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Welcome to The Law Offices of Kima & Associates

Your Trusted Immigration Advocates

DEDICATED   ……  PASSIONATE  ……  VERSATILE

Navigating immigration law can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. Let Kima & Associates be your trusted advocate in securing your future in the U.S.

At Kima & Associates we understand that immigration is more than just paperwork—it’s about survival; fighting for life; and building a future. Immigration is a complex area of law that is constantly evolving.  Whether you’re seeking representation to apply for residency, citizenship, work visas, or asylum petitions, our dedicated team is here to guide you every step of the way.

Why Choose Us?

  • Expert Legal Guidance – DEDICATED: Remember, there’s always a way At Kima & Associates, we believe that together, we can always find a solution, one way or the other. We  are committed to finding great results for our clients. We have over four decades of experience in the practice of law. Having experienced partners to guide you with your legal matter is very crucial. Our legal experts are committed and dedicated to guide you through this process. When you retain our services, we see your case to the end; from start to finish; providing the best legal defense and representation.  
  • Client-Focused Approach – PASSIONATE: Our personalized solutions are tailored to your unique situation. Every situation is different. Legal representation is not a one-size-fits-all. We study and review each situation individually; and are careful to find solutions that pertain to the specific situation. At Kima & Associates, we understand that each contact with the legal system could be life-changing and sometimes may lead to even a loss of freedom. So we are careful and cautious in our approach. We listen; we ask questions; we research; we investigate; we notify; we respect; and give regular updates; we recognize that the client is the head of the case; the client is in charge; we do according to your wishes.  And when we don’t have the answer to a situatin readily available, rest assured we will work diligently to get the results you deserve. SO TOGETHER, WE WILL FIND A WAY
  • Proven Success – VERSATILE:  At Kima & Associates, we are committed to serving individuals, families, and   the community as a whole.  We have a track record of favorable outcomes in several procedures Our satisfied clients can attest to this. We are committed to providing the best service to our clients, even going the extra mile, where necessary.

Our Services – Areas of Practice:

Immigration: Competent Virginia Immigration Attorneys To Assist You

The United States Immigration System, which is under the Department of Homeland Security, comprises of a complex web of intricate laws and bureaucratic red tape. Our attorneys at Kima & Associates are intimately familiar with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, USCIS, the US government agency that administers the country’s immigration and naturalization system. Immigration policy is under constant debate and the laws are frequently modified to match the policy of the current administration.  To further complicate matters, USCIS regularly   updates its procedures, forms, and guidelines. At Kima Associates, we stay current on any policy shifts and updates. We draw on that knowledge to represent clients in a full range of immigration matters:

Knowledgeable Advocates Handle Multiple Areas of Immigration Law  

Family-Based Immigration – At Kima & Associates, we are committed to the reunification of families. Our goal is to keep families together. We focus in getting the best outcome for our families. We believe that strong families make strong communities, which in turn make a strong nation. So having families to stay together is pivotal. At Kima & Associates, we give priority to the family-based petitions. Whether it is a US Citizen petitioning for a spouse; or fiancé; or a US citizen child filing for the parent, or grandparent; or sibling-to-sibling application; or any persons with family ties, we are definitely the right partner to have at your side.

Citizenship & Naturalization – We assist to help the green-card holder solidify his status in the land. At Kima & Associates, we are committed to providing the necessary legal assistance to individuals, families or businesses seeking to legalize their residency status within the United States.

Deportation Defense – Your passionate Immigration Attorneys in Virginia Beach, we believe everyone has a right to an opportunity to present their case. We are here to assist you make your case as to why you should not be removed; and why you should be allowed to remain in the country,

Asylum & Humanitarian Relief – Call a competent attorney in Virginia Beach; for your asylum case. Everyone deserves to be treated with respect and dignity The attorneys at Kima & Associates are courteous and respectful to everyone regardless of their circumstances. Asylum cases involve individuals seeking protection in this country due to persecution or fear of persecution based on race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion, from their country of origin. In the U.S., asylum seekers must file an Application for Asylum and for Withholding of Removal, within aa certain time of arrival.  Call ourDedicatedImmigration Lawyers in Virginia Beach with proven record. We have successfully assisted asylum seekers obtain relief from removal. With a withholding on removal, you are granted legal status; thereby making you eligible to live and work in the United States.  

