
Galina Rakityanskaya
Immigration attorney · Rockville, MD · Admitted Maryland 2012
About this attorney
Galina Rakityanskaya is an attorney based in Rockville, Maryland, focusing her legal practice on immigration and international law. Serving clients navigating the intricate pathways of United States immigration, she provides knowledgeable counsel across a range of immigration matters, visa petitions, and cross-border legal challenges. With dual-language capabilities in English and Russian, Ms. Rakityanskaya effectively assists individuals, families, and businesses from diverse international backgrounds. Her dedicated focus allows her to address complex cross-border issues with precision and comprehensive attention to detail. Ms. Rakityanskaya is committed to offering client-centered legal representation characterized by clear communication, integrity, and proactive advocacy. She strives to demystify complex legal processes and guide clients toward positive resolutions in their personal and professional immigration journeys.
Throughout their legal career, Galina has concentrated their practice on complex immigration filings, including green card legal assistance and international. Having graduated from an accredited American Bar Association law school, 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, Galina 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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