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For individuals fleeing persecution or danger in their home countries, asylum offers a valuable form of protection under U.S. immigration law. Asylum allows eligible applicants to remain in the United States when returning home would place them at risk of serious harm. While asylum can provide safety and a path toward permanent residency, the process…
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What Happens If I Receive a Notice to Appear in Immigration Court?
: What Happens If I Receive a Notice to Appear in Immigration Court?Receiving a Notice to Appear can be both confusing and frightening. This document is a person’s official notice that the U.S. government has initiated removal proceedings against them. The Notice to Appear formally places a person into immigration court and the actions taken after receiving it can have a major impact on the outcome of…
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The United States depends on foreign workers across many industries. To work legally, foreign nationals must first obtain a nonimmigrant work visa that allows a person to stay in the U.S. during their temporary employment. However, what happens if your visa has expired or you have accidentally stayed past your authorized period of stay? Understanding…
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Cancellation of Removal: Eligibility and Building a Strong Case
: Cancellation of Removal: Eligibility and Building a Strong CaseFacing deportation from the United States is one of the most difficult challenges an immigrant and their family can experience. Removal proceedings can disrupt your life, separate families, and place your future in America at risk. While the process may feel overwhelming, there are legal defenses available that could allow you to legally remain in…
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Top 5 Strategies in Removal Defense for Dallas Immigrants
: Top 5 Strategies in Removal Defense for Dallas ImmigrantsFacing removal proceedings can be one of the most overwhelming experiences for an immigrant and their family. The process is initiated when U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) enforces a final order of removal from an immigration court. If you or a loved one is facing removal in Dallas, there is much at stake, including…
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TN Visa Renewal Process for Professionals in Dallas
: TN Visa Renewal Process for Professionals in DallasThe TN visa renewal process for professionals in Dallas can be complex and requires careful attention to detail. Canadian and Mexican workers must provide documentation, employer information, and continue to meet requirements under United States immigration law. Proper guidance can help make the renewal process smoother and reduce the risk of delays or complications. As…
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Common Reasons I-130 Petitions Get Denied (and How to Avoid Them)
: Common Reasons I-130 Petitions Get Denied (and How to Avoid Them)Filing an I-130 petition for a family-based green card is an important step towards securing lawful permanent residency for your relative. However, each year, USCIS rejects thousands of I-130 Petition applications for reasons that could have simply been avoided. Few things are more heartbreaking than seeing a loving family separated by a denied immigration petition….
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The H-1B visa allows foreign professionals to work in the United States in specialty occupations that require at least a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Historically, startup founders were often blocked from sponsoring themselves due to ownership concerns, yet but in a landmark shift, a new rule enacted in 2025 now allows self-sponsorship when a…
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How Long Does It Take to Process an I-130 Petition in Dallas?
: How Long Does It Take to Process an I-130 Petition in Dallas?The I-130 Petition for Alien Relative is first and most crucial step in helping your loved ones immigrate to the United States. Filed by a U.S. citizens or a lawful permanent resident, this form establishes a qualifying family relationship between the petitioner and the relative hoping to come to the U.S. Unfortunately, many families find…
