Areas of Practice

Immigration Law Overview

At WINELI Legal, we simplify the complexities of U.S. immigration and nationality law. Out team expertly handles a wide range of issues including green cards, U.S. citizenship, U Visas, DACA, and renewals. Located in Dallas County, WINELI Legal serves clients nationwide and internationally, offering clear, effective legal support to help you achieve your immigration goals with confidence.

Real Estate

Contract Law

Family Immigration

We specialize in family immigration services to help you reunite with loved ones and achieve your goal of permanent residence in the U.S. Individuals seeking to live permanently in the United States can do so with sponsorship from an immediate relative who is at least 21 years old and a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident. We offer comprehensive support for family-based visas, green cards, and citizenship.

Our services include assistance with:

  • Family-Preference Green Cards,

  • B-1/B-2 Visitor Visas,

  • F-1/M-1 Student Visas,

  • K-1 Fiancé(e) Visas, and

  • I-601A Waivers of Inadmissibility.

Let us help make your dream of living in the U.S. a reality with expert guidance and personalized solutions.

Citizenship Applications

If you need a citizenship attorney, WINELI Legal can screen you for citizenship eligibility.

To apply for U.S. citizenship through the process of naturalization, you must meet the following requirements:

  1. 18 years of age or older at time of filing Form N-400;

  2. Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) for at least 5 years or 3 years if LPR was through spouse;
    Demonstrate that your spouse has been a USC for at least 3 years at the time you file
    Demonstrate that you and your spouse have lived in marital union for at least 3 years at the time you file

  3. Lived within the state or district where you claim residence for at least 3 months prior to filing;

  4. Physical presence for 2 ½ years at the time of filing (18 months if LPR was through spouse); and

  5. Good moral character for at least 5 years prior to filing and during the period leading to administration of the Oath of Allegiance (statutory period).

You may be eligible to file your Form N-400 up to 90 days before you meet the required 5-year or 3-year period of continuous residence as an LPR.

As part of the naturalization process, you will be required to understand the English language, including the ability to read, write and speak words in ordinary usage and pass a civics exam to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of U.S. history and the form and principles of government of the United States.  

Exemptions to the English Language Test (reading/writing) Related to Age and Time as an LPR

  • 50 years of age or older and have lived in the United States as an LPR for periods totaling at least 20 years at the time of filing.

  • 55 years of age or older and have lived in the United States as an LPR for periods totaling at least 15 years at the time of filing.

  • 65 years of age or older and have lived in the United States as an LPR for periods totaling at least 20 years at the time of filing (also comes with a simplified version of the civics test – 10 questions and you must get 6 questions correct.

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Deferred Action (DACA)

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) is a U.S. immigration policy that permits certain individuals brought to the U.S. as children to remain here for two years with work authorization. DACA recipients can renew their status every two years.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Arrived in the U.S. before age 16

  • Born after June 15, 1981

  • Resided continuously in the U.S. since June 2007

  • Physically present in the U.S. on June 15, 2012

  • Entered without inspection before June 15, 2012, or had an expired visa on June 15, 2012

  • Currently attending high school or have a high school diploma or GED

At WINELI Legal, we assess your eligibility, review your supporting documents, and handle the completion and submission of your application to the Department of Homeland Security.

For some, a real estate transaction is the biggest financial decision they have ever made. They might be buying a home for the first time, selling a home after their kids have moved out, or turning a profit by improving the property and selling it for an upgrade. For others (i.e. business owners, investors, etc.), a real estate transaction is a regular occurrence, but it carries just as much financial significance.

No matter the circumstances surrounding your residential or commercial real estate transaction, we urge you to let our team at Wineli Legal oversee the transaction and ensure your decision is advancing your best interests.

Contracts serve as the foundation that defines the duties and obligations of one party toward another. They provide written evidence that a relationship or transaction existed and outline how the resources and time of both parties will be utilized under Texas contract law.

Given their crucial role, properly drafting contracts is essential for the success of your business and professional relationships. At Wineli Legal, our team offers expert assistance in drafting a wide range of documents, including:

  • Employment Contracts

  • Non-Compete and Non-Disclosure Agreements

  • Equipment Lease and Sale Agreements

  • Buy-Sell Agreements

  • Partnership Agreements

  • Shareholder Agreements

  • Operating Agreements