Immigration

People who want to immigrate into the United States need to have a sponsorship. This is sometimes done through family-based sponsorship, which requires either a citizen or a legal permanent resident to sponsor the immigrant.  Individuals who are being sponsored will...

For individuals who were brought in the United States by their parents without legal protection, every day can be stressful, especially with the aggressiveness of ICE nowadays. But even though the fear of deportation can be overwhelming at times, it’s important to...

We know it is disappointing when your visa gets denied. Understanding why visas sometimes get refused, and what you can do afterward, can help you feel less stressed. Here’s some helpful information about visa denials and your appeal options. Why do visas get denied?...

When immigration authorities revoke an individual’s legal status without direct cause or wrongdoing, the result can be confusing and distressing. In Florida, individuals affected by this type of action (unilateral revocation) may have several legal avenues to respond,...

Immigrants often worry that even minor criminal infractions might jeopardize their immigration status. Whether you hold a green card, temporary status, or permanent residency, understanding the potential impact of offenses, from speeding tickets to a first-time DUI,...

By looking internationally, you might be able to secure the talent that your business needs to be competitive in the marketplace. But bringing that talent to America in a viable way isn’t as easy as it may seem. You’ll have to navigate the seemingly ever-changing...

For many women, obtaining legal immigrant status requires that their spouse, parent or child who is a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident files an immigration petition on their behalf. This means that the process is almost entirely outside of their control,...

Many Floridians who are lawful permanent residents desire United States citizenship and all the rights and benefits that come with being a citizen, including the right to vote. To become a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident must go through the naturalization...

Asylum grants applicants legal protections, allowing them to remain in the United States if they can demonstrate that they’ve been persecuted or are at risk of persecution based on their race, religion, nationality, social group or political opinion. But many asylum...

If you are engaged to be married to a U.S. citizen and are coming to the United States to marry that person, you must apply for a K-1, or fiancé, visa. Petition for alien fiancé The first step to apply for a fiancé visa is filing a petition for alien fiancé. This...