Adjustment of Status (AOS) via employers and/or companies can be complicated for foreign nationals in the United States. In this article, the immigration attorneys at Lamb & Turner PLLC will explain the entire process, from start to finish. Keep reading to learn more. What Is Adjustment of Status via Employment? For foreign nationals working in the United States who already have an employment visa, employment-based adjustment of status is a pathway to remain in the country permanently and obtain their Green Card. If approved for adjustment of status by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigra ..read more

Deferred action can be a complicated process, even for eligible immigrants. Keep reading to learn more about deferred action and DACA status in the United States. Deferred Action: An Overview On June 15, 2012, the Secretary of Homeland Security stated that certain people who come to the United States as children and meet several criteria may request consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (or “DACA”) status for a period of two years, subject to renewal. In addition, they are also eligible for work authorization. Deferred action is a policy that uses prosecutorial discretion to ..read more

There are several routes to U.S. citizenship, depending on your background, situation, and legal standing. Let’s go over them and help you decide which is best for you, as well as how to get started. Why Become a U.S. Citizen? The citizenship process in America is called naturalization, and U.S. citizenship can be achieved in several ways. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is the federal government agency involved with immigration in the U.S. and has worked with many immigrants over the years during their journeys to become naturalized U.S. citizens. While many imm ..read more

Divorce is a complicated legal process in general. When you add in an immigrant spouse (regardless of status), you potentially add new complications. Let’s discuss some common scenarios where immigration and divorce overlap. Can You Divorce An Immigrant Spouse? Just like U.S. citizens, immigrants also have the right to divorce their spouses. However, it is important to know that divorce could potentially affect your ability to remain in the U.S. if you are not a citizen. Keep reading to find out how to divorce an immigrant spouse. Ramifications of Immigration and Divorce According to immigrati ..read more

Immigration laws in states can differ from federal immigration laws. Texas is a good example of this. So let’s cover what you need to know about federal immigration laws compared to state immigration laws. For a non-U.S. citizen seeking a pathway to entry to the United States, the structure of America’s constitutional system – namely the division of powers and responsibilities between the federal government, the states, and the various branches of each – can be confusing. As a general premise for understanding how immigration law works, federal and state governments can be thought of as the “h ..read more

Who needs a green card? What is the process for getting a green card? What green card laws do I need to know? We answer all of these questions related to getting a green card in the United States in this blog post. Who Needs a Green Card? The best way to answer the question of “who needs a Green Card in the United States” is to look at what a Green Card does. A Green Card is officially called a “Lawful Permanent Resident Card” or “Form I-551,” and was named long ago for its color. It grants the holder the unrestricted right to live and work in the U.S., along with other rights. Green Card hold ..read more

The United States Congress created Temporary Protected Status (TPS) within the Immigration Act of 1990. Since that time, TPS immigration law has been in effect, and TPS has been available for foreign nationals of specifically designated countries that are facing strife, such as ongoing armed conflict, environmental disaster, or other extraordinary conditions. As of May 2021, more than 300,000 protected temporary residents were in the United States under TPS, from twelve countries that have been designated for TPS and whose designations have not yet expired. Presently, nationals from Burma, El ..read more

What are refugees and asylum seekers? The words “refugee” and “asylum seeker,” though used in common conversation as one and the same, in fact, have important legal distinctions which are at the heart of international issues, including political persecution and poverty. These issues keep families figuratively and literally divided across borders, sometimes for years and sometimes forever. Realizing what leads individuals to seek asylum or become refugees from their home countries can be a helpful first step in understanding these issues, as well as knowing where you can give help or get help i ..read more

Each year, our asylum laws in the United States help refugees and people in need to no longer live in fear. However, asylum seekers are often required to navigate a complex and lengthy application process that can even involve various government agencies. In this article, we’ll answer all your questions regarding the asylum process in Texas. What Is Asylum? Asylum is the legal protection that foreigners may utilize to remain within the United States legally. Asylum can be granted to aliens who are afraid to return to their home country due to persecution based on race, nationality, religion, p ..read more