Employment-Based Immigration

We help businesses and individuals navigate the complex process of obtaining work visas and for employees.

DACA/Student Visa

We provide legal assistance to individuals seeking protection under DACA and other immigration programs designed to protect Dreamers and other immigrants.

Family Sponsorship

We help U.S. citizens and permanent residents sponsor family members for immigration to the United States.

Naturalization & Citizenship

We assist individuals with the citizenship and naturalization process, including the preparation and filing of applications.

Deportation Defense

We represent individuals in deportation proceedings and assist them with seeking relief from removal.

Asylum & Refugee Law

We help individuals who have fled persecution in their home country seek asylum or refugee status in the United States.

FOIA

 The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is a federal law that allows individuals to request access to records from any federal agency, including immigration-related documents. Under FOIA, U.S. government agencies are required to disclose requested information unless it falls under one of nine exemptions, which protect interests such as personal privacy, national security, and law enforcement 

VAWA

The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) is a federal law enacted in 1994 to address and combat domestic violence, sexual assault, and other forms of violence against women. VAWA provides certain protections and immigration relief to non-citizens who are victims of abuse by a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (LPR) spouse, parent, or adult child. Under VAWA, eligible individuals can self-petition for legal status without the knowledge or involvement of the abuser, allowing them to seek safety and independence. This self-petitioning process aims to protect victims from further abuse and provide them with a pathway to permanent residency..

U-Visa

 The U-Visa is a nonimmigrant visa category created to protect victims of certain crimes who have suffered substantial mental or physical abuse and are willing to assist law enforcement or government officials in the investigation or prosecution of the criminal activity. .

K-Visa

The K-Visa is a nonimmigrant visa category designed for the fiancés, spouses, and children of U.S. citizens ylum cases and appeals.

Derivative Citizenship

 Derivative citizenship refers to the process by which a child automatically acquires U.S. citizenship through the naturalization or citizenship status of their parent(s). This typically occurs when at least one parent becomes a U.S. citizen, either by birth or naturalization, and certain conditions are met.  

Permanent Residency

 Permanent residence, also known as lawful permanent residency, refers to the immigration status that allows a foreign national to live and work in the United States indefinitely. Individuals with permanent resident status are often referred to as "Green Card" holders, named after the physical card issued by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) as proof of their status.  

Removal Proceedings

 Removal proceedings are the legal process by which the U.S. government seeks to deport (remove) a non-citizen from the United States.  During removal proceedings, the individual has the opportunity to contest the charges and present defenses against their removal. They may also apply for various forms of relief from removal, such as asylum, cancellation of removal, adjustment of status, or other protections depending on their circumstances. 

Bond Hearings

 Bond hearings in the context of immigration are legal proceedings where an immigration judge determines whether a detained non-citizen should be released from custody on bond while awaiting the outcome of their removal proceedings. These hearings are crucial for individuals who have been detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and wish to seek release from detention. 

Consular Process

 Consular processing is an alternative to adjustment of status, which is for individuals already in the U.S. It is essential for those who are outside the country and wish to immigrate legally. 

Waivers

 In the context of U.S. immigration, waivers are legal mechanisms that allow individuals who are otherwise ineligible for a visa or immigration benefit to overcome certain grounds of inadmissibility or deportability. Waivers provide a way for applicants to seek forgiveness for specific issues that would normally prevent them from entering or remaining in the United States. 

Appeals

Appeals in immigration law refer to the process by which a person can challenge a decision made by an immigration authority, such as a denial of a visa or deportation order. Appeals typically involve submitting a formal request for a higher authority to review the decision and potentially overturn it. Appeals can be complex and may require legal representation to navigate the process effectively.

Some other cases we handle

· Criminal Cases

· Federal Criminal Cases

· Divorce