How Much Does Immigration Lawyer Cost in Michigan?

Michigan pricing is near the national average. Updated for 2026.

Low End

$1,380

Average

$3,680

High End

$9,200

per case

Immigration Lawyer Pricing in Michigan

In Michigan, the average cost for immigration lawyer is $3,680 per case, which is 8% lower than the national average of $4,000. Most Michigan residents pay between $1,380 and $9,200.

Michigan has costs that track closely with the national average, though prices can still vary between urban and rural areas within the state.

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

Michigan vs National Average

Michigan Average

$3,680

National Average

$4,000

What Affects Immigration Lawyer Cost in Michigan?

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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Sterling Law Firm

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💡 Tips to Save on Immigration Lawyer in Michigan

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 Michigan Cost Trends (2020–2024)

Prices have increased +17.7% over the last 5 years

$3,126

2020

$3,257

2021

$3,469

2022

$3,566

2023

$3,680

2024

Year	National Avg	YoY Change
2020	$3,126	—
2021	$3,257	+4.2%
2022	$3,469	+6.5%
2023	$3,566	+2.8%
2024	$3,680	+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 Michigan

$3,896

Avg Reported

$2,727

Lowest Reported

$5,649

Highest Reported

Recent Reports

$2,868

Dallas, TX · Jan 2024

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$4,414

Chicago, IL · Feb 2024

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$3,938

Phoenix, AZ · Mar 2024

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$4,375

Denver, CO · Apr 2024

★★★★☆

$3,678

Atlanta, GA · May 2024

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$4,291

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.