Immigration

Immigration Representation in New Bern

Immigration-Only Attorneys Serving Craven County, Eastern NC, & Beyond

Immigration law spans multiple federal agencies: USCIS, the Department of Justice’s immigration courts, and the Department of State’s consular posts. The stakes in every matter are high. At E. A. Wood Law Firm, our practice is dedicated to immigration law. Every case we take, every continuing education hour we log, and every strategy session we hold centers on this one area of federal law.

Our attorneys, Elizabeth A. Wood and Isa Mari Gratacós-Padró, bring more than 20 years of combined immigration legal experience to each matter. Both are active members of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). Elizabeth is admitted in North Carolina and California and has been an AILA member since 2011. Isa earned her J.D. magna cum laude and is admitted to the Puerto Rico Bar, the First Circuit, and the U.S. Supreme Court. Together, they represent individuals, families, and businesses throughout Craven County, across all 50 states, and internationally.

Contact us online or call (800) 611-0821 to schedule your consultation with a New Bern immigration attorney. We’re available in person, by phone, or via video.

Why Clients in Eastern NC Choose E. A. Wood Law Firm

Not every firm serving immigration clients in Eastern North Carolina brings the same focus, languages, or access. Here’s what sets our practice apart.

Immigration-Only Focus
Because our practice is dedicated to immigration law, we aren’t dividing attention across criminal defense, family law, or real estate closings. We track regulatory changes at USCIS, stay current on immigration court practice in our region, and invest our professional development entirely in this field.

Four-Language Access
Our team communicates in English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, and French. For clients whose first language isn’t English, that means working directly with your attorney in your own language, without the friction and risk of a third-party interpreter.

Direct Attorney Access
You work with your attorney at each stage of your case. You won’t be handed off to support staff to answer a substantive question or routed through intake personnel when a deadline approaches.

Military Family Immigration
We have specific experience with the immigration issues that arise for military families, including deployment-related timing challenges, parole in place requests, and the documentation demands of overseas postings. Clients connected to regional military installations know these situations require an immigration lawyer who has handled them before.

Flexible Consultations, Wherever You Are
We meet clients at our New Bern office, by phone, or via secure video. For clients outside North Carolina or outside the country, that flexibility means full representation without the cost and difficulty of travel.

Case Results That Reflect Our Record

Every immigration matter is different, and past results in specific cases don’t predict outcomes in future ones. What they do show is the breadth of work our immigration attorneys have handled and the outcomes we’ve achieved for real clients.

  • Removal proceedings terminated: An immigration judge agreed with our legal position and terminated removal proceedings against our client, who then applied for and obtained lawful permanent residence.
  • DACA to U.S. Citizen: A DACA recipient we represented secured a green card and subsequently achieved full U.S. citizenship.
  • Naturalization through English literacy support: We worked directly with a client to build reading and writing skills in English. The client re-took the U.S. civics test and passed, completing their path to naturalization.
  • VAWA permanent residence: We obtained lawful permanent residence for a client through a self-petition under the Violence Against Women Act.
  • E-2 visa extension approved: A key employee of a manufacturer in Eastern North Carolina received an approved E-2 visa extension.

Immigration Services We Handle in New Bern

Our immigration attorneys represent clients across the full range of immigration matters, from first-time visa applications to contested removal proceedings. We assist individuals, families, and businesses with:

Schedule a Consultation with Our New Bern Immigration Attorneys

Whether your matter is straightforward or complex, the first step is a conversation with an attorney who handles immigration law every day. We serve clients throughout Craven County, Eastern North Carolina, all 50 states, and internationally. Reach us in person, by phone, or via video at a time that works for you.

Contact E. A. Wood Law Firm online or call (800) 611-0821 to schedule your consultation today.

