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Viles Law Firm guides individuals, families, and businesses through complex immigration and federal tax matters — with clarity, compassion, and real results.
H-1B, L-1, O-1 visas, PERM labor certifications, and employer petitions
Spousal petitions, green cards, adjustment of status, I-130
Citizenship for green card holders — including N-648 disability exemptions
Removal defense, RFE responses, NOID challenges, and appeals
Affirmative and defensive asylum applications for persecuted individuals
IRS disputes, Offer in Compromise, FATCA/FBAR compliance, audits
Peter Viles founded this firm on a simple idea: expert legal help shouldn't require proximity. Whether you're in Houston or Honolulu, our fully electronic practice puts experienced immigration and tax counsel at your screen.
We specialize in cases others find overwhelming — including naturalization for clients who don't speak English, complex IRS controversies, and immigration court defense.
"Peter handled our entire family green card petition over Zoom. We were nervous about the process, but every step was explained clearly. Approved first try."
"My mother doesn't speak English but wanted to become a citizen. The N-648 route was something we didn't know existed. Attorney Viles made it happen."
"I received an IRS notice that terrified me. Viles Law resolved a 3-year tax controversy with a successful Offer in Compromise. Straightforward, professional, no runaround."
Book a consultation. No obligation, no jargon — just clear answers about your options. We accept clients from all 50 states for immigration and federal tax matters.
Founding Partner — Immigration & Federal Tax Attorney
Attorney Viles is licensed by the Texas Supreme Court and represents individual and business clients throughout the United States and worldwide. His practice spans immigration law — including family-based green cards, business visas, naturalization, asylum, and immigration court defense — as well as federal tax controversy before the IRS.
What sets Attorney Viles apart is a genuinely rare combination of credentials: a law degree, a Master's in Tax Law, and a Master's in Linguistics. That linguistic expertise makes him uniquely effective for clients navigating naturalization who have been unable to learn English — particularly in preparing N-648 Medical Certification cases that allow a disability exemption from the English language requirement.
His dual expertise in immigration and tax law provides an invaluable advantage when issues overlap — for example, when tax filing errors threaten a green card application, or when IRS liabilities affect naturalization eligibility. He is experienced in guiding clients through family law and criminal matters with an eye toward immigration consequences.
Legal processes involving USCIS and the IRS can be overwhelming — especially for clients whose first language is not English. Viles Law Firm is dedicated to explaining every step in plain language, connecting complex legal requirements to real-world outcomes.
Our fully electronic practice means we're never more than a Zoom call away, regardless of where you are in the United States or the world.
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In-person, by telephone, or via Zoom — whichever is most convenient for you. We accept clients from all 50 states for immigration and federal tax matters.
From family green cards to business visas, naturalization, and court defense — Viles Law Firm handles the full spectrum of U.S. immigration law, remotely accessible from anywhere in the world.
H-1B, L-1, O-1, PERM, EB-1, EB-2, and employer sponsorships
I-130 petitions, adjustment of status, spousal green cards
Citizenship applications, including disability exemptions
Removal defense, RFE responses, appeals
Affirmative and defensive asylum, withholding of removal
Book a consultation. Attorney Viles will review your situation and explain your options in plain language.
Becoming a U.S. citizen is one of the most significant legal steps a person can take. Whether your path is straightforward or complicated by a criminal record, long absences, or an inability to learn English — we've handled it.
U.S. citizenship grants the right to vote, unrestricted travel, and the ability to sponsor family members. Viles Law Firm evaluates your eligibility across four key USCIS areas: Continuous Residence, Physical Presence, English Language & Civics, and Good Moral Character.
We review your travel history, criminal record, tax filings, and residency period to confirm you're ready to apply — before you file.
Using our N-400 checklist, we gather every document USCIS will need — eliminating surprises at the interview.
We prepare and file your N-400, or your N-400 with N-648 disability waiver if English is a barrier.
We provide the full civics question set and coach you on what to expect — so you walk in confident.
