About Us
Focused Immigration Guidance, With Clear Next Steps
We are a law firm exclusively focused on immigration law in the United States, providing knowledgeable and personalized legal support for individuals and families navigating the U.S. immigration system.
- Founder and Managing Attorney. First-generation American attorney practicing law since 2009, focused on U.S. immigration law. The firm is the successor to the law practice founded by attorney Victor Cuco in 1978. Admitted to practice law in Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Virginia. Languages: English, Portuguese, French, and Spanish.
- Our headquarters is in Arlington, Virginia. We serve clients in the DMV and nationwide on federal immigration matters. Miguel Palmeiro is admitted in Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Virginia. Ana Catita is admitted in Washington, D.C. only and Annah Seaford in North Carolina only; neither is admitted in Virginia, and each practices exclusively federal immigration law before USCIS and the immigration courts (EOIR).
Meet Our Attorneys
First-generation American attorney practicing law since 2009, focused on U.S. immigration law. Founder and Managing Attorney of the Law Office of Miguel Palmeiro, LLC. Admitted to practice law in Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Virginia.
Ana Catita is an immigration attorney admitted in Washington, D.C. only (not admitted in Virginia); she practices exclusively federal immigration law before USCIS and the immigration courts (EOIR). She holds an LL.M. from George Mason University, as well as a Juris Doctor and a Master’s degree from Portugal. Ana is fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. Before becoming an immigration attorney, Ana gained extensive experience working as an immigration paralegal.
Annah Seaford is an immigration attorney admitted in North Carolina only (not admitted in Virginia); she practices exclusively federal immigration law before USCIS and the immigration courts (EOIR). She holds a J.D. from George Mason University and a B.A. from Appalachian State University. She began as an intern at the Law Office of Miguel Palmeiro and is experienced in a variety of family-based and humanitarian cases.
Questions & Answer
1. What types of immigration services do you offer?
We assist with a wide range of U.S. immigration matters, including family petitions, employment visas, green card applications, citizenship, and deportation defense.
2. How do I schedule a consultation with your law office?
You can schedule a consultation by visiting our Contact Page or calling our office directly. We offer personalized guidance based on your case.
3. What should I bring to my first consultation?
Bring all relevant documents regarding your immigration status, previous applications, notices from USCIS, and any identification documents. This allows us to assess your situation accurately.
4. How long does the immigration process usually take?
Processing times vary depending on the type of petition or application and the current USCIS backlogs. During your consultation, we provide an estimated timeline tailored to your case.