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James W. Austin
Immigration Attorney in Kansas City, Missouri
Austin & Ferguson, L.L.C.Kansas City, MO
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James W. Austin is a lawyer practicing asylum, citizenship, consular law and 13 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri, Kansas City, and has been licensed for 35 years. James practices at Austin & Ferguson, L.L.C. in Kansas City, MO.
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About the Attorney
James W. Austin is a lawyer practicing asylum, citizenship, consular law and 13 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri, Kansas City, and has been licensed for 35 years. James practices at Austin & Ferguson, L.L.C. in Kansas City, MO.
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Practice Areas
Immigration Matters Handled
- Protection for people who fear persecution in their home country, including affirmative and defensive asylum.
- Petitions for spouses, children, parents and siblings of U.S. citizens and permanent residents, including adjustment of status and consular processing.
- Employer-sponsored labor certification preceding many employment-based green card petitions.
- Green cards through qualifying investment in a new commercial enterprise in the United States.
- Refugee processing and Temporary Protected Status for nationals of designated countries.
- Representation in immigration court removal proceedings and related relief such as cancellation of removal.
- Immigrant and nonimmigrant visa processing at U.S. embassies and consulates abroad.
- Applications for U.S. citizenship (N-400), certificates of citizenship and related issues.
Education / Credentials / Memberships
Education
- J.D., University of Missouri, Kansas City
- —, University of Missouri, Kansas City B.A. Administration of Justice
Credentials
- Admitted to practice in Missouri (1991)
Memberships
- American Immigration Lawyers Association State Bar of Missouri Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association
Office & Service Areas
Austin & Ferguson, L.L.C.
Blue Ridge Towers, 4240 Blue Ridge Boulevard, Suite 315, Kansas City, MO 64133
Serving clients in Kansas City and throughout Missouri.
Consultation & Fees Overview
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- Fees discussed during the consultation
- Engagement terms and scope of representation provided in writing
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Profile updated Nov 2, 2026. Source: imported listing.