How Much Does Immigration Lawyer Cost in Alabama?

Alabama pricing is below the national average. Updated for 2026.

Low End

$1,230

Average

$3,280

High End

$8,200

per case

Immigration Lawyer Pricing in Alabama

In Alabama, the average cost for immigration lawyer is $3,280 per case, which is 18% lower than the national average of $4,000. Most Alabama residents pay between $1,230 and $8,200.

Alabama benefits from a lower cost of living than many states, resulting in more affordable pricing for immigration lawyer. This makes it one of the more budget-friendly states for this service.

Immigration lawyers handle visas, green cards, citizenship applications, deportation defense, and asylum cases. Costs vary dramatically by case type and complexity.

Alabama vs National Average

Alabama Average

$3,280

National Average

$4,000

What Affects Immigration Lawyer Cost in Alabama?

Case Type

Citizenship: $1,500-$3,000. Family green card: $2,000-$5,000. Employment visa: $3,000-$8,000. Deportation defense: $5,000-$15,000. Asylum: $5,000-$15,000

Filing Fees

Government fees add $500-$2,000+ on top of attorney fees

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Capitol & Partners

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💡 Tips to Save on Immigration Lawyer in Alabama

1.Simple applications like citizenship can be done without a lawyer ($725 filing fee only)
2.Legal aid organizations offer free immigration help for qualifying individuals
3.Get a flat-fee quote rather than hourly billing
4.Law school clinics provide supervised immigration help at no cost

📈 Immigration Lawyer in Alabama Cost Trends (2020–2024)

Prices have increased +17.8% over the last 5 years

$2,785

2020

$2,902

2021

$3,091

2022

$3,178

2023

$3,280

2024

Year	National Avg	YoY Change
2020	$2,785	—
2021	$2,902	+4.2%
2022	$3,091	+6.5%
2023	$3,178	+2.8%
2024	$3,280	+3.2%

Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.

💬 What Did You Pay?

Real costs reported by homeowners for Immigration Lawyer in Alabama

$3,098

Avg Reported

$2,169

Lowest Reported

$4,492

Highest Reported

Recent Reports

$2,814

Dallas, TX · Jan 2024

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$3,025

Chicago, IL · Feb 2024

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$2,991

Phoenix, AZ · Mar 2024

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$3,088

Denver, CO · Apr 2024

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$3,105

Atlanta, GA · May 2024

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$3,436

Seattle, WA · Jun 2024

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an immigration lawyer?

For straightforward applications (citizenship, renewal), you may not. For green cards, employment visas, deportation defense, or any complicated situation, a lawyer is strongly recommended.