Bilingual Immigration Counsel — English & Spanish
Bilingual. Strategic. Experienced. Immigration Counsel for New Jersey's Business and Professional Community.
Immigration law affects businesses, families, and individuals across New Jersey's diverse communities. For business owners who need to bring talent from abroad, for professionals navigating visa status issues, and for families dealing with the complexity of the immigration system — having an experienced, bilingual attorney makes all the difference.
Sean Branigan is bilingual in English and Spanish, serving New Jersey's diverse business and professional community with equal fluency in both languages. He brings the same strategic, operator-focused approach to immigration matters that he brings to every area of his practice — understanding the business and personal stakes behind every immigration decision.
His focus in immigration is on business and employment immigration — helping New Jersey employers bring the talent they need and helping professionals navigate the complex visa and status landscape. He also handles family-based immigration matters and status issues for long-term New Jersey residents.
Whether you are a business owner trying to hire a key employee from abroad, a professional dealing with a visa status issue, or a family navigating the immigration system — Sean provides the strategic, bilingual counsel you need.
Reach Sean Directly
Direct Cell
973.519.3332
Office
973.744.2223
Free diagnosis & strategy session available.
Strategic consultation: $1,000.
True victims & the wrongfully accused are never turned away.
Bilingual — English & Spanish.
Scope of Representation
What Sean Handles in Immigration Law
Business & Employment Visas
H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN, and other employment-based visas — Sean advises employers and employees on visa options, applications, and compliance.
Employer Immigration Compliance
I-9 compliance, E-Verify, and immigration-related employment practices — Sean advises New Jersey employers on their immigration compliance obligations.
Permanent Residence (Green Cards)
Employment-based and family-based permanent residence applications — Sean guides clients through the complex green card process.
Status Issues & Overstays
Visa overstays, status violations, and unlawful presence issues require immediate, strategic counsel. Sean advises clients on their options and risks.
DACA & Deferred Action
DACA renewals and related matters for New Jersey's immigrant community — Sean provides bilingual counsel on deferred action programs.
Removal Defense
Individuals facing removal proceedings need experienced counsel immediately. Sean provides removal defense — including applications for cancellation of removal, asylum, and other forms of relief.
Naturalization
The naturalization process requires careful preparation. Sean guides clients through the naturalization application, interview preparation, and any issues that arise.
Immigration Consequences of Criminal Charges
Criminal charges can have devastating immigration consequences. Sean advises non-citizen clients on the immigration implications of criminal matters — coordinating criminal defense strategy with immigration strategy.
Who Calls Sean
This Practice Area Is Built for You If…
Serving New Jersey's diverse immigrant business and professional community throughout Essex County (Newark, Montclair, Bloomfield, Belleville), Hudson County (Jersey City, Union City, West New York, North Bergen), and statewide.
- You are a business owner who needs to hire a key employee from abroad and navigate the visa process.
- You are a professional dealing with a visa status issue or approaching the end of your authorized stay.
- You are a long-term New Jersey resident who wants to apply for permanent residence or naturalization.
- You are facing removal proceedings and need experienced defense counsel.
- You are a DACA recipient who needs to renew your status.
- You are a non-citizen facing criminal charges and need to understand the immigration consequences.
- You are an employer who needs to ensure your I-9 and E-Verify compliance.
- You need bilingual immigration counsel — in English or Spanish.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the H-1B visa and how does it work?
The H-1B visa allows U.S. employers to temporarily employ foreign workers in specialty occupations. The annual cap on H-1B visas is 65,000, with an additional 20,000 for U.S. master's degree holders. The H-1B lottery is conducted in April for visas that begin on October 1. Sean advises employers and employees on H-1B strategy and applications.
What are the immigration consequences of a criminal conviction?
Criminal convictions can have serious immigration consequences, including deportation, inadmissibility, and bars to naturalization. The consequences depend on the nature of the offense, the sentence imposed, and the individual's immigration status. Sean advises non-citizen clients on the immigration implications of criminal matters — before they plead guilty.
What is DACA and who is eligible?
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) provides temporary protection from deportation and work authorization for individuals who came to the United States as children. DACA recipients must renew their status every two years. Sean provides bilingual DACA renewal assistance.
How long does the green card process take?
The timeline for obtaining a green card varies significantly depending on the category, the country of birth, and the current visa bulletin. Employment-based green cards for individuals born in high-demand countries can take many years. Sean advises clients on realistic timelines and strategies for minimizing delays.
What should I do if I receive a Notice to Appear (NTA) in immigration court?
Call an attorney immediately. A Notice to Appear initiates removal proceedings. You have the right to be represented by an attorney in immigration court, and the decisions made in the early stages of removal proceedings can determine the outcome. Sean provides removal defense — including applications for cancellation of removal, asylum, and other forms of relief.