Business Details
Your Trusted Immigration Lawyers in Irving, TX
Nayar & Mcintyre is a Dallas-Fort Worth immigration law firm dedicated to providing competent, compassionate, and affordable legal representation to immigrants and their families. Our attorneys, Maria McIntyre and Lakshmi Nayar, bring over 45 years of combined experience in immigration law, representing clients before USCIS, ICE, CBP, and Immigration Courts nationwide. We prioritize direct client access to experienced lawyers, ensuring transparency and personalized guidance throughout the immigration process. Our services span family immigration, deportation defense, naturalization, waivers, and humanitarian relief programs.We emphasize client education, timely communication, and tailored solutions to navigate complex immigration challenges. With offices in Irving, Texas, we serve clients across Texas and the DFW Metroplex, including Dallas, Fort Worth, and Lubbock. Our commitment to quality representation is reflected in our track record of successful cases and client testimonials highlighting our professionalism and dedication.
Services
Family Immigration
Adjustment of Status
Consular Processing
Fiance (K1) Visa
K3 Visas
Naturalization
Deportation Defense
Waivers
Humanitarian Relief
DACA
Highlights and features
- Over 45 years of combined experience in immigration law
- Direct access to experienced immigration attorneys
- Comprehensive services for family immigration and deportation defense
- Client-focused approach with multilingual support
- Serving 20+ cities across the DFW Metroplex
What people say
Excellent service
Prompt response time
Trustworthy representation
Affordable fees
Successful outcomes
Services
Family Immigration
We assist U.S. citizens and permanent residents in petitioning for family members through I-130 petitions, adjustment of status, and consular processing. Our services cover spousal visas, child petitions, sibling applications, and waiver preparation. Clients receive direct attorney guidance from case initiation to resolution.
Deportation Defense
Our firm represents clients in immigration court for cancellation of removal, asylum applications, and prosecutorial discretion requests. We handle detained and non-detained cases with strategies tailored to individual circumstances, including bond hearings and appeals to the Board of Immigration Appeals.
Naturalization
We guide clients through the N-400 application process, including English and civics test preparation, disability waivers (N-648), and appeals for denied applications. Our attorneys provide interview representation and documentation review to ensure successful citizenship outcomes.
Waivers
We prepare I-601 and I-601A provisional waivers for unlawful presence, criminal grounds, and health-related ineligibility. Our approach includes evidence compilation and legal argumentation to demonstrate extreme hardship to qualifying relatives.
Humanitarian Relief
Our firm assists victims of domestic violence (VAWA), crime (U visas), and other hardships through specialized applications. Services include evidence gathering, interview preparation, and advocacy for deferred action or permanent residency status.
People
Maria McIntyre
Immigration Attorney
Maria McIntyre has over 20 years of experience in immigration law, specializing in family petitions and deportation defense. She provides personalized representation for clients navigating complex immigration processes.
Lakshmi Nayar
Immigration Attorney
Lakshmi Nayar brings extensive expertise in naturalization and humanitarian relief programs. She focuses on client education and affordable solutions for immigration challenges across Texas.
Ashly Sanchez
Office Administrator/Senior Paralegal
Ashly Sanchez manages daily operations and supports attorneys with deportation defense and family immigration cases. She has served the firm since 2015, previously working at a non-profit immigration center.
Joanna Larin
Paralegal
Joanna Larin assists with naturalization and DACA applications. Her personal experience with family immigration drives her commitment to helping clients achieve legal status.
Jacqueline Martinez
Receptionist
Jacqueline Martinez provides front-desk support and client intake. Her passion for immigration law stems from her family's experience obtaining permanent residency in the U.S.
Questions
What immigration services do you specialize in?
We specialize in family immigration, deportation defense, naturalization, waivers, and humanitarian relief programs including VAWA and DACA.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations with experienced immigration attorneys to discuss your case and available options.
Can I adjust status if I entered illegally?
Inadmissibility issues require case-specific analysis. Our attorneys can evaluate eligibility for adjustment of status or waiver options.
How long does a K1 visa take?
Processing times vary by USCIS and consulate workload. We provide current estimates during your free consultation and track your case throughout.
Do you handle deportation cases?
Yes, we represent clients in immigration court for cancellation of removal, asylum applications, and prosecutorial discretion requests.
Can I apply for citizenship after a green card?
Most permanent residents can apply after 5 years (3 years if married to a U.S. citizen). Our attorneys guide you through the N-400 process.
