U visas and T visas are important immigration benefits created by Congress in 2000 to protect survivors of serious crimes, including human trafficking. Both provide safety, work authorization, and a…
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U.S. courts have grappled with the relationship between asylum law and domestic violence for decades. This is in part because undocumented immigrants are among the most vulnerable members of our...
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Contact us for a consultation Immigration status can be life-changing, so even brief delays can be painful. Unfortunately, lengthy processing times and status uncertainty have become increasingly common, largely due...
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One area in which immigration law is often misunderstood is the difficulty in obtaining lawful immigration status when one is already inside the United States, but without lawful status. For...
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The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program has been a lifeline for many young immigrants in Louisiana and across the United States, offering a temporary reprieve from deportation and...
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When I first came to Louisiana in 2007 to work with Catholic Charities in my first job as an immigration lawyer, I participated in regular meetings with the New Orleans...
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Recent news regarding changes in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) guidance has understandably caused concern among our clients and the immigrant community. We want to address these concerns directly, particularly...
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Contact us for a consultation Regardless of immigration status, it’s important for all individuals residing in the U.S. to comply with their tax obligations. Not only is it required by...
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Removals, also known as deportations, are one of the most serious consequences that people can face in the U.S. immigration system. Deportation (or removal) can mean being separated from your...
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