Are initial law firm consultations usually free? I’m on H1B and wanted to schedule an initial consultation with an immigration lawyer to discuss some GC options (outside of employment based) and was told I’d have to pay $200 for a consultation (45 mins session).

Am I being cheap for not wanting to pay that or are there firms out there that offer free consultations?

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Lawyers will end up doing free initial consultations all day .. it is not free.. you can do 15 mins consultation through Lawfully for less money.

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I was told $250 for 30 min and other one was $400 for 30min! There may be some out there who would do "initial consultation" to tell you you need a paid consult. I would pay for it and get proper guidance. This year I got legal plan throigh employer and all basic consult is covered. So worth it!!

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Curious why you’re not pursuing the employment based option?

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Thanks!

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Would you expect to talk to a doctor for free? Lawyers cannot afford to do free consults all day and takeaway from their paying clients. What most firms do is $250-$400 for a consult and if you proceed with the case it’s credited towards your bill.

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I paid two consultation fee to explore my options. It was totally worth it. I was exploring asylum route. After talking realized how complicated and uncertain it was even though I had a good case. As others mentioned if you decide to work with them it will count towards their fee. Better to talk with the lawyer first before you basically hand over your life to them.

I do initial consultations free for 15 mins. Then the consultation fee is $200 for up to one hour. Most firms including us credit consultation fees if they are hired

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