We support you through the final step — the Oath of Allegiance and the day you become a U.S. citizen.
Permanent residents who cannot learn English may qualify for a medical exemption through Form N-648. Attorney Viles holds a Master's degree in Linguistics with a focus on second language acquisition — making him uniquely equipped to build compelling N-648 cases for clients who have been unable to learn English.
Service members and veterans may qualify for expedited naturalization with reduced or eliminated residency requirements. We guide military families through every step of the citizenship process.
Worried about a criminal background or long trips abroad? We assess your specific history before advising you to file — protecting you from a denial that could trigger far worse consequences.
Criminal convictions and immigration consequences intersect in ways that can be devastating if not carefully navigated — a field known as "crimmigration." Filing a naturalization application at the wrong time, with an undisclosed or misunderstood criminal record, can not only result in a denial but can place a green card holder in removal proceedings.
Attorney Viles reviews your full criminal history — including arrests without conviction, expunged records, and offenses from decades ago — to assess whether you are eligible to apply, and whether doing so is safe. Crimes Involving Moral Turpitude (CIMTs), aggravated felonies, and drug-related offenses each carry different consequences, and the analysis is highly fact-specific.
Filing for naturalization can prompt USCIS to re-examine your entire immigration history. In some cases, it can trigger a Notice to Appear (NTA) and removal proceedings. We will never advise you to file before it is safe to do so.
Book a consultation. We'll review your eligibility, explain the N-648 option if applicable, and outline your path to citizenship.
We help companies and professionals navigate H-1B, L-1, O-1, PERM, and EB visa categories — so the right people can work where they're needed.
Whether you're an employer sponsoring a skilled worker or a professional seeking an employment-based green card, Viles Law Firm provides precise, strategic counsel from initial petition through final approval.
An RFE or a visa denial doesn't have to be the end. We've successfully responded to complex USCIS challenges and turned initial denials into approvals.
Click any visa type to see the key eligibility requirements.
Internationally recognized athlete or member of an internationally recognized entertainment group. Must demonstrate sustained acclaim and recognition.
Artist or entertainer performing under a reciprocal exchange program between a U.S. organization and a foreign organization.
Artist or entertainer coming to perform, teach, or coach in a culturally unique program. Must be coming to the U.S. to further the development of the art form.
The Conrad 30 program allows J-1 exchange visitor physicians subject to the two-year home residency requirement to obtain a waiver by agreeing to practice primary care or a designated specialty in a federally designated Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) or Medically Underserved Area (MUA) for a minimum of three years. Each state is allocated up to 30 Conrad waivers per federal fiscal year — making early filing critical.
The 212(d)(3) waiver — known as the Hranka waiver — is the broadest nonimmigrant waiver available under U.S. immigration law. It allows individuals who are otherwise inadmissible to obtain a nonimmigrant visa or be admitted temporarily to the United States, regardless of the ground of inadmissibility (with limited exceptions). This makes it particularly valuable for business travelers, investors, employees, and others who need temporary U.S. entry but have a prior bar — such as a prior removal, criminal conviction, fraud finding, or prior unlawful presence.
Book a consultation to discuss your business immigration needs — for individuals and employers alike.
Reunite with the people who matter most. We handle spousal green cards, family petitions, and adjustment of status — even if your spouse is still abroad.
The family immigration process involves multiple agencies, strict deadlines, and significant documentation — but it doesn't have to be overwhelming. Viles Law Firm handles each step methodically, from the initial I-130 petition to the final green card approval.
We prepare and file the Petition for Alien Relative — the first step in most family-based immigration cases.
We track your priority date and notify you as soon as you become eligible to file for adjustment of status or consular processing.
For beneficiaries already in the U.S., we file the adjustment of status application with all supporting documentation.
For beneficiaries abroad, we coordinate the National Visa Center process and prepare you for the consular interview.
If your marriage is under 2 years, we file the I-751 to remove conditions and convert to a permanent green card.
Married to a U.S. citizen but worried about your tax filings or criminal history? We review everything before filing — protecting your chances of success.
