Simple Case (I think?) Looking for Recs, Cost
Some background: my father was born and raised in Italy. Came to the US as an adult, married my Italian American mom, they had me, and he naturalized two years AFTER my birth.
I originally requested an appt with the NY Consulate in 2022. I finally received my date for April 2026, but at that point, the minor issue was in play so I didn't confirm. Now its my understanding that the minor issue has been resolved, but I have to go to the back of the queue for the NY Consulate since I gave up my appointment :/ which is operating at a 5 year wait list.
SO, my new approach is to go the attorney route. I've had a number of calls already. The range in price is shocking - $12K, $9K, etc. I've searched on Reddit and various FB groups but a lot of the posts are for more complex cases.
Has anyone had something similar (Father --> you) and can share your cost, and law firm? I'd also like to include my two minor children. Thus far, the firms I've spoken with are charging the same price for my kids as they will for me. We have family and friends in my father's town, as well as a line of communication within the comune. I was hopeful that would make things easier...
THX for any input