Luanne Santelises
Immigration attorney · Providence, RI · Admitted Rhode Island 2011
About this attorney
Luanne Santelises is a dedicated Rhode Island attorney with 15 years of legal experience, focusing her practice on immigration law and Social Security Disability. Based in Providence, she founded the Santelises Law Firm to deliver trusted legal guidance and assertive advocacy for individuals and families facing complex administrative and immigration challenges. Attorney Santelises earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Massachusetts School of Law in 2011 after completing her undergraduate studies at Providence College. Throughout her career, she has distinguished herself through exemplary advocacy and community commitment, earning the Pro Bono and Public Service Award in 2015 in recognition of her contributions to public interest law. Firmly committed to client-centered representation, Attorney Santelises believes that every client deserves honesty, integrity, and attentive communication. She prioritizes personalized service and transparent counsel, guiding clients through every step of the legal process with professionalism and empathy.
Throughout their legal career, Luanne has concentrated their practice on complex immigration filings, including green card legal assistance and social security & disability. Having graduated from University of Massachusetts School of Law, they bring rigorous statutory analysis, thorough evidentiary documentation, and meticulous case preparation to every client petition before the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and regional Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) immigration courts.
Recognizing that immigration matters are deeply personal and critical to their clients' future, Luanne maintains transparent communication and accessible counsel throughout every stage of the legal process. Their office conducts thorough initial case evaluations, helps clients understand potential risks and timelines, and provides clear, personalized guidance from initial petition submission through interview representation and appellate review.
Matters handled
Practices before USCIS, EOIR immigration courts, and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA):
Asylum and refugee protection
Green cards
Marriage and family petitions
Work visas
Citizenship and naturalization
Deportation defense
Student visas
Business immigration
Admissions
Licensing and court practice jurisdictions:
Authorized to appear and represent clients before all United States Immigration Courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), and USCIS administrative interviews nationwide under 8 C.F.R. § 1292.1.
Languages
Languages consultations and case preparations are conducted in:
Consultations
Consultation formats, fee structures, and scheduling terms:
Initial assessments conducted via secure video conference (Zoom/Meet), telephone, or in-person at the firm office.
Consultation fee is credited directly toward total legal representation fees if you retain the attorney.
Office
Physical office location, remote availability, and jurisdictions served:
Because United States immigration law is strictly federal, this attorney represents clients living across all 50 states, U.S. territories, and abroad with electronic filings and secure video consultations.
Contact
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