Do misdemeanors prevent immigrants from becoming a US citizen? And how likely will a misdemeanor cause a removal/deportation?

Yes, misdemeanors can cause ineligibility and a denial of US citizenship, including certain theft convictions. Also, a misdemeanor can result in...

How can my friend get a bail to either get out or go to ice detention center so that he can get help from immigration lawyer?

Your friend is in a very complicated, but not uncommon situation. He has "two" court appearances he will need to make -- court for his criminal...

Is there any difference between hiring an immigration attorney who does immigration cases only and someone who does everything

Almost no immigration case is really completely "straightforward." And would you hire a family general practitioner doctor to do your heart...

I am out of status, but working, do I have to file income tax?

If you are referring to your immigration status -- then yes, you should file your income taxes, even if out of status. In fact, doing so will help...

You can get married -- it will have no impact on your parents' ability to immigrate. But you do need to obtain expert advice (a California State...

What exactly does a immigration lawyer do when filing a I 601 waiver for his client?

I-601 waivers in the consular processing setting will not involve an interview. If you are applying for adjustment of status in the U.S. with...

No I-485 from outside the U.S. -- only I-130 if you are an LPR or US citizen. However, your husband will certainly need at least one waiver...

My husband and I were married for almost 4 years. We filed joint I-751 petition to remove conditions. We got separated and

USCIS practice in the past is to require a waiver be filed, not convert joint petition to waiver, even though it is on the same form. Yes, I have...

Dear Lawyers, I was a J-1 student under the Fulbright. After my program was over I went home, and applied for an F-1 visa.

Your question is somewhat confusing -- if you have never been a J-1 before, you are not subject to the 2 year home residency requirement, and so...

Filing for AOS package I - 130 And I - 485 . Purpose of I - 131 form ?

Yes, you can use it to travel for any legal reason. However, if you have accumulated unlawful presence in the U.S. prior to filing for AOS, then...