to defend your right to remain in the U.S. Liechty Law PLLC specializes in Removal Defense and can represent you in immigration court, help you file necessary applications, and work to prevent deportation. We aim to preserve your ability to stay in the U.S. or return in the future.

  • Criminal matters can have serious consequences for your immigration status. This can be true even if the case involves what in your mind was a minor offense. It's essential to consult an immigration attorney before accepting any plea deal. Liechty Law PLLC can help you understand the impact of criminal charges and work to minimize the risk to your immigration status.

  • U.S. citizenship is the most stable legal status in the United States. It allows you to vote, travel freely without jeopardizing your U.S. status, and sponsor family members you would not otherwise be able to. It is never too early to look into naturalization since you will need to understand the requirements and make sure you do not accidentally disqualify yourself.

    • Vote in elections

    • Travel freely without the worry of losing your status

    • Sponsor family members more efficiently

    • Access additional legal protections and rights under U.S. law

Let’s Connect.

Let’s Connect.

We would love to start to learn more about your story and what brings you search for immigration assistance. Please contact Liechty to share your story and immigration concerns.