About Abdelhadi & Associates — Immigration Dallas Texas
Immigration Dallas clients pursuing green cards, citizenship, and family reunification turn to Abdelhadi & Associates at 8111 Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway. Attorney Husein Abdelhadi and associate attorneys lead a multilingual practice serving clients across Dallas County and North Texas. The firm handles immigration as its core focus along with related criminal defense, family law, and personal injury matters. Clients searching for Dallas immigration counsel often find this firm through referrals, especially among Arabic-speaking communities.
Mr. Abdelhadi’s practice has handled green card applications, citizenship petitions, and family-based immigration cases, including cases where clients received residency and later became eligible for naturalization. Attorney Zainab reportedly supports clients through application paperwork. The firm represents clients from consultation through USCIS interviews, with Mr. Abdelhadi traveling to accompany clients when needed for difficult embassy appointments.
What Clients Say
Reviewers who received green cards through Abdelhadi & Associates describe the firm as professional, friendly, and successful in achieving immigration goals. Clients mention green cards obtained efficiently, citizenship acquired three years after residency, and family members united after long waits. Several reviews specifically mention Mr. Abdelhadi flying in from out of town to attend a spouse’s immigration interview. As with any busy immigration practice, outcomes can vary, which makes consultation and clear expectation-setting especially important.
Immigration Dallas — Practice Areas & Services
- Green card and permanent residency applications
- Naturalization and citizenship petitions
- Family-based immigration (I-130 petitions, spouse visas)
- USCIS interview representation and preparation
- Criminal defense matters affecting immigration status
- Family law and personal injury representation
- Arabic-language client service
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a family-based green card take in Dallas?
Timing depends on category and country of birth. Spouses of U.S. citizens typically see green cards in 12 to 18 months. Siblings of U.S. citizens can wait 15 to 20+ years due to visa backlogs. The USCIS Dallas Field Office processes local cases, with processing times published and updated regularly by USCIS.
Can I become a U.S. citizen after getting a green card?
Generally, green card holders can apply for naturalization after 5 years of continuous residence, reduced to 3 years for spouses of U.S. citizens. Applicants must show good moral character, English proficiency, and pass a civics test. Criminal issues can affect eligibility, which is why immigration-experienced counsel matters.
What happens during a USCIS immigration interview?
USCIS officers review application documents, verify identity, and ask questions about the underlying petition — whether it’s a marriage, employment, or family relationship. Dallas-area interviews are held at the USCIS Dallas Field Office on Stemmons Freeway. Attorney representation helps clients understand what to expect and address difficult questions.
Quick Facts: Immigration in Dallas, Texas
- USCIS Processing Times: Case-type-specific processing times are published and updated by USCIS — USCIS Processing Times Tool
- Dallas Field Office: Located on Stemmons Freeway for adjustment of status interviews — USCIS Dallas
- Dallas Immigration Court: Removal proceedings heard at the EOIR Dallas Immigration Court — EOIR
Related Guide: Immigration Attorneys — ReachAttorneys