The Biden Administration has passed new guidelines regarding deportation. As many people throughout the state of Texas and the rest of the country anticipated, these policies are different than the ones that were in place by the Trump Administration. These new...
Immigration
Immigration
Why do people on visas want to adjust their status with USCIS?
As a legal citizen of another country, you typically need a visa to enter the United States. People come into the country for reasons ranging from visiting family and pursuing an education to career development. No matter what kind of visa allowed you to enter the...
Federal judge gives DACA Dreamers renewed hope
In the beginning of December, a federal judge ordered the federal government to fully reinstate the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. The government had started this program back in 2012 but has since made efforts to repeal the program. Now, with...
Immigration status in danger because of criminal charges
Non-citizens have significantly fewer rights than U.S. citizens, especially when it comes to criminal law. If you are in the U.S. legally on a visa or a green card, the federal government has standards of behavior for you to maintain your legal status. One of two...
Naturalization and your good moral character
If you have been anticipating the time when you would become a U.S. citizen, you may be frustrated by the recent circumstances that have limited the available services of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. You are not alone. Many who wish to go through the...
Certain issues could put your citizenship application at risk
You may have lived in the United States for years, and coming here from another country may have been a stressful experience. Now you consider Texas your home, and you want to adjust your immigration status to become a naturalized citizen.Pursuing citizenship can...
Will ICE agents enter a church to arrest me?
In recent years, you may have heard news stories about people hiding in churches due to fear of immigration agents and deportation. That is because many places of worship have become sanctuaries for individuals and families who feel threatened by U.S. Immigration and...
Adjusting your resident status from temporary to permanent
A lot has happened in the time since you applied for your visa to work, study or travel in the U.S. Perhaps you met someone you want to remain with, or you simply fell in love with Texas. Whatever your reasons, if your temporary visa is due to expire, you have some...
Immigration court provides few protections for your rights
When you think of going to court, you may imagine appearing before a judge or jury to defend yourself against criminal charges. You may also know of people who have gone to court for family law matters, financial issues or to claim damages after an injury.If you are...
Becoming a U.S. citizen can provide many benefits
Individuals who come to the United States have different immigration status options. If they plan to stay temporarily or for a specific purpose, they may only need to obtain the applicable visa. Of course, some individuals may come to the country on a visa and later...