IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY PROFILE
Lelia Adams
Immigration Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona
Essien Immigration Law, PLLCPhoenix, AZ
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Lelia Adams is a Principal Attorney at Essien Law Group. Lelia specializes in consulting/representing clients in the area of Family-Based Immigration, Nonimmigrant Visas for Students/ Exchange Visitors, Investment-Based Immigration, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA), Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) , Employment-Bas…
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About the Attorney
Lelia Adams is a Principal Attorney at Essien Law Group. Lelia specializes in consulting/representing clients in the area of Family-Based Immigration, Nonimmigrant Visas for Students/ Exchange Visitors, Investment-Based Immigration, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA), Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) , Employment-Based Immigration, Deportation and Removal, Asylum and representing their interests when dealing with USCIS and immigration court.
Lelia an immigrant strongly believes in fighting for other immigrants. After watching her mother get deported was the driving force behind her becoming an Attorney with primary…
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focus area in immigration. She worked hard in bringing her mother back into the country and will ensure that she does whatever it legally takes to fight for her client for a successful outcome.
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Practice Areas
Immigration Matters Handled
- Petitions for spouses, children, parents and siblings of U.S. citizens and permanent residents, including adjustment of status and consular processing.
- Protection for people who fear persecution in their home country, including affirmative and defensive asylum.
- Protection for survivors of domestic violence, qualifying crimes and human trafficking.
- Representation in immigration court removal proceedings and related relief such as cancellation of removal.
- Applications for U.S. citizenship (N-400), certificates of citizenship and related issues.
- Employer immigration programs, Form I-9 compliance and worksite enforcement matters.
Education / Credentials / Memberships
Education
- J.D., Stetson University College of Law
- B.A. Political, Southern Connecticut State University
Credentials
- Admitted to practice in Arizona (2024)
- Admitted to practice in Missouri (2010)
Memberships
- Member of American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Member of the Missouri Bar Association
Office & Service Areas
Essien Immigration Law, PLLC
20 East Thomas Road, Suite 2200, Phoenix, AZ 85012
Serving clients in Phoenix and throughout Arizona.
Consultation & Fees Overview
Consultations are available to discuss your immigration goals, review your situation, and outline potential options. Fees and representation details are discussed during the consultation and may vary based on the type and complexity of your case.
- Consultation options are shared on request.
- Free initial consultation
- Engagement terms and scope of representation provided in writing
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Profile updated Nov 2, 2026. Source: imported listing.