Family immigration
Family petitions, permanent residence, adjustment of status, consular processing, and naturalization.
Explore family optionsIMMIGRATION ATTORNEY • VA · MD · DC
A lawyeryou can trust.
Rigorous immigration advocacy, clear explanations, and a strategy shaped around the circumstances of your case.
Consultations in Spanish, English, and French
Juan Cruz MonticelliABOGADO
ExperienceBefore USCIS, EOIR & BIA
LanguagesEspañol · English · Français
LicensedNew York · Buenos Aires
IMMIGRATION SERVICES
Clear guidance when you need it most.
Every matter starts with listening, identifying legal options, and explaining honestly which path may make sense.
Removal defense
Representation before immigration courts and the BIA, including cancellation and other available defenses.
Understand your defensesAsylum & humanitarian protection
Asylum, withholding of removal, CAT protection, and other humanitarian paths based on each case.
Assess a protection claimDetention & habeas corpus
Strategic review of immigration detention, custody, bond, and potential federal habeas corpus actions.
Discuss a detentionIs a loved one detained by ICE?
Timing can matter. Have their full name, A-number, and detention facility ready, if known.AJ
ABOUT JUAN
Explaining solutions to your immigration problems simply and clearly.
Juan Cruz Monticelli represents people and families in immigration matters before USCIS, immigration courts, and the Board of Immigration Appeals.
Born in Argentina and educated in Buenos Aires and Washington, D.C., Juan has built a career working with governments, communities, and people across the Americas. His practice combines rigorous analysis with direct explanations and respectful service.
- LL.M. · George Washington University
- Law degree · Universidad Católica Argentina
- Spanish · English · French
OUR APPROACH
A process designed to give you clarity.
Listen
We begin by understanding your story, your priorities, and the dates that may affect your case.
Analyze
We review your immigration history, available documents, risks, and potential legal paths.
Build the strategy
We explain the options in plain language and define realistic next steps.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Before your consultation.
What should I prepare?
Gather USCIS or court notices, your passport, A-number, entry and exit history, and any deadlines. If you do not have everything, you may still request a consultation.
Can you help if someone is detained?
Yes. An evaluation often starts with the person’s full name, A-number, and detention location. Depending on the case, bond, custody review, or other legal action may be available.
How long does an immigration case take?
Timing depends on the filing, agency, court, and particular facts. A consultation can identify the stages, known deadlines, and issues that may cause delay.
Does a consultation create an attorney-client relationship?
No. Representation begins only after both parties sign a legal-services agreement.
ANALYSIS & UPDATES
Immigration information for clearer decisions.
Juan’s articles on legal changes, documentation, and practical issues in the United States immigration system.
Read the latest article11
Is Your Relative Missing from the ICE Locator?
A new report about the ICE locator and practical steps for families searching for someone in detention.
LET’S TALK
Start with a clear conversation.
Share basic information about your immigration matter. The form will prepare a message to send directly to Juan’s WhatsApp.
Direct, personalized attention · Washington, D.C., Virginia, and Maryland