by evansfox | Dec 27, 2012
The most common question I hear as an immigration attorney is “How do I get my Green Card?” Unfortunately, there is no clear-cut answer. This question is one that requires an understanding of each individual’s personal and professional situation to present the options...
by evansfox | Jul 26, 2012
“Anchor babies” is a term that refers to children born in the U.S. with at least one parent who resides in the U.S. illegally. Federal laws grant citizenship to the child automatically and let the child sponsor his parents for citizenship, as long as the parent...
by evansfox | Jul 26, 2012
Marrying a U.S. citizen is not a guarantee of permanent residency or citizenship. Marriage does not automatically transfer to permission to enter and reside in the U.S. After marriage, the U.S. citizenship spouse must petition for residency on behalf of the alien, but...
by evansfox | Jul 26, 2012
Critics reasonably argue that aliens need to apply for permission to enter the U.S. and wait their turn for approval. This argument is good in theory, but it does not point to the limitations imposed on aliens and their dependents who are trying to relocate to the...
by evansfox | Jul 26, 2012
Anyone who has had to deal with the U.S. immigration system understands that it is practically incomprehensible and far from perfect. Because immigration is such a hot topic in social, political and religious debate, it is hard to determine the real issues and their...
