Mary E. Pivec, Immigration Attorney in Woodbridge, Virginia
Woodbridge, VA
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Mary E. Pivec is an attorney based in Woodbridge, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Immigration. Currently practicing at Pivec & Associates PLLC.
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- Woodbridge, VIRGINIA
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- Immigration
- Handles Immigration matters from Woodbridge, VIRGINIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law (2026).
About Mary E. Pivec: Mary E. Pivec is an attorney based in Woodbridge, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Immigration. Currently practicing at Pivec & Associates PLLC.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Mary takes on
Mary concentrates on immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mary handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Immigration cases in Woodbridge, Virginia
Mary takes immigration matters in Woodbridge, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mary agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Mary E. Pivec — immigration lawyer in Woodbridge
Mary E. Pivec is an attorney based in Woodbridge, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Immigration. Currently practicing at Pivec & Associates PLLC.
Mary Pivec, based in Woodbridge, Virginia, brings over 45 years of experience as a dedicated management-side immigration and employment attorney at Pivec & Associates PLLC.
Mary's immigration law practice is centered on the vital connection between immigration enforcement and labor protections. She represents employers in various cases, including worksite enforcement, I-9 compliance, and investigations by the U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division. Her work encompasses civil and criminal proceedings, immigration-related discrimination investigations, and administrative hearings.
Mary is committed to defending employers in complex matters involving employment, immigration, discrimination, and wage and hour issues. She has extensive experience serving as first chair in diverse administrative hearings and appeals on behalf of employers.
For more information about Mary's practice and her role at Pivec & Associates PLLC, visit her profile.
Working with Mary on a immigration matter
Mary Pivec, based in Woodbridge, Virginia, brings over 45 years of experience as a dedicated management-side immigration and employment attorney at Pivec & Associates PLLC. Mary's immigration law practice is centered on the vital connection between immigration enforcement and labor protections. She represents employers in various cases, including worksite enforcement, I-9 compliance, and…
Who Mary represents
Mary reviews new inquiries case-by-case for immigration matters in Woodbridge and the surrounding Virginia area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Maryland
J.D. · 1981
Mary studied at J.D. in University of Maryland.
Law school and academic background
Mary completed J.D. in University of Maryland. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mary runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Mary has received 19 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Union
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Anti-Discrimination
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Business
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Fellow, ABA College of Labor and Employment Attorneys
2026
Best Lawyers in America — "Baltimore and Washington DC's Top Attorneys," by The Washington Post
2026
Best Lawyers in America — "Washington, D.C. Super Lawyers" in Employment Litigation-Defense by Super Lawyersmagazine
2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America – Immigration Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Union (2026).
Locations
Mary E. Pivec's office in Woodbridge
Mary's primary office is at 12397 Grantley Court, Woodbridge, Virginia, 12397. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Mary E. Pivec — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new immigration attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mary usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mary charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mary'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; Mary will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a immigration attorney in Woodbridge, Virginia
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 Mary
Mary 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. Mary confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mary'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 Mary E. Pivec
How much does it cost to hire Mary for a immigration case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mary walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mary offer a free consultation?
Mary charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mary's office. Some immigration attorneys offer free consults — check Mary's current terms during booking.
How long do immigration cases in Virginia 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. Mary gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mary take my case if I'm outside Woodbridge?
Mary is licensed in Virginia. Matters governed by Virginia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Mary will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Mary?
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. Mary will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mary accepting new immigration clients right now?
Mary's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Immigration attorneys serving Woodbridge, Richmond and Alexandria in Virginia
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