Family-based immigration is a process where a relative of a U.S. citizen or green card holder can obtain a visa to live in the United States. In this article, we will explore two types of family-based visas and the process for obtaining them. What is a Family-Based Visa? A family-based visa allows a relative of Read More
Immigration Law Blog
Do You Need an Immigration Lawyer When Submitting a Citizenship Application?
A citizenship application is a procedure through which an individual can become a citizen of the United States. Because the citizenship application process may be complicated and time-consuming, it’s essential to seek the assistance of a qualified immigration lawyer. In this post, we’ll go over the stages involved in applying for citizenship in the United Read More
Deportation Representation: How Can You Choose the Best Immigration Attorney?
Everything can feel like a whirlwind when you’re facing the prospect of deportation. It’s critical to have an experienced immigration lawyer on your side during this time. Immigration law is complicated, and navigating the legal system without assistance can be highly challenging. A qualified immigration attorney may make all the difference in the results of Read More
Could You Benefit from a Section 245(i) Adjustment of Status?
Section 245(i) Adjustment of Status is an immigration process that permits unauthorized immigrants to become permanent residents in the United States without leaving the country. As a general rule, illegal immigrants are not eligible to apply for lawful permanent residency in the U. S. through adjustment of status. As a result, many unauthorized immigrants in Read More
Applying for a Fiancé Visa: How Can an Immigration Lawyer Help?
Are you in a relationship with someone who is not a U.S. citizen and would like to be together in the United States? You may need to apply for a fiancé visa. This type of visa allows your partner to come to the U.S. so that the two of you can get married here. Applying Read More
Adjustment of Immigration Status: How Can You Get Help with the Process?
An immigrant in the United States can petition to modify their present immigration status through the Adjustment of Immigration Status process. This is also referred to as a Green Card application and implies you may be able to get a Green Card without traveling to your home country for visa processing. Adjustment of status is Read More
Katarina Zovinova Long, Esq. Has Joined The Firm As A Partner
We are happy to announce that Katarina Zovinova Long, Esq. has joined the firm as a Partner. Katarina brings with her over a decade of immigration experience as both an immigrant navigating the immigration system and as a dedicated and knowledgeable litigator. With the addition of Katarina Zovinova Long, Esq., we will continue to provide Read More
Immigration Relief for Victims of Domestic Violence
In the United States, many individuals are impacted by domestic violence with an estimated 10 million people suffering abuse by an intimate partner per year. People of all races, age groups, genders, sexual orientations, religions, education levels, economic status, and immigration status have been subjected to family or domestic violence. Domestic violence is not limited Read More
Previous Marijuana Charges Still Impact Immigrants Despite New Jersey Legalizing Cannabis
On February 22, 2021 Governor Phil Murphy signed the Cannabis Reform Bill into law, legalizing and decriminalizing marijuana for adults 21 years and older. While immigrants can be less concerned about being charged with possession or use of marijuana in the State of New Jersey going forward, immigrants with previous marijuana charges, regardless of whether Read More
Congress Introduces Bill to Provide Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to Venezuelans and Provide a Potential Pathway to Obtaining Lawful Permanent Resident Status (Green Card)
On his last day in office, Former President Donald Trump issued a Memorandum deferring the removal of Venezuelans currently residing in the United States without immigration status. The details of the memo have been archived and can be viewed by visiting the following link. While Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) would allow immigrants to remain in Read More