If you or a loved one has been persecuted in another country, then the United States may be your saving grace. But that’s only the case if you can convince the government that you should be granted asylum. There are many elements that must be shown before asylum will...
Citizenship and how to obtain citizenship is important to most immigrants. For that reason, those seeking citizenship, and their families, should be familiar with how citizenship can be obtained. How to obtain citizenship In general, United States citizenship is...
No resident of Los Angeles really wants to be arrested or charged with a crime. Even a common misdemeanor offense, like drunk driving, can cause financial and other problems for years down the road. For someone who is not a citizen of the United States, even if they...
Shortly before this week’s presidential election, the Trump Administration announced a rule that blocked the issuance of green cards for immigrants who used food stamps or other public benefits. The government was sued by several immigrant advocate organizations who...
There are many Southern California residents who have come to the U.S. from another country. These immigrants are the backbone of our society and are valuable members of our workforce. For those who are interested in obtaining a green card, the visa lottery has just...
Prospective and current foreign workers in Los Angeles and across the United States have seen their circumstances thrown into chaos by the ongoing attempts by the federal government to restrict employment immigration. Legal filings have been made to help foreign...
With the current crackdown on immigration in California and throughout the United States, people who are seeking to enter the country for any reason are understandably concerned. This is especially troublesome for students from around the world as they are suddenly...
Whether you are waiting on the approval for a renewal of an employer-sponsored work visa or hope to help your spouse or minor children enter the United States, waiting is often one of the most difficult parts of the immigration process. There can be many weeks between...
Seeking asylum in the United States is one of the most drastic steps that people can take, from an immigration perspective. It is similar to being a refugee, but with key differences, and it is much different than immigrating to get a job, go to school or be with your...
There are easier countries to seek asylum in than the U.S. and the current administration seems intent on making it even more difficult. Proposed changes to the laws could make it next to impossible for LGBTQ people to find safety here. The current laws say you can...