May 25, 2018 | Green cards, immigrant petition, immigration law, Immigration reform, military parole in place, naturlization, permanent residence, permanent residency, United States Citizen
As a Miami immigration lawyer and an Austin immigration lawyer, I sometimes get questions from immigrants in Miami or immigrants in Austin about military parole in place. Below is a basic FAQ about how this program may benefit you, or your loved one. What is parole... 
Oct 26, 2016 | green card, Green cards, immigrant petition, immigration law, Immigration reform
As a Miami immigration lawyer, I noted with interest the fact that the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced a fee hike for most immigration applications and petitions. Below are some frequently asked questions. How is the USCIS funded? USCIS is almost... 
Sep 12, 2016 | convictions, crime, crimes, deportation, immigrant petition, immigration law, Immigration reform, mandatory detention
As a Miami immigration lawyer, I have represented many clients who have been/are currently in an immigration detention facility. Many undocumented immigrants live with the fear that one day they may be caught and held by immigration authorities (most likely, the... 
Aug 31, 2016 | Adjustment of Status (AOS), bona fide marriage, family-based petitions, immigrant petition, marriage interview, marriage petition, permanent residency, Uncategorized
As a Miami immigration attorney, I am frequently asked about the Permanent Residency (Green Card) process based on marriage to a Non-citizen. Patience and perseverance are two of the main qualities needed for the Green Card process for your spouse (aside from the form... 
Feb 26, 2016 | DOMA, family-based petition, family-based petitions, Form I-130, green card, Green cards, immigrant petition, LGBT immigration, Obama Administration, permanent residence, permanent residency, United States Citizen, USCIS
Looking back on 2013 as a Miami immigration lawyer, I must remark on the fact that it truly was a momentous year for LGBTQ rights. Following the decision by the Supreme Court holding that Section 3 of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) was unconstitutional, President... 
Sep 21, 2015 | citizenship, green card, Green cards, immigrant petition, immigration law, Immigration reform, marriage, marriage interview, marriage petition, permanent residence, permanent residency
As a Miami immigration attorney, some of my clients have questions as to whether they are eligible to naturalize as spouses of United States citizens. Below are some frequently asked questions. I am married to a United States citizen. Do I qualify for naturalization?...