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What To Look For When Choosing Your Immigration Attorney For those already in the United States or hoping to come, a relationship with an experienced and trustworthy immigration attorney is an important step. When your right to live and thrive on American soil is challenged, your best defender is an immigration attorney. Expert attorneys have trained for years, perfecting their craft to ensure they can protect your rights and fight for justice. Further, lawyers can…
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Finding the right immigration lawyer is essential, whether you want to visit the United States on a tourist visa, come here to work or study, become a lawful permanent resident or even become a naturalized U.S. citizen. But where do you start? How do you know you’re working with the right immigration attorney for your case? The answer is simple: You go to a free consultation with an immigration lawyer and start asking questions. Do…
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On December 7, 2020, USCIS has finally agreed to follow the federal court instruction they have received and has restored the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program or DACA. With the administration change coming in January 2021, we expect that the DACA program will continue beyond the end of the Trump presidency. DACA Requirements USCIS has agreed to accept first time requests for DACA. Those who can apply must meet the following requirements: Under age…
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Some visitors in the United States on B-1 or B-2 visitor visas can change over to an F-1 visa to become a student – but only under certain circumstances. Here’s what you need to know if you’d like to go from a B-1 or B2 visa to an F-1 student visa. We’ll also go over some of the main reasons people’s student visa applications are denied. What Is An F-1 Visa? An F-1 visa is…
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10 Things About Becoming A Naturalized Citizen in The United States Many foreign-born people who have arrived in the United States to be closer to their families, apply their skills and education for more significant work opportunities, or have escaped danger in their home countries, have determined that they would like to remain and eventually become a naturalized citizen of the United States. Many individuals have been granted permanent resident status, while some others are…
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7 Traits To Look For In An Immigration Attorney If you need an immigration attorney, chances are you are feeling stressed out and exposed about your existing immigration situation. The concept of being separated from your household, or your sponsor stopping by mid-way through the procedure can keep you up during the night. These are reasons some individuals are fast to select a lawyer without appropriately vetting them. Although there are plenty of great immigration…
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6 Ways To Build A Strong Deportation Defense Case The threat of deportation or removal from the United States is growing. Stricter enforcement by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to seek out undocumented residents and expanded authority in states like Texas have caused many to be concerned about their future. The uncertain future of DACA, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, is also creating concern among many who previously felt secure but may be faced with…
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Quick Table of Contents What is Deportation and Removal Proceedings? Exclusion vs Deportation vs Removal Understanding Inadmissibility Who are Candidates for Removal or Deportation? Which Agencies Are Involved in Immigration and Removal? How Does the Immigration Removal Process Work? What is Deportation and Removal Proceedings? Deportation and removal proceedings can be harsh for families to endure. In some instances, the process may be challenged and reversed with the proper defense and justification. If you’ve received…
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When you apply for an H-1B visa in the United States, the government provides an online tool you can use to check the status of your case. You can also contact your attorney or check your petition’s status by phone – but for most people, using the online tool is much easier (and faster). How to Check Your H-1B Visa Status Online To check your H-1B visa status online, you’ll need your receipt number. Your…
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Many people come to the United States for the purpose of seeking protection from persecution in their countries of nationality. To pursue that protection, a person must file an I-589 Application for Political Asylum. For an application to be arguable, the applicant must be able to prove that they are at risk of being persecuted in the country of nationality. The reason the persecutors would harm the application must be because of the political opinions,…
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