San Jose Immigration Law Blog

Immigrants in California come from a variety of backgrounds and different countries. Every immigrant has a story as to why they want to be a citizen of the U.S. Since its beginning, the U.S. has welcomed immigrants, but a recent change in charges to get citizenship is...

A green card is an identification card that shows that the cardholder is a permanent resident of the United States. Unlike a nonimmigrant visa, a green card signifies that the cardholder can remain in the United States permanently. Because of the significance of a...

Young immigrants across the country are rejoicing this week. These “Dreamers’” dreams are closer to coming true due to the recent ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court. This ruling has countered President Trump’s goal of ending the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals...

Far too many immigrant men and women live in abusive relationships or experience marital problems. While this can certainly be emotionally and physically dangerous, it can also prove problematic for their immigration status. This is especially true when an abusive...

Citizenship is an important, but sometimes complicated, process. Those who are seeking it should be familiar with the requirements for citizenship and understand how they can navigate the process as smoothly as possible. To apply for citizenship, an applicant must:...

The current health crisis has thrown much of the country onto unsteady financial footing. For millions of Americans, it has cost them their jobs and their financial health, threatening to take away everything they have worked hard for. While state and federal...

Our nation has banded together during these uncertain times. Many parts of our lives have taken a back seat to make sure we all stay safe, and this includes immigration cases for those in California who are not in detention. For example, asylum interviews and...

One of the most severe consequences of criminal convictions is deportation. People in California can face serious consequences if they are convicted of certain crimes. There are many different penalties, depending on the crime and a number of other factors. These...

Here’s What We Know On April 22, 2020, President Trump issued a proclamation suspending the entry of any individual seeking to enter the United States as an immigrant who: Is outside the United States on the effective date of the proclamation; Does not have a valid...