I HELP IMMIGRANTS WIN CASES
Hi. I’m Carlos Batara. My offices have handled legal matters for clients from over 40 states and 125 different countries. I could not have scripted a better career than what I have today – the opportunity to help families, and to learn from the richness of cultures, from all corners of the world.
My goal is to assist at least one immigrant from every nation in the world before I call it quits.
No matter where you live, near or far, across the street, in another city, state, or country, our virtual law office can help guide you to success. Our ability to protect, defend, and guide clients is not limited by time or location.
If you’re here, perhaps now is the time to help you.
DOES THIS SOUND LIKE YOU?
You heard rumors. Despite problems in your spouse’s past, a friend has told you,"You don't need a lawyer. Family visas are easy. You just need to write a letter for your husband’s waiver. Just find someone who has been there to help you with your papers. Go to a notario or immigration consultant." You are not sure if you can trust such advice.
You were told you have no case. Maybe your application for permanent residence was denied. Or the government sent you a letter stating they are intending to deny it within the next thirty days. You feel helpless. You do not know if you should give up or keep fighting.
Your paperwork looks simple. You are planning to marry a citizen from another country while you continue to live in the United States. You want to file for a fiancé visa. Some of the questions seem confusing. You want to avoid hidden problems. You fear making a mistake that kills your chances of being together with the love of your life.
Yet . . .
You’ve heard bad stories about immigrants who were misled by those who were supposed to help them. Doing nothing, simply giving up, or filing papers you do not understand does not feel right.
IF YES, THEN I CAN HELP YOU
Of course, I cannot guarantee you will win your case. No attorney can. But I will tell you this.
Give me 30 minutes. I will help you gain clarity about your situation - and take control of your immigration goals.
Because I refuse to take a cookie-cutter approach to assessing your chances for victory, the road to clarity begins with a personalized strategy and planning session.
In our time together, I will dive into the ins and outs of your situation, and provide you with my opinion about the obstacles you might have to face. I will explain potential courses of action.
You will feel heard, cared about, informed, educated, and empowered to make the best decisions for yourself and those who matter most to you.
That I can and do promise.
And there are no strings attached. You are under no obligation to hire my office.
OUR STRATEGY AND PLANNING SESSION CAN CHANGE YOUR IMMIGRATION FUTURE
Don’t think of our first meeting as a mere 5 or 10 minute consultation.
Rather, our meeting with you is a personalized strategy and planning session where we will try to figure out what you can and cannot do, what you should and should not do.
The real time limit is simple. If it takes longer than 30 minutes, that’s A-okay. We take as long as needed to really study your case and offer you our best advice.
Our goal is to provide you with clarity – with information you can understand and trust – to help you take control of your case and achieve your immigration goals.
And it does not matter where you live, near or far. Whether you reside in another city, state, or country, our virtual law office can help guide you to success.
HERE’S HOW IT WORKS
CALL OUR OFFICE
Immigration law doesn’t have to be confusing. You don’t have to live in fear of being deported and separated from your family. A comprehensive 30-minute Strategy And Planning Session will take the stress out of not knowing your options first-hand.
MEET WITH CARLOS
Every case is unique. We refuse to take cookie-cutter approaches to your case. After we discuss the ins and outs of your immigration and family situation, Carlos will outline your chances for success and how to overcome obstacles standing in your way.
NO PRESSURE - NO FALSE PROMISE
Hiring a lawyer is a big investment, and we will not pressure you to hire us or push you into a plan you don’t understand. If we cannot help you, we will tell you. We will not take your case, unless we believe we can make a difference for you and your family.
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT CARLOS
"If Carlos Batara takes your case, you can be sure he will do his best to help you."
- Maria Fernandez
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“I lost my case at immigration court. I did not know what to do. I started calling lawyers. None of them made me feel good about my case. Most of them did not give me hope and some said there was nothing I could do.
Then I found out about Carlos. After talking to him on the telephone, we made an appointment for Saturday. I had less than 10 days to file my appeal with the BIA. Carlos had a different attitude than the other lawyers. He said that he needed to read my papers before giving me an opinion. I emailed almost 100 pages to him. I drove 2 ½ hours to his office.
He surprised me when he said that he saw an angle to challenge the judge’s decision. He did not sugarcoat my situation. He told me that the issue would be brand new. He had never seen or heard anyone raise it before. He made it clear there were no guarantees but that he would do his best. Carlos seemed sincere. I believed he was telling me the truth. I also knew he went to Harvard and Harvard guys are pretty intelligent. So I hired him.
For two years, I lived in fear of losing and being deported. Then I received a letter from the Board of Immigration Appeals. I was scared to open it. The letter said I won. I felt numb. I started crying. From the bottom of my heart, thank you, Mr. Batara."
-- Joseph Talanay, Rancho Cucamonga, California
-"My husband started immigration papers for me 15 years ago. We divorced. He didn’t finish the papers. I raised my son alone. I was afraid every day about deportation. Sometimes I couldn’t sleep. I was afraid to talk about my situation. One day a close friend told me to call Carlos and see what he had to say.
