Category Archives: Family Immigration
Benefits of Naturalization
Lawful permanent residents (LPRs) in the United States often have the opportunity to become a citizen after they have had their green card for a certain period of time and they meet other eligibility requirements. Not all green card holders apply for citizenship, though. Instead, they choose to keep their LPR status indefinitely, or… Read More »
Five Tips When Preparing for Your Immigration Interview
Interviews are an important part of the United States immigration system. These interviews are usually required for most green card and naturalization applications, as well as for many non-immigrant visas. Immigration interviews can be very intimidating, and preparing for one can seem overwhelming. After all, there is a lot on the line and the… Read More »
Three Important Things to Know About K-3 Spousal Visas
There are many different types of visas that can help family members in foreign countries reunite with their loved ones in the United States. A family preference visa can help immediate relatives of lawful permanent residents to enter the country. Citizens and lawful permanent residents in the U.S. who are engaged to someone in… Read More »
Are Permanent Residents Allowed to Travel?
Lawful permanent residents (LPRs), commonly referred to as green card holders, are often worried about their rights with changing immigration laws and presidential administrations. Regardless of who is in office, though, one thing always remains true. People who are not American citizens can be denied into the United States, including visa and green card… Read More »
Increase in Number of Individuals in Hamilton County, TN Arrested and Transferred to ICE
Since the start of 2025, Hamilton County, TN, has seen a significant increase in the number of undocumented individuals who have been arrested by local authorities and turned over to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The majority of the individuals who were arrested are from Guatemala, Mexico, and Honduras. The rise in arrests… Read More »
What is the 287(g) Program and How Does it Affect the State of Georgia?
The Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 added Section 287(g) to the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), providing the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) the right to partner with state and local law enforcement and deputize them so they can essentially act in a capacity similar to ICE. Through a… Read More »
6 Reasons Why It Is Taking So Long to Process Your Immigration Case
Taking the steps to start the process of immigrating to the United States may feel exhilarating. You can’t wait for everything to begin and to eventually have your unique immigration goals met. However, you know that the process can be challenging and even lengthy. Although, if you feel like your situation is taking longer… Read More »
3 Rights Non-Citizens Do Not Have When They Go to Immigration Court in the United States
When citizens of the United States violate the law, they are taken to criminal court, which is part of the U.S. judicial branch. Non-citizens who violate immigration law will go to immigration court, which is a civil venue. Immigration court is under the purview of the executive branch’s Department of Justice. When a U.S…. Read More »
What Are “Sanctuary States” and Which States Have “Sanctuary Status”?
In the United States, several states, counties, and cities have adopted what are known as “sanctuary policies.” Such policies vary and take many forms, but they are generally written and enacted to promote more trust and cooperation between immigrants (regardless of immigration status) and law enforcement. Some areas of the country promote and enact… Read More »
President Trump Formally Designates English as the Official Language of the United States
On March 1, 2025, President Donald Trump ordered English to be the national language of the United States. As a result, the mandate that Bill Clinton required during his time as President for government organizations that receive federal funding to provide language resources and assistance to non-English speakers has been rescinded. Under the provisions… Read More »