Our knowledgeable attorneys in Virginia Beach are waiting for your call. Recent changes in asylum laws include updates on work permits, social security numbers, and immigration court hearings. Additionally, the Automated Case Information System provides details on individual asylum cases There have been some significant changes in U.S. asylum policies recently. One major update is that immigration judges now have the authority to dismiss asylum applications without a hearing if they deem them legally insufficient. This means that applications that are filed late, lack evidence of persecution, or involve disqualifying criminal records could be rejected outright. Additionally, the government has stopped processing permanent residence applications for individuals who have already won asylum, though they can still submit their applications. There are also updates regarding work permits and social security numbers, with reports indicating that some immigrants may no longer receive social security numbers automatically when their work permits are approved. Knowledgeable Attorneys have a good understanding of the U.S. Immigration 

  • Employment and business visas allow individuals to work or conduct business in a foreign country legally. In the U.S., there are several types of employment-based visas, including temporary (nonimmigrant) and permanent (immigrant) visas. Contact an experienced Immigration Attorney in Virginia Beach to ensure compliance with the requirements of the law
  • Employment-Based Immigrant Visas: These visas allow individuals to live and work permanently in the U.S. They are divided into five preference categories, such as priority workers, professionals with advanced degrees, skilled workers, and immigrant investors. Find a knowledgeable immigration attorney in Virginia Beach to guide you         
  • Temporary (Nonimmigrant) Work Visas: These visas allow individuals to work in the U.S. for a limited period. Employers typically file petitions on behalf of workers. More information can be provided when you contact our experienced immigration lawyers to help you navigate your way.
  • B-1 Business Visitor Visas: This visa is for individuals traveling to the U.S. for business activities such as attending conferences, negotiating contracts, or consulting with business associates. Learn more here by contacting one of our experienced immigration lawyers at Kima & Associates

Real Estate

 Our knowledgeable team of attorneys have been engaged in real estate closings for over 20 years; working in collaboration with a title company.  Real estate law covers the rules and regulations surrounding property ownership, transactions, leasing, and development. It governs matters like buying and selling homes, landlord-tenant relationships, zoning laws, and property disputes.  Attorneys play a crucial role in real estate transactions, ensuring that they are legally sound; and protect and represent the interests of our clients. In partnership and collaboration with a Title Company, here’s how we contribute

  • Review Contracts – We draft and examine the purchase agreement, loan documents, and title paperwork to make sure everything aligns with legal requirements.
  • Order, Conduct Title Searches – We verify ownership and check for any liens or encumbrances that could affect the sale and marketable transfer of title
  • Handle Legal Filings – We prepare and review documents required for the closing, such as deeds, mortgage agreements, and settlement statements.
  • Facilitate Negotiations – We help resolve disputes over terms, fees, or last-minute issues between buyers, sellers, and lenders.
  • Ensure a Smooth Closing – We oversee the transaction to ensure all funds are properly distributed and ownership transfers correctly.

Engage an Experienced Real Estate team for your real estate closings.

Business Law – You have Versatile and Competent Attorneys in Virginia Beach to partner with you

Business law covers a broad spectrum of legal principles that govern commercial activities. Areas of business 

  •   Contract Drafting: Business contracts ensure clarity, protect interests, and mitigate risks. Key components include offer and acceptance, consideration, legality, and capacity. A well-drafted contract should clearly outline obligations, payment terms, dispute resolution mechanisms, and termination clauses. We work to ensure that the terms of any agreement clearly reflect the wishes of the parties involved. A well-written contract can reduce the need for future litigation, again, by clearly detailing the proper procedures in all foreseeable situations. We draft contracts with an eye towards protecting the clients’ best interests in light of contingencies. Our passionate attorneys will take the time to listen to your goals and advise you on the various consideration and precautions that apply to each specific circumstances.
  • Contract Review and Contract Modification: At Kima & Associates we provide meticulous contract review services. If the parties to an agreement agree to make changes to an existing contract, we can draw up amendments to reflect the new terms. We are committed to helping our clients achieve the results desired by ensuring that the terms of the agreement do indeed protect their interests and reflect their desires.
  • Business-to-Business (B2B) Exchange: B2B transactions involve agreements between businesses rather than between businesses and consumers. Common legal considerations include terms of trade, intellectual property protection, confidentiality agreements, and regulatory compliance.
  • Company Formation and Registration: Setting up a business requires selecting a legal structure (sole proprietorship, LLC, corporation, partnership), registering with the appropriate state agencies, obtaining necessary licenses, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations.
  • Entertainment Law: This area covers contracts, intellectual property rights, licensing agreements, and compliance with industry-specific regulations. It’s crucial for artists,
  • Oil and Gas: Our office has been intentional to team up and partner with experts in their own rights. Clients can rely on our experience and industry-specific knowledge to handle petroleum, oil and gas transactions efficiently and effectively 

Document Review

Document review is the process of examining written materials for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with specific guidelines or standards. Document review is a critical process used in various fields; namely in legal, business, academic, and technical fields to ensure documents are properly formatted and error-free before finalization.  The review helps eliminate errors and ensure the document meets the intended purpose before finalize. Documents are properly formatted and error-free before finalization Your Trusted Attorneys at Kima & Associates are ready to provide this service. Call us for a free consultation.

