Immigration Law
From green card applications and naturalization to asylum, TPS, and removal proceedings, our immigration lawyers guide Johnston County families and workers through every stage of the immigration process.
Serving Johnston County, NC
Legal Services in Johnston County, NC: Immigration, Criminal Defense and Family Law
Guirguis Law brings trusted legal services to Johnston County families, farmworkers, and business owners.
Our attorneys handle immigration, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning matters throughout the county.
A Johnston County Law Firm Built on Trust and Experience
Johnston County has grown fast, stretching from the historic downtown squares of Smithfield and Selma to the booming subdivisions along US 70 and I-40 near Clayton. Guirguis Law serves clients across this whole county, appearing before judges at the Johnston County Courthouse on Market Street in Smithfield and representing residents wherever their legal matter takes them.
Our attorneys understand that Johnston County residents come from many backgrounds, including longtime farming families, workers at the county's food processing and manufacturing plants, and newer arrivals drawn by affordable housing and a shorter commute to Raleigh. As a multilingual law firm offering services in English, Spanish, and Arabic, we make sure language is never a barrier to good legal advice.
We also operate as a faith based law firm, and many clients tell us that treating them with dignity and honesty during a stressful legal matter makes all the difference. Whether you need an immigration attorney, a criminal defense lawyer, or a family lawyer, our team meets you where you are, literally and legally.
Common Legal Needs We See Across Johnston County
Johnston County's economy runs on agriculture, food processing, logistics, and a steadily growing base of commuters working in Raleigh, Garner, and Clayton's industrial parks. That mix creates a distinct set of legal needs we handle regularly for local families and workers.
- Immigration paperwork and deportation defense for workers at Johnston County's poultry, meatpacking, and manufacturing employers
- Workers compensation claims after injuries at processing plants, warehouses, and farm operations
- Divorce, child custody, and child support cases as families navigate co-parenting across county lines
- Criminal defense and DWI representation for charges arising on I-95, I-40, and US 70
- Estate planning and wills and trusts for farm families passing land and property to the next generation
- Employment discrimination claims tied to Johnston County's growing warehouse and distribution sector
Credentials
- Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association
- NC Board Certified Specialist in State and Federal Criminal Defense, 2012
- Serving Wake, Durham and Johnston counties since 2008
Practice areas in Johnston County
Legal Services Available to Johnston County Residents
Guirguis Law offers a full range of legal services for Johnston County individuals, families, and business owners. Below are the practice areas our attorneys handle most often for clients in Smithfield, Clayton, Selma, Benson, and the surrounding towns.
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Criminal Law
Our criminal defense attorneys represent clients facing felony defense, drug offenses, firearm charges, and DWI cases in Johnston County courts, including cases that require a board certified criminal defense specialist.
Family Law
Our family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody and support, alimony, and equitable distribution matters for Johnston County families working through separation.
Civil Litigation
When a dispute over a contract, property, or business matter can't be resolved outside court, our civil litigation attorneys represent Johnston County individuals and businesses at every stage.
Personal Injury and Wrongful Death
Our personal injury attorneys pursue fair compensation for Johnston County residents hurt in vehicle accidents, workplace incidents, and negligence cases, including wrongful death claims.
Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning
Our estate planning attorneys help Johnston County families draft wills, set up trusts, and protect farmland, homes, and savings for future generations.
Why Choose Us
Why Johnston County Residents Choose Guirguis Law
Families and business owners across Johnston County choose Guirguis Law because our attorneys combine real courtroom experience with a genuine understanding of the community's needs.
Multilingual Client Service
As a Spanish speaking and Arabic speaking law firm, we remove the language barrier that keeps too many Johnston County families from getting clear legal advice.
A Faith Based, Christian Law Firm
We built our practice on honesty, respect, and treating every client with dignity, values that matter to Johnston County families during their hardest moments.
Board Certified Criminal Defense Experience
Our criminal defense team includes a board certified criminal defense specialist who has handled state and federal cases, including post conviction relief and expungement matters.
Immigration Reach Beyond the County Line
While we serve Johnston County in person, our immigration legal services extend nationwide, so clients with family or employment cases outside North Carolina still get the same attention.
What to expect
Working With Our Johnston County Attorneys
Johnston County clients often reach out during a stressful moment, whether that's an arrest, a pending divorce, or a notice from immigration officials. Here's what the process looks like from your first call to case resolution.
Initial Legal Consultation
We start with a legal consultation to understand your situation, whether it involves a criminal charge, a family law matter, or an immigration filing, and outline your options in plain language.
Case Review and Strategy
Our attorneys review court records, immigration filings, or contracts related to your case and build a strategy suited to Johnston County's courts and local circumstances.
Representation and Filing
We handle filings, negotiations, and court appearances on your behalf, including hearings at the Johnston County Courthouse in Smithfield or federal immigration offices when needed.
Resolution and Ongoing Support
We work toward the best possible outcome and stay available for follow-up questions, whether that means a modified custody order, a closed criminal case, or an approved immigration petition.
Get Started
Talk to a Johnston County Attorney Today
Johnston County residents deserve legal representation that understands the community, speaks their language, and treats their case with care. Contact Guirguis Law to schedule a legal consultation and get honest answers about your immigration, family, criminal, or civil matter.
