When borders stand between you and the people you love, every single day apart can feel like forever. Wildes & Weinberg P.C. has spent more than 60 years keeping families together in the United States, and yours could be next.
Bringing a spouse, parent, or child to the U.S. is a deeply personal decision. It’s also a complicated one. The process comes with stacks of paperwork, several moving parts, and deadlines you can’t afford to miss, making it difficult to manage without experienced legal counsel.
We’ve never forgotten what sits behind every petition: a real family, waiting to meet their loved ones again. So we do more than fill out forms. We guide you through each stage, spot the roadblocks before they lead to any problem, and advocate hard for your family’s future.
In the 60-plus years since our firm opened its doors, we’ve reunited thousands of families across our great nation. For us, this work isn’t just a job. It’s something we genuinely care about.
Family Immigration is a legal route that lets U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents sponsor certain relatives to live in the country.
Here’s what that can cover:
No two families walk the same path, and that’s precisely why having experienced legal guidance counts for so much.
60+ years of experience in U.S. immigration law. Over six decades of helping families reunite, with a proven record to show for it.
Personal attention in every case. We insist on meeting both spouses in every marriage-based case we accept.
Deep expertise in complex cases. Inadmissibility waivers, Stokes interviews, conditional residence situations, and plenty more fall within our expertise.
A sensitive, caring approach. When families have been kept apart for years, they need more than legal help. They need a team that actually cares, and ours does.
A track record that speaks for itself. Thousands of families have reunited since our firm was founded.
Recognized by major media, including being quoted in The Washington Post.
Offices in multiple locations: New York, New Jersey, Miami, and by appointment in Los Angeles and Tel Aviv.
Wildes & Weinberg P.C. ranks among the most respected immigration law firms in the country. Our attorneys bring decades of hands-on experience to family immigration cases of every level of difficulty.
And one of the most recognized immigration attorneys in the United States. Michael is a former Federal Prosecutor and Mayor in New Jersey. Quoted in The Washington Post, Michael appears regularly in major media coverage of U.S. immigration matters, including on CNN, Fox, and many others.
Clients keep coming back to one thing about Josh: how confident and supported he makes them feel during a process that’s often stressful. Josh formerly worked for the Department of Justice’s Executive Office for Immigration Review, and represents families in complex situations.
With Michael and Josh stands a team of experienced associate attorneys, of-counsel attorneys, and dedicated paralegals, all working together so nothing on your case slips through the cracks.
Every family’s situation is its own, but here’s a general overview of what working with us looks like:
Sit down with our team to talk through your family’s circumstances, your goals, and your eligibility.
Our attorneys review the details, pinpoint the right immigration pathway, and flag any potential challenges early.
We prepare and file the appropriate family-based petition on your behalf, with care and close attention to detail.
We guide you through financial requirements, supporting documents, and any additional filings the case calls for.
If an interview or consular appointment is on the table, we’ll prepare you thoroughly so you can approach the process with confidence.
Green card approval, visa issuance, or waiver grant, we see your case all the way through to the end.
Every family immigration case is different, so costs shift depending on how complex your situation is, the type of visa or petition involved, and whether any waivers or extra filings come into play.
We’re upfront about fees during your initial consultation, and we charge project-based fees, so you’ll know exactly what to expect. No hidden surprises.
Specialization in family immigration. Look for a firm built around this area, not an individual who treats immigration as a side practice.
Experience with complex cases. Waivers, interviews, conditional residence, and inadmissibility issues all demand specific expertise.
Clear communication. You should always know where your case stands and what’s coming next.
A track record you can verify. Real client testimonials and a history of good outcomes say a lot.
Sensitivity and empathy. Family immigration is personal. Your lawyer should treat it that way.
U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents can sponsor certain relatives. Which family members qualify, and how long the process takes, depends on your immigration status, so it pays to talk through your specific situation with an attorney early.
Timelines vary based on the type of petition, the applicant’s country of origin, and current immigration quotas. Some cases wrap up in weeks or months; others take considerably longer. We’ll give you a realistic timeline built around your case.
The interview is when immigration authorities question a couple to confirm their marriage is real. It can feel intimidating, no question. But with solid preparation from an experienced attorney, you’ll know exactly what’s coming. We’ve prepared many clients for these interviews, and often accompany them to them.
An inadmissibility issue can complicate things, but it rarely means the road ends there. Securing the waivers needed to overcome these problems is one of our specialties, and we’ll lay out your options honestly during the consultation.
Yes. We insist on meeting both spouses in every marriage-based case we take on. It’s part of how we build a thorough, accurate, well-prepared case for your family, and part of how we can confirm the relationship is legitimate.
Ready to take the next step toward reuniting your family in the United States? We’re here for it. With over 60 years of experience, a genuinely personal approach, and thousands of families reunited, our team is ready to get to work on your case.
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