Today, I’d like to talk about using different types of immigration avenues at the same time to try and stabilize status in the United States. Many times, you don’t have to pick just one way forward to try and get a green card. With most cases having processing times going past a year, life changes […]
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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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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
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 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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One of the best things about my job is that I get to help people realize that the impossible isn’t impossible. This month, I’ve helped two people obtain naturalization who, when they first spoke with me, didn’t think they could ever become U.S. citizens. Bob’s Journey to Citizenship Bob entered the US 35 years ago.
From Doubt to Citizenship: Realizing the Dream of Naturalization Read More »
As Valentine’s Day approaches, we celebrate the love stories that transcend borders and bring couples together. For many, finding love in the United States opens the door to a world of possibilities. If you’ve found love abroad, the fiancé visa offers a path to beginning your life together. In this blog post, we explore the
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Since January is National Human Trafficking Awareness Month, I wanted to highlight one of our recent trafficking cases, which highlights how smuggling can turn into trafficking. What our client went through was beyond horrific and I’ve changed some identifying information. But, I hope this post helps people see that just because you make one bad
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Life as an immigrant is one of transitions, including changing places and moving homes within the United States. Did you know that it is legally required for you to update your address with USCIS until the moment you are a naturalized citizen? Read more below about the hows and whys of changing your address as
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