Godoy Law P.A.

Miami Immigration Lawyer Serving Families Across South Florida

Godoy Law P.A. is a Miami immigration law firm led by Hilmarys Godoy-Villard, Esq. We help individuals and families across Miami-Dade with green cards, citizenship, family-based petitions, asylum, deportation defense. We serve clients in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole.

Your Journey. Your Future. Our Commitment.

Experienced Immigration Counsel With A Personal Approach

Excellence at Every Stage of Your Case

Immigration cases are not paperwork problems. They are family problems, work problems, and safety problems. When the result determines whether you can stay with your spouse, keep your job, or visit a parent before they pass, you need an attorney who treats your case the way you do.

That is the standard we hold ourselves to at Godoy Law P.A.

What We Do

Supporting Your Immigration Journey

We handle the immigration cases that matter most to South Florida families:

Family-based immigration petitions, including spouse, parent, child, and sibling cases
Green cards through marriage, family, and adjustment of status
U.S. citizenship and naturalization, including N-400 applications and citizenship interview preparation
Deportation defense and removal proceedings in immigration court
Asylum applications for clients fleeing persecution
Waivers of inadmissibility, including I-601, I-601A, and I-212 cases
VAWA, U-Visa, and T-Visa applications for survivors of abuse and crime

Call +1 (786) 953-8219

Or Text +1 (786) 977-8878

How We Help

Why Clients Choose Godoy Law P.A.

We Speak Your Language - All Three of Them

Miami is a trilingual city. So is our firm. We take cases in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole, and we draft pleadings, prepare clients for interviews, and explain options in the language you think in. You should never have to bring a friend or family member to translate your own legal case.

Trial-Level Defense, Not Form-Filling

Many high-volume immigration shops file the application and hope. We prepare every case as if it could end up in immigration court, because some of them will. That preparation discipline is what separates approvals from denials when USCIS or the immigration judge applies pressure.

Attorney-Led, Team-Supported

Every case is personally overseen by Attorney Hilmarys Godoy-Villard, while your dedicated case manager or paralegal will keep you informed throughout the process. You will have the opportunity to communicate with your attorney whenever legal guidance or important decisions require it.

Services

Providing strategic and effective legal solutions for you

Family-Based Immigration

Family petitions are the most common path to a green card in the United States and the heart of our practice. We handle I-130 petitions filed by U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents for spouses, children, parents, and siblings. We also handle K-1 fiancé visas, adjustment of status, and consular processing for relatives abroad.

Green Cards (Lawful Permanent Residence)

Green cards through marriage, family, asylum, refugee status, or VAWA. We handle the full process from initial petition through the green card interview and conditional residence removal if applicable. We also represent clients who already have green cards in renewal, replacement, and removal-of-conditions cases.

Citizenship and Naturalization

Naturalization through Form N-400 for lawful permanent residents who have met the residency, physical presence, good moral character, and civics requirements. We handle citizenship interview preparation, complex cases involving criminal history or extended absences from the U.S., and derivation of citizenship cases for clients who may already be U.S. citizens without realizing it.

Deportation Defense and Removal Proceedings

Defense in removal proceedings at the Miami Immigration Court and elsewhere. We pursue every available form of relief, including cancellation of removal, asylum, adjustment of status, voluntary departure, and waivers. We also handle for detained clients, appeals to the BIA, and motions to reopen previously closed cases.

Asylum

Affirmative asylum applications through USCIS and defensive asylum claims in immigration court. We represent clients fleeing persecution based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group. Our asylum work includes withholding of removal and Convention Against Torture (CAT) protection where asylum is unavailable.

Temporary Protected Status (TPS)

TPS applications and re-registrations for nationals of designated countries, including Haiti, Venezuela, Nicaragua, Honduras, El Salvador, and others. We help with initial TPS filings, re-registration during open periods, late initial registration where eligible, and applications for advance parole and employment authorization for TPS holders.

Who We Help

We serve clients across Miami-Dade County, including Miami, Miami Beach, Doral, Hialeah, Little Haiti, Little Havana, Coral Gables, Aventura, Kendall, and Homestead. Many clients also reach us from Broward and Monroe counties.

Most of our cases come from one of three places: a referral from a previous client, a family member who used us before, or a Google search by someone who needs help today and is not sure where to start. If you are in the third group, the rest of this site is built to help you understand your options before you call.

How a Case Starts

Step 1

You call us at +1 (786) 953-8219 or Text us at +1 (786) 977-8878

Step 2

Book your Attorney Consultation, either in person at our Miami office or by phone or video.

Step 3

During the consultation we review your documents, explain the options realistically, and tell you what a case would cost. If we are not the right fit, we say so and refer you to someone who is.

Step 4

If you decide to retain us, we sign a written fee agreement, gather what we need to file, and prepare your case.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does an immigration lawyer cost in Miami?

Most Miami immigration attorneys charge flat fees for specific case types rather than hourly rates. A family-based green card typically runs $2,500 to $5,000 in attorney fees. Deportation defense and asylum cases vary more widely depending on complexity. Government filing fees are separate and paid directly to USCIS. We quote a flat fee in writing before you sign.

Do you offer free consultations?

We charge a $150 consultation fee for all case types; we do not offer free consultations. Each consultation lasts approximately 45 minutes and is designed to give you dedicated time with an attorney to discuss your situation, review any documents you bring, and receive an honest assessment of your legal options. Our goal is to provide clear, practical guidance so you can make informed decisions about your case.

What languages do you work in?

We serve clients in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole. We handle your entire case in your preferred language—from your initial consultation through your USCIS interview or immigration court hearing. Our multilingual attorney and staff work together to ensure you can communicate with our office in your preferred language throughout your case, without relying on third-party interpreters for client communication.

Do you handle deportation cases?

Yes. Deportation defense and removal proceedings are a core part of our practice. If you have received a Notice to Appear (NTA), have a hearing scheduled at the Miami Immigration Court, contact us immediately. Time is critical in removal cases.

Can you help if my case is denied?

Often, yes. Depending on the case type, options after denial may include filing a motion to reopen or reconsider, appealing to the BIA or AAO, or refiling with stronger evidence. Bring your denial notice to the consultation so we can review the specific basis for the denial.