James Algernon Roberts

James Algernon Roberts

4.5
Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 32 years

Asylum Lawyer at Fairfax, VA
Practice Areas: Asylum, Litigation, Appeals, Immigration

9401 Lee Hwy, #304, Fairfax, VA

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Asylum 60%

Our office has over 25 years of experience applying for asylum from trauma and persecution that clients have experienced in their home countries based on their political/religious beliefs, nationality, race, FGM, membership in a particular group...

32 years

60%
Litigation 20%

Often, cases locked in administrative processing could remain pending for months, if not years. I have experience in forcing resolution through litigation in the US. District court, often through mandamus filings.

32 years

20%
Appeals 10%

Hearing that your immigration application was refused is devastating news. I am experienced in reviewing the reasons for denial, determining the best course of action and probability of success, and if warranted, I can assist you through an appeal.

32 years

10%
Immigration 10%

Please look at the link to a description of our representative client in the Contact Session or on our website.

32 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 32 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1993

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Location

Law Offices of Lames Roberts

9401 Lee Hwy, #304, Fairfax, VA, 22031

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James Algernon Roberts's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

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Posted by AbdIhakin | December 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

“A Life-Changing Experience with Exceptional Legal Guidance”

“I am beyond grateful to Mr James and his exceptional team for their unmatched professionalism and expertise. When I arrived in this country in 2022 as an immigrant with no documents or clear direction, Dr James Robert took on my case and transformed my life. Through their hard work and dedication, I... successfully obtained my green card, and now, I am joyfully preparing for my wife to join me. Their attention to detail, deep knowledge of immigration law, and unwavering support made the entire process seamless and stress-free. Dr James Robert is not just a lawyer but a trusted partner who genuinely cares about his clients’ success. For anyone looking for a highly skilled and reliable immigration lawyer, I wholeheartedly recommend [Lawyer’s Name] and his team. They don’t just deliver results—they change lives. Trust them to handle your case with the utmost professionalism and ensure a brighter future for you and your family!”

Posted by anonymous | May 07, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

My Asylum case has been approved!!

Mr. James Roberts has been there with me through the whole journey. He was very honest and clear about all the options I had and gave me all the pros and cons and explained all the possible outcomes. He trained me well for my case and was very thorough in his assessment. If you are looking for an exp...erienced attorney who’s honest I would definitely recommend him!!

Posted by Said osman | March 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

I recommend

Mr James is a great attorney. Truthful and honest about his job. He showed me dedication and hard work through my legal process.he was always there for me when I want to him. He secured my future here in America.

Posted by Kareem Tawadros | December 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Experienced fighter! The best lawyer ever!

Mr Roberts is the best lawyer ever and honestly my review should've been posted even before my case was granted! He is straightforward, honest and always on point! Very loyal and dedicated and by that I mean that he will give your care all attention and dedication! During your practice you will fee...l like you're his only client! He is so focused on details and will make sure your case is strong and fit and if not he will be so honest and will tell you your real situation! He's neither optimistic nor pessimistic! He's logical and realistic! I have to mention this , my case was rescheduled so many times! It took 10 years in the court for so many reasons ( none of them which the lawyer can do anything about it , I didn't have any emergency that could've granted me a motion! So it's not his fault at all!!) and covid one of them ! I had multiple dates for the court during those 10 years, each of them Mr Roberts was preparing me strongly and carefully! He never treated me like I'm a case who took much of his time and energy although my case really did that! I took so many appointments and all was covered by contract and I repeat he never complained! Never played busy although He's really busy! One of the most important things! He's so credible at the court! Judges know him well and respect him! He understands very well how the court dynamics works! He understands how the judges and government attorneys ask their questions and can pretty much expect a lot of their actions! It's experience + intelligence + strong analytical thinking! Honestly I learned a lot from Mr Roberts far beyond my case! Maybe because I spent with him 10 years :) lol I'm sure he is the best lawyer for any nationality but if you're Coptic Egyptian and reading this review, please don't hesitate to start calling Mr Roberts at 7038658962 ! He understands the Coptic situation very well!! He will surprise you with how much he understands it! Mr Roberts , I'm forever grateful to you and I thank God for he is the one guided me to you !

Posted by Amir | March 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

The BEST Lawyer EVER

For the past 18 years I have been trying to bring my wife the this country, I have hired several lawyers, most of them are Big names in the business, spend a lot of money and all of them failed. Finally I went to James Robert, he is kind, passionate, considerate, and very professional, and finally my... wife was able to come over and my family is finally complete. Mr. Robert did an amazing job that my dream finally came true. A Million Thanks to you!!!

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Moona Ali

Immigration lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. James Roberts is an excellent immigration lawyer. I often refer asylum and deportation cases to him. People I have referred to him have been very happy."

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Experience

Rating:  6.8 (Good)

Associations

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Education

1993

George Mason University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

James Madison University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

Arabic

Swahili

Russian

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