If you’re looking to obtain permanent residence in the United States, you may think it’s more or less an administrative matter between yourself and United Citizenship and Immigration Services. You may think of it like applying for a permit for anything else, whether it concerns owning a firearm or putting an addition on your home. Won’t hiring a lawyer only…

Some say the privilege of being able to call yourself a United States citizen may be more difficult to attain than it has ever been before. As the issue of immigration remains at the forefront of the American conscience, it’s compelling many who are not familiar with the process (and don’t have to be) to consider exactly what it takes…

While domestic violence is a prevalent issue in the United States that many women are currently dealing with, immigrant women are especially vulnerable to abuse at the hand of their spouse. Language barriers, lack of financial resources and isolation from family and friends are factors that prevent immigrant women from leaving an abusive relationship. However, the majority, according to a…

You have traveled the path to US citizenship for years. You have maintained all the valid documents, studied English and now have a deep understanding of the history and civics of this great country. You are ready and willing to swear the oath to the Constitution and make the United States your permanent home. Unfortunately, you are afraid your past…

The expansion of the Deferred Action for Parental Accountability (DAPA) measure to provide parents of children with temporary relief from deportation is on hold, pending a court decision. Similarly, expansion to the country’s Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) is up in the air. However, the current DACA program is still accepting applications. DACA is for people who came to…