What I liked about Carlos was the way he paid attention to details. He asked me about things I had trouble remembering. He asked for old papers. I liked how he explained why he needed to look at them.
Right before Christmas Day, immigration closed my case. Carlos told me they made a mistake and he would fight to get my case opened again. I was worried. But he was right. My interview was rescheduled. Carlos got me ready for the interview and he was there with me. I won. Thanks to Carlos. Now I have a green card and a new life."
-- Guadalupe Cervantes, Murrieta, California
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Our experience with Attorney Batara was excellent! He’s full of knowledge and he won’t take any case just to make money. He’s very selective and works hard to win. If he thinks that he cannot put up a good fight, he tells clients straight up.
After meeting with over 10 attorneys all over Southern California, he was the only one willing to take and fight our difficult case. It was not an easy situation. All the other attorneys we saw repeatedly mentioned that I was going to be penalized with a 10 year bar and that there was no way around it. They all suggested not to do anything. They said just “wait until the law changes.”
My husband and I didn’t want that. We wanted to start our family and live like a normal couple. We were not sure the law would ever change. We finally came across the Law Offices of Mr. Batara and he was the light at the end of our tunnel. He saw a way to win my case. He agreed to help us.
The law has not changed – but we won anyway. I strongly recommend Mr. Batara to anyone who needs immigration help. During the case, he kept telling me, “Don’t panic, Hispanic.” He meant it. If he takes your case, you can be sure he will do his best to help you.”
-- Maria Fernandez, Riverside, California
OUR VIRTUAL LAW OFFICE CAN HELP GUIDE YOU TO SUCCESS WHEREVER YOU LIVE
Wherever You Live Far Away, In Another State,
Or Across The Ocean, We're Here To Help You
Or Across The Ocean, We're Here To Help You
For clients who prefer working with us in the comfort of a traditional conference room, we have physical offices in Southern California to meet face-to-face.
For clients who live in far away cities, other states, or across the ocean, we provide online immigration services. Our ability to help clients is not limited by time and location.
Clients can access our law office 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from any location nationwide or across the globe through a secure internet connection.
This means you have the flexibility to communicate with us after you put the kids to bed, on the weekends, early in the morning before work, or any other time it is convenient for you.
Our global immigration case management system was pioneered over 20 years ago - because clients deserve the best value possible, wherever they were born, wherever they live.
And, as an online immigration law office, we have been able to care for, protect, and guide clients from over 120 different countries gain the privilege to work and live legally in the United States.
FREE TRAINING: SECRETS TO PRESENTING AND WINNING I-601 WAIVERS
GET TO KNOW CARLOS BETTER
Most folks know very little about their attorneys.
If you become my client, I’ll ask a lot of questions about your life. I assume you’d like to know some details about mine.
Let’s get started.
EARLY LIFE
The practice of immigration law is more than just a job. Helping others to live, work, and go to school legally in the United States is not just my profession. It is part of my family heritage.
My father came to the United States from the Philippines. My mother, a U.S. citizen, was a first generation child of immigrants with family roots in Mexico and Spain, as well as Native American, Greek, and Turkish ancestry.
I sometimes ask myself, if he was still alive, how would my father’s application to become a permanent resident and U. S. citizen have been handled by the U. S. government today?
Would my father have needed to hire an immigration attorney to help him? How would that attorney have helped him as a client? How would that attorney have treated him as a person?
EDUCATION
I attended the University of Southern California (USC) on a Ford Foundation Fellowship, earning degrees in International Relations and Economics. I earned my law degree at Harvard Law School, which I had the fantastic fortune of also attending on a scholarship.
As part of my legal studies, I participated in Harvard’s joint venture with Tufts University’s Fletcher School of International Law and Diplomacy. Since I enjoyed learning about different cultures and countries, I thought about becoming a Foreign Service officer.
At the time I did not realize how valuable my international relations and diplomacy education would one day serve immigration clients from across the globe.
CAREER
I opened my first law office in San Diego in 1993. I began practicing immigration law immediately – helping clients win green cards, lawful permanent residence, naturalization, and citizenship cases. Within two years I opened a second office in Escondido, California.
Requests for our assistance continued to grow. After winning some tough cases in San Diego and Escondido, I decided to expand our services into the Counties of San Bernardino and Riverside (where my main office is now located).
Our services are now nationwide and global in nature. We have assisted clients residing not just in California – but at last count, in over 40 states and 125 different countries.
COMMUNITY AND FAMILY
I have been active in civic affairs since my teenage years. While in college, I was trained as a community organizer by Cesar Chavez and the United Farm Workers. For many years, before and after law school, I used these skills to coordinate local, state, and national political campaigns.
After law school, I was recruited to create a community-based program to combat adult illiteracy by the State of California. Based on the program’s success, similar projects were given birth throughout the state. The program received numerous accolades.
For my efforts, I was given “The Key To The City” by the City Council of National City, where the pilot program began. Little did people know that I had privately dedicated the undertaking to my father, who did not know how to fluently read or write in English.
