If you are facing an immigration law issue, such as those pertaining to deportation or removal, citizenship, or green cards or visas, then you know how stressful uncertainty can be. We definitely live in uncertain times right now, which may be contributing to any...
A Guide to stimulus payments and visas for expats in the USA – Bright Lights of America
Our Attorney Madia Aghaansari at Yemi Getachew Immigration Law Office was quoted in an article written by one of our former clients about the effects of COVID-19 on immigration. Click to read the full article.
The basics of bond hearings for people detained by ICE
People from all over the world have come to California to live for a period of time or indefinitely. In order to stay here legally people must have legal status such as a school or work visa, a green card or other legal grounds to be here. If people present themselves...
Can citizens of other countries come to the U.S. to get married?
Love knows no bounds. After all, it is not unusual for an American citizen living in California to fall in love with someone from another country. Once the couple is engaged, the fiancé living abroad may want to marry their soon-to-be spouse in the United States. To...
Seeking citizenship through naturalization
United States citizenship grants an individual certain rights and privileges and may be a desirable path for some who are currently living in the Bay Area. One option for seeking citizenship is through the naturalization process. This post provides some basic...
When can I seek asylum to remain in the United States?
Asylum seekers are commonly fleeing persecution in their home countries and are already in the United States. Such people may be granted asylum, which will allow them to legally remain in the country, but they need to be familiar with the process of applying for...
Bay Area could be part of immigrant deportation/removal crackdown
For immigrants in San Jose, San Francisco, Oakland and throughout Northern California, the dream of entering the United States to live and work is something they have long aspired to. Once that has been achieved, they will likely feel happiness and relief. However, in...
Eligibility requirements for green cards through family
People come to California for many different reasons. Many are here for a short time and return to their home countries to live permanently. However, many people also move here with the intention of creating a home and staying permanently. There are ways that people...