In immigration, the difference between good advice and bad representation can shape your future in the U.S. Many people turn to paralegals, notaries, or preparers for speed or affordability—but it’s crucial to understand the real risks of not hiring a licensed attorney.

What can an immigration lawyer do?

A lawyer is a licensed professional who:

• Is authorized to practice law
• Can represent you before USCIS, immigration court, CBP, and more
• Builds customized legal strategies
• Has legal training, ethics, and experience
• Can protect you in critical moments like deportation orders or interviews

What about paralegals or notaries?

Paralegals are not lawyers. In most cases:

• They can’t represent you in legal proceedings
• They can’t appear in court or give full legal advice
• They only fill out forms or hand in documents, without interpretation
• They can’t fix your case if something goes wrong

Many immigrants don’t realize this and trust paralegals, thinking they’re doing the same work as lawyers. Sadly, when something goes wrong, it may be too late to fix.

Why choosing a lawyer could save your case:

• Lawyers understand the law, deadlines, and legal arguments
• They can build a defense or adjustment plan based on your specific case
• They can directly represent you in court or with immigration agencies
• They’re required to follow legal and ethical rules

At Benme Legal, we work with strategy—not guesswork.

Your case shouldn’t be improvised or treated like just another form. Every story is unique, and we build real solutions with legal support, ethics, and experience.

Don’t leave your future in the wrong hands.