For immigration law firms, ensuring your clients stay compliant with USCIS regulations is non-negotiable. However, one of the most frequently overlooked but critically important compliance requirements is the change of address notification.
According to USCIS, most non-citizens must report a change of address within 10 days of moving using Form AR-11. Missing this step can lead to delayed case updates, misdirected communications, or even removal proceedings.
In addition, attorneys and law firms are constantly managing a high volume of client files and cannot afford the administrative bottlenecks that slow down immigration processes.
That’s where Bolster Legal steps in.
Bolster Legal’s Role in the USCIS Change of Address Process
Our virtual paralegal team acts as an extension of your legal operations by taking over the entire change of address workflow with USCIS- accurately, efficiently, and with full compliance.
Here’s what we do under the change of address Service:
1. Client Intake & Data Verification
- Gather all necessary client details including full name, date of birth, A-number, current and previous addresses, and associated USCIS receipt numbers.
- Verify immigration status and ensure client eligibility for address change submissions.
2. Form AR-11 Preparation
- Complete preparation of Form AR-11 online, ensuring it matches the required standard.
- For clients with multiple USCIS cases, we ensure that each pending application is updated individually, if needed.
3. Attorney Review Support
- Prepare pre-filled forms and summary documentation for attorney review and approval.
- Facilitate e-signature workflows where authorized.
4. Submission & Confirmation
- File the AR-11 online via the USCIS change of address portal or assist in mailing forms to the correct USCIS lockbox facility.
- Provide confirmation receipts and track case status updates.
5. Client Communication & Follow-Up
- Send confirmation to clients.
- Monitor USCIS notices to ensure proper delivery to the updated address.
- Follow up on any USCIS queries or Requests for Evidence (RFEs) related to address updates.
6. Record Keeping & Compliance Logs
- Maintain internal compliance logs for law firm audit purposes.
- Assist law firms in syncing client CRMs or case management systems (e.g., Clio, LawLogix, or INSZoom) with address update records.
How Bolster Legal Adds Value for Immigration Law Firms
- Time-Saving: We help you offload repetitive administrative tasks so you can focus on strategic legal work.
- Error-Free Filing: Avoid costly mistakes that come with overwhelming paperwork with USCIS filings through our paralegal precision.
- Scalable Support: Whether you need support for 10 or 100 cases, our team scales with your demand.
- Client Confidence: Keep your clients informed and compliant while improving your firm’s operational efficiency.
Partner with Bolster Legal for Seamless Compliance
Let Bolster Legal be your trusted virtual paralegal partner for USCIS change of address filings and much more.
Our experience and training in U.S Immigration law and procedures empower your firm to provide top-tier Immigration Virtual Paralegal Services while keeping your operations lean, compliant, and client-focused.
Contact us today to learn how we can support your firm’s USCIS compliance workflows and more about our overall immigration law services.