Trevino Immigration Law

Adjust your status. Bring your family closer together. Call us today

210-544-5105

Se habla español

Search

San Antonio Immigration Law Blog

US citizenship: Is this your ultimate goal?

On behalf of Trevino Immigration Law on Thursday, January 16, 2020.

Arriving in Texas from another country of origin might have been exciting, yet stressful for you as well. You hopefully had already built a strong support network to provide guidance and support as you adapted to life in the United States. If you're one of tens of thousands of people in this state and across the country who need help to become naturalized citizens, you no doubt have already begun to study as part of the process.

There are many requirements you must satisfy before applying for U.S. citizenship. You'll also have to take several tests, which, of course, is why you need to study. Such tests will include information on various topics, including English and U.S. history. The more you learn about obtaining a green card and other issues you might encounter on your path to citizenship, the less likely it is that a legal obstacle will arise. 

Lawsuit labels U.S. immigration courts as deportation machines

On behalf of Trevino Immigration Law posted in US Immigration Law on Monday, December 30, 2019.

A lawsuit claims that the Trump administration has upended the tradition of judicial independence in the U.S. immigration system.

The suit, filed by the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) and Innovation Law Lab, targets President Trump and Attorney General William Barr, who the groups say exerts undue influence over immigration judges.

Report: White House sought to embed ICE agents at HHS

On behalf of Trevino Immigration Law posted in US Immigration Law on Tuesday, December 24, 2019.

The Washington Post reports senior White House officials tried to plant Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) targeting parents and relatives of migrant children for deportation.

The newspaper says HHS, which oversees the care of unaccompanied migrant children, rejected the offer but still agreed to let ICE agents collect fingerprints and other biometric data from adults who attempt to claim migrant children from government shelters.

ICE officers in Texas arrested more than 40,000 people in 2019

On behalf of Trevino Immigration Law posted in US Immigration Law on Wednesday, December 18, 2019.

Arrests by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) dropped by 5% during fiscal year 2019 in Texas, New Mexico and Oklahoma. However, compared to the last year of the Obama administration, arrests in Texas are up 30%.

Overall, ICE arrests in the U.S. were down 10% from 2018 while the Houston and Gulf Coast region saw that number dip by 19%. ICE Acting Director Matthew Albence says the decrease is the result of redirecting resources to the U.S.-Mexico border.

Defining marriage under immigration law

On behalf of Trevino Immigration Law on Monday, December 16, 2019.

If bringing your spouse to the United States is a goal for you, you may already be working with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to obtain a green card for him or her. This must mean that you also have lawful permanent residence status or that you are a U.S. citizen, through either birth or naturalization. However, since family visas are among the most commonly abused by those who commit fraud to obtain residency in the U.S., they are also among the most carefully scrutinized by immigration officials.

Because of this, you will want to ensure that you have every possible advantage when beginning the process of seeking a visa for your spouse. However, before you even begin gathering the documentation you need, the first thing you must do is to determine whether your marriage is valid under the U.S. immigration laws.

New policy may slow ebbing H1-B successes to a trickle

On behalf of Trevino Immigration Law posted in Employment Immigration on Friday, December 13, 2019.

You want the best workers for your company, and sometimes that means looking outside the country. H-1B visas might be the way to get the specialized employees you need to get the job done. But dwindling acceptance rates could make it harder to keep the flow of talent going.

The denial rates for H-1B visas have grown significantly in recent years, and major incoming changes could push things further in that direction. Successfully petitioning the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for the visa is getting more difficult, so getting the help you need could rest on knowing how to navigate the process.

Are there benefits to filing Form I-130 online?

On behalf of Trevino Immigration Law posted in Family Immigration on Tuesday, December 10, 2019.

Applying for a visa or green card requires a lot of documents, and for a long time, applicants had to send those papers through the mail. That is starting to change. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has slowly been adding options for people to file certain immigration petitions online.

Most recently this includes Form I-130, known as the Petition for Alien Relative. Form I-130 is essentially a first step for U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents to sponsor their loved ones to get a green card. As of November 2019, you can file Form I-130 online through USCIS. But does this actually make the process faster? Or easier?

Dreamers wait while SCOTUS decides their fate

On behalf of Trevino Immigration Law posted in Family Immigration on Tuesday, November 19, 2019.

Last week, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments over the legality of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. The program, which has been in place since 2012, protects “Dreamers” – some 800,000 young immigrants whose parents brought them to the U.S. illegally as children. It has been under fire since President Trump took office.

The president attempted to rescind the program in 2017 – an effort which has been shot down in lower courts. Now, the issue has finally made its way to the U.S. Supreme Court, where the decision on the issue will become final. With a politically divided panel of justices, the outcome of this case is in no way certain.

Pending SCOTUS decision: what’s on the line with DACA?

On behalf of Trevino Immigration Law posted in US Immigration Law on Friday, November 15, 2019.

The U.S. Supreme Court is currently deliberating over whether to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, following oral arguments this past Tuesday. The decision puts the fate of some 800,000 young people on the line.

With all of the mixed messaging in the media surrounding immigration, it seems like an opportune time to review the facts about what DACA is – and what it means.

Are you fully prepared to attend an immigration interview?

On behalf of Trevino Immigration Law on Wednesday, November 13, 2019.

Taking steps to obtain U.S. government permission to live and work in Texas or elsewhere across the country can be an exciting, yet stressful experience. Perhaps, you have family members who have already successfully navigated the process. Then again, maybe you are the "pioneer" in your family, the first to emigrate from another country of origin. One of the most important things you may have to do is attend an immigration interview.

During such interviews, U.S. immigration law officials ask many questions. The things you say, what you do and even your personal appearance that day may affect your ability to stay in the United States. It's a good idea to stay closely connected to a strong support network, so you can rely on people who are skilled and experienced, especially if a legal problem arises.

Get Your Case Evaluated Free

Bold labels are required.

Contact Information
disclaimer.

The use of the Internet or this form for communication with the firm or any individual member of the firm does not establish an attorney-client relationship. Confidential or time-sensitive information should not be sent through this form.

close

Privacy Policy

We only handle immigration cases, offering you experienced legal guidance in Spanish and English.

Trevino Immigration Law | 9601 McAllister Freeway | Suite 314 | San Antonio, TX 78216 | Toll Free: 877-464-5593 | Phone: 210-544-5105 | Fax: 210-568-4649 | Map & Directions

map image
VISA - MasterCard- Discover Network - PayPal
Review Us
RSS 2015 Member | American Immigration Lawyers Association | 2015 AILA. This logo signifies membership status in the Association for the year noted and is not an official endorsement of an individual attorney.