Immigrants in The U.S. – New York Immigration Lawyer

February 20, 2025falawNo CommentsCategories: Immigrants in The U.S.Tags: #ApplicationErrors, #DeportationRisk, #GreenCard, #ImmigrantCommunity, #ImmigrantRights, #ImmigrantSupport, #ImmigrationAttorney, #ImmigrationDelays, #ImmigrationLaw, #ImmigrationProcess, #LegalAdvice, #LegalHelp, #LegalRepresentation, #LostEarnings, #Notarios, #StayInTheU.S., #USImmigration, #WorkAuthorization, #WorkPermit, Immigration, USCIS

The Economic Cost and Rejection Probability of Immigrants Self-Representing or Using Notarios for USCIS Applications

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The process of applying for legal immigration status or work permits in the United States can be complex and costly. Many immigrants, due to financial constraints or lack of ...

February 20, 2025falawNo CommentsCategories: Immigrants in The U.S.Tags: #BenefitEligibility, #FederalPrograms, #FoodSecurity, #GreenCardHolders, #HealthcareAssistance, #HousingAssistance, #ImmigrantAdvocacy, #ImmigrantRights, #ImmigrantSupport, #ImmigrationPolicy, #ImmigrationStatus, #LawfulPermanentResidents, #PublicAssistance, #PublicAssistanceEligibility, #PublicBenefits, #PublicCharge, #SponsorLiability, #StatePrograms, #USImmigration, #USLegalJourney, noncitizens

The Impact of State and Federal Public Assistance on Non-Citizens and Green Card Holders Legalizing in the U.S.

By Mary Campbell For many non-citizens and green card holders in the United States, public assistance programs provide critical financial support, food security, healthcare, and housing assistance. Ho...

February 18, 2025falawNo CommentsCategories: Immigrants in The U.S.Tags: #FamilyImmigration, #FamilyReunification, #FamilyReunion, #GreenCardHolder, #GreenCardJourney, #GreenCardSpouse, #ImmigrantRights, #ImmigrationAdvice, #ImmigrationLaw, #ImmigrationProcess, #NaturalizationProcess, #PetitionForAlienRelative, #PetitionForSpouse, #SpouseVisa, #USCitizenship, #USImmigration, USCIS

Green Card Holder Petitioning for a Spouse: File Now or Wait for Citizenship?

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. When a U.S. green card holder (lawful permanent resident) marries a spouse who is overseas, they face an important decision: Should they petition immediately for their spouse...

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The Chilling Effect of Trump’s Indiscriminate Immigration Arrests & Propaganda

By Nayna Gupta, Immigration Impact The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the implications of the election on t...

February 18, 2025falawNo CommentsCategories: Immigrants in The U.S.Tags: #DueProcess, #EndGuantanamo, #EndTorture, #FairTrial, #GuantanamoBay, #GuantanamoDetainees, #HabeasCorpus, #HumanRights, #InternationalHumanRights, #InternationalLaw, #JusticeForDetainees, #LegalRights, #PoliticalPrisoners, #ProtectHumanRights, #RightsForAll, #StopIndefiniteDetention, #WarOnTerror

Historical Context of Guantánamo Bay Detention Practices and Modern Immigrant Rights Under President Trump

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Guantánamo Bay, located on the southeastern coast of Cuba, has been under U.S. control since 1903. Its detention facility gained international attention post-9/11 when it wa...

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Does an Annulment Prevent a Plaintiff or Defendant from Filing a VAWA Application for Immigration Relief?

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) provides a pathway for survivors of domestic abuse to apply for immigration relief without relying on their abusive U.S. citizen or lawf...

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Breaking Down Trump’s Attempt to End Birthright Citizenship

By American Immigration Council Staff, IMMIGRATION IMPACT On his first day in office, President Donald Trump issued an executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship for babies of undocumented...

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The Consequences of Getting Married After an Approval as a Child but Before Entering the U.S. for Green Card Purposes

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The U.S. immigration system has strict eligibility requirements for family-based green cards, particularly for children of U.S. citizens or permanent residents. If a person i...

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A Young U.S. Citizen’s Long Legal Road Back Home

By Pablo Balcazar, IMMIGRATION IMPACT The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the implications of the election...

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ICE Makes Sweeping Arrests in Chicago, Endangering City’s Livelihood

By American Immigration Council Staff, Immmigration Impact | Editorial credit: Johnny Silvercloud / shutterstock.com The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected ...

The Economic Cost and Rejection Probability of Immigrants Self-Representing or Using Notarios for USCIS Applications

The Impact of State and Federal Public Assistance on Non-Citizens and Green Card Holders Legalizing in the U.S.

Green Card Holder Petitioning for a Spouse: File Now or Wait for Citizenship?

The Chilling Effect of Trump’s Indiscriminate Immigration Arrests & Propaganda

Historical Context of Guantánamo Bay Detention Practices and Modern Immigrant Rights Under President Trump

Does an Annulment Prevent a Plaintiff or Defendant from Filing a VAWA Application for Immigration Relief?

Breaking Down Trump’s Attempt to End Birthright Citizenship

The Consequences of Getting Married After an Approval as a Child but Before Entering the U.S. for Green Card Purposes

A Young U.S. Citizen’s Long Legal Road Back Home

ICE Makes Sweeping Arrests in Chicago, Endangering City’s Livelihood

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