Monthly Archives: February 2026
How Does Adjustment of Status Work as a Defense Against Deportation?
Are you or a loved one facing removal from the United States? As stressful and frustrating as it can be, it is important to remember that you still have options available. You can raise a defense against deportation if you act in a timely manner. An adjustment of status is one potential defense option…. Read More »
How Does Family Preference Immigration Work?
According to data from the National Immigration Forum, family immigration makes up approximately two-thirds of overall U.S. immigration. Family preference immigration is a specific category for non-immediate family members. Here, our Alexandria family-based immigration attorney provides a comprehensive guide of how the family preference immigration process operates. The Big Distinction: Immediate Relatives vs. Family… Read More »
A U Visa is “Discretionary”: Here is What that Means for You
United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) explains that the U visa is “for victims of certain crimes who have suffered mental or physical abuse and are helpful to law enforcement or government officials in the investigation or prosecution of criminal activity.” Notably, U visas are discretionary visas. That means that it is technically… Read More »
Does a Green Card Provide Guaranteed American Citizenship?
A green card allows for lawful permanent resident status in the United States. While a green card does not guarantee American citizenship, it does provide a path to applying for permanent U.S. citizenship through naturalization. Here, our Virginia green card attorney explains the key things that you should know about green cards and United… Read More »
Three Things to Know About Applying for a Spousal Visa
Marriage is one of the most straightforward ways to immigrate to the United States. Indeed, there were approximately 20,000 spousal visas issued in 2023 alone (U.S. Department of State). With that being said, a green card through marriage can still be challenging to obtain. At Escobar Law Offices, we are here to help people… Read More »
Who Applies for an Employment Visa: Employer or Employee?
Many people come to America for workplace opportunities. As explained by United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), “a common way to work temporarily in the United States as a nonimmigrant is for a prospective employer to file a petition with USCIS on your behalf.” In other words, an employer applies for this type… Read More »
Applying for a Spousal Green Card? You Need to Prove Your Marriage is Legitimate
A spousal visa is one of the most straightforward paths to immigrate to the United States. Still, there are a number of different legal requirements that need to be satisfied to qualify for this type of visa. (USCIS). Most notably, you will need to prove that you and your spouse are in a legitimate… Read More »
Your Guide to L-1A Visas
As explained by United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), an L-1A visa is a type of employment visa that is designed specifically for intracompany transfers within multinational corporations. Through an L-1A visa, a qualified employee may be brought from a foreign office to work at an American-based location. At Escobar Law Offices, we… Read More »
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