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What Are the Top Reasons Immigrants Don’t Apply for Legal Citizenship?
What Are the Top Reasons Immigrants Don’t Apply for Legal Citizenship? Many people question why immigrants do not simply come to America legally or apply for legal citizenship once inside the U.S. Here's what you should know about barriers to citizenship for...
What Do I Need to Have for a Family Sponsorship?
Obtaining a family sponsorship is one way to obtain permanent residency in the United States. Here’s what you should know about family visas, how to file for one and be approved, and what to expect next. File a Petition for a Family Visa The first step in the family...
Can I Benefit From Deferred Action For Childhood Arrivals (DACA)?
Individuals who have come to the United States as children may be concerned about deportation once their illegal status is discovered. DACA, or Deferred Action For Childhood Arrivals, helps prevent removal from the U.S. for certain qualifying individuals. Here’s what...
What Rights Do I When Interacting With Border Patrol?
Interacting with Border Patrol agents can be frightening and depending on what you say if questioned, you may be detained and taken into custody for further investigation. It’s important to understand what rights you have at interior checkpoints and when engaging with...
What Is an A-Number?
An Alien Registration Number, also known as an A-Number, is a seven- or nine-digit number issued by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to immigrants who have a green card. Nonimmigrants who are only visiting the United States for a short time do not usually get...
What Penalties Do Immigrants Caught With Illegal Firearms Face?
If you are a lawful permanent resident in the U.S., a refugee, or a visa-carrying student or employee, being caught with an illegal firearm has severe consequences, including potentially being deported. If you are facing illegal firearms charges, you could incur the...
What Will My Lawyer Ask During My Deportation Defense Consultation?
If you are an immigrant at risk of being deported, you should retain an attorney to help defend you so you can stay in America. Here’s what your lawyer may ask during your consultation and who you should contact in the event that you were notified of your impending...
What Are the Most Common Deportation Defenses?
The idea of being deported is frightening, especially if you haven’t been to your “home country” in some time -- or at all. Your family could be significantly impacted by your deportation, leaving them without the resources they need. It’s important that you act as...
What Are the 4 Types of Immigration Statuses?
Learn about the four types of immigration statuses and how they may affect you. Find out how to get experienced legal help with immigration in Texas. 1. American Citizens An American Citizen, or a Citizen of the United States of America, is either a person who was...
What Could Cause My Work Visa to Be Denied?
A work visa can allow you to get a job in the U.S. and live in the country for a certain period of time. However, if your visa application was denied, you may be wondering why and what to do next. Here’s what you should know. 1. You Submitted an Application With...