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What are continuous residence requirements?
Becoming a naturalized citizen of the United States grants you rights and privileges you do not have as a resident. Before you can even apply for citizenship, there are a number of requirements that you must fulfill. According to the United States Citizenship and...
Preparing for immigration court as a construction worker
There are a host of reasons why people find themselves in immigration court, from overstaying their visa to allegations of criminal misconduct. Our law office realizes that for some people, such as construction workers who have very demanding jobs, it is especially...
4 common reasons green card applications get denied
In 2018, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security states that 1,096,611 people received permanent lawful status in the country. Perhaps you want to be one of the many in the near future who also obtains this status by obtaining a green card. If your spouse is a U.S....
The benefits of successfully handling the immigration process
For many prospective immigrants (as well as those who wish to bring family members to live with them), the immigration process is daunting. This is especially true for families who have kids involved and those who do not have a lot of familiarity with legal matters...
Becoming a U.S. citizen through naturalization
As someone who was born outside of the United States, you may have cause to pursue U.S. citizenship through naturalization. Once you become an official U.S. citizen, you gain access to the same rights and protections as natural-born citizens and are free to live your...
Safety concerns voiced regarding immigration courts in wake of virus
Across the nation and the world, people are rapidly trying to figure out how to respond to the growing pandemic and help stop the spread of the potentially deadly virus. This effort impacts every facet of society, including the legal and judicial one. It seems the...
Organizations appeal for detainee release in wake of Covid-19
As the Covid-19 virus outbreak continues, its effects are being seen at all levels. So far, the elderly and immunocompromised are at the worst risk for serious complications. This concern extends to high-risk areas like hospitals where pregnant women or those with...
Understanding the four types of immigration status
Immigration status in the United States falls into four different divisions. Each describes the citizenship status of a person in that category. There may be more specific groups within each classification. For example, the Internal Revenue Service uses more precise...
Who is eligible for a green card?
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has established various categories of eligibility for green card permanent resident status. This category will affect the person's application process and wait time, as certain categories, such as refugees, have priority....
What is the 90-day intent rule?
In September 2017, there was a change to the Foreign Affairs Manual that affects the entry rules into the United States. According to Boundless, the change created a new rule which states that people who come to the United States within the first 90 days are presumed...
