Get a written agreement that states what the attorney will do and how he or she will charge you, by time or project. Ask if you will receive copies of the attorney’s work product as the case proceeds–at Scott D. Pollock & Associate, P.C., we provide representation agreements, copies of all documents, and monthly account statements to our clients. Be sure your attorney is a good communicator and available. You should understand as much as your attorney about your case. Don’t trust an attorney who says she has connections or special access to Government officials. They are either lying or setting you up for big problems in the future. Immigration is a complex field. If an attorney’s promises seem too good to be true, they just may be. With the right attorney, hopefully the Government will approve your case without too much work. Be prepared for a fight with a trustworthy attorney on your side.  Persistence often pays off in the end.