Myths about USCIS Interviews
There are many rumors circulating in the community about immigration interviews. They say everything: that your citizen partner “saves you,” that a mistake has already ruined your case, or that USCIS never checks your social networks. The problem is that these myths generate fear or, on the contrary, a false security that can [...]
Clearing Your Criminal Record Can Save Your Immigration Case
Having a criminal record does not automatically mean that your future in the United States is lost... but it can complicate your immigration proceedings if you do not take action in time. At La Firma Unida | La Liga Defensora, we have seen how a simple mistake in the past can jeopardize residency, citizenship, or even [...]
Permanent Resident? Now is the time to become a citizen
Having permanent residency in the United States is a great achievement. It represents years of effort, stability and the possibility of building a life without fear. But in times like these - of political uncertainty, changing laws and constant immigration surveillance - being a resident may not be enough. Many believe that with the Green Card everything is already [...]
Elimination of Birthright Citizenship? No! There are still options!
Recently, the Supreme Court issued a very important decision in Trump v. CASA, Inc. that could affect birthright citizenship in the U.S. But the bottom line is this: the 14th Amendment still protects those who are born here, and no state can change that. But the bottom line is this: the 14th Amendment still protects those born here, and no state can change that. What did the Supreme Court say? The Court did not review [...]
Ciudadanía y Historial Criminal: Lo Que Debes Saber Antes de Solicitarla
Obtener la ciudadanía estadounidense es un sueño para millones de inmigrantes. Pero cuando existe un historial criminal, ese sueño puede volverse mucho más complicado. La buena noticia es que un pasado legal difícil no significa necesariamente que el camino a la ciudadanía esté cerrado. Sin embargo, es fundamental conocer cómo evalúa el gobierno tu caso […]
Entrevistas con USCIS: Qué hacer y Qué NO Hacer
La entrevista migratoria es uno de los momentos más decisivos en cualquier proceso ante USCIS. Ya sea para obtener asilo, residencia o ciudadanía, presentarte ante un oficial puede definir tu vida en Estados Unidos. Pero muchas personas llegan mal preparadas, pensando que basta con decir “la verdad.” La realidad es que necesitas mucho más: preparación, […]
