Category: Immigration Law

If immigration officers reach out to you, whether they knock on your door, stop you on the street, or approach you at work, the experience can feel intimidating. In that moment, it’s important to know that you still have rights under the law. By understanding those rights and preparing ahead of time,...

Facing the possibility of deportation is frightening. Many people worry about being separated from loved ones, losing their homes, or being forced to return to unsafe conditions. The good news is that non-citizens in the United States have rights, and understanding those rights is the first step toward protecting yourself. 

Immigration enforcement is stressful, and few moments are more frightening than being stopped or arrested by an officer. For many immigrants, questions immediately come to mind: Do I have rights? What limits are placed on law enforcement? The truth is that the U.S. Constitution protects all people inside the country—citizens and non-citizens...

Deep in the Everglades, at an abandoned airfield cut off from cities and surrounded by swampland, Florida built one of the most controversial immigration detention sites in the country. Nicknamed “Alligator Alcatraz,” the facility at the Dade-Collier Training and Transition Airport is notorious for its remote location and prison-like conditions.

If you’ve been arrested or convicted in Florida and are also dealing with immigration concerns, you may wonder if clearing your record can improve your situation. While sealing or expunging your criminal history might help with jobs or housing, immigration law is different. Certain types of record clearance can help in some...

If you’re applying for a green card in the United States, you’ll likely need to complete a medical exam as part of the process. The exam helps ensure that you don’t have any health conditions that could pose a risk to public health. While it may sound intimidating, the process is manageable...

Changes in immigration status often come with uncertainty, but when children are involved, the stakes feel even higher. If you’re going through an immigration transition and already have a custody order in place, it’s important to know how your legal status may affect parenting time and decision-making authority. Florida family courts do...

Applying for a green card through a family member is a significant step toward building a life in the United States. But if you or your loved one has a criminal record, the process can become more complicated. Certain convictions can trigger inadmissibility, meaning the government may deny the petition or visa....

Becoming a U.S. citizen is a dream for many immigrants, but the process can feel long and complicated. If you have a green card and are willing to serve in the U.S. military, you may be able to become a citizen much faster. Military service can open a quicker path to citizenship,...