Immigration Law Blog

Getting a green card denial can feel like the floor just dropped out from under you. After all the paperwork, interviews, and waiting, a denial notice isn’t just frustrating—it’s personal. It’s a legal decision, sure, but it hits differently when your future in the U.S. suddenly feels uncertain.  At Tourzani & Long, LLC, we’ve worked Read More

A lot of people assume renewing a green card is just a formality—fill out the paperwork, send it in, and wait for the new card to arrive. And while that’s true in many cases, it’s not always so simple. Over the years, we’ve helped people who missed deadlines, lost their cards while traveling, or faced Read More

It’s surprisingly easy to lose track of time when you’re visiting the U.S.—especially if you’re reconnecting with family, finishing a project, or just enjoying your surroundings. But the date on your I-94 Arrival/Departure Record? That’s not something you want to overlook. Letting your visa expire without taking action can lead to real problems down the Read More

One of the more common questions we get at Tourzani & Long, LLC goes something like this: “I came here on a student visa, but now I’m getting married—can I stay?” Or, “I have a work visa but want to apply for asylum—is that allowed?” The short answer is yes, in some cases you can Read More

There’s a moment I’ll never forget—someone called our office in a panic. A loved one was stranded overseas, facing a dangerous situation, and they were looking for a way—any way—to get them to the U.S. legally and quickly. That’s when we talked about humanitarian parole, an option that’s often misunderstood but can sometimes be the Read More

Planning a wedding is exciting—but if your partner lives in another country, you’re probably juggling more than floral arrangements and venue deposits. The process of bringing your fiancé(e) to the U.S. through a K-1 visa can feel like a second full-time job. I’ve seen couples get lost in it more than once—buried in forms, frustrated Read More

I’ve sat across the table from people at every stage of the immigration journey—some just getting started, others tangled in years of delays, and many somewhere in between. What they all had in common was one simple hope: to find someone who actually listens and knows how to help.  At Tourzani & Long, LLC, our Read More

Family separation is something most of us never plan for, yet it happens all the time due to immigration barriers. I’ve seen it in my own community—parents waiting years to be reunited with kids, siblings stuck across borders, spouses missing milestones together. It’s a quiet ache a lot of families live with. And while U.S. Read More

Becoming a permanent resident of the United States is a significant milestone for many immigrants. It grants individuals the right to live and work in the country indefinitely, providing a sense of stability and opportunity. At Tourzani & Long, LLC, we understand the complexities and benefits of obtaining permanent residency. This post explores what it Read More