E. A. Wood Law Firm Team

Hear From Our Previous Clients

  • "Elizabeth Wood was the best choice we ever made."
    Elizabeth Wood was the best choice we ever made when starting immigration paperwork for my then fiancé to join me here in the US from Italy. We had moments where things went differently than expected with the process and the peace of mind and relief I felt knowing that we weren't navigating anything alone was absolutely priceless. I would tell anyone going through an immigration process here in NC to definitely talk with Elizabeth. Thank you Elizabeth and team for making our dream of getting married and being together come true!
    - Allison Dye
  • "This law firm is the best one ever."
    This law firm is the best one ever. If you are looking for an affordable and outstanding immigration lawyer that also works with military families, I highly recommend this law firm. I had the great experience of working with Mrs. Elizabeth Wood and her exceptional staff. They were always helpful and answered all my questions whenever I needed help. Mrs. Elizabeth Wood began working on my case in 2019, where she helped me obtain my permanent resident card, and this year, she helped me get my US citizenship. I will forever be grateful with this law firm and especially with Mrs. Elizabeth Wood and Evelyn Rodriguez.
    - Sandra
  • "Exceptional in their work ethic and timely manner in providing updates"
    I will forever be grateful for Isa Gratacós and her assistant Yarenis Montero for helping my parents achieve one of their greatest dreams, to finally become permanent residents of the United States. Isa and Yarenis were exceptional in their work ethic and timely manner in providing us updates about the case along with other legalities. Thank you for changing our lives and giving us hope for a brighter future and thank you for all the work you do for your other clients in similar situations.
    - Vanderley Alexio-Arredondo
  • "The staff has gone above and beyond..."
    Definitely recommend this Law Firm if you're looking to get your citizenship, green card ,Visa, work card. The staff here has gone above and beyond anything I expected. truly worth every penny.
    - Chantale Jones
  • "Hire Elizabeth Wood, you’ll be glad you did!"
    Elizabeth Wood has been helping me for the past 14 months to get my citizenship and today was finally the day! I very highly recommend the E. A. Wood Law Firm. Elizabeth and her Assistant have stayed on top of everything for me and have kept me up to date at all times! Elizabeth has made a pretty stressful affair a pleasant experience and I’m so grateful that I had her at my side today! For anyone considering it, do NOT hesitate, hire Elizabeth Wood, you’ll be glad you did! Thanks again for everything!
    - Birgit O'neal
  • "Hard Working"
    Good afternoon Elizabeth and staff. We praise God today as the interview went on successfully. The passports were taken from them and they were asked to return next week Thursday at 2pm for their visa. On my behalf and my family am sending our thanks and appreciations to you in particular and your hard working staffs especially EVELYN CUEVAS for her relentless phone calls and prompts responses throughout the process. With that being said, i will continue to be grateful to you and your law firm by sending out the good image of your office. Your regards YAHAYA A.K. SAWANEH
    - Yahaya A.K. Sawaneh
  • "The lawyers guide you with correct information and encourage you to do the right thing. They work with you passionately." "They take the time to know your story in order to find a solution." "We need to trust the attorneys that are willing to meet face to face, not be bothered by your questions, understand your concerns and who don't play with your emotions."
    - Adriana Rodriguez Juarez
  • "High quality of services"
    I highly recommend Elizabeth Wood she is very knowledgeable about immigration law. High quality of services
    - Maria Frausto

    Our Results Speak for Themselves

    Real People, Real Results
    • Obtained Citizenship Naturalization

      We worked with the client to improve their reading and writing in English. After several months they were able to re-take the civics test and passed.

    • Permanent Residence Card Obtained Violence Against Women Act

      We were able to assist him in getting his lawful permanent residence card and in 5 years he will be able to apply for citizenship.

    • Extension of E2 Visa Approved Employment Visas

      A manufacturer in Eastern North Carolina needed help with one of their key employees from Germany. They required an extension of their E2 visa.

    • Removal Proceedings Terminated Removal Proceedings

      Judge agreed with our opinion and terminated her removal proceedings. This allowed us to apply for her lawful permanent residence card. We are happy to report that she received her card in January 2019.

    • Permanent Residence Card Obtained Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals to Lawful Permanent Resident to Citizenship

      One of our DACA clients later applied and received his lawful permanent residence card and just recently became a U.S. Citizen.

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