Immigration

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

A group of legislators has put pressure on President Biden to give immigrants the ability to apply for green cards sooner in an effort to address the green card backlog. This is part of a bipartisan effort that is fronted by a total of 58 House members. It has many...

In an increasingly interconnected world, displacement is emerging as a significant concern, with millions of individuals fleeing their homes due to conflict, persecution, environmental disasters and economic hardships. Unfortunately, rather than extending a helping...