Immigration Law Services
The immigration landscape in the United States presently is subject to new and changing policies, including restricted pathways and increased enforcement. Certain programs are being suspended and terminated and priorities, such as family reunification, are shifting. We expect this landscape to remain uncertain for some time, and are here to help individuals and companies navigate and respond to these changes.
For Individuals
Humanitarian Relief Applications (Refugee and Asylum Status)
Humanitarian relief applications may be filed for victims of certain types of crime and abuse, refugees, those seeking asylum. those seeking temporary protected status, and those seeking deferred enforced departure. Requests may be filed for humanitarian parole. Nationals of certain specific countries may be eligible for immigration benefits. Requests may be made for consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) and employment authorization.
Visa Applications
Applications may be filed for non-immigrant and immigrant visas. Non-immigrant visas are for temporary stays and include visitor visas for tourism or business, student visas, exchange visitor visas, temporary worker visas, visas for individuals with extraordinary abilities, and fiance(e) visas. Immigrant visas are for permanent residence and include employment-based immigrant visas, family-based immigrant visas, and lottery-based diversity visas. Immigrant visas may lead to the securing of a Green Card.
Permanent Residency (Green Card) Applications
A Green Card is a U.S. Permanent Resident Card, which allows the holder to live and work permanently in the United States. It allows the holder to apply for U.S. citizenship after a period of residency.
Representation in Deportation Proceedings
Representation in immigration court may increase one's chances of delaying or preventing removal from the United States. Legal representation can help ensure the government follows the law and complies with individual due process rights.
Motions to Re-Open or Reconsider and Appeals of Denied Immigration Applications
Representation with respect to denial letters from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service or immigration court.
Applications for Citizenship and Naturalization
Application for U.S. citizenship through naturalization. Indiviuals must be at least eighteen (18) years old, have been a lawful permanent resident typically for five (5) years, and meet continuous residence and physical presence requirements. Applicants need to demonstrate good moral character and have a basic understanding of English, U.S. History, and Civics.
For Campanies
We provide legal services for employers seeking to ensure worksite compliance (including through policy development, comprehensive I-9 audits, and training to handle enforcement actions), to secure talent and handle transfers, and to guard against claims of discrimination.