Isabel Schmieta

DACA Updates: Unlocking Opportunities with Advance Parole and Health Insurance

What is DACA? Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) is a policy introduced in 2012 by the Obama administration. It provides temporary protection from deportation and work authorization to certain immigrants—eligible young immigrants who came to the United States as children, often referred to as Dreamers.  Although DACA does not provide permanent lawful status, it […]

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Understanding the I-751 Petition: A Guide for Conditional Permanent Residents

One of our most common case types is the marriage-based Green Card petition. However, when the couple has been married for under two years at the time of approval, they face an extra step in their immigration journey: the conditional Green Card. In this blog, we talk about the process of removing the conditions of

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Empowering Immigrant Communities: Understanding Georgia House Bill 1105

Georgia House Bill 1105, known as the Georgia Criminal Alien Track and Report Act of 2024, has now been officially signed into law by Governor Brian Kemp. This development has raised significant concerns and questions within immigrant communities across the state. As your trusted immigration advocates, we want to provide you with updated information regarding

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Debunking Misconceptions About Green Card Eligibility: What Happens When a Child Turns 21?

In the world of immigration, there’s a common misconception that when a child turns 21, their parent automatically qualifies for a green card. This originally started after the US had a significant increase in immigration during the mid-1990s when false claims floated around that having US citizen children basically guaranteed access to benefits and green

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Germany’s Dual Citizenship Revolution: A Guide for German Immigrants in the US

Many green card holders may hesitate to become US citizens because of rules about having citizenship in two countries. Even if you’ve lived in the US for a long time, you might still feel strongly connected to your home country, regardless of where you’re from. Letting go of that connection isn’t easy. While the US

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Navigating the I-601A Waiver: A Possible Path to Staying with Loved Ones

If you hope to remain in the United States with your loved ones, but face the barriers of unlawful entry and unlawful presence, then the I-601A Waiver might be the solution you’ve been searching for. In this blog post, we’ll break down what the I-601A Waiver is, who is eligible, the application process, and why

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Understanding Georgia House Bill 1105: The Impact on Immigrant Communities

Georgia House Bill 1105, also known as the Georgia Criminal Alien Track and Report Act of 2024, has sparked controversy and concern among immigrant communities across the state. We know that this potential policy has caused some anxiety among our clients, and we wanted to take a moment to explain what we know about the

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Honoring Military Service: Understanding Parole in Place for Immigrant Families

Navigating US immigration law can be daunting, especially for families with ties to the military. One essential program for eligible immigrants in these families is Parole in Place (PIP). This special program offers an opportunity for certain individuals, who entered the US unlawfully but are family members of active-duty military or veterans, to be formally

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New Americans Day: Advocating for Immigrant Rights in Our Community

Last week, our team members Tracie and Isabel had the privilege of participating in the inspiring New Americans Celebration at the Georgia State Capitol. Amidst the bustling halls of the state’s capitol building, attendees gathered to advocate for policies that have the potential to transform the lives of immigrants and refugees in our Georgia community.

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