Permanent Residents Should Become Citizens NOW!
Permanent Residents should apply to become citizens as soon as they are able in order to avoid problems with Trump executive orders.
What is the Obama administration’s deferred action program?
On June 15, 2011, the Obama administration announced that is would stop deporting certain undocumented immigrants, specifically undocumented immigrants who entered the US when they were children and have been…
Do we need an attorney for our adjustment of status case?
Adjustment of status cases can appear simple, after all it's just a matter of filling in some forms, right? Not always. Adjustment of status cases based upon family relationships -…
Now That You Have Work Authorization
When USCIS approves your work authorization, you may receive a Social Security number from your local Social Security office. You should get a Social Security number immediately, even if you…
Information for Clients
First, thank you again for placing your trust in me. I will do everything in my power to get you the result you desire. I will do my best to…
Preparing for your Marriage Adjustment Interview
In marriage adjustment cases, the final step before Permanent Resident status is granted is an interview of the applicant and beneficiary, conducted by USCIS staff at the closest USCIS District…
The Non-Citizen’s Immigration Primer
Basic information you need to know to help achieve and maintain legal status in the United States. A must read for every non-citizen.
Bringing a spouse or fiance to the US
An American citizen or permanent resident may petition to bring family members into the United States, including fiancés or spouses. Fiancés United States immigration law permits citizens and permanent residents…
Citizenship
A person may become a U.S. citizen in one of two ways, either by birth or through naturalization. There are several circumstances in which a person is…
Adjustment of Status through Marriage
An alien who entered the United States “with inspection” may, under some circumstances, adjust his or her status and become a Permanent Resident of the United States without leaving and…
Immigration Basics
Immigration is a hot topic these days, and the law regarding immigration is very complex. Knowing some of the basic concepts can make it easier to follow the debate. Citizens.…
Beware of Notarios
If you think your “notario” is a lawyer, you are probably wrong – and that can make a big difference in your legal case. There is a lot of confusion…
Divorce and Immigration
Immigrants who receive permanent resident status based upon their marriage to a United States citizen actually receive conditional permanent resident status. Their permanent residents is condition upon their marriage to…
Immigration Law
I believe that I was the first immigration lawyer to practice in Northeastern Pennsylvania, and it has been my honor to help local immigrant communities for the last eight years.…
Choosing a Lawyer
Call or e-mail for a copy of my handbook "The Consumer's Guide to Choosing a Lawyer." There are many lawyers out there, and choosing the right one can be very…