Business Details
Your Trusted Immigration Law Firm in Virginia Beach
Gardner & Mendoza is a husband-and-wife legal team dedicated to providing comprehensive immigration law services. With decades of combined experience, we specialize in family-based immigration, employment-based visas, military immigration, business immigration, DACA, and citizenship matters. Our firm has earned national recognition for excellence, including appointments as Special Counsel to the Commonwealth of Virginia.We pride ourselves on clear communication, avoiding legal jargon, and treating clients like family. Our expertise has helped thousands navigate complex immigration processes, and we maintain a strong reputation for integrity, personalized service, and successful case outcomes. Clients consistently praise our responsiveness, transparency, and commitment to resolving even the most challenging immigration issues.
Services
Family-Based Immigration
Employment Visas
Military Immigration
DACA Applications
Citizenship Cases
Green Card Renewal
EB-5 Investor Visas
Adjustment of Status
Marriage Fraud Defense
Criminal Immigration
Highlights and features
- We are nationally recognized immigration law experts appointed as Special Counsel to Virginia's Attorney General
- Our attorneys speak at national immigration law conferences and train public defenders
- We provide plain-language guidance without legal jargon or hidden fees
- Clients praise our 98% positive review rate across multiple platforms
- We serve local, national, and international clients with personalized attention
What people say
Professional and knowledgeable
Stress-free process
Genuine care and dedication
Outstanding legal representation
Top-notch service
Services
Family-Based Immigration
Helping families reunite through marriage-based visas, fianc visas, and relative petitions. We handle complex cases involving I-130 petitions, adjustment of status, and waiver applications. Our attorneys guide clients through every step of the process while maintaining compliance with current immigration regulations.
Employment Visas
Assisting employers and professionals with H-1B, L-1, and E-2 visas. We specialize in PERM labor certifications, extraordinary ability petitions, and multinational executive transfers. Our team ensures all documentation meets USCIS requirements while minimizing processing delays for businesses and employees.
Military Immigration
Providing specialized immigration support for service members and their families. We handle expedited naturalization, VA benefits-related cases, and immigration consequences of military service. Our firm understands the unique challenges faced by military personnel and offers tailored legal solutions.
DACA Applications
Offering comprehensive DACA filing and renewal services. We help eligible individuals obtain work permits, social security numbers, and protection from deportation. Our attorneys stay current with policy changes to ensure applications meet all eligibility requirements and documentation standards.
Citizenship Cases
Guiding clients through the citizenship application process including N-400 filings, interview preparation, and English/civics testing. We address potential issues like criminal records or prior denials while ensuring applicants meet all residency and good moral character requirements.
People
John Gardner
Attorney
Experienced immigration attorney with decades of experience handling complex family and employment-based immigration cases. Regular speaker at national immigration law conferences and legal education seminars.
Radlyn Mendoza
Attorney
Co-founding partner specializing in military immigration and citizenship matters. Appointed Special Counsel to the Commonwealth of Virginia for immigration issues by Attorney General Mark Herring.
Sarah K.F. Lollar
Attorney
Skilled immigration lawyer known for her compassionate approach to client representation. Focuses on DACA applications, adjustment of status cases, and deportation defense strategies.
Domini Samson
Attorney
Experienced legal advocate handling business immigration and investor visa cases. Provides strategic guidance for multinational corporations and high-net-worth individuals seeking U.S. residency.
Questions
What immigration services do you specialize in?
We specialize in family-based immigration, employment visas, military immigration, DACA, citizenship, and business immigration cases. Our attorneys handle both straightforward and complex immigration matters.
Do you offer consultations for immigration cases?
Yes, we offer initial consultations to evaluate your immigration needs and develop customized solutions. Contact us to schedule your consultation with an experienced immigration attorney.
How can I check my case status?
Current clients can contact our office directly to receive case updates. We maintain open communication throughout the immigration process and provide regular status reports.
Do you serve international clients?
Yes, we serve clients worldwide with immigration needs. Our attorneys have experience handling cases for international clients through consular processing and other immigration pathways.
What makes your firm different from other immigration lawyers?
Our firm combines decades of experience with personalized service, treating clients like family. We offer clear communication, transparent pricing, and a proven track record of successful immigration case outcomes.
