Goncalo M. Rego, Immigration Attorney in Fall River, Massachusetts

Goncalo concentrates on immigration, personal injury, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Goncalo handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Immigration

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• Personal Injury

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• Workers Comp

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Goncalo's primary office is at 1166 N. Main St., Fall River, MA, 02720. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new immigration attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Goncalo usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Goncalo 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.

• How much does it cost to hire Goncalo for a immigration case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Goncalo walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Goncalo offer a free consultation?

  Goncalo charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Goncalo's office. Some immigration attorneys offer free consults — check Goncalo's current terms during booking.

• How long do immigration cases in Massachusetts 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. Goncalo gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Goncalo take my case if I'm outside Fall River?

  Goncalo is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Goncalo 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 Goncalo?

  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. Goncalo will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Goncalo accepting new immigration clients right now?

  Goncalo's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.