Many immigrants legally enter the United States through family connections. Others seek jobs in the United States or take transfers to domestic facilities when they work for international companies. Employment-based immigration is an option for many skilled and...
Year: 2025
What are crimes of moral turpitude?
Crimes of moral turpitude (CMTs) are offenses that go against accepted moral standards. These crimes typically involve dishonesty, fraud or actions that show a disregard for others. In immigration law, being charged with or convicted of a CMT can result in severe...
What’s the purpose of a search warrant and when is it required?
Police officers sometimes need to conduct searches to obtain evidence to pursue criminal charges. They can’t just search wherever they want or whenever they want. Instead, they can only conduct a search or seize evidence under specific circumstances. One way that a...
Can your parents help you acquire American citizenship?
When it comes to acquiring American citizenship, many people wonder if having parents who are U.S. citizens gives them an automatic pathway. While the process isn’t always simple or guaranteed, the short answer is usually yes. In some cases, your parents can help you...
Who might be eligible for a U visa?
There are many different types of visas that allow people to live and work in the United States. Many visas relate to employment arrangements or family relationships. However, there are also special visas that can help people in unusual and challenging situations. The...
3 innocent mistakes that can compromise your green card
Securing a U.S. green card is a major milestone for many immigrants, symbolizing stability, opportunity and a path toward permanent residency or even citizenship. However, the journey doesn’t end once the green card is in hand. Many applicants unknowingly make small,...
Miranda rights are rooted in the United States Constitution
The United States Constitution is a historical document that some may not think truly applies today; however, legal rulings created since then have ensured that it remains just as applicable today as it was on the day it was created. One of these rulings is from the...
How will dissolving an adoption affect the child’s citizenship?
When U.S. citizens adopt children from other countries, the adoption may come with expectations of permanence and stability. However, in some situations, adoptive parents choose to dissolve the legal relationship, raising difficult questions about the child’s future,...
How can you prove your relationship is real for a K-1 visa?
When filing Form I-129F, Petition For Alien Fiancé(e) to obtain a K-1 nonimmigrant visa for your fiancé(e), you will need to prove the relationship is genuine. The U.S Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) must prove that you and your fiancé(e) have a bona fide...
3 things that will help your visa application
If you are applying for a visa that will give you or a family member the right to live in the United States, it’s important to prepare thoroughly. As you are probably aware from watching news reports, immigration policies are not as welcoming as they once were. If you...
