ENGAGEMENT LETTER - IMMIGRATION

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[DATE]

[CLIENT NAME]
[CLIENT ADDRESS]

Re: Engagement for Immigration Matter - [CASE TYPE]
Dear [CLIENT NAME]:

Thank you for choosing [LAW FIRM NAME] (the "Firm"). This letter confirms our engagement and summarizes the scope and key terms of representation in your immigration matter (the "Matter").

1. Scope of Representation

The Firm will represent you in connection with:
☐ USCIS petition/application: [FORM TYPE]
☐ Adjustment of status
☐ Consular processing
☐ Naturalization
☐ Removal defense (EOIR)
☐ Other: ________________________

Services outside this scope require a written amendment.

2. Fees and Costs

Your fees are governed by the attached Fee Agreement. You are responsible for costs such as filing fees, biometrics fees, translations, medical exams, expert declarations, and courier charges.

3. Client Responsibilities

You agree to provide complete and accurate information, truthful statements, and required documents. You will notify the Firm of any changes in address, status, arrests, travel plans, or agency correspondence.

4. Government Decisions and Timing

Processing times are controlled by government agencies and may be delayed. The Firm does not control agency decisions and cannot guarantee outcomes.

5. Communications

We will communicate by [EMAIL/PORTAL/MAIL]. You consent to electronic communications, subject to confidentiality risks. Text messaging is used only for scheduling unless you request otherwise.

6. Termination

You may terminate this engagement at any time. The Firm may withdraw as permitted by applicable rules. Fees and costs incurred through termination remain due.

7. File Retention

The Firm will retain your file for [NUMBER] years after the Matter concludes, then may destroy it consistent with applicable rules.

8. Dispute Resolution

Fee disputes may be subject to bar-sponsored arbitration or mediation. Any additional dispute resolution provisions are set forth in the Fee Agreement, if applicable.

9. Acknowledgment and Acceptance

Please sign below to confirm your agreement to this engagement letter and the attached Fee Agreement.

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Agreed and accepted:

______________________________ ______________________________
[CLIENT NAME] [ATTORNEY NAME], [LAW FIRM]
Date: ________________________ Date: ________________________
Enclosures: Fee Agreement; Required Disclosures