Can I hire different attorneys for the consular phase?

Yes. You can hire a different attorney for the consular phase of your EB-2 NIW case, even if another professional handled the petition and approval stage. There is no requirement to keep the same representative from start to finish.

The main concern is managing the transition carefully. Because the consular phase has its own specific requirements, it is worth choosing someone with proven experience in that stage and making sure the full case history and documentation are handed over completely, so the new team can work with the whole picture.

• Confirm that the new attorney has specific experience with the consular phase.
• Transfer the complete case history without gaps to maintain consistency.
• Favor transparent professionals and be wary of anyone who promises easy results.

Because every case has its own characteristics and procedures can change, it is worth checking updated guidance from official sources and planning the transition well in advance to avoid complications.

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