You Deserve an Immigration Attorney Who Actually Gets It.
Bray Immigration offers experienced, affordable immigration legal help for individuals and families in Indiana and all 50 states — from green cards and citizenship to family reunification and asylum. Attorney Katie Bray has spent years working inside the immigration system. She built this practice to make it work for you.
Credentials
IU McKinney School of Law, Class of 2012
Licensed in Indiana · Immigration law in all 50 states
1200+ immigration consultations completed
There's a Gap in the Immigration System. Katie Built This Practice to Fill It.
The US immigration process is not designed to be easy to navigate. Forms change. Deadlines are firm. One mistake — a missing document, a wrong date, an incomplete answer — can stall your case for months or close a door you didn't know was closing.
Most people who need an immigration attorney find themselves stuck in a frustrating gap: they earn too much to qualify for nonprofit legal aid, but not enough to absorb the retainer fees at a large firm. So they try to figure it out alone — or they give up entirely.
Bray Immigration exists for exactly that gap. Attorney Katie Bray brings years of experience working inside the immigration system — in refugee operations, in nonprofit legal services, and in private practice — and offers it at a price that doesn't require you to choose between legal help and paying rent.
Immigration Services Offered by Bray Immigration
Every immigration journey is different. Whether you're applying for a green card for the first time, renewing your status, or trying to bring a family member home — Bray Immigration can help you understand your options and move forward with confidence.
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If your spouse, parent, or child is a US citizen or lawful permanent resident, you may be able to apply for a green card through that relationship. Katie guides you through the petition, the paperwork, and the process from start to finish.
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If you're applying for a green card or immigrant visa from outside the United States, consular processing is the path forward. Katie prepares your application, helps you understand the interview process, and works to make sure nothing gets missed.
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If you've been in the US without authorization and are seeking a green card, the 601A waiver may allow you to apply for forgiveness of unlawful presence before you leave the country — reducing the time you spend separated from your family. This is a complex filing that requires careful legal preparation.
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A K-1 visa allows your fiancé(e) to travel to the US so you can get married here. You have 90 days from their arrival to marry before the visa expires. Katie handles the full petition process and prepares you for what to expect.
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If you have been granted asylum or refugee status, you may be able to bring your spouse and unmarried children under 21 to the United States. Katie helps eligible asylees and refugees navigate this reunification process.
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If you are in the United States and fear persecution in your home country based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group, you may be eligible to apply for asylum. This is one of the most complex areas of immigration law — strong legal preparation matters enormously.
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If you have Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status, timely renewal is essential. A lapse in DACA status can affect your work authorization and your lawful presence. Katie helps DACA recipients file accurate, on-time renewals.
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If you are the spouse, child, or parent of an active-duty US military member or veteran, you may qualify for Military Parole in Place — a form of protection that allows you to remain in the US and may provide a path toward a green card without leaving the country first.
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If you have advanced degrees or exceptional ability in your field, a National Interest Waiver may allow you to self-petition for a green card without an employer sponsor. Katie evaluates eligibility and builds the strongest possible petition for your qualifications.
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Your Employment Authorization Document (EAD) must be renewed before it expires. A lapse in work authorization has real consequences — for your job, your income, and your status. Katie helps ensure your renewal is filed accurately and on time.
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Green cards must be renewed every 10 years. Katie handles the I-90 filing process and ensures your permanent resident status stays current.
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Becoming a US citizen is a major milestone. The N-400 application has specific eligibility requirements, documentation standards, and an interview. Katie helps you build a complete, accurate application and prepares you for what to expect.
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A completed, accurate Affidavit of Support is required in most family-based immigration cases. Katie reviews your financial documentation and ensures the form is filed correctly — an area where errors frequently cause delays.
An Attorney Who Has Worked Where You Are
When Afghanistan fell in August 2021, Katie Bray was at Camp Atterbury in Indiana, conducting immigration consultations for newly arrived Afghan refugees. She sat across from more than 700 families — people who had left everything behind and were trying to understand what came next in a system that wasn't built to be easy to navigate. That work changed how she thinks about this practice.
