About Polatsek, Counsellors-at-Law
Polatsek, Counsellors-at-Law has practiced immigration Fort Lauderdale law exclusively since 1983 — over 40 years of focus on U.S. immigration and nationality matters from a single Broward County office. Lead attorney Frederick Polatsek and the team operate from 500 W. Cypress Creek Road, handling personal and business immigration for individuals, families, professionals, and employers across South Florida. The firm offers free initial consultations and structures fees on a flat-rate basis, which removes billing uncertainty from cases that can otherwise feel unpredictable. For immigrants throughout Broward County looking for experienced representation, the firm’s exclusive immigration focus is a meaningful signal — they do nothing else. Browse Fort Lauderdale immigration attorneys to compare options.
Immigration Fort Lauderdale Services
Polatsek handles the full range of personal immigration — green cards, citizenship applications, deportation defense — and business immigration including employment-based visas (H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1), PERM labor certification, and investor visas (E-1, E-2). The firm also offers the proprietary GreenPath™ structured approach: a four-stage process with milestone tracking and ongoing support that gives clients a clear roadmap through the green card process.
Why Choose Polatsek for immigration Fort Lauderdale Representation
Forty-plus years in one practice area is unusual in any legal market. Polatsek has seen policy cycles, court reversals, and regulatory overhauls that firms founded in the 2010s have not. The GreenPath™ model, flat fees, and hundreds of five-star reviews suggest a practice that has built reliable systems around a consistently complex process. Spanish and Portuguese services extend direct-language access to two of Broward County’s largest immigrant language communities.
Quick Facts
- Practice Area: Immigration Law
- Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida (Broward County)
- Serves: Fort Lauderdale and surrounding Broward County communities
- Website: polatsek.law
- Notable: Exclusive immigration practice since 1983; proprietary GreenPath™ four-stage green card process; Spanish and Portuguese services available — Polatsek, Counsellors-at-Law
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a green card take through the GreenPath process?
The total timeline for a green card depends on the category and the applicant’s country of birth. Immediate relative petitions for spouses of U.S. citizens can be completed in one to two years. Employment-based categories vary significantly — EB-1 cases may move quickly, while EB-3 applicants from high-demand countries can wait years due to visa backlogs. A structured process like GreenPath™ ensures each milestone is met efficiently, but cannot control USCIS or State Department processing times.
What is the difference between an H-1B visa and an L-1 visa for professionals?
An H-1B visa is available to foreign workers in specialty occupations (typically requiring a bachelor’s degree) and is employer-sponsored. An L-1 visa is for intracompany transferees — workers moving from a foreign affiliate or subsidiary to a U.S. entity in a managerial, executive, or specialized knowledge role. H-1B has an annual lottery cap; L-1 does not. The right choice depends on your employer’s relationship to a foreign entity and your role within the organization.
What happens if my green card application is denied by USCIS?
A denial is not necessarily the end of the road. USCIS allows motions to reconsider or reopen in many cases, and appeals to the Administrative Appeals Office are available for certain denial types. If the denial triggers removal proceedings, the case continues in immigration court, where additional forms of relief may be available. Polatsek’s four decades of USCIS and immigration court experience covers all stages of the appeals process.
