Flexible Payment Process

We are committed to a client-centric approach that prioritizes your peace of mind as much as your legal success. By offering flexible, interest-free payment structures and modern financing options, we ensure that high-quality immigration representation remains within reach. From your initial down payment to the final approval of your case, we work with you every step of the way to ensure our services fit your family’s budget.

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Initial Payment

We start working on your case as soon as we receive your initial payment. This allows us to open your file, complete a full case review, and begin the application assembly process.

Monthly Installments

After the initial payment, the remaining balance is split into manageable monthly installments. These payments continue as long as your case is active, providing you with ongoing legal support. Our payments plans are always 0% interest.

Attorney Fee Cap

We protect our clients from the financial burden of government delays. Our agreements include a “Fee Cap,” meaning that if your case takes longer than a specific timeframe, your monthly payments will stop once that total is reached, regardless of how much longer the case lasts.

Minimum Total Fee

Because of the extensive legal work required to prepare and monitor a successful filing, every case has a set minimum fee that is earned upon the final decision or approval of your case.

USCIS & Government Fees

Attorney fees and government filing fees are handled as separate transactions. To comply with current USCIS electronic processing requirements and ensure your application is not rejected, please follow these mandatory guidelines.

Preventing Rejections

Our paralegal team will use the payment authorization provided in your legal agreement to submit your application. We will provide you with a confirmation the moment it is sent. By verifying your payment details and ensuring funds are available in your account, you help us prevent costly rejections and avoid any unnecessary delays in your case.

Use the USCIS Fee Calculator

Government Fee Payment Authorization

You must complete the Payment Authorization section within our legal agreement. This secure authorization allows the government to process your filing fee electronically using your credit card, debit card, or bank account information at the time of submission.

FAQ

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Download Government Fee Payment Authorization Form

  • Typically, 30 days after your case is opened by our office, though we can coordinate dates to better align with your pay schedule.

  • Yes! You can make additional payments or pay your full balance at any time without any penalties. Payments can be made directly to through your invoice, available in your Client Portal.

  • Yes. In addition to our interest-free installments, a "Pay Later" option is available through our payment processor. This allows you to pay your legal fees in fixed monthly installments over a longer period.

    • Provided by Affirm: These plans are offered and managed by a third-party lender, Affirm.

    • Independent Terms: Because this is a third-party service, Cueva Law Firm does not control or manage these plans. All credit decisions, interest rates, and payment schedules are determined solely by Affirm based on your application with them.

    • How to Apply: If you are interested in this option, you can select "Pay Later" when making a payment through our secure payment page.

    For many clients, our internal 0% interest plans are the most affordable choice, but we offer this third-party option to ensure you have the flexibility to choose the path that best fits your family’s budget.

  • We understand life happens. Please contact our billing department at payments@cuevalawfirm.com at least 3 days before your due date to discuss your options. Our office does not charge additional fees for late or failed payments.

  • If a card transaction fails or an eCheck payment is returned, our billing system will automatically notify you. We will then attempt to manually re-process the payment within one week.

    If you need to update your payment method or expect a delay, please contact us immediately to avoid disruption in your case work. The fastest way to get ahold of our payment department is by text: 385-421-9246. You can also send an email to payments@cuevalawfirm.com.