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Maria Sánchez-Ley Law Office LLC (Immigration Law)
Immigration Attorney
NO new cases are accepted for Individuals in Detention or in Removal Proceedings.
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ABOUT THE FIRM
A Trusted Advocate for Immigrants
Attorney María Jimena Sánchez-Ley is a Latino immigrant and proud naturalized American citizen. She brings firsthand knowledge of the immigration experience to every case — understanding not just the law, but the human stakes behind it.
With over 15 years of experience, she is licensed in the State of Washington and holds an attorney licensure from a Latin American country, giving her a unique command of both legal systems and cultures.
Because U.S. immigration is federal law, María offers consultations and legal representation nationwide — before USCIS, the National Visa Center and U.S. Consular Posts.
15+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
50+ STATES SERVED
2 LANGUAGES
About Maria Sanchez-Ley Law Office LLC
OUR COMMITMENT
OUR COMMITMENT
OUR COMMITMENT
Every Case Receives Direct Attorney Attention
OUR MISSION
Reunite Families
We help families navigate complex immigration processes to be together.
Obtain Legal Status
We represent lawful pathways for elegible individuals to build their lives in the U.S.
Support Businesses
We help employers bring skilled workers through immigration compliance.
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Every Case Receives Direct Attorney Attention
OUR MISSION
Reunite Families
We help families navigate complex immigration processes to be together.
Obtain Legal Status
We represent lawful pathways for elegible individuals to build their lives in the U.S.
Support Businesses
We help employers bring skilled workers through immigration compliance.
HOW WE WORK
Client-Centered ApproachEvery case is an individual matter. Direct attorney involvement from start to finish.
Global AvailabilityFlexible appointment hours to serve clients across all time zones, worldwide.
Bilingual RepresentationFull legal services in both English and Spanish, without compromise or intermediary.
OUR SERVICES
OUR COMMITMENT
OUR COMMITMENT
01
Affirmative Asylum
Preparation, documentation, and interview preparation for asylum applications filed with USCIS.
02
Family-Based Petitions
Representation for U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents petitioning for qualifying family members.
03
U Visa & T Visa
Advocacy for victims of qualifying crimes and human trafficking seeking immigr
01
Affirmative Asylum
Preparation, documentation, and interview preparation for asylum applications filed with USCIS.
02
Family-Based Petitions
Representation for U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents petitioning for qualifying family members.
03
U Visa & T Visa
Advocacy for victims of qualifying crimes and human trafficking seeking immigration protection and work authorization.
04
VAWA Self-Petitions
Confidential petitions for abused spouses, children, or parents of U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
05
Naturalization
Guidance and application preparation for lawful permanent residents pursuing U.S. citizenship.
06
Fiancé (K-1) Visa
Petition preparation, consular processing, and adjustment of status after marriage in the U.S.
07
EB-3 Employment Visas
Employment-based immigrant petitions with labor certification and adjustment of status support.
08
H-2A Agricultural Visas
Legal support for employers seeking temporary agricultural workers, from labor certification to USCIS filings.
09
TN Visas & Waivers
Temporary employment for Canadian and Mexican professionals, plus inadmissibility waivers (I-601 / I-601A).
Please note:
Attorney Sánchez-Ley does not accept cases involving detained individuals or persons in removal proceedings before an Immigration Court.
WE ARE AT YOUR SERVICE
Education & Admissions
- J.D., Saint Louis University School of Law
Certificate in International & Comparative Law - Bachelor of Laws, Universidad de San Buenaventura – Cali
- Admitted — Supreme Court of Washington State
- Admitted — U.S. District Court, S.D. Illinois
- Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
CONTACT
Schedule a Paid Confidencial Consultation
PHONE
+1 (312) 858-2231
+1 (618) 855-9056
CONFIDENTIAL MEETINGS WITH THE ATTORNEY
By appointment only.
Flexible scheduling for global time zones.
Virtual meetings via Whereby, available
OFFICE LOCATION
The Lodge
231 N. Main Street
Edwardsville, IL 62025
United States