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Immigration Lawyers in Newport News, VA: 2026 rankings

28 immigration lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in Newport News: The Law Office of Alireza Ghazi-Zahedi, Esq., LFR Score 67/100; 4.8★ from 93 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 12

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Portner & Shure, P.A., posts 24/7 hours; ranked #12 of 28.

  3. 9

    Most-reviewed: Hunter Law Firm, 449 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 28 ranked; ranked #9.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

28 Newport News immigration lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 4 are open 24/7, 5 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 28 rated law firms.

Top 10 immigration lawyers in Newport News at a glance

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Top 10 immigration lawyers in Newport News at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1The Law Office of Alireza Ghazi-Zahedi, Esq.674.8★ (93)Williamsburg, 22 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Top score
2Gardner & Mendoza, P.C.645.0★ (37)Newport News——
3Gardner & Mendoza, P.C.634.8★ (275)Virginia Beach, 29 mi away——
4Anna Sergeeva, Esq.635.0★ (45)Virginia Beach, 29 mi away——
5Valverde Law PLLC624.7★ (197)Virginia Beach, 27 mi away——
6Powell Law, PLLC624.9★ (78)Williamsburg, 22 mi away——
7Satnam Singh PC604.6★ (65)Norfolk, 20 mi away——
8Jeanne T. Anderson605.0★ (6)Newport News——
9Hunter Law Firm584.8★ (449)Hampton, 6 mi away—Most reviews
10Riddle & Hanna, PLC584.8★ (228)Newport News——

All 28 immigration lawyers in Newport News, in rank order

Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

  1. Ranked #1 in Newport News

    Based in Williamsburg, 22 mi away

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 93 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 93 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    100 Queen Mary Ct, Williamsburg, VA 23188
  2. Based in Newport News

    64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 37 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    11815 Fountain Way Suite 300, Newport News, VA 23606
  3. Based in Virginia Beach, 29 mi away

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 275 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 275 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    909 First Colonial Rd #100, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
  4. Based in Virginia Beach, 29 mi away

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 45 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.

    Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 45 Google reviews
    Address
    780 Lynnhaven Pkwy #400, Virginia Beach, VA 23452
  5. Based in Virginia Beach, 27 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 197 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 197 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    397 Little Neck Rd Ste 205, Virginia Beach, VA 23452
  6. Based in Williamsburg, 22 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 78 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 78 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5248 Olde Towne Rd #2, Williamsburg, VA 23188
  7. Based in Norfolk, 20 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 65 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 65 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5739 Northampton Blvd, Norfolk, VA 23502
  8. Based in Newport News

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    610 Thimble Shoals Blvd, Newport News, VA 23606
  9. Based in Hampton, 6 mi away

    58/100LFR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 449 Google reviews, the most in Newport News.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 449 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    910 W Mercury Blvd #2A, Hampton, VA 23666
  10. Based in Newport News

    58/100LFR Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 228 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 228 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    601 Thimble Shoals Blvd Ste 200, Newport News, VA 23606
  11. Based in Virginia Beach, 23 mi away

    57/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.8★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 3.8★ from 32 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5712 Cleveland St #100, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
  12. Based in Norfolk, 19 mi away

    57/100LFR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 44 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 44 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    999 Waterside Dr #2525, Norfolk, VA 23510
  13. Based in Norfolk, 20 mi away

    55/100LFR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 2.8★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 2.8★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 9:30 AM–2:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5739 Northampton Blvd, Norfolk, VA 23502
  14. Based in Virginia Beach, 28 mi away

    55/100LFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 34 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    477 Viking Dr Suite 360, Virginia Beach, VA 23452
  15. Based in Virginia Beach, 25 mi away

    54/100LFR Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 216 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 216 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4560 South Blvd Ste 300, Virginia Beach, VA 23452
  16. Based in Virginia Beach, 25 mi away

    51/100LFR Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    293 Independence Blvd #231, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
  17. Based in Newport News

    50/100LFR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    12610 Patrick Henry Dr STE B, Newport News, VA 23602
  18. Based in Virginia Beach, 25 mi away

    49/100LFR Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 38 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    222 Central Park Ave #400, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
  19. Based in Virginia Beach, 28 mi away

    49/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 43 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 43 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    128 S Lynnhaven Rd #202, Virginia Beach, VA 23452
  20. Based in Virginia Beach, 24 mi away

    49/100LFR Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    900 Commonwealth Pl, Virginia Beach, VA 23464
  21. Based in Virginia Beach, 28 mi away

    48/100LFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    212 Eureka Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23452
  22. Based in Virginia Beach, 25 mi away

