Business Details
17 Years
experience
Your Trusted Immigration Law Partner in Rochester, MN
Bauer Immigration Law Firm is a dedicated immigration and citizenship law practice founded by attorney Catherine Bauer in 2009. Located in Rochester, Minnesota, we specialize in guiding clients through complex U.S. immigration processes, including temporary and permanent visas, citizenship applications, removal defense, and waiver petitions. Our exclusive focus on immigration law ensures clients receive up-to-date expertise and personalized legal strategies. With extensive experience representing clients before U.S. government agencies and international consulates, we prioritize compassionate, client-centered service. Our team combines deep legal knowledge with firsthand understanding of the immigration journey, having successfully navigated the system ourselves.We serve local clients in southeastern Minnesota and support individuals nationwide and abroad. Our commitment to accessibility is demonstrated through pro bono work with organizations like the Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota and Legal Aid of Olmsted County. As active members of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, we maintain the highest standards of professional excellence. Our fluency in French and cultural sensitivity further enhance our ability to serve diverse clients. Since 2009, we have helped thousands of clients achieve their immigration goals with integrity and expertise.
Services
Immigration Law
Non-Immigrant Visas
Immigrant Visas
U.S. Citizenship
Removal Defense
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We exclusively practice immigration law with 15+ years of dedicated experience
- Our attorney has firsthand immigration experience with her own family's journey
- We represent clients before USCIS and U.S. Embassies worldwide
- Pro bono partnerships with Mayo Clinic and Legal Aid organizations
- Fluency in French and cultural sensitivity for international clients
Associations and certifications
- American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
Services
Immigration Law
Our comprehensive immigration law practice covers all aspects of U.S. immigration, including visa applications, permanent residency, and deportation defense. We represent clients before USCIS and international consulates, providing tailored solutions for unique immigration challenges. With exclusive focus on immigration law since 2009, we offer expert guidance through complex regulatory requirements.
Non-Immigrant Visas
We specialize in temporary visa applications for work, study, and family purposes. Our services include H-1B, F-1, and K-1 visa processing, ensuring compliance with U.S. immigration regulations. We guide clients through the two-step process of consular approval and U.S. entry, helping maintain proper visa status throughout authorized stays.
U.S. Citizenship
Our citizenship services cover naturalization applications and derivative citizenship for children. We help permanent residents transition to U.S. citizenship, preparing them for the English and civics requirements. We explain the benefits of citizenship versus permanent residency, including voting rights and family petitioning privileges.
Removal Defense
We provide legal representation for individuals facing removal proceedings. Our defense strategies address grounds of inadmissibility and deportability, seeking relief options like waivers and adjustment of status. We represent clients in immigration court and during appeals, working to protect their right to remain in the U.S.
Waiver Petitions
Our waiver services help overcome immigration barriers caused by past violations. We prepare I-601 and I-601A waivers for unlawful presence and other inadmissibility grounds. We work with clients to demonstrate extreme hardship to U.S. citizen family members, seeking discretionary relief from consular officers and immigration judges.
People
Catherine A. Bauer
Principal Attorney
Attorney Catherine Bauer specializes in immigration law with 15+ years of experience. A former physical therapist in France, she navigated the U.S. immigration system personally with her family. Licensed in Minnesota since 2008, she focuses exclusively on immigration law since founding her firm in 2009.
Questions
What immigration services do you offer?
We handle all aspects of immigration law including visas, green cards, citizenship, deportation defense, and waiver petitions.
Do you help with family-based immigration?
Yes, we assist with family-sponsored visas including marriage-based petitions, K-1 fiancé visas, and parent/child petitions.
Can you help with employment-based immigration?
We process employment-based visas and green cards, including H-1B work visas and PERM labor certifications.
Do you handle deportation cases?
Yes, we provide deportation defense in immigration court and seek relief options like cancellation of removal.
Are you available for international clients?
We represent clients worldwide before U.S. consulates and immigration agencies.
What are your office hours?
Please contact us by phone or email to schedule consultations during regular business hours.
