Good Moral Character: What You Need to Know
In the coming months, immigration authorities are placing more importance than ever on the concept of “Good Moral Character” for people who want to fix papers or apply for citizenship. But what does this really mean, and how can it affect your family and your future in the U.S.? What is Good Moral Character [...]
Myths and Facts about Deportation
There are many rumors circulating in the immigrant community about deportation. Some come from real experiences, others are misunderstandings, and many more are simply myths that generate unnecessary fear. Believing misinformation can lead you to make bad decisions or, even worse, to fail to act when you need it most. Today we are going to clear up the most common [...]
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 [...]
Now is the time to start your immigration process.
In these times, many families in the community live with a heavy heart. It's not just fear: it's exhaustion, uncertainty and the feeling that things are getting harder every day. We know what it's like to open the door and fear it might be ICE, or to watch the news and feel that the opportunities [...]
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 [...]
Minor Crimes, Major Consequences
There are mistakes that seem small, but can leave a shadow on your life for years. Missing a court date for a traffic ticket, arguing in public, or even forgetting to pay a fine may seem like harmless situations... until they become criminal records that ruin your employment, immigration, and social opportunities. [...]
Las Visas Humanitarias Aún Están Disponibles
En medio de tantas noticias desalentadoras sobre inmigración, hay una verdad que muchos desconocen: las visas humanitarias siguen disponibles y siguen cambiando vidas. Aunque el sistema migratorio puede parecer lento o complejo, aún existen caminos legales reales para quienes han sufrido abuso, explotación o abandono. Y lo mejor de todo: en muchos casos, es posible […]
What If I Have A Deportation Order Without Knowing It?
When it comes to deportation orders, many people prefer not to think about it. Some don't even know they have one. Others only find out when it's too late. But ignoring an immigration order does not make it go away. On the contrary, it could become a silent threat at any time. That's why today we want to explain how to [...]
TPS, Parole and Asylum: Can You Still Protect Yourself?
In the midst of so many changes in immigration laws, many people believe that there are no more options to stay legally in the United States. But that is not true. While some protections have changed, others are still active. Today, we explain what's happening with TPS, humanitarian parole and political asylum - three paths [...]
Lo que debes saber si tienes una interacción con la policía
Un encuentro con la policía puede ser confuso, intimidante o incluso peligroso si no sabes cómo actuar. En La Liga Defensora, hemos visto muchos casos donde una mala decisión en el momento cambia por completo el rumbo de una persona. Por eso, es fundamental entender cómo proteger tus derechos, incluso si no tienes papeles. No […]
