Brandon Carter
Immigration attorney · Oak Park, IL · Admitted Illinois 2013, bar no. Active Registration
About this attorney
Brandon Carter is a dedicated attorney serving clients throughout Illinois, focusing his practice primarily on immigration and criminal defense matters. As the founder of Global Periphery LLC, he provides detail-oriented counsel to individuals and families facing life-altering legal challenges. Whether navigating complex immigration procedures or defending against criminal charges, he brings comprehensive insight and attentive representation to every case.
Mr. Carter earned his dual Juris Doctor and Master of Business Administration (JD/MBA) degrees from Valparaiso University School of Law in 2017, after completing his undergraduate education at DePaul University in 2013. His commitment to excellence and high-caliber legal advocacy earned him recognition as a Top 40 Under 40 attorney in 2025.
Deeply committed to community legal service, Brandon Carter believes that every client deserves accessible, transparent, and empathetic legal support. He and his bilingual team emphasize clear communication and responsive advocacy, striving to give clients peace of mind while protecting their rights and future.
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, bar registration numbers, 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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