When it comes to helping immigrants, I do not believe being a lawyer is enough.
Thus, I voluntarily sponsor annual citizenship drives and monthly local training forums on immigration issues in the Southern California area. A few years back, I was honored to be elected as the American Bar Association National Chairperson of the Solo and Small Firm Immigration Law Committee.
I author fairly popular blog posts on immigration law, politics, and policy, which attempt to provide unique, authentic, and sometimes controversial insights about immigration news, events, and rules.
Recently, I kicked off a talk show, “Immigration Live,” featuring grassroots leaders and immigrants sharing insights to help guide you, your family, and your friends on the journey to immigration success.
I live in Riverside County with my wife and two children. My oldest son is also a lawyer, specializing in Family Law.
When time permits, I enjoy jogging, backyard barbecues, and playing basketball. I like to read, of course, and my favorites are political essays, social nonfiction, and world literature.
Last but not least, I love music and, as you might suspect, I am a strong supporter of USC Trojans football and sports. Fight on!
THE IMMIGRATION MASTERMIND PODCAST
Tips, insights, and tidbits in easy-to-understand 3-5 minute snippets.
IMMIGRATION PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS VIDEOS
Immigration law is complicated. It doesn’t have to be mysterious.
14 Tips For Surviving Your Green Card Marriage Fraud Interview
What Immigrants Need To Know About Requests For Evidence
VAWA Secrets: 10 Facts That Help Prove Extreme Cruelty and Abuse
Motions To Reopen And Reconsider: How To Overcome Green Card Denials
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT CARLOS
"Carlos saved my family, and most importantly, he saved our little girl's father from being taken from her."
- Dana Velasquez
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"Carlos and all his team did a brilliant job on our I-601 waiver. We tried to do it with a law firm in Philadelphia but all 4 years we were just going in circles. They were lying to me about their I-601 waiver experience in order to get one more client. So we just wasted our time and money, some of which they gave back to us.
From our first conversation with Carlos I noticed that he knows much more than I would imagine, even though I spend last 4 years studying this process. His questions where unusual but they had very deep meaning and common sense. Also he finds out that I have much more grounds for our I-601 waiver and a lot of supporting circumstances that definitely helped us to win the case. Overall all the preparation, building the case and USCIS processing time took around 7 months until we get an approval notice.
I just want to say thank you so much from all of my family to the Carlos and all his warm and friendly team !!!”
-- Roman Selyuzhytskyy, Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania
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"From the first time I spoke with Mr. Batara, I knew I was in good hands. He listened very closely and explained what needed to be done to help me. At the time I lived in Fairbanks, Alaska and of course he is in California. He took the time to go all the way to Alaska in order to be with me on my court day. Honestly, who does that? Well, he does.
I was on the verge of deportation but now I can proudly say that I am a US Citizen. He changed my life completely. I can’t thank him enough for what he did for me. If anyone is in need of a great attorney, you have one in him. He is very professional, kind, understanding and will do whatever is necessary to give you the help needed. I highly recommend him, not only is he an outstanding attorney, he’s a great man and a wonderful human being.
That was years ago. I needed information not too long ago. I called him and he still took the time to help me. Amazing! I want to thank you Mr. Batara along with all who worked with you to help change my life. May God Bless you always."
-- Irene Moncada, Prescott Valley, Arizona
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"My husband and I started the process for his permanent residency in 2013. We received our first denial along with a deportation notice months later. We decided to go through a local immigration attorney. At the time we were in a severe time crunch. The appeal was denied and my husband faced deportation for the second time.
Luckily, we had been researching a few months before this happened and found Carlos Batara. I immediately made an appointment for a consultation. He asked us to send him copies of the documents we filed and the two denials.
One day later we talked again. Carlos explained what was going on in our case. He said that he wanted to make sure we understood how hard it is to win these types of appeals. He told us what he thought needed to be done to overcome the denial. He said it would be a lot of work on our part. He did not promise we would win. However Carlos was confident there were good points in our favor.
We had to move fast and immediately started working on our case. We were in constant contact with one another getting all of the necessary documents together. Carlos was sure to cover all of the bases and not miss a step to give the government a chance to try to deny our appeal again.
After months of waiting for the decision, I am proud to say my husband was finally approved for his permanent residency! I am certain without the hard work of Carlos Batara, our appeal would not have been successful. He saved my family, and most importantly, he saved our little girl’s father from being taken from her.
I am so very thankful that we found Carlos Batara. He is definitely a godsend and is very knowledgeable. I cannot thank him enough!"
-- Dana Velasquez, Salem, Virginia
The Batara Immigration Law Promise
We promise to make your family's experience with our office one of trust and confidence. To always listen, so together we make the best possible decisions. To figure out your strengths and weakness at the start. To never push you into a plan you don't understand. We promise to always be passionate about the work we perform. To never take cookie-cutter approaches. To never leave an issue unexamined.
We make this promise because helping you, your spouse, your family put your best case forward is what we do.
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