If your fiancé(e) is abroad, the K-1 visa allows them to enter the U.S. to marry within 90 days. We handle the full petition, supporting documentation, and consular preparation.
Undocumented immediate family members of active duty military, veterans, and certain reservists may be eligible for Parole in Place — allowing them to remain in the U.S. and apply for a green card without leaving.
The 212(d)(3) waiver — known as the Hranka waiver after the landmark Board of Immigration Appeals decision — is the broadest nonimmigrant waiver available. It allows individuals who are otherwise inadmissible to the United States to obtain a nonimmigrant visa or be admitted temporarily, regardless of the ground of inadmissibility (with limited exceptions). Unlike the I-601, there is no requirement to show a qualifying relative — the applicant must demonstrate that the reasons for admission outweigh the factors of inadmissibility, considering the risk of harm to society, the seriousness of the conduct, and the applicant's reasons for seeking admission. It applies to both family and business travelers seeking temporary entry.
J-1 exchange visitors subject to the two-year home residency requirement cannot change status or obtain an immigrant visa until that requirement is fulfilled — unless a waiver is granted. Waivers are available on several grounds, including a No Objection Statement from the home country, an Interested Government Agency request, hardship to a U.S. citizen or LPR family member, or persecution. We evaluate your specific situation and pursue the strongest available waiver basis.
Form I-601 is an Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility, used when a person has been found inadmissible to the United States — often due to unlawful presence, certain criminal convictions, fraud, or misrepresentation. The standard for most I-601 waivers requires showing extreme hardship to a qualifying U.S. citizen or LPR spouse or parent. These applications are document-intensive and the hardship showing must be compelling.
The I-601A Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver allows certain immediate relatives of U.S. citizens to apply for a waiver of the 3- or 10-year unlawful presence bar before departing the U.S. for their immigrant visa interview abroad. This significantly reduces the time families are separated during the consular process. Eligibility requires a qualifying relationship, an approved I-130, and a demonstration of extreme hardship to the U.S. citizen spouse or parent.
If you are the victim of battery or extreme cruelty by a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident spouse, parent, or child, you may be able to self-petition for a green card under VAWA — without the abuser's knowledge or cooperation. These cases are handled with complete confidentiality. Viles Law Firm has extensive experience guiding VAWA clients through the self-petition process and toward safety and legal status.
Book a consultation. We'll review your relationship history, assess eligibility, and map out the clearest path to a green card.
Facing deportation or a removal order is one of the most serious situations a person can encounter. We provide aggressive, strategic defense at every stage of the immigration court process.
If you've received a Notice to Appear (NTA), been detained by ICE, or received a denial with appeal rights, time is critical. Viles Law Firm provides comprehensive immigration court representation — from initial hearings through the Board of Immigration Appeals.
Challenging the government's basis for removal and presenting every available relief option.
Responding to USCIS Requests for Evidence and Notices of Intent to Deny before a case reaches court.
Appealing adverse immigration judge decisions to the Board of Immigration Appeals with thorough legal briefing.
A motion to reopen asks the immigration court or BIA to reopen a case based on new facts or evidence that were not available at the time of the original hearing. Common grounds include changed country conditions for asylum cases, ineffective assistance of prior counsel, or new evidence of eligibility for relief. Strict time limits apply — generally 90 days from the final order — though exceptions exist for asylum and in absentia orders.
Requesting DHS to exercise discretion to close or administratively dismiss low-priority removal cases.
Advocating for your release from immigration detention at custody redetermination hearings.
A person who has been removed, deported, or has departed under a final order of removal is inadmissible and cannot return to the United States without first obtaining permission. Form I-212, Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission, is how that permission is requested. Without an approved I-212, attempting to reenter after removal is a federal crime — and any visa or status obtained without it is invalid.
Lawful Permanent Residents in removal proceedings may apply for cancellation if they have held a green card for at least 5 years, resided continuously in the U.S. for 7 years, and have not been convicted of an aggravated felony.
