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Deportation Defense: Myths and Misconceptions About Voluntary Departure
Facing deportation? It is normal to feel stressed out, even overwhelmed. Voluntary departure is one potential option to address the issue. However, voluntary departure cases can be confusing. It is a big step that carries very big consequences. You need to fully understand your options. At Escobar Law Offices, we have the immigration law… Read More »
Three Big Steps to Apply for a U Visa
If you were the victim of a serious crime in the United States, you may have a path to a U visa if you cooperate with law enforcement. A U visa is a specialized immigration option that is designed for the victims of crimes (and their immediate family members, such as their children) who… Read More »
How Long Does it Actually Take to Get a Green Card?
Are you applying for a green card? You may have questions about how long you can expect the process to take. The short answer is “it depends.” You may be able to get a green card in as little as six to nine months. However, it could also take multiple years. Here, our Annandale… Read More »
Common Challenges that Can Arise in Family Immigration Cases
Family is important. The American Immigration Council (AIC) reports that nearly 70 percent of all immigration to the United States is a form of family immigration. With that being said, family immigration can be challenging. Many complicated issues can arise during the application process. Here, our Northern Virginia family immigration attorney highlights some of… Read More »
What are the Options for Transition from an Employment Visa to a Permanent Residency?
An employment visa is a generally non-immigrant visa. In other words, it does not provide an automatic path to a green card (lawful permanent resident status). With that being said, there may be options available for you to transition from an employment visa over to a green card. Here, our Virginia employment immigration lawyer… Read More »
Can I Apply for Asylum as a Defense Against Deportation in Virginia?
United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) explains that asylum is a specialized form of immigration protection to people who are entering (or in) the country and who have a credible fear of persecution. Asylum can sometimes be raised as a defense against deportation. Within this article, our Annandale deportation defense attorney explains the… Read More »
Family Immigration: What Does it Mean to Be Able to Support a Spouse Financially?
Are you applying to bring your finances or your spouse to the United States? If so, there are a number of different requirements that will need to be satisfied to qualify for a K-1 visa or a spousal visa. One of the big ones is financial eligibility. Here, our Virginia family immigration lawyer explains… Read More »
An Overview of the Different Types of Family Immigration Options
The majority of American immigration is family immigration (National Immigration Forum). Notably, family immigration is not truly one category. There are a number of different family immigration options. Within this article, our Annandale family immigration lawyer provides an overview of the different types of family immigration options. Immediate Relative Immigrant Visas As a starting… Read More »
Can I Travel Internationally if I Have a Green Card?
Are you a green card holder? If so, you may have questions about your right to travel to another country. The key thing to know is that you do not have the right to travel abroad, but there can be some additional considerations that need to be kept in mind. Here, our Virginia green… Read More »
Employment Visas: Your Guide to R-1 Visas (Religious Workers)
As explained by United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), an R-1 visa is a specialized type of employment visa that is designed specifically for qualifying religious workers. Here, our Northern Virginia employment immigration attorney provides an overview of the key things that you need to know about R-1 visas. Who Qualifies for an… Read More »
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