Posts Tagged ‘Texas Immigration’
Immigration Attorney Reacts to the Supreme Court’s Birthright Citizenship Decision
On June 30, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court decided that all children born within the borders of the United States are U.S. citizens. This has been the law of the United States for more than a century. The current administration attempted to redefine birthright citizenship through an executive order, and the Supreme Court voided that…
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What Happens If My Joint Sponsor Loses Their Job While My Case Is Pending?
Key Takeaways A joint sponsor losing their job does not automatically result in a denied green card. How USCIS handles sponsor income changes depends on the facts of each case and whether the financial requirements are still met. Additional evidence or a new joint sponsor may be needed if income is no longer sufficient. Taking…
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How Texas Divorce Courts Treat the I-864 Affidavit of Support Obligations
Key Takeaways The affidavit of support after a divorce in Texas may continue to create financial obligations even after a marriage ends. I-864 support is based on federal immigration law, making it different from spousal maintenance and child support. The enforceability of I-864 in state court depends on the facts of each case and the…
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What If You Overstayed a Visa But Married a U.S. Citizen?
Key Takeaways If you overstayed your visa and married a U.S. citizen, you are not automatically disqualified from getting a green card through marriage. A green card is still possible even with an overstay, but the path forward depends on how you originally entered the U.S. In some cases, a waiver for an overstayed visa…
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Can a U.S. Citizen Sponsor Their Parents for a Green Card?
Key Takeaways U.S. citizens who are at least 21 years old can apply for a green card for parents. Sponsoring both parents for a green card in Texas is possible but requires separate applications and petitions for each parent. Understanding the requirements to sponsor parents before you file can help avoid delays and keep the…
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Bringing Your Child to the U.S.: Family-Based Immigration Explained
Key Takeaways Understanding the qualifications for child immigration is the first step before starting the process to bring your child to the U.S. The right visa to bring a child to the U.S. depends on your immigration status and your child’s age and marital status. The timeline for bringing a child to the U.S. is…
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What Are My Options If My Employer Will Not Sponsor Me for a Green Card?
Key Takeaways There are multiple ways to pursue a green card without an employer sponsorship, depending on your background and eligibility Some visas that allow self-petition for a green card give you full control of your case without employer involvement It may be possible to stay in the US without an employer sponsorship by maintaining…
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Is DIY Immigration Filing or Low Cost Help a Viable Alternative to Hiring an Immigration Lawyer?
Key Takeaways Choosing to hire an immigration lawyer in Dallas or Houston can help reduce mistakes and strengthen your case from the start The risks of not hiring an immigration lawyer can lead to delays, denials, or long term immigration problems Working with experienced legal guidance can help improve immigration success and avoid costly errors…
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How Do I Choose Between Different Immigration Law Firms In Dallas?
Key Takeaways What to look for when searching for the best immigration law firm in Dallas How to choose an immigration attorney who communicates clearly and honestly Why experience, transparency, and location matter when hiring an immigration lawyer in Dallas Practical steps to compare firms before making your final decision What Should I Look for…
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How Does A Criminal Plea In Texas Affect My Immigration Case
Key Takeaways How a criminal plea affects immigration can change your future in the United States When a deportation risk after a plea in Texas becomes serious What the immigration consequences of a plea in Texas may include Why speaking with both a criminal and immigration attorney in Dallas or Houston before pleading is critical…
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FY 2027 H-1B Cap Season: Key Dates, New Rules, and What Employers Need to Know
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced key information for the FY2027 H-1B cap registration season. Employers that anticipate sponsoring foreign nationals under the H-1B cap should begin planning now, as the electronic registration period is short and strictly enforced. Registration Window The initial H-1B cap registration period is expected to open at…
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