Rekha Sharma-Crawford, Asylum Attorney in Kansas City, Missouri

Rekha concentrates on asylum, citizenship, criminal defense, deportation, and divorce. Each area below outlines the kind of case Rekha handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Asylum

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• Citizenship

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• Criminal Defense

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• Deportation

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• Divorce

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• Federal Crimes

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• Immigration

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• Litigation

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• Appellate

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Rekha's primary office is at 515 Avenida Cesar E. Chavez, Kansas City, MO, 64108. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Rekha for a asylum case?

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

• Does Rekha offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do asylum cases in Missouri typically take?

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

• Can Rekha take my case if I'm outside Kansas City?

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

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

• Is Rekha accepting new asylum clients right now?

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