Los Angeles Immigration Law Blog

In many senses, refugees and those seeking asylum in the United States are the same. They are often fleeing from persecution and the very real threat of physical harm or death, which could come because of war, religious persecution, racial issues and more. They come...

On April 20, 2020, President Donald Trump noted in a tweet that he plans to temporarily suspend immigration into the United States. One of the reasons he cited was that he needed to protect American citizens’ jobs during a time of economic crisis. This is the first...

The citizenship interview is a major part of the process and can feel very intimidating. It’s doesn’t need to be. You get a lot of material beforehand so that you can prepare. By the time you walk through the door, you can feel confident that you’re going to do very...

Your loved ones have been living in the United States, but you haven’t made an effort to come yet. Your children went when they were in their 20s, and they’ve asked you to come to live with them. Now in your 50s, you’re worried that you won’t be able to get the visa...

For many people who come into the United States, the ultimate goal is to become a citizen. This isn’t a fast process, but it is one that is usually worth it. Understanding a bit about the process for becoming a citizen can help you as you work toward your goal. The...

If you’re trying to stay in the United States through asylum or other means, the fact that the entire country is going into a sort-of lockdown may be frightening. The good news is that most of the busy immigration courts in the country are going to be staying open...

One fear among many in the immigrant community is that immigration officials would use an excuse like the coronavirus to raid hospitals and find those who may be in the country illegally. It would be a worst-case scenario for those with loved ones who are sick or...