A three-judge panel of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has just been hearing oral arguments regarding the scope and applicability of President Trump’s ban on travel to the U.S. from six predominantly Muslim nations. In July, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that...
Resolving Immigration ProblemsIn An Honest & Responsible Manner
Immigration processing times have sped up in San Diego area
For immigrants and their families, it is an important time to be familiar with immigration laws and their enforcement. San Diego and Imperial County immigration courts have sped up processing of cases which has created concerns associated with possible deportations...
The process of obtaining permanent residency in the U.S.
There are different methods of obtaining permanent residency in the United States based on the circumstances. One method is through family immigration if a family member is a lawful or permanent resident of the United States. The other method is through an employer in...
Understanding the steps to becoming a citizen
There are several steps to applying to become a naturalized citizen in the United States. Because the process can have tremendous importance in an applicant's life, and can also be quite complex, it is helpful for those seeking citizenship status to be familiar with...
Deportation numbers down but more without criminal convictions
Many individuals with and without criminal histories may be concerned about the deportation and removal process. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in San Diego is on pace to deport fewer individuals this year than last year, however, most of those deported...
Sanctuary jurisdictions fight, try to comply with Trump orders
Sanctuary cities and counties in California and across the nation are struggling with confusion and disarray as they deal with anti-sanctuary measures undertaken by the Trump administration. There are approximately 200 sanctuary jurisdictions in the nation. They, and...
What is the impact of a criminal charge on immigration status?
Immigrants and their families may have a number of important questions related to the impact of a criminal charge, including a felony charge or otherwise, on their immigration status. Felony charges are considered the most serious criminal charges possible. In...
Couple detained by Border Patrol following traffic stop
Immigration law and the way that it is applied can be complex. A couple was recently stopped and detained in the San Diego area for immigration violations. The couple was initially stopped for a cracked windshield and the man and the woman were then turned over to...
The basics of a fiancée visa
United States citizens have the right to marry whomever they choose, regardless of which country the fiancée is from and may petition to have their fiancée brought back to the United States for the couple to marry and begin their lives in the U.S....
Helping a family member immigrate
Helping a family member obtain legal status in the United States and become a permanent resident of the United States can be important for many families. In most circumstances, the family member must be legally in the country to qualify but there may be some...
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