Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Steps to Take if You are Facing Denaturalization
If you are a foreign-born American citizen and are facing denaturalization, it is important to take the matter very seriously. Not only do you risk losing your citizenship status in the United States, including the time and effort the process required, but it can also lead to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) investigations,… Read More »
Which Criminal Offenses Can Result in Deportation?
If you are living in the United States and are not a citizen, it is critical that you comply with the laws of the country. If you do not, you will face harsh consequences, which may include deportation. One of the most common reasons immigrants are placed into deportation proceedings is because they are… Read More »
What are the Pros and Cons of Consular Processing?
Applying for an immigrant visa through consular processing means a foreign national has reached the last step in obtaining their green card. After the consular office approves an immigrant visa, that individual is allowed to enter the United States as a lawful permanent resident, allowing them to live and work in the U.S. indefinitely…. Read More »
The Number of Third Countries Accepting Deportees is Growing
When a person is deported from the United States, they are typically sent back to their country of origin. This is not the case with third-country deportation. Immigrants who are deported from the U.S. to a third country may be sent to a country where they do not have citizenship, do not know the… Read More »
What is the Denaturalization Process?
In the United States, denaturalization is the official process of revoking the citizenship of a foreign-born individual. In 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that it was going to start prioritizing denaturalization cases moving forward. It is now working with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and other agencies to identify those… Read More »
How Much Does Consular Processing Cost?
If you wish to apply for a green card and you are not currently located in the United States, you will likely have to go through consular processing in order to obtain it. This requires you to work with an overseas U.S. consulate to receive your immigrant visa before you receive your green card…. Read More »
Are There Defenses Immigrants Can Use to Avoid Deportation After Being Accused of a Crime?
There are many reasons why immigrants are deported from the United States. One of these is when a person is convicted of committing certain crimes while they were in the country. Not all crimes qualify a person for deportation but when a person is charged with a deportable offense, it can have grave consequences… Read More »
Three Things to Know About Form I-485
Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, provides a legal pathway for you to become a lawful permanent resident of the United States. If you are already in the country on a non-immigrant visa and are considering permanent residency, Form I-485 is where the green card process starts. By filing this… Read More »
What is an I-601 Waiver?
If you are applying for a green card but have encountered problems that would typically prevent you from entering or remaining in the U.S., you may be able to apply for an I-601 waiver. Form I-601 covers many possible issues including certain criminal records, specific health conditions, unlawful presence, and previous visa violations. Approval… Read More »
Common Reasons for Green Card Denials
Applying for a green card is often the first step for immigrants who want to realize the American dream. Being denied a green card, however, can make you feel discouraged, hopeless, and as though that dream is further out of reach than ever. Below, our Atlanta immigration lawyer outlines some of the most common… Read More »