In other instances the attorney files matters with the INS Service Center and U.S. consular posts abroad. The attorney prepares the government forms for filing with the INS, Department of Labor or Department of State. In other instances, the attorney provides consulting services to employers on matters such as documentation compliance, wage and employer sanction issues. For example, an immigration firm which specializes in deportation may concentrate on federal appellate work. The Present Landscape Most immigration lawyers practice in one or two, but not all of the many specialties within immigration law.
Immigration law is vast, complex and ever-changing.
The sources of immigration law are often hidden. For example, an internal memo written by the INS Deputy Commissioner could well be the authoritative source on a particular issue of law. Every year, new legislation, regulations and government agency announcements have profound impact on immigration law practice. Despite the inherent complexities of immigration law, all clients expect their immigration counsel to be expert in their particular matter. Thus, most business immigration attorneys do not dabble in deportation and vice-versa.