Employment visas give your business the ability to expand your search for talent worldwide. But if you don’t know how to navigate the immigration issues tied to employment visas, then you could end up in violation of federal law, and those you bring into America to...
Working With You To Overcome Immigration Obstacles
Year: 2023
What are my defenses to deportation after a criminal conviction?
There are many surprisingly common criminal offenses that can put a non-citizen at risk of deportation: With an exception for marijuana, just about any drug conviction can lead to deportation. In fact, even the allegation that someone is addicted to drugs can lead to...
Avoid these errors in your asylum case
If you’ve made it to the United States to escape persecution, violence, or some other danger, then seeking asylum might be your best shot at staying in the country while you await a more permanent status. But the immigration process in America is complicated and...
Understanding the naturalization process
Immigrants come to the United States for many reasons, including for new opportunities. If you are an immigrant and would like to permanently live in the United States, you can complete the naturalization process which is how immigrants become U.S. citizens....
Domestic violence and employment authorization
There are many reasons why individuals immigrate to the United States. For many, residing and working in the country full time is the goal, with the obtainment of permanent residency status or citizenship. For those relocating to the United States for a job, family...
Temporary protection status is a worry for some immigrants
For people from Nicaragua, the possibility of re-designating their temporary protection status (also referred to as TPS) has sparked fear about the future. Knowing what this means and how to be protected is imperative. Nicaraguan immigrants say TPS is a necessary...
Requesting an adjustment of status
The immigration process is complex and if a person would like to request an adjustment of status, they may need additional information. An adjustment of status allows a foreign national to become a lawful permanent resident of the United States, meaning they will...
Those who fear persecution may seek asylum
Many people come to the United States because political or other problems in their country make it hard to live there safely. The good news is that United States law does not require a person to face outright military conflict before seeking asylum. They do not even...
New Florida law makes life harder for immigrants
A new Florida law is aimed at undocumented immigration, but its impact may go well beyond that. Critics say they are already having a profound impact on many individuals and Florida businesses that do business with them. The new law, which went into effect in July,...
Cancellation of removal for permanent residents
If you are living in Florida and are in the process of being removed from the United States, there are certain things you can do to put a stop to the removal proceedings. One option is to apply for a cancellation of removal. Not everyone is eligible for a cancellation...
