Immigration Assistance

Family Based Immigration Petitions

Family based immigration is becoming a U.S. permanent resident through certain family relations. A U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident may file an immigration petition with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for certain relatives.

Adjustment of Status:

A U.S. citizen's immediate relative who was admitted to the U.S. with inspection may stay in the U.S. to adjust status even if he/she is currently out of status.

Provisional Waivers I601a:

A U.S. citizen's or permanent resident's immediate relative who was NOT admitted to the U.S. with inspection may request a Waiver of Unlawful Presence while remaining in the U.S. You will know USCIS's decision on this issue BEFORE leaving the U.S. for consular processing.

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) (Dreamers)

DACA renewals for those who have previously been granted deferred action for childhood arrivals.

RENEWALS of DACA: Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals: Response to January 2018 Preliminary Injunction

USCIS Will adjudicate properly filed DACA renewal requests and associated applications for Employment Authorization Documents from current beneficiaries.
USCIS LINK: www.uscis.gov/humanitarian/deferred-action-childhood-arrivals-response-january-2018-preliminary-injunction

U Visa/VAWA

Victims of Domestic Violence or other violent crimes may be eligible for a U Visa.
Under VAWA, spouses and children of abusive U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents may obtain lawful permanent residence without the assistance of the abusive spouse or parent.

Naturalization/Becoming a U.S. Citizen

You may apply for Naturalization if you have resided in the U.S. for 5 years continuously as a Lawful Permanent Resident (3 years if married to a U.S. Citizen). You must be able to establish that you have Good Moral Character. You must demonstrate an understanding of the English language, as well as knowledge and understanding of basic U.S. history and government, unless you meet certain specific exceptions

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About us

Gina Zaragoza is a sole practitioner licensed to practice law in California state and federal courts.

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