Immigration Services in Austin, TX

At the Law Offices of Michael Ponder PLLC, we provide comprehensive, client-focused legal representation across every major area of U.S. immigration and nationality law. Whether you're filing your first family petition, applying for U.S. citizenship, defending against removal, or recovering from family abuse, our bilingual team has the experience to guide you through every step. Every member of our team communicates fluently in English and Spanish.

Our Core Practice Areas

Lawful Permanent Residency (Green Card)

Build your life in the U.S. — permanently. Whether through marriage, a job offer, family, or another path, a green card means you can live, work, and stay here without looking over your shoulder. We'll tell you exactly which path fits and walk you through every step.

United States Citizenship (Naturalization)

You earned your green card. Now claim what comes next: the right to vote, a U.S. passport, the power to sponsor family, and protection that can never be taken away. If you've been a resident for three or five years, you may already qualify. Let's find out.

Low Cost Document and Application Review

Filing your own immigration application? For a flat $900, an experienced attorney reviews every page and tells you exactly what to fix — before you submit.

VAWA

The Violence Against Women Act allows victims of abuse by a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident family member to self-petition for legal status — without their abuser's knowledge or cooperation. Confidential representation with full attorney-client privacy.

Additional Services

Beyond our four core practice areas, we represent clients across the full range of U.S. immigration and nationality law. If you don't see your specific situation listed below, contact us to ask if we handle it.

Family-Based Immigration

- Marriage-based green cards for U.S. citizen and resident spouses

- Immigrant visas processed through U.S. consulates abroad (Consular Processing)

- Green card renewals (I-90) and replacement cards

- Work permits for eligible applicants

- Removal of conditions on residence (I-751 for 10-year green cards)

- Fiancé(e) visas (K-1)

- I-130 Family Petitions for spouses, parents, children, and siblings

- Waivers of inadmissibility ("pardons") for clients with eligibility issues

Humanitarian & Special Programs

- DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) renewals and assistance

- TPS (Temporary Protected Status) applications and renewals

- U visas for victims of certain crimes

- T visas for victims of human trafficking

- VAWA self-petitions for victims of family abuse

- Political asylum applications (affirmative)

Employment-Based Immigration

- Employment-based Adjustment of Status

- Employment-based work permits

- Employment authorization documents (EADs)

Durable Power of Attorney

A Durable Power of Attorney can help protect your children and your family if you are detained, deported, hospitalized, or otherwise unable to care for them. Through this legal document, you can authorize a trusted family member or friend to make important decisions for your children, including medical care, school matters, housing, and daily needs.

Why Clients Choose the Law Offices of Michael Ponder

You don't need a huge firm to get a great result. You need an experienced attorney who will personally handle your case, return your calls, and guide you through every step. When you hire our office, you receive:

- Personal attention from a senior immigration attorney — not just a paralegal

- Fully bilingual service — every member of our team communicates fluently in English and Spanish

- 20+ years of experience in immigration law

- 179+ five-star Google reviews from clients we've helped

- A clear, honest assessment of your case — including risks and realistic likelihood of success

- Payment plans available for most cases

- Direct access to attorneys via phone, email, WhatsApp, and in-person appointments

Meet the team that will handle your case — visit our Meet Our Team page to learn about each member of our bilingual immigration team.

Ready to Discuss Your Case?

Every immigration case is different. The right strategy depends on your specific situation — your history, your family, your goals, and the current state of immigration law. We help you make informed decisions in a confidential, no-pressure consultation.

Please schedule a consultation to discuss these options further with us.

If you have any questions about the immigration process or about our team, you can learn more with our FAQs.