After leading the immigration legal services program at Catholic Charities Indianapolis, Katie saw firsthand who was being left out: the families and individuals who earned too much to qualify for nonprofit services but couldn't afford large firm retainers. She opened Bray Immigration to serve them — with the same level of care and legal expertise, at a price that reflects what people actually earn.
Katie is a graduate of IU McKinney School of Law and is licensed to practice law in Indiana. She is authorized to handle immigration cases in all 50 states.
Getting Started Is Simpler Than You Think
Step 1 — Schedule a Consultation
Book a time online or by phone. No lengthy intake forms, no pressure, no long wait times, no large fees. Just a real conversation about your situation and what your options look like.
Step 2 — Get a Clear Plan
After your consultation, you'll know exactly what path makes sense for your case, what documents you'll need, what the process looks like, and what it will cost. No guesswork. No surprises.
Step 3 — Move Forward with Confidence
Katie handles the preparation, filing, and follow-up. You'll know where your case stands at every stage — because understanding what's happening with your own case is not a luxury. It's something you deserve.
Frequently Asked Questions
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It depends on the attorney and the type of case. Large firms in Indianapolis often charge $250–$400 or more per hour. Bray Immigration was built specifically to offer experienced, attorney-led immigration help at rates that working families can actually afford. During your consultation, Katie will be straightforward about what your case will cost — before you commit to anything.
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You're not legally required to have one. But immigration law is one of the areas where small mistakes have the biggest consequences — a missing document, a wrong answer on a form, or a missed deadline can result in delays, denials, or worse. Most people who try to navigate the process alone either miss something they didn't know to look for, or find out too late that something went wrong. Knowing your options before you file can save you years of your life and thousands of dollars.
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It depends on the type of green card and how it's being processed. Immediate relative cases — a spouse, parent, or unmarried child of a US citizen — aren't subject to annual visa caps, so they tend to move faster; often 12–24 months for consular processing. Employment-based and preference categories can involve longer waits due to visa backlogs. Adjustment of status (applying from inside the US) and consular processing (applying from abroad) also have different timelines. During your consultation, Katie can give you a realistic estimate based on your specific situation.
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The 601A Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver is a form of legal forgiveness for people who have been in the US without authorization and are now seeking a green card through a qualifying family member. Without the waiver, leaving the US to attend a visa interview could trigger a multi-year bar on re-entry. The 601A waiver, if approved, allows you to obtain forgiveness before you leave — significantly reducing the time your family is separated. It's a complex filing, and the strength of the application matters. Katie can evaluate whether you qualify and what your case would need.
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Military Parole in Place (MPIP) is a form of protection available to the undocumented spouses, children, and parents of active-duty US military members and veterans. It allows qualifying individuals to remain in the US lawfully and, in many cases, provides a path toward applying for a green card without leaving the country first. If you have a family member who is serving or has served in the US military, this may be an option worth exploring. Eligibility requirements are specific — contact Bray Immigration for a consultation to find out if it applies to your situation.
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A National Interest Waiver is an employment-based green card pathway that allows individuals with advanced degrees or exceptional ability in science, arts, business, or another field to self-petition for a green card — without needing an employer to sponsor them. To qualify, you generally need to show that your work is in the national interest of the United States and that you are well-positioned to advance that work. NIW cases require strong documentation and a well-built petition. Katie can evaluate your background and let you know honestly whether you're a strong candidate.
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It depends on your specific situation. Some people who entered without authorization have a path to a green card through a qualifying family member — particularly if that family member is a US citizen. In some cases, the 601A Provisional Waiver may allow you to address the unlawful presence issue before leaving the US for a visa interview. Military Parole in Place is another option for family members of military personnel. There is no one-size-fits-all answer here. The most important first step is getting an accurate picture of your options. That's what the consultation is for.
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File your renewal as early as possible — USCIS recommends submitting your renewal application 150 to 120 days before your current DACA expires. A lapse in DACA status can affect your work authorization and your lawful presence in the US, and getting your status reinstated after a lapse is more complicated than a standard renewal. If your DACA is expiring within the next six months, contact Bray Immigration now.
You Don't Have to Figure This Out Alone.
Immigration questions can feel heavy — especially when you're trying to protect your family, your job, or your ability to stay in a country you call home. A consultation with Katie means a real conversation, not a sales pitch. You'll leave knowing more about your situation than when you arrived.