President-elect Biden has been clarifying his plans for immigration reform these last few weeks. He had previously promised to roll back many of President Trump’s policies and he has spoken recently on certain topics. We will likely have to wait for more specifics in certain areas as Mr. Biden establishes his own enforcement priorities. President-elect …
What are the eligibility requirements for a VAWA application? The Violence Against Women’s Act was passed by Congress in 1994. It allows certain battered non-citizens to self-petition for immigration relief. The applicants must be the spouse, child, or parent of an abusive U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (LPR). Divorced spouses may also apply if …
What is the U Visa? The U Visa is for victims of certain crimes who have experienced physical or mental abuse and are willing to assist in the investigation or prosecution of the criminal incident. Congress created the U nonimmigrant visa in October 2000. Its purpose is to encourage victims to come forward, aid in …
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When someone hears the term “domestic abuse” their mind often conjures an image of a spouse being subjected to physical violence. However, domestic violence extends far beyond acts of bodily harm. It is possible for someone to be the victim of domestic violence through persistent verbal abuse and being subjected to “coercive control.” What is …
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On December 7, 2020, a federal District Court ordered full reinstatement of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has resumed accepting both initial and renewal requests. (www.dhs.gov) In compliance with this order, USCIS is: Accepting first-time requests for consideration of deferred action based on the terms of the …
If you are in the midst of a significant dispute with members of your family, such as a contentious divorce or custody battle, there is the possibility that you may be feeling frustrated, lonely and anxious about the future. These feelings are perfectly understandable. Most people view family as a bedrock and foundation upon which …
Family Law Issues? You Don’t Have to Go Through It Alone Read More »
Not all family disputes have to be resolved in court. Depending on your unique circumstances, it may be possible to achieve a resolution to your family dispute outside of the courtroom. Avenues for pursuing a family dispute resolution without escalating the matter to litigation include mediation, arbitration, and collaboration. Let’s take a look at each. …
Now that it is clear who our next president will be, we can look ahead and contemplate what President-elect Biden will put forth with regard to immigration policy. As seen in his “Plan for Securing our Values as a Nation of Immigrants”, Joe Biden has promised to work with Congress to pass an amnesty for undocumented immigrants. Andrew Arthur …
The holidays are a cherished time of year since they afford the opportunity to enjoy time with family. However, if you are a divorced parent raising a child through a custody agreement, the holidays could be fraught with tension, resentment and anger regarding which parent gets to spend a specific amount of time, or …
Child Custody and Visitation During the Holidays – Important Info You Need to Know Read More »
Establishing child custody and visitation rights in California are some of the most emotionally-charged and contentious issues when divorcing your spouse or separating from your partner. It is important to have an experienced and knowledgeable family attorney on your side to help ensure your visitation rights are established and protected during the proceedings. Legal Standard …
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