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 Since DACA has been rescinded on September 5, 2017, USCIS is no longer accepting requests from any […]
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Potential clients often call my office to find out about how one can stay in the U.S. My answer is usually the same. I tell them that generally speaking (although not exhaustive), the paths to permanent residency (green card) are based on some family relationship and/or employment based relationship. Unfortunately, even within these broad categories
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So, you have been issued a Notice to Appear and are now being summoned to appear in Immigration Court at 26 Federal Plaza, New York City. What do you do? Let\’s first start with what not to do? Do not ignore it and do not panic. Many people call our office and inquire as to
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