Achieving U.S. citizenship is the final step for most immigrants in the U.S. There are a variety of ways for immigrants to become citizens. Naturalization is the process of applying on form N-400 and taking a test on civics, history and spoken and written English.

Our job is to defend our clients in Immigration Court, at the Board of Immigration Appeals and in various Federal Courts. We insist that the government officers, lawyers and immigration judges do justice and uphold the constitutional rights of all of our clients.

Since 2000, people who have been victims of domestic abuse as well as certain other crimes can seek protection from immigration when law enforcement verifies that a crime has taken place. Family members can be included in this type of application.

The government responds to long and short term pressures on immigration by creating programs such as Temporary Protected Status (TPS), NACARA and DACA. Although DACA is currently “cancelled,” our team is ready to help DACA holders when they face challenges with US immigration or ICE.

The immigration legal system is complex. We help people who would otherwise not qualify for status determine whether an exception or waiver might allow an application to go forward. I-601A Provisional Waivers permit relatives of legal residents and citizens to seek permanent status. Parole status (military, humanitarian, etc.,) is another type of exception that can be applied to allow an application to proceed.

Immigration law is complex. It is difficult to know how your specific situation is affected by immigration laws, regulations and policies. Meeting with us for a consultation can be valuable for you to get your questions answered and to make a plan. If we can’t help, we will say so, and tell you how best to protect yourself and your family.