Iris M. Novo

Senior Paralegal

Iris M. Novo is a dedicated Senior Paralegal at The Scheer Immigration Law Group possesses more than 25 years of experience with the office. She earned her associate’s degree in political science from Berkeley College and her bachelor’s degree in Spanish from the Rutgers University. Iris specializes in naturalization matters and family-based immigration visa petitions, VAWA, U visas, waivers, Adjustment of Status. Skilled in managing complex case files with precision, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely submissions to USCIS, NVC, and U.S. consulates.

Having been with the firm since 1996, Iris plays an active role in client communication, helping clients understand the process and ensuring their cases are handled with care, accuracy, and professionalism. Iris is committed to supporting the firm’s mission of providing reliable, compassionate advocacy to individuals and families navigating the immigration system.

Bilingual in Portuguese, English and Spanish

  • Embassy / Consular Processing 
  • Naturalization Matters
  • Family-based Immigration Visa Petitions
  • Visas: I-130, I-360, I-751 and I-485
  • Berkeley College: Associate’s Degree in Political Science
  • Rutgers University: Bachelor’s Degree in Spanish
  • Portuguese
  • English
  • Spanish

The Scheer Immigration Law Group has been my attorneys since 2015. Iris has been my paralegal for my case since then and she is an absolute wonder! She is always ready to help and a delight to speak with. Anyone that needs any immigration help I definitely recommend them. I am back today and still have no complaints

- Dennis Blanco

Hello , The Scheer immigration law group helped my husband and I with adjust of status through a son that is USA citizen and also serve in the military .
Iris was our paralegal and she got our answers solve and if she did not know something she will get back to Us with a solution. Process was fast and all staff is nice . Thank you

- Vivian Lopez

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