Non-permanent residents may qualify if they have been continuously present in the U.S. for 10 years, have good moral character, and can show that removal would cause exceptional and extremely unusual hardship to a qualifying U.S. citizen or LPR family member.
Victims of battery or extreme cruelty by a U.S. citizen or LPR spouse or parent may qualify for VAWA cancellation of removal — with a reduced continuous presence requirement of 3 years and a lower hardship standard. These cases are handled with complete confidentiality.
Even with a prior removal order or a criminal record, relief options may exist. Don't assume your case is hopeless — let us review it first.
When someone is placed in removal proceedings, asylum can be raised as a defense before the immigration judge. This is known as defensive asylum — and it is often the most critical stage of an asylum case. We prepare a comprehensive case built on documentation, country conditions evidence, and a credible, well-prepared client.
Immigration court deadlines are unforgiving. Book an urgent consultation today — we'll review your case and explain all available defenses.
If you have faced persecution or have a well-founded fear of persecution in your home country, you may qualify for asylum in the United States. We represent asylum seekers at every stage — from the first interview to the final hearing.
Asylum applications are among the most high-stakes immigration matters — they require compelling documentation, precise legal arguments, and careful management of deadlines. Viles Law Firm provides thorough, compassionate representation from the initial filing through any appeals.
Filing with USCIS Asylum Office proactively, before removal proceedings have begun. Must be filed within 1 year of arriving in the U.S.
Presenting asylum as a defense in immigration court removal proceedings — often the last line of protection against deportation.
An alternative form of protection for those who may not qualify for full asylum but cannot safely return home.
Asylum may be available if persecution is based on: race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group. We help you build a documented, credible claim based on your specific circumstances.
Every asylum case is different. The strength of your claim depends on documentation, corroborating evidence, and how your story is presented. We build every case from the ground up.
One of the most critical — and most overlooked — aspects of an asylum case is the consistency of your testimony over time. Immigration judges and asylum officers are trained to compare what you say at your hearing against every prior statement you have ever made: your credible fear interview at the border, your written asylum application, and any prior USCIS interviews.
Inconsistencies — even minor ones that seem unimportant — can be used to find that you lack credibility and deny your case entirely. Whether you crossed the border and went through a credible fear interview, or filed your asylum application with USCIS years ago, we review every prior statement before you testify so your account remains accurate and consistent throughout.
If you had a credible fear interview at the border, that record exists and will be reviewed by the judge. We compare your interview record to your application and testimony to identify and address any discrepancies before they become a problem.
If you filed an asylum application with USCIS years ago and are now in removal proceedings, your original application is part of the record. Details in that old application must align with what you say today — memories fade, but the record does not.
We conduct a thorough pre-hearing review of every document in your record, prepare you for cross-examination, and ensure your testimony is both truthful and consistent — giving your case the best possible foundation for approval.
Asylum law is complex and the deadlines are strict. Contact us today for a confidential consultation about your situation and options.
Tax problems don't exist in isolation — for immigrants, tax errors can jeopardize green cards, naturalization, and residency status. We resolve both the tax issue and the immigration consequence.
Viles Law Firm is uniquely positioned at the intersection of immigration and tax law. Inaccurate tax filings can give USCIS grounds to question the validity of a marriage, allege tax fraud, or deny naturalization for lack of good moral character. We resolve both simultaneously.
Negotiating with the IRS to settle your tax debt for less than the full amount owed — freeing your immigration path.
Correcting filing status, dependent claims, and income reporting errors that could harm your immigration case.
Representing you in IRS audits and examinations, with particular expertise in cases involving immigrant clients.
Establishing IRS installment agreements so you can resolve tax liabilities and qualify for immigration benefits.
Reporting foreign accounts and income — and correcting past failures to file through the Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Program.
Reviewing your tax history before immigration filings — catching and correcting problems before USCIS does.
Whether you have an IRS notice, unresolved debt, or need your returns reviewed before an immigration filing — we can help.