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The U visa allows certain crime victims to obtain a visa when they help in the investigation or prosecution of...
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The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) allows abused spouses, children, or parents to self-petition for legal status in the U.S....
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Foreign nationals in the United States need government authorization to work, making the work permit a crucial document. Employers are...
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An Employment Authorization Document (EAD), commonly referred to as a work permit, allows foreign nationals to work in the United...
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Deportation can shatter lives, tearing families apart and disrupting livelihoods. For those facing this daunting reality, knowing the consequences and...
READ MOREWhat are My Rights During Deportation Proceedings? (and How Can an Attorney Help Me Assert Them?)
Deportation is a stressful, intimidating process. At the same time, any person facing deportation has important legal rights. As explained...
READ MORECan I Apply for U.S. Citizenship if I have a Criminal Record?
Navigating the path to U.S. citizenship with a criminal record can be complex, but it’s not impossible. Our Portland citizenship...
READ MOREHow Do I Know if I am Eligible to Apply for U.S. Citizenship?
Are you considering applying for American citizenship? There are certain requirements that you must satisfy in order to be eligible....
READ MOREWhat is the Process for Becoming a U.S. Citizen?
The Center for Immigrant Advancement (CIMA) explains that qualifying immigrants can file for U.S. citizenship through naturalization. What is the...
READ MOREHow Do I Apply for DACA?
United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) explains that Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) is “an exercise of prosecutorial...
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