Do warrantless home visits by USCIS investigators of a married couple’s home violate the Fourth Amendment? Whoever believes the answer is “no,” theorizing that one or both of the married parties granted them “consent” to search the home, is mistaken because the consent was clearly coercive. Imagine this. Two government agents walk up to your door out of the blue. They knock on the door. You open the door and they tell you they are government agents who work for an immigration agency. They tell you they are there because you have a pending application for immigration benefits and they’d like to take a look around the home. You ask whether…

Individuals who are in the United States without proper documentation or who have violated the terms of their visas may face deportation proceedings. These proceedings can be initiated by the government if the individual is unable to prove their legal status or if they have committed an immigration violation. One element of this process that can be particularly challenging for individuals is the concept of in absentia orders of removal. This blog post provides a basic overview of what in absentia orders of removal are, why they matter, how to avoid them, and what to do if you or a family member receives an in absentia order.

United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) processes immigration applications for people seeking to enter the United States and those already residing in the country. USCIS often issues Requests for Evidence (RFEs) and Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs) to applicants when they need additional information or clarification on a specific issue in their respective immigration cases. In this blog post, we will explain what RFEs and NOIDs are, when they might be issued, their significance, and how to respond to them. Additionally, we will explore the potential consequences of failing to respond to these notices and how an experienced immigration attorney can help.

For many, moving to the United States is the ultimate dream. However, the immigration process can be complicated, confusing, and unfortunately, at times, slow. The process can be frustrating, and there may be moments where it feels like there is nothing that can be done to speed things up. But not all hope is lost. If an individual or family has been waiting a considerable amount of time for a decision on their immigration application, it may be time to consider a mandamus lawsuit.

The U.S. immigration process can be daunting, especially for those who are barred from entering due to unlawful presence, criminal convictions, and other immigration violations. Fortunately, certain waivers exist that can help overcome these barriers and reunite families. One such waiver is the I-601A, which allows certain eligible applicants to apply for an unlawful presence waiver before departing the United States for consular processing of their visa applications. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at I-601A waivers, including who qualifies for them, what the processing times and prerequisites are, and what the current filing fees are.

The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution is one of the most important pillars that ensures justice and protects citizens' rights in the United States. The amendment limits the power of law enforcement officials when it comes to individual rights, and it is essential to understand its provisions, especially if you have been arrested. The Fourth Amendment protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures, but it can be complicated to understand. This blog posts breaks down the basics of the Fourth Amendment and what it means for those who have been arrested.