Jan Bejar is speaking at the 2019 AILA Fall CLE Conference: AILA/Justice Campaign Removal Skills on September 13th in Park City, Utah.
Release from immigration detention often requires a bond
Immigration detention is a serious matter that must be treated swiftly and with some measure of skill. When a person is being held on an immigration detainer, you need to find out what you can do about it. One of the top priorities will be getting the person out of...
Prepare for citizenship exams by studying often
When you want to become a citizen of the United States, you will have to take tests. These ensure that you meet the requirements for the citizenship. One of the exams checks your ability to speak, read and write in English. The other has to do with civics, government...
What should I know during an immigration raid?
People who have come into the United States have a new fear – Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids. Some people call this enforcement of the law, but people who know the country's laws know that these immigration raids can come with some serious questions....
Arrests can trigger immigration actions for some individuals
One fear of people who are in the United States without proper documentation is being arrested. There is a possibility that an arrest can trigger deportation in some cases. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) uses the Secure Communities program to find inmates...
Family-based immigration sometimes has numerical limitations
Families often want to be close enough to visit each other frequently. This can be rather complex if you have a family that don't live in this country. The family immigration program might be beneficial for you to bring your loved ones here. The reasons for this vary...