As everyone knows, USCIS processing times are pretty awful across the board. Everyone needs their benefit or a decision so they can move forward with their lives. Waiting is awful. Today, I want to discuss two expedite requests our office put in and how they played out. As a reminder, USCIS can expedite a case […]
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Navigating the immigration process can be complex, overwhelming, and long, especially when you are hoping to bring your loved ones to the United States. For U.S. citizens looking to bring their parents to live with them, consular processing is a common and effective pathway. In this blog, we discuss the path of consular processing for
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Some exciting news came from the White House earlier this week that gives us hope for many of those who have been stuck in status limbo or the lengthy process of applying for an I-601A waiver and Consular Processing for an Immigrant Visa. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a new policy to promote
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When you and your spouse are separated by borders, or there are specific barriers that require your spouse to obtain status while abroad, they may need to navigate consular processing in order to reunite in the United States. Understanding the process and requirements can help make this journey smoother and less stressful. In this blog,
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Navigating the immigration process can be daunting, especially when unexpected challenges arise. This month, we achieved an important milestone for one of our clients who faced many of the challenges that can arise during the immigration journey. Felicity’s journey from obtaining a green card to becoming a naturalized citizen exemplifies the complexities and triumphs that
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This month, we had great success on a naturalization case. Many people file for naturalization on their own because it’s a relatively straightforward process; but, when things go bad, they can go really bad. In Ken’s* case, we learned about how unpredictable and difficult it can be to work with USCIS when things don’t go
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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
Iris was one of our very first U status cases, all the way back in 2013. She had some issues with her case, but finally, in February 2018, she was granted full U status. A year later, she called us with the amazing news that she had fallen in love and gotten married, and that
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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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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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