Your future in the United States may depend on the decisions you make today.
An immigration hearing, a pending application, or a family immigration matter can have significant consequences for you and your family. Understand your immigration options before making a decision that could affect your future.
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Which of these situations applies to you?
- You are facing a hearing in immigration court.
- You want to petition for immigration benefits for a family member.
- You need to evaluate options such as asylum, VAWA, or visas for victims.
- You want to apply for U.S. citizenship.
- You want to understand what options may be available before filing an application.
If any of these situations describes your case, our team can help you evaluate the facts and better understand your options.
How can we help you?
Do you have an immigration hearing or are you facing proceedings in immigration court?
We represent individuals in immigration court proceedings, including hearings, motions, appeals, and other matters related to removal proceedings and immigration defense.
Do you want to petition for immigration benefits for a family member?
We help U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents evaluate immigration processes for certain eligible family members.
Have you been a victim of abuse, a crime, or human trafficking?
We evaluate humanitarian protection options such as VAWA, U Visas, and T Visas when the circumstances meet the requirements established by law.
Are you afraid to return to your country of origin?
We represent individuals seeking protection through asylum applications and other available immigration options.
Do you need to evaluate an immigration waiver?
We analyze certain grounds of inadmissibility and the options that may be available based on the specific facts of each case.
Do you want to become a U.S. citizen?
We guide lawful permanent residents who want to evaluate their eligibility and prepare to apply for naturalization.
Why Is It Important to Evaluate Your Situation Before Filing an Immigration Application?
Many immigration processes may appear straightforward when viewed only through the application form. However, your immigration history, previous entries into the United States, prior applications, orders issued by immigration authorities, or certain records may affect a current application.
Before submitting documents, it is important to understand how these factors could affect your situation. A proper evaluation can help identify potential risks, clarify questions, and provide a better understanding of the next steps that may be available.
Every case deserves an individual review based on the actual facts, available documentation, and specific goals involved.
Meet our founding attorneys
Claudia Phaneuf
Claudia represents individuals and families in a variety of immigration matters. Her approach is direct and strategic: reviewing the facts, identifying the issues that require attention, and clearly explaining the next steps so clients can make important decisions about their future in the United States.
Mayerlin Gilot
Mayerlin represents clients whose personal history and circumstances require careful evaluation. Her compassionate and detailed approach is especially important in matters involving humanitarian protection and situations that require individualized attention.
Meet our founding attorneys
Claudia Phaneuf
Claudia represents individuals and families in a variety of immigration matters. Her approach is direct and strategic: reviewing the facts, identifying the issues that require attention, and clearly explaining the next steps so clients can make important decisions about their future in the United States.
Mayerlin Gilot
Mayerlin represents clients whose personal history and circumstances require careful evaluation. Her compassionate and detailed approach is especially important in matters involving humanitarian protection and situations that require individualized attention.
Meet Our Founding Attorneys
Claudia Phaneuf
Claudia represents individuals and families in a variety of immigration matters. Her approach is direct and strategic: reviewing the facts, identifying the issues that require attention, and clearly explaining the next steps so clients can make important decisions about their future in the United States.
Mayerlin Gilot
Mayerlin represents clients whose personal history and circumstances require careful evaluation. Her compassionate and detailed approach is especially important in matters involving humanitarian protection and situations that require individualized attention.
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Committed to Our Community and Immigration Education
Beyond legal representation, we believe in creating a positive impact both within and outside our profession. Our team participates in community initiatives and educational projects designed to inform, support, and create opportunities for the individuals and families we serve.
We believe success also means contributing to the well being of our community. That is why we support initiatives such as Match for Hope, a project focused on creating opportunities and helping children and families build a future with greater possibilities.
Through initiatives like these, we reaffirm our commitment to people both within and beyond the legal field.
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Immigration Representation for Individuals and Families
At Immigration Counsels LLC, we understand that behind every application, hearing, or immigration process is a person seeking stability, protection, or the opportunity to remain together with family.
Our mission is to provide responsible immigration representation, clear communication, and guidance based on the unique circumstances of each case.
We serve clients from our office in Coral Springs, as well as individuals in communities throughout Florida and across the United States who need to understand their immigration options.
Every case is unique and must be evaluated individually.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an attorney to begin an immigration process?
What happens if I received a notice to appear in immigration court?
Can I petition for immigration benefits for a family member?
What options are available for victims of abuse or certain crimes?
Is U.S. citizenship available to all lawful permanent residents?
Before making an important immigration decision, understand your options.
A proper evaluation can help you understand which immigration processes may be available, what risks should be considered, and what the next steps could be based on your circumstances.
Customers’ Testimonials



Mi caso aún continúa, ya que falta cerrar el proceso de asilo y solicitar el perdón correspondiente, pero me siento tranquilo y bien representado. La abogada ha demostrado profesionalismo, conocimiento y compromiso durante cada etapa. Estoy muy agradecido por su trabajo y, basándome en mi experiencia hasta ahora, la recomiendo ampliamente.




Tuve una experiencia extraordinaria tremenda abogada que Dios puso en nuestro camino.mi esposo estuvo preso con ice lo saco en muy poco tiempo y a los dos meses de salir mi esposo ya es residente de los estados unidos gracias a Dios y a ella se la recomiendo 100%. Es una abogada muy profesional y honesta.
La mejor!! Felizmente agradecida

Nuestro agradecimiento en especial a la abogada claudia Phaneuf que lleva nuestro caso y ahora gracias a ella tenemos nuestro permiso de trabajo .un cordial saludo de parte de Francisco ramos salas y Daniela mayorga .
Words cannot express our gratitude to Immigration Counsels LLC for the help they have provided since we began our process with them. They have been so dedicated and efficient, very professional and kind, and their communication has been excellent. They have always been available whenever we had any questions about our case.
Our special thanks go to attorney Claudia Phaneuf, who is handling our case, and thanks to her, we now have our work permit.
Warm greetings from Francisco Ramos Salas and Daniela Mayorga.


