Yana A. Applegate, Immigration Attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana
Over 12 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Indianapolis, IN
Practicing immigration in Indianapolis since 2014.
- 12+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Yana A. Applegate is an attorney based in Indianapolis, IN. The practice focuses on Immigration. Yana has over 12 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
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- Immigration
- Handles Immigration matters from Indianapolis, IN.
- Over 12 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Yana A. Applegate: Yana A. Applegate is an attorney based in Indianapolis, IN. The practice focuses on Immigration. Yana has over 12 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Yana takes on
Yana concentrates on immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Yana handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Immigration cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Yana takes immigration matters in Indianapolis, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Yana agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Yana A. Applegate — immigration lawyer in Indianapolis
Yana A. Applegate is an attorney based in Indianapolis, IN. The practice focuses on Immigration. Yana has over 12 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Yana A. Applegate is a lawyer practicing immigration. Yana has been licensed for 12 years. Yana practices in Indianapolis, IN.
Yana's approach to immigration cases
Yana A. Applegate is a lawyer practicing immigration. Yana has been licensed for 12 years. Yana practices in Indianapolis, IN.
Clients Yana works with
Yana reviews new inquiries case-by-case for immigration matters in Indianapolis and the surrounding Indiana area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Florida Coastal School of Law
LL.M · 2013
Jurisdictions
Yana's state bar admissions
California
2014 · ACTIVE
Yana studied at LL.M in Florida Coastal School of Law.
Law school and academic background
Yana completed LL.M in Florida Coastal School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Yana runs in Indiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Yana A. Applegate's office in Indianapolis
Yana's primary office is at 70 East 91st St. Suite110, Indianapolis, IN, 46240. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Yana A. Applegate — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Yana. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing immigration attorneys in Indianapolis.
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How to hire Yana A. Applegate — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new immigration attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Yana usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Yana charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yana'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; Yana will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a immigration attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana
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 Yana
Yana 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. Yana confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Yana'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 Yana A. Applegate
How much does it cost to hire Yana for a immigration case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Yana walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Yana offer a free consultation?
Yana charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yana's office. Some immigration attorneys offer free consults — check Yana's current terms during booking.
How long do immigration cases in Indiana 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. Yana gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Yana take my case if I'm outside Indianapolis?
Yana is licensed in Indiana. Matters governed by Indiana law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Yana 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 Yana?
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. Yana will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Yana accepting new immigration clients right now?
Yana'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 Indianapolis, Fort Wayne and Carmel in Indiana
Yana handles immigration matters throughout Indiana. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified immigration attorneys in that community.
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