Godoy Law Office Immigration Lawyers

06/23/2026

What would happen to everything you’ve built if something unexpected happens?

For many immigrant families, this question is critical.
Having a plan in place is not optional—it’s protection.

Especially in situations where deportation could impact your ability to manage your assets or care for your loved ones.

Your family deserves security—no matter what happens. Take the first step today!

Join our FREE Estate Planning Seminar and learn how to protect what matters most.

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06/23/2026

Godoy Law Office was founded by Mario Godoy with a mission: to provide immigrants and their families with honest, trustworthy, and experienced legal representation.
As an immigrant himself, Mario understands that an immigration case is more than paperwork. Behind every application, petition, or court hearing is a family, a future, and a dream.
That's why we believe in:
✅ Honest legal advice
✅ Clear communication in English and Spanish
✅ Community involvement
✅ Personalized immigration solutions
✅ Standing beside our clients every step of the way
Our commitment extends beyond legal services. Through initiatives like our First Generation Scholarship and Helpful Neighbor Program, we invest in the communities we serve.
We are proud to be an immigrant-owned law firm serving immigrants throughout Illinois.
📞 Call 312-447-3067 for an immigration evaluation.
💬 What is the most important quality you look for when choosing an immigration attorney?

06/22/2026

Muchas personas no saben que un caso criminal puede afectar seriamente su situación migratoria. ⚖️
En este video, Mario comparte por qué comenzó a trabajar casos de inmigración y corte criminal: por la experiencia personal de un familiar que enfrentó deportación.
Hoy, Mario viaja hasta MacLean County para acompañar a clientes hispanos que necesitan representación y alguien que realmente entienda cómo se conectan las leyes criminales y de inmigración.
Muchas veces, estos casos requieren negociar con el fiscal, explicar las consecuencias migratorias y buscar soluciones donde todas las partes puedan llegar a un acuerdo favorable.
No todos los abogados entienden cómo un caso criminal puede impactar un caso de inmigración — y esa diferencia puede cambiar una vida.
En Godoy Law Office Immigration Lawyers, luchamos por nuestra comunidad con experiencia, estrategia y compromiso.
📞 312-447-3067 Llame hoy para hablar sobre su caso.

06/20/2026

💡Check out our blog: How an Expired Passport Can Complicate Your Immigration Case

Your passport is one of the most important documents in your immigration case. It proves your identity and nationality. Many people don’t realize how much trouble an expired passport can cause — until it happens to them. USCIS (the U.S....

👉 https://godoyolivieri.com/blog/how-an-expired-passport-can-complicate-your-immigration-case/

💙Need legal help?

📞Call us at 630-345-4164

🌎Serving clients nationwide

Learn how an expired passport can complicate your immigration case, delay USCIS processing, and impact travel and interviews.

06/19/2026

Many people believe that having a criminal record expunged means they have a completely clean slate.
For state law purposes, that may be true.
For immigration purposes, it’s often a different story.
⚠️ An expungement does not automatically erase the immigration consequences of a conviction.
Immigration law is governed by federal standards, and USCIS or immigration courts may still consider certain convictions—even if a state court has expunged the record.
This is especially important for immigrants who:
✔ Have a prior criminal conviction
✔ Completed an expungement process
✔ Are applying for a Green Card, Citizenship, DACA, TPS, or other immigration benefits
The interaction between criminal law and immigration law is complex. Assuming an expungement solves everything could put your future at risk.
Before filing any immigration application, make sure you understand how your criminal history may affect your case.
📞 Call us at 312-447-3067 for an immigration evaluation.
💬 Have you or someone you know assumed an expungement would protect an immigration case?

06/18/2026

Many immigrants work for years without realizing how quickly a lack of legal status can become a serious problem.
In this video, Mario explains how updated workplace systems and employment verification processes can uncover issues with Social Security numbers and work authorization — sometimes after decades of employment.
Once an employer becomes aware of a problem, the consequences can be immediate:
⚠️ Job loss
⚠️ Employment complications
⚠️ Limited short-term immigration options
Immigration cases often take time, which is why waiting until there is a crisis can make the situation even more difficult.
At Godoy Law Office Immigration Lawyers, we help immigrants evaluate their legal options and create long-term immigration strategies before problems escalate.
📞 Speak with an experienced immigration attorney about your case.

06/17/2026

After helping more than 6,000 immigrants, you start to notice patterns.
You see people who waited longer than they should have — not because they didn’t care, but because they were afraid.
Afraid of the system. Afraid of what they might find out.
You see complicated cases that became harder because someone didn’t get the right legal guidance early on.
And you see something else:
More often than people expect, there are still options.
Not always easy. Not always guaranteed. But real legal pathways that were never fully explored.
At Godoy Law Office Immigration Lawyers, 6,000+ cases isn’t just a number.
It represents people, families, and stories that matter.
If you’re navigating an immigration situation, you don’t have to do it alone.
📞 Call 312-447-3067 for an immigration evaluation.
💬 What is the most important thing you would want an immigration attorney to understand about your situation?

06/16/2026

💡Check out our blog: How to Remove Conditions on Your Green Card (Form I-751) in 2026

Quick Summary If you received your green card through marriage and were married for less than two years at the time of approval, you received a conditional green card valid for two years. To remove conditions and get a permanent...

👉 https://godoyolivieri.com/blog/how-to-remove-conditions-on-your-green-card-form-i-751-in-2026/

💙Need legal help?

📞Call us at 630-345-4164

🌎Serving clients nationwide

Learn how to remove conditions on your Green Card with Form I-751 in 2026, including filing steps, timelines, and common mistakes to avoid.

06/16/2026

You should not have to translate your fear into English.
When someone is explaining the most difficult moments of their life — why they left their country, what they are afraid of, what happened to their family — they should be able to speak in the language that feels most natural.
At Godoy Law Office Immigration Lawyers, our team speaks English and Spanish.
This is more than a service — it’s a commitment.
When clients can speak in their own language:
✔ Their story is clearer
✔ Important details are not lost
✔ Trust builds faster
Language barriers in legal settings can lead to misunderstandings that impact entire cases. That’s why we built a team where every client can feel fully heard.
If language has ever held you back from seeking legal help, you don’t have to face that barrier alone.
📞 Call 312-447-3067 for an immigration evaluation.
💬 What language barriers have you seen impact access to legal help?

06/15/2026

You want to sponsor your spouse for a green card… but you’re worried about the income requirement.
This is one of the most common concerns we hear — and here’s something important:
You may not have to meet the requirement alone.
A joint sponsor can help.
A joint sponsor is a family member or friend who:
✔ Meets the financial requirements
✔ Signs the affidavit of support with you
✔ Accepts legal responsibility
For many families, this makes the difference between moving forward or not.
And income isn’t the only factor. USCIS may also consider:
• Assets
• Household size
• Additional income sources
If you think you don’t qualify, don’t assume — get clarity first.
At Godoy Law Office Immigration Lawyers, we help families understand their real options.
📞 Call 312-447-3067 for an immigration evaluation.
💬 Have you or someone you know thought they couldn’t sponsor a spouse because of income?