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Married to a US Citizen
What happens if I am married to a US Citizen? A question I receive often as an immigration lawyer from individuals is “what if I am married to a US Citizen?” The reason people ask this is that when a foreigner is married or marrying a US citizen they may be open to certain immigration … Continue reading “Married to a US Citizen”
Why you should have a small business lawyer
Why you should have a small business lawyer I decided to expand my practice to help Houston small businesses approximately two years into my career. The biggest reason was that I got to experience first hand the ups and downs of owning a small business. It is A LOT OF WORK. Owning a small business … Continue reading “Why you should have a small business lawyer”
Should I form an LLC?
Should I form an LLC? This article should be taken in a friendly tone yet my advice should be considered. With the entrepreneurial spirit flowing amongst everybody nowadays, the smart ones should be asking “should I form an LLC to protect myself and my business.”. The law allows for various forms of business entities to … Continue reading “Should I form an LLC?”
Deferred Adjudication in Texas: 5 Things To Know
Deferred Adjudication in Texas: 5 Things To Know Many people have misconceptions about deferred adjudication probation in Texas. The most common misconception is that the offense is erased from your record if you successfully complete the deferred probation period. This belief is incorrect. #1. No Automatic Expunction After Deferred Adjudication in Texas In Texas, deferred … Continue reading “Deferred Adjudication in Texas: 5 Things To Know”
Can a spouse drop domestic violence charges?
Can a spouse drop domestic violence charges? It is a familiar scene for a partner to seek help from the police in the heat of an argument, especially when they do not know how to calm a violent domestic situation. In most cases, the victim does not realize that the State will eventually file domestic … Continue reading “Can a spouse drop domestic violence charges?”
What is an Immigration Arrest and ICE Hold?
What is an Immigration Arrest and ICE Hold? Immigration has been in the news a lot recently with ICE deportations. What a lot of the population doesn’t understand is how the deportation process works and what is an immigrant’s rights when ICE makes an immigration arrest. What is an Immigration Arrest? Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) … Continue reading “What is an Immigration Arrest and ICE Hold?”
What is “chain migration”?
What is “chain migration”? A common topic or word that comes up in the news when discussing immigration is “chain migration”. However, a lot of people don’t actually understand what chain migration is or what it’s referring to and how it affects the United States. To understand chain migration first we have to understand the … Continue reading “What is “chain migration”?”
Obtaining a work permit or an Employment Authorization Document
Obtaining a work permit or an Employment Authorization Document One of the biggest questions I get asked by clients from other countries is how can they obtain a work permit aka employment authorization document (EAD). The EAD is an ID card from the US government granting permission for the individual to work in the USA. … Continue reading “Obtaining a work permit or an Employment Authorization Document”
What’s the difference between misdemeanor and felony in Texas?
What’s the difference between misdemeanor and felony in Texas? In Texas, the criminal justice system divides crimes you can commit into two categories misdemeanors and felonies. Each of them carries different consequences and can affect you differently. What is a misdemeanor? In Texas, a misdemeanor that maximum punishment could be up to one year in … Continue reading “What’s the difference between misdemeanor and felony in Texas?”
How long does it take to apply for citizenship?
How long does it take to apply for citizenship? The last step of the immigration process is US citizenship. Legal Permanent Residents aka Green Card holders are allowed to apply for citizenship after 3 or 5 years of being a resident. To apply for citizenship one has to file the N400 as well as all … Continue reading “How long does it take to apply for citizenship?”
