Elsa Agostinho, Immigration Attorney in the United States
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Elsa Agostinho is an attorney based in Montréal, QUEBEC. The practice focuses on Immigration.
- Based in
- Montréal, QUEBEC
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Immigration
- Handles Immigration matters from Montréal, QUEBEC.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law (2026).
About Elsa Agostinho: Elsa Agostinho is an attorney based in Montréal, QUEBEC. The practice focuses on Immigration.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Elsa takes on
Elsa concentrates on immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Elsa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Immigration cases nationwide
Elsa takes immigration matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Elsa agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Elsa Agostinho — immigration lawyer in the U.S.
Elsa Agostinho is an attorney based in Montréal, QUEBEC. The practice focuses on Immigration.
Elsa Agostinho is a member of our Business Immigration group and specializes in Canadian immigration. She is recognized for her professionalism, broad expertise and ability to respond to the changing and growing needs of enterprises operating internationally.
Since 1997, Elsa has practiced exclusively in the field of professional mobility, work permits and global immigration. Elsa’s clients primarily include SMEs and multinational companies based in Canada and internationally. She advises and counsels many enterprises on all matters pertaining to immigration during mergers and acquisitions or any other major transaction. She also counsels individuals and their families through various stages of their establishment in Canada, either on a temporary or a permanent basis.
Working with Elsa on a immigration matter
Elsa Agostinho is a member of our Business Immigration group and specializes in Canadian immigration. She is recognized for her professionalism, broad expertise and ability to respond to the changing and growing needs of enterprises operating internationally. Since 1997, Elsa has practiced exclusively in the field of professional mobility, work permits and global immigration. Elsa’s clients…
Who Elsa represents
Elsa reviews new inquiries case-by-case for immigration matters in the United States.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Elsa has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law (2026).
Locations
Elsa Agostinho's office in Montréal
Elsa's primary office is at 1100 René-Lévesque Boulevard West, Montréal, Quebec. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Elsa Agostinho — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new immigration attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Elsa usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Elsa charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Elsa's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Elsa will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a immigration attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many immigration matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Elsa
Elsa discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in immigration practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every immigration matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Elsa confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Elsa's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many immigration practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Elsa Agostinho
How much does it cost to hire Elsa for a immigration case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Elsa walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Elsa offer a free consultation?
Elsa charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Elsa's office. Some immigration attorneys offer free consults — check Elsa's current terms during booking.
How long do immigration cases in this state typically take?
Simple immigration matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Elsa gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Elsa take my case if I'm outside the area?
Elsa evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Elsa's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Elsa?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Elsa will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Elsa accepting new immigration clients right now?
Elsa's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.