Rateb Moh'D Khasawneh, Citizenship Attorney in Columbus, Ohio

Rateb concentrates on citizenship, family law, personal injury, and immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Rateb handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Citizenship

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• Family Law

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• Personal Injury

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• Immigration

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Rateb's primary office is at 1170 Old Henderson Rd, Columbus, OH, 43220. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

Rateb discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in citizenship practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Rateb for a citizenship case?

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

• Does Rateb offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do citizenship cases in Ohio typically take?

  Simple citizenship 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. Rateb gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Rateb take my case if I'm outside Columbus?

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

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

• Is Rateb accepting new citizenship clients right now?

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