The U.S. immigration system can be confusing. For example, it is very understandable that many people have heard about ICE but do not fully understand what it is. ICE stands for Immigration and Customs Enforcement. It is a government agency in the United States that...
Immigration Law Is All About Family
Immigration Law
What occurs during an adjustment of status?
Immigrants can lawfully live in the United States in a number of different circumstances. People can enter the country with visas or when granted refugee status. Some people with close family relationships to citizens or permanent residents can enter the country with...
Is a k-1 visa quicker than a green card?
The K-1 visa and green card processes differ in time and requirements. Understanding these differences can help you decide which option suits your needs. Understanding the K-1 visa process The K-1 visa is for foreign-citizen fiancés of U.S. citizens. It allows the...
What occurs during biometrics services appointments?
Immigrants have to establish that they meet certain standards to enter and remain in the United States of America. Security issues are a main concern during immigration proceedings. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) conducts careful...
3 important rules for K-1 fianc(é)e visas
Love can start in the strangest ways. People might meet someone while traveling for business or on a vacation. They might develop a deep emotional connection with someone they met online. Those from more traditional cultures may even find love through family efforts...
How can VAWA cancellation of removal assist LPR spouses?
Navigating the complex legal landscape of immigration can be daunting. This is often especially true when it comes to situations involving Legal Permanent Resident (LPR) spouses and the potential need for relief under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). VAWA...
The Public Charge Rule’s impact on immigration
Numerous policies, rules and regulations complicate the immigration process. One such policy that has generated significant discussion of late is the Public Charge Rule. This federal guideline is pivotal in determining who can enter or remain in the country. It’s a...
Can I get a divorce during my immigration proceedings?
Divorce is a complicated process for anyone going through it. It is emotionally painful and often causes financial and other difficulties. In addition, if one of the parties to the divorce is an immigrant, they may face additional barriers in the divorce process...
3 reasons a criminal charge can affect an immigration case
An individual's criminal record has a direct impact on their immigration opportunities. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) performs thorough background checks when initially granting someone a visa to travel to the United States. Background...
Will you be deported if you get divorced?
No matter how much you might wish it to be otherwise, your head never rules your heart. You can fall in love unexpectedly – and fall out of love just the same. When you fell in love with a U.S. citizen, you really believed that “happily ever after” was in your future,...

