Who We Are
About Santana Law Firm, PLLC
15+ Years of Combined Experience Practicing Law In Cuba & the U.S.
Our law firm helps immigrants and refugees adjust their status in the United States. Our Attorney, a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, focuses on Family and Humanitarian-Based Immigration, such as Asylum, Family Petitions, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U-visas, and VAWA. Our Attorney, Marlen, is an immigrant and knows how to help newcomers obtain legal residence. She delivers results with Integrity. We provide virtual immigration services in all 50 States. We are a law firm made up of immigrants and know the importance of obtaining legal status in the United States to create and maintain the life everyone wants.
Virtual Counsel: Attorney Marlen offers phone and video consultations to reduce costs for her clients. She works remotely and maintains a physical office in Tennessee.
International Coverage
Because the Federal government regulates immigration law, we can represent clients in all 50 states and visa applicants worldwide.
Experience & Expertise
Juris Doctor Degree from Nashville School of Law. Licensed Attorney in Tennessee practicing Immigration Law in all 50 States. Over 15 years of combined experience practicing law in Cuba and the U.S.
Flexible Hours
We can set up calls and video appointments by calling our TN office at 615-540-1106. Available any day through FB messenger and email.
No Surprises. Flat Fees
The price on the retainer agreement is the price you will pay.
What We Do
Practice Areas
We serve clients from around the world and the United States. We are well-versed in family-based petitions, legal permanent residency, naturalization, and humanitarian cases such as TPS, DACA, Asylum, U-visas, and VAWA. We take pride in consistently showing results for the most complicated cases.
Visas / Green Cards / VAWA
You may be eligible to apply as a VAWA self-petitioner if you are the victim of battery or extreme cruelty by a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident; you are the abused child (unmarried and under 21 years old) of a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident or the abused parent of a U.S. citizen. You are eligible to apply as an immediate relative of a U.S. citizen or as a relative of a lawful permanent resident under the family-based preference categories. You can apply as a fiancé(e) of a U.S. citizen or the fiancé(e)’s child. You may be eligible to apply as a widow(er) of a U.S. citizen if you are the Widow or widower of a U.S. citizen and were married to your U.S. citizen spouse when your spouse died.
Asylum
We help those who come to the United States seeking protection because they have suffered persecution or fear that they will suffer persecution due to Race, Religion, Nationality, Membership in a particular social group, or Political opinion. If you are eligible for asylum, you may remain in the U.S. You may include your spouse and children in the U.S. on your application when you file or at any time until a final decision is made on your case. You will be able to obtain Employment Authorization while your case is pending.
DACA
You may request a renewal if you meet the initial 2012 DACA guidelines and you: Did not depart the United States on or after Aug. 15, 2012, without advance parole; Have continuously resided in the United States since you submitted your most recent DACA request that was approved; and Have not been convicted of a felony, a significant misdemeanor, or three or more misdemeanors, and do not otherwise pose a threat to national security or public safety.
U.S. Citizenship
If you meet certain requirements, you may become a U.S. citizen at birth or after birth. To become a citizen after birth, you must apply for “derived” or “acquired” citizenship through your parents or for naturalization. Most naturalization applicants must take a test on English and Civics (U.S. history and government). We will help you become a U.S. citizen and provide resources to help you prepare for the naturalization exam.
U Visas
You may be eligible for a U nonimmigrant visa if: • You are the victim of qualifying criminal activity. • You have suffered substantial physical or mental abuse as a result of having been a victim of criminal activity. • You have information about the criminal activity. • You were helpful, are helpful, or are likely to be helpful to law enforcement in investigating or prosecuting the crime. • The crime occurred in the United States or violated U.S. laws. You are admissible to the United States. If you are not admissible, you may apply for a waiver. We will help you obtain the certification by law enforcement that is required to apply for U Visa.
Efficiency & Integrity
Our Process
01
Initial Consultation
The first step is to call our office at 615-540-1106 and schedule an initial consultation. A consultation is an orientation appointment where you will meet in person, by phone, or video chat with our Attorney to explain your case.
02
Case Evaluation
The Attorney will ask you questions about the details of your case and ask to see related documents before she can offer any legal advice or decide whether to take your case.
03
Legal Strategy Development
The Attorney is committed to taking cases that other Attorneys will not; she will use all the research tools available to win your case effectively. She will persist until obtaining the desired result.
04
Action and Representation
Our services include naturalization proceedings, which include counseling, test preparation, and interview assistance. Furthermore, we guide you on every step of the case, help you obtain psychological services for your immigration matter, and reach out to congressional representatives for case assistance.
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Our office does not handle removal/detained cases.
Our attorney has been recognized by the Tennessee Supreme Court for her pro bono work. We accept deserving pro bono work on a case-by-case basis.
The first step is to call our office at 615-540-1106 and schedule an initial consultation. A consultation is an orientation appointment where you will meet in-person, by phone or by video chat with our attorney to explain your case. Immigration law is complex, and every case is unique. The attorney will ask you questions about the details of your case and ask to see related documents before she can offer any legal advice or make a decision as to whether to take your case.
We charge $200 for an initial consultation, a much lower rate than most private law firms around the country.
The wait for an appointment can vary. Virtual appointments are usually quicker than in-person appointments. Please call our office to make your appointment, and we will do everything possible to see you as soon as possible. Our staff is well-trained, bilingual and can assist you in the event you need immediate assistance.
(1) Write out your questions ahead of time.
(2) Bring your initial intake form and paper to take notes
(3) Bring your vital records such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, divorce decrees, passports and if you’ve had any contact with law enforcement before, bring documents related to the incident(s).
(4) Be on time.
(5) When in doubt, bring it to the appointment.
Yes. Every person that works at SLF, from the attorneys to the support staff, speaks fluent Spanish.