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Free Consultation →February 21, 2018 · News
Marriage problems with spouse (husband/wife) and green card (adjustment of status) in New York?
So, you fell in love . . . had a dream wedding and now your dream is turning into a nightmare. To make matters worse, your U.S. Citizen spouse (husband/wife) is threatening to have you deported, even though she abused you!!! Yes, I get a lot of these calls. Calls about the U.S. Citizen abusing
Read More →February 13, 2018 · News
Filing for Asylum Protection from New York City (Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, Bronx, Manhattan)
I wrote about this recently but I did want to add to this blog due to the heavy talk about Immigration Reform. You may have heard many rumors regarding President Trump’s immigration plans. You may have heard that he plans to get rid of Chain Immigration. I’m not sure if it is exactly clear what
Read More →February 9, 2018 · News
Importance of Having a Lawyer (Attorney) Represent You in Immigration Court in New York City
Do I need a lawyer (attorney) to represent me in Immigration Court at 26 Federal Plaza NYC? This is a question I hear all too often. Well, let’s put it this way . . . Does it make sense to go to a doctor when you feel sick or suffered an injury. I think the
Read More →February 1, 2018 · News
Asylum Filing in New York from Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, and Long Island Nassau, Suffolk
President Trump’s speech at the State of the Union Address hinted at certain immigration agenda and new policies, including DACA and TPS. What about asylum? Many people have been calling and asking whether there a danger that asylum will no longer be available? This has not been at the forefront of discussion. What has taken
Read More →January 29, 2018 · News
IMMIGRATION COURT DEFENSE IN NYC (MANHATTAN 26 FEDERAL PLAZA)
The Trump Administration through the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has stepped up its immigration enforcement of individuals without status, those that may have violated their status and or those with certain criminal records DHS (ICE) may decide to detain such individuals in immigration holding facilities, such as the Essex County Jail, the Bergen County
Read More →January 26, 2018 · News
DACA RENEWALS
As of January 13, 2018, USCIS will be accepting requests to renew expired DACA applications. Only applicants who’s DACA was previously approved and expired on or after September 5, 2016 may now renew their DACA application with USCIS. Since DACA has been rescinded on September 5, 2017, USCIS is no longer accepting requests from any
Read More →January 24, 2018 · News
Temporary Protected Status El Salvador
As you may have heard, the Trump administration has decided to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for El Salvador. What does ending temporary protected status TPS mean for people from El Salvador? Can you be deported since TPS has ended for El Salvador? That is a real possibility. What can you do if you are
Read More →May 25, 2016
What To Expect During Your Asylum Interview in NY
So, you filed for asylum and now want to know that the next steps are and what to expect. After filing your case, you should receive a receipt notice followed by an appointment for biometrics (fingerprints, etc.). After that, it is just a matter of waiting for your turn to be called in for an
Read More →April 19, 2016
Finding an Immigration Lawyer in Brooklyn, NY
What is the best way to find a lawyer/attorney to represent you with your immigration case??? Great question . . . . The answer is usually not as easy as it may seem, as it may be somewhat time consuming. The selection of a lawyer can often make the difference with how your case turns
Read More →March 21, 2016 · News
Criminal Record Causing Immigration Issue
Although you may have resolved a criminal matter many years ago, this does not mean that it will not come back to bite you down the road when it comes to immigration enforcement (unless you are a U.S. citizen of course). I have clients that have criminal convictions from decades ago that come to learn
Read More →March 10, 2016 · News
Green Card Through Marriage But Divorcing
So, you married your sweetheart but the marriage did not work out. What can you do? Can you still get your green card? The answer is . . . it depends. If your spouse has been abusive toward you, you can continue the process on your own and without your spouse being involved in the
Read More →February 26, 2016 · News
Marriage Based Green Card Application Process in New York City
Congrads!!!!!! You have decided to enter the wonderful world of marriage where all that matters is love. Really? That may not be the case if your marriage also involves filing for permanent residency (green card) based on your marriage to a U.S. Citizen. You may even find it surprising or perhaps troubling that immigration (USCIS)
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