    48/100LFR Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    222 Central Park Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
  23. Based in Chesapeake, 16 mi away

    48/100LFR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3800 Poplar Hill Rd Ste G, Chesapeake, VA 23321

All 28 immigration lawyers

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #28, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile.

immigration lawyers in Newport News, ranks 26 to 28
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Robert C. Neeley, Jr., Attorney and Counselor At Law484.0★ (26)23 mi
27Anna Ernest484.6★ (12)25 mi
28American Immigration And Business474.5★ (11)23 mi

Also serving Newport News

18 more immigration lawyers within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked immigration lawyers serving Newport News
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Anderson Legal Group, PC4.8★ (71)In Newport News
Anthony Montagna, III, a Partner at Montagna Law5.0★ (45)In Newport News
Gardner & Mendoza, P.C.5.0★ (2)25 mi
Goff Voltin4.8★ (80)In Newport News
GOLDSTEIN, EDGAR & REAGAN4.3★ (107)In Newport News
Huff Law, PLC5.0★ (475)In Newport News
Jen Anderson Law (formerly Jen Sherwood)4.8★ (122)In Newport News
Kaufman & Canoles, P.C.5.0★ (10)In Newport News
Larry King Law4.9★ (249)In Newport News
Matney Law PLLC4.8★ (106)In Newport News
Nathaniel J. Webb III3.5★ (27)In Newport News
Sarfan & Nachman, L.L.C Attorneys At Law4.4★ (25)In Newport News
Short Short Telstead & Kerr5.0★ (1)In Newport News
Terrence K. Martin Attorney At Law3.8★ (17)In Newport News
The Law Office Of Luba Seliavski, PLLC5.0★ (1)25 mi
The Law Office of Natalie Driver Womack, PLC24 mi
Weisberg & Weisberg, PLLC4.3★ (136)In Newport News
Welch & Wright, PLLC5.0★ (21)In Newport News

How we ranked Newport News immigration lawyers

We scored 28 Newport News immigration lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Newport News data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose an immigration lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many immigration law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Check the lawyer is in good standing with a state bar or law society; immigration lawyers can be licensed in any state.
  7. Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.

Questions to ask an immigration lawyer

  • How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
  • How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
  • Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
  • What are my options, and what are the risks of each?
  • Which government fees are not included in your fee?
  • Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?

Terms explained

Contingency fee
A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
Retainer
Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
Flat fee
One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
Limited-scope representation
Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
Statute of limitations
The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
Good standing
A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
Law society
The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
Board certification
Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
Attorney–client privilege
The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
Conflict check
The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
Pro bono
Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
Legal aid
Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.

Immigration lawyers in Newport News: frequently asked questions

Which immigration lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Newport News?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked immigration lawyer in Newport News, VA is The Law Office of Alireza Ghazi-Zahedi, Esq. with an LFR Score of 67/100. It has 4.8★ from 93 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Gardner & Mendoza, P.C. (#2) and Gardner & Mendoza, P.C. (#3) follow. We ranked 28 immigration lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many immigration lawyers are there in Newport News?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 28 immigration lawyers serving Newport News, VA. 5 of them are based in Newport News; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 18 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which immigration lawyers in Newport News are open 24/7?

4 ranked immigration lawyers in Newport News post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are The Law Office of Alireza Ghazi-Zahedi, Esq. (#1), Portner & Shure, P.A. (#12) and Portner & Shure, P.A. (#14). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which immigration lawyers in Newport News work on weekends?

5 of 28 ranked immigration lawyers post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are The Law Office of Alireza Ghazi-Zahedi, Esq. (#1), Portner & Shure, P.A. (#12) and Portner & Shure, P.A. (#14). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Newport News immigration lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 28 rated immigration lawyers in Newport News is 4.8★, with a median of 33 reviews. Hunter Law Firm has the most, 449 reviews, and ranks #9. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does LawFirmsRanked rank immigration lawyers?

Each immigration lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do immigration lawyers outside Newport News count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Newport News city center, our service radius for immigration lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.

Can immigration lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?

No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.

How do immigration lawyers in Newport News, VA charge?

Immigration lawyers often charge a flat fee per application and hourly rates for court cases. Government filing fees are separate. Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $377 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.

Who can legally represent me in an immigration matter?

In the US, only lawyers and accredited representatives of recognised organisations may represent you before immigration agencies and courts (8 CFR 292.1). A notario or consultant cannot. This is general information, not legal advice.

How is this list of immigration lawyers in Newport News, VA ranked?

By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.

Does a lawyer need an office in Newport News?

No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.

Update log for Newport News

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 28 immigration lawyers serving Newport News.