Erik C.J. Anderson, Immigration Attorney in Reston, Virginia
Over 33 years of legal practice
Reston, VA
Practicing immigration in Reston since 1993.
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Erik C.J. Anderson is an attorney based in Reston, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Immigration. Erik has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goel & Anderson LLC.
- Based in
- Reston, VIRGINIA
- Experience
- over 33 years
- Known for
- Immigration
- Handles Immigration matters from Reston, VIRGINIA.
- Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law (2026).
About Erik C.J. Anderson: Erik C.J. Anderson is an attorney based in Reston, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Immigration. Erik has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goel & Anderson LLC.
Areas of practice
Erik's practice areas in Reston
Erik concentrates on immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Erik handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Immigration cases in Reston, Virginia
Erik takes immigration matters in Reston, 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 Erik agrees to represent you.
Biography
Erik C.J. Anderson, immigration attorney serving Reston
Erik C.J. Anderson is an attorney based in Reston, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Immigration. Erik has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goel & Anderson LLC. Erik works from Reston, Virginia and takes on immigration matters across the region.
Erik Anderson directs Goel & Anderson's Immigrant Visa Practice, overseeing the development of case strategies to address the recruitment and transfer of human resources in the United States and overseas. In this role he provides strategic immigration planning to clients in the information technology, telecommunications, biotech, insurance and finance, healthcare, maritime, food and beverage and entertainment industries. He also directs the firm's nonimmigrant and immigrant (EB-5) investor visa programs, as well as our individual and family-based immigration practice areas.
Erik's innovative and progressive techniques have enabled clients to effectively develop cost-effective, long term strategies to secure and retain talented resources in the United States and abroad. To this end, Erik has successfully developed strategies to avoid recent obstacles and cost increases associated with temporary business-based visa categories. These strategies have simultaneously reduced overhead and increased employee retention for multinational organizations.
Erik is an active speaker on strategic immigration planning, providing lectures to employers, employees and industry groups. He is also a frequent author of work ranging from legal guides to articles, amicus briefs and regular contributions to the firm's blog, The Immigration Channel. He is also an experienced consultant to government contractors.
Prior to entering private practice, Erik was appointed Deputy Secretary of the Board of Alien Labor Certification at the U.S. Department of Labor, and today he routinely handles matters before that agency, as well as United States Citizenship and Immigration Services and the U.S. Department of State.
Erik is active in his community as a tutor to elementary students and a youth baseball coach. He also holds a U.S. Coast Guard 50 Ton Master License.
Erik's approach to immigration cases
Erik Anderson directs Goel & Anderson's Immigrant Visa Practice, overseeing the development of case strategies to address the recruitment and transfer of human resources in the United States and overseas. In this role he provides strategic immigration planning to clients in the information technology, telecommunications, biotech, insurance and finance, healthcare, maritime, food and beverage and…
The kind of cases Erik takes
Erik reviews new inquiries case-by-case for immigration matters in Reston and the surrounding Virginia area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Erik studied and practices
American University Washington College of Law
JD · 1993
Fairfield University
BA · 1990
Jurisdictions
Erik's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
1996 · ACTIVE
Maryland
1993 · ACTIVE
Erik studied at JD in American University Washington College of Law and BA in Fairfield University.
Law school and academic background
Erik completed JD in American University Washington College of Law and BA in Fairfield University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Erik runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Erik's legal honors and published work
Erik has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Business
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Who's Who Legal: Corporate Immigration
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Business (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Who's Who Legal: Corporate Immigration (2026).
Locations
Erik C.J. Anderson's office in Reston
Erik's primary office is at 1775 Wiehle Avenue, Suite 200, Reston, Virginia, 20190. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Goel & Anderson LLC
1775 Wiehle Avenue, Suite 200
Reston, Virginia 20190
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How to hire Erik C.J. Anderson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new immigration attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Erik usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Erik charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Erik'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; Erik will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a immigration attorney in Reston, 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 Erik
Erik 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. Erik confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Erik'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 Erik C.J. Anderson
How much does it cost to hire Erik for a immigration case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Erik walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Erik offer a free consultation?
Erik charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Erik's office. Some immigration attorneys offer free consults — check Erik'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. Erik gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Erik take my case if I'm outside Reston?
Erik 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 — Erik 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 Erik?
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. Erik will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Erik accepting new immigration clients right now?
Erik's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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