John L Pinnix
Immigration attorney · Raleigh, NC · Admitted North Carolina 1973, bar no. Active Registration
About this attorney
John L. Pinnix is a veteran immigration attorney based in Raleigh, North Carolina, bringing more than five decades of legal experience to individuals, families, and employers navigating the complexities of U.S. immigration. His comprehensive practice encompasses family-sponsored petitions, employment-based immigration, permanent residency (green cards), naturalization, and robust defense in deportation and removal proceedings.
Mr. Pinnix earned his Juris Doctor from the Wake Forest University School of Law in 1973, following both a bachelor's and master's degree from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. A recognized leader in the legal community, he has earned an AV Preeminent rating and has been consistently honored in The Best Lawyers in America and North Carolina Super Lawyers for decades.
Operating under the belief that when results matter, experience counts, Mr. Pinnix is dedicated to providing individualized, strategic counsel to every client. Whether guiding a professional through complex consular processing or advocating for a family in immigration court, he combines deep legal knowledge with enduring commitment to client success.
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
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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.
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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
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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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