Key Steps in Document Review:

  1. Initial Assessment: Determine the purpose of the document and the criteria for review.
  2. Content Accuracy: Verify that the information presented is correct, relevant, and well-structured.
  3. Grammar and Style: Check for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and consistency in tone and formatting.
  4. Compliance Check: Ensure the document aligns with legal, industry, or organizational standards.
  5. Feedback and Revision: Provide comments or suggested edits for improvement before approval.

    Call our experienced lawyers in Virginia Beach for a free consultation today

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CONTACT AN EXPERIENCED IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY IN VIRGINIA BEACH TODAY FOR A FREE CONSULTATION

Find A TRUSTED ATTORNEY FOR ALL YOUR IMMIGRATION NEEDS FROM ANYWHERE

Atty. Kima has a passion for Immigration Law. As a child of immigrants, she is motivated by the desire to help keep families together, regardless of who they are or where they come from. Family reunification is of high priority at Kima & Associates.  

Atty Kima is extremely effective in developing relationships and networking with other professionals so as to secure and boost client satisfaction. The experienced attorneys at Kima & Associates believe that providing the highest quality of service for their clients is key. They are always ready to go the extra mile to assist and satisfy everyone who walks through their doors.

During the over 40-years of practice, Attorney Kima has spent numerous hours working with individuals, families, businesses, and the community as a whole. She utilizes her extensive experience and good judgment in assisting clients make those tough and complicated decisions; in different areas of law; and also in life, generally. 

Atty Kima has a strong desire to build institutions that can effectively guide and support American and foreign businesses to trade and invest in each other’s markets on the basis of mutual respect and understanding. Her extensive travels overseas; around the world; and locally; have given her that global and international edge to relate and identify with different cultures and people from all walks of life.  She has demonstrated the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Atty Kima is fluent in French, so she personally caters to our French-Speaking clients from around the world.

Everyone needs Dedicated – Passionate – Versatile Attorney on their side.

Got Questions? Call an Experienced Immigration Lawyer in Virginia Beach Let the Law Offices of Kima & Associates help you fulfill your immigration needs. Contact the Law Offices of Kima & Associates for a Free Consultation today. The Law Offices of Kima & Associates represents people Nationwide anywhere the United States; and outside the United States, who need representation in seeking guidance to become a U.S Citizen; or assistance in a diverse range of other immigration matters. Attorney Kima takes pride in making sure that each client’s needs are met and that they are satisfied with the services provided by our diligent staff.

PRO Bono Activities

Attorney Kima is registered as a pro bono attorney with the Immigration Justice Campaign. Volunteer opportunities are presented and the attorneys get to choose, and commit to take a case and support the client, according to the terms of reference provided. On occasion, the attorney volunteer may need to provide their own interpretation or translation service; attend orientation; and subsidize their travel costs.

Like several other attorneys, Attorney Kima supports the D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center through donation or gift. This contribution ensures that people who cannot afford a lawyer receive the legal assistance they need.

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Client Reviews

Miss Kima helped us with my immigration paperwork and everything went smoothly. We only had to meet in person twice and exchanged a few emails. At the first meeting Miss Kima walked us through what documents we were going to need and what to expect. At the second meeting we handed over all the...

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Vivyane kima is a very smart lawyer who helped me with a case I won.she did a lot of research on the case Which brought victory to me.

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My husband and I hired attorney Kima to handle our case and have been very satisfied with her services. She is an excellent attorney with more than 20 years experience. Immigration law is her passion and she is very good at it. She has been very kind to us and is very affordable. We made a great...

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Ms Kima was very knowledgable, always prompt and extremely well prepared. Mine was a complicated case combining a tough divorce with immigration/emigration AND custody issues. She was able to delineate and untangle my case accurately,precisely and with favorable results.

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Great attorney for all your needs. Shes helped out our Indian Tribe and myself in Business matters numerous times. I found Attorney Kima to be trust worthy, highly educated and intelligent. Her knowledge of criminal and civil law is remarkable. I would highly recommend her for any of your legal...

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