Domestic violence is a serious problem in the United States. However, not everyone affected by domestic violence is a U.S. citizen. If you are facing violence at home, but are worried that reporting it could cause problems for your immigration status, you may have...
Year: 2016
Year: 2016
The Future Of DACA Under Donald Trump
When President Obama created the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program in 2012, many people felt a wave of relief wash over them. DACA has allowed roughly 742,000 people who were brought to the U.S. as minors to seek higher education, obtain meaningful...
U.S. Citizenship test: 5 Common questions
In the last decade, the United States has welcomed over 6.6 million citizens through the process of naturalization. Immigrants seeking citizenship must first meet several requirements such as living in the United States as a permanent resident for five years, being...
Should you apply for a K-1 fiancé(e) visa or marriage-based Visa?
When you're in love with a non-U.S. citizen, you have options for bringing them to the U.S. The fiancé(e) visa is a well-known option, but you can also consider marrying first then obtaining a marriage visa. Explore the pros and cons of each to decide what's right for...
Completing the I-918 petition for a U Visa
In the United States, everyone has the right to be safe and live a life free from violence. In 2000, the U visa was put into place as part of the Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act. It is meant to help protect non-U.S. citizens who have suffered abuse,...
Answers to Your Green Card Renewal Questions
For an issue as important as renewing your green card, which allows you to legally reside in the United States, always keep in mind that the best action you can take is to find and consult with an attorney. A competent attorney can guide you through the process of...
Orlando victims and families could qualify for U visas
A coalition of Latino nonprofits is working to help victims of the Orlando shooting and their family members, including those who are undocumented immigrants. According to the latest updates, there were three victims in the shooting who were undocumented. Two were...
Study shows Colorado refugees contribute to America
The results of a Colorado study on refugee integration are in: Most refugees are working hard to contribute to society and the economy. In fact, the study found that 75 percent of refugees were "highly integrated" after living in the U.S. for four years. Additional...
4 Ways to avoid deportation
The regulations surrounding deportation can be confusing to anyone facing it. An experienced immigration attorney can help you face down immigration judges and government officials - ensuring you can stay in the United States and not be separated from your loved ones....
Bringing a family member to the USA: 5 Things to consider
Bringing a loved one to join you in the U.S. as a citizen or permanent resident is not always an easy task. A family immigration attorney can help you navigate the often confusing application process. Be prepared to discuss and document the following criteria. 1. What...