Schedule a Consultation

What to Expect from a Consultation

We welcome you to schedule a consultation. This is the first step to hiring our law firm, or just a way to get your questions answered. We represent clients worldwide. The consultation can be in person or by video conference.

During the appointment, we will learn about your goals and your situation. Then we can explain each strategy available to you (for example, which visas you qualify for) and help you choose among them. The purpose of the consultation is to give you clarity and peace of mind. We will:

  • review documents you have provided;
  • explain the requirements and procedures for any application;
  • estimate the odds of success and explain whether there are potential risks associated with the strategy;
  • answer your questions, so feel free to prepare a list of questions;
  • quote you a legal fee for handling the case. The fee will be based on our estimate of the amount of legal work needed for the case; and
  • explain any costs for the case (for example, government filing fees).

The consultation is confidential. It can be in English or Chinese, or an interpreter can be arranged for another language. If you like, a family member or employer can participate. Plan for it to take 60-90 minutes.

How to Schedule Your Consultation

Step 1. Complete the Consultation Form
Tell us who will participate, what help you need, and your preferred language and meeting format. Include any upcoming deadlines and the questions you would like us to address. Once you submit this form, we will send you a confirmation email.

Step 2. Pay the Consultation Fee
After submitting the form, follow the payment instructions to pay USD 400 or RMB 2700. If you later hire our law firm to represent you, the initial consultation fee will be credited towards the legal fee for the case.

Step 3. Upload Your Documents
Our staff will send you a link to a secure online folder where you can upload your documents.

See also Tips for Submitting Documents to Our Firm.

Step 4. Confirm Your Appointment
Our staff will contact you to propose appointment times. After you agree to a time, we will send an appointment confirmation with the date, time in your time zone, and meeting details.

China Police Certificate Cases

If you need help with a China police certificate, you do not need to schedule a consultation. Instead, see here for how to request a quote.

Consultation Form