Your first 20-minute consultation with Attorney Fitenko: case review, red flag identification, strategic roadmap. Bilingual EN/RU.
Your first immigration lawyer meeting at Fitenko Law is a confidential, strategic conversation designed to give you real answers, not generic information. The consultation typically lasts 45 to 60 minutes and is conducted directly by attorney Ekaterina Fitenko, either in person at our Miami office, by video, or by phone. There is no obligation to retain the firm afterward. The goal is simple: by the end of the call, you should understand where you stand under US immigration law, what options are realistically available to you, and what the path forward looks like. Everything you share is protected by attorney-client privilege from the moment the consultation begins.
To make the most of your time, we ask that you gather a few key documents in advance. These typically include your passport (biographical page and all visa stamps), your most recent I-94 arrival record from the CBP website, any prior USCIS receipts, approval notices, or denials (I-797 forms), and copies of previous visa applications if available. If your case involves family, bring marriage certificates, birth certificates for children, and your spouse's immigration documents. Clients may upload everything in advance through our secure client portal, which allows attorney Fitenko to review your file before you even sit down, making the consultation far more productive.
The meeting is structured in three focused phases. Phase 1 is a deep case review: we walk through your complete immigration history, current status, employment or family situation, and long-term goals, building a precise timeline. Phase 2 identifies red flags that could derail a case later, such as prior visa denials, unlawful presence, criminal history, misrepresentation issues, or status violations. Phase 3 is the strategic roadmap, where attorney Fitenko outlines which visa pathways fit your profile, the optimal filing sequence, realistic timelines, and potential backup options if the primary strategy encounters obstacles at USCIS or a consulate.
Within a few business days, you receive a written summary of the recommendations discussed, along with a clear fee proposal and retainer agreement if you choose to engage the firm. You are under no pressure to decide on the spot. Many clients take time to compare options, and we respect that process. If you do move forward, all subsequent communication, filings, and client meetings can be conducted in both English and Russian, depending on your preference. This bilingual continuity ensures nothing is lost in translation, particularly around nuanced legal terminology that can significantly affect case outcomes.
Unlike high-volume immigration mills where a paralegal conducts the intake, every consultation at Fitenko Law is handled personally by attorney Ekaterina Fitenko. You speak directly with the lawyer who will later sign your filings. Consultations are fully bilingual in English and Russian, and the emphasis is always on strategy rather than volume. Whether your situation points toward investor and business visas, employment-based immigration, family-based petitions, or citizenship and naturalization, you leave the meeting with a clear plan, not a sales pitch.
Contact Russian-speaking immigration attorney Ekaterina Fitenko. Consultations available in English and Russian.
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