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Immigration is frequently changing. Here at Nanthaveth and Associates, we like to keep you updated with the latest news in local and national immigration, tell you about changes within our firm, and share helpful information pertaining to your immigration needs.
Legal Representation in Immigration Court: Barriers and Benefits Each year, hundreds of thousands must navigate the complicated immigration processes of the United States (US). Without a doubt, immigration attorneys provide a necessary and priceless service to those facing the trials of immigration court. Yet, many do not have access to a lawyer because of lack…
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News Brief: Military Deployed to Southern US Border as Migrant Caravan Approaches November 1, 2018 Last week, Nanthaveth & Associates published a news brief discussing the caravan of migrants approaching the United States. Consisting of mostly Central Americans from Honduras, Guatemala, and El Salvador, the caravan continues to make headlines into this week. While the caravan…
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News Brief: Migrant Caravan Approaches United States Border October 24, 2018 Over the last week, major news outlets across the United States (US) have focused on a new immigration crisis facing the nation. A caravan containing upwards of 7,000 migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers travels towards the southern US border. With midterm elections looming, it…
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Sanctuary Cities: Facts, History, and Texas Senate Bill 4 (SB4) The topic of immigration, regardless of legality, is one of the most controversial and complicated issues in American politics today. Terms like deportation, undocumented immigrant, and sanctuary city are often debated via public forums throughout the country. You may find yourself wondering what it means…
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If you’re like most people who want to immigrate to the United States, whether or not you’re already living here, you want to know how to become a U.S. citizen. There are four basic ways a person can become a U.S. citizen: By birth Through naturalization Through derivation Through acquisition How to Become a U.S.…
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If you’re like many people, you know that the Department of Immigration and Naturalization Services ceased to exist in 2003 – but its functions were transferred to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and the U.S. Customs and Border Patrol – all of which track data on illegal immigration. However, tens…
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If you’re like most people, you know that some people are eligible for a fiancé visa – but how do you get one, how long will it take, and should you work with an Austin immigration attorney throughout the process? This guide answers your questions about the K-1 fiancé visa, including: What is a fiancé…
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The United States Department of State issues visas to allow foreign nationals to enter the country for specific reasons and for defined periods of time. The individual’s purpose for coming to the U. S. establishes the category of visa required. Merely requesting a visa to enter the United States does not ensure permission will be granted.…
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Political attitudes involving immigration and residency seem to be changing. Last year, for example, the Texas legislature enacted SB-4 in an aggressive attempt to identify, locate, and remove individuals whom they feel are not in the United States legally. As a result, individuals faced with immigration court cases in Texas must adopt a far more strategic defense…
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Once you submit an Application for Citizenship with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) to become a naturalized citizen, awaiting the next steps to complete your immigration case status can make anyone feel anxious. This anxiety is also common for those applying for Permanent Residency, Visas, Application for Asylum, Adjustment of Status, and other situations.…
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