When a person emigrates from another country to live and work in Florida, he or she must navigate a complex process that includes filing paperwork, applying for the proper visa and other important issues. Not having one’s paperwork in order can spark legal problems....
Miami Immigration & Naturalization Law Blog
Read this if US citizenship is one of your goals
Many Florida immigrants arrive in the United States with an ultimate goal of applying for naturalization. To become a U.S. citizen, one must first study and take several tests, including one in civics. A recent announcement states that the U.S. government has revised...
Man sentenced for immigration fraud
In Florida and beyond, many people who have emigrated from other countries wind up encountering legal issues regarding their statuses while living in the United States. It is not uncommon for U.S. immigration law and criminal law to intersect, as is the case for one...
Choosing clothing attire for adjustment of status hearings
When an immigrant in Florida or elsewhere is at risk for removal, he or she may be required to appear in court. Adjustment of status issues can be stressful and challenging to resolve. Those preparing for court hearings will want to remember that the type of clothing...
The authority of a condominium association
A Florida resident who lives in a community with a governing board, such as a homeowners’ association, will have to abide by the rules set out by this group. This is also the case for individuals and families who live in condominiums. These groups are responsible for...
What is conditional permanent residency?
If a Florida resident who is a U.S. citizen marries someone who emigrated from another country, his or her spouse may acquire a green card. While a green card would grant the immigrant spouse permanent residency, it would be a conditional legal status. This means that...
ICE arrests more than 100 in October ‘enforcement’ action
In many Florida households, there are some family members with immigration problems. U.S. immigration laws are complex, and it is not uncommon for someone emigrating from another country of origin to encounter challenges in the entry process once he or she has arrived...
Death rate high in immigration detention centers
There are any number of issues that may arise that result in Immigration Customs and Enforcement (ICE) officers detaining people. There are a number of immigration detention centers in Florida and throughout the United States, and the number of immigrants detained at...
Preventing problems with a commercial lease
Finding a building or practical space from which to run a business is not easy. It can be costly and difficult to find a commercial building that works for the individual needs of the Florida business. It’s crucial to negotiate a lease that is adequate and thorough as...
Know which immigration visa is needed before applying
When immigrating to Florida, a person must navigate a complex system to get all of his or her paperwork in order. U.S. immigration policies offer several types of visas, including nonimmigrant and immigrant visa statuses. Those who plan to become permanent residents...

