Author name: Rosina Stambaugh

The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program was created to assist individuals brought to the U.S. as children without legal status. Unfortunately, several court cases have stripped the DACA program back, leaving many unsure how and when to renew their DACA status. Correctly timing your DACA renewal is vital to ensure your work authorization […]

A denied immigration appeal can be incredibly discouraging for noncitizens seeking immigration benefits. The consequences of denial depend on the unique facts involved. But if you’ve been denied, you may: If you need help with a denied immigration appeal case, the Law Office of Rosina C. Stambaugh is here to help. A denied case represents

The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) is a crucial resource authorizing abused noncitizens who would qualify for family-based visas to petition for themselves. Meeting the VAWA requirements means proving you qualify for a green card and that the relative who could sponsor you has subjected you to battery or extreme cruelty. Proving you meet the

Noncitizens can be granted life-changing benefits from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) or an immigration judge (IJ). Or, they might be denied those benefits. Like everyone, immigration court judges and USCIS officers make mistakes. If that occurs, you can typically appeal to a higher office within 30 days. Understanding how to appeal

How can I quickly find out if someone is detained by immigration?Start with ICE’s Online Detainee Locator System using either the person’s A‑number or full name, date of birth, and country of birth. If that doesn’t work, immediately call the nearest ICE ERO field office or the suspected detention facility. Minors often won’t appear in

If you are not a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (LPR), you may need a permit to legally work in this country.  This process usually takes approximately four months, but it can take significantly longer if your application is based on certain underlying immigration statuses.  Working without authorization is a violation of immigration law

Marriage is one of the quickest ways to qualify for a green card in the U.S. Yet, getting your green card through marriage comes with many potential frustrations and delays. The marriage green card timeline is longer than many expect, taking one to two years on average.  Getting a marriage-based green card can be stressful,

Immigrants come to the U.S. through many pathways. Although some pathways authorize immigrants to work, some do not. Others only authorize immigrants to work if they first apply for a work permit. Being unable to work can leave you unable to support yourself as you start building your new life in the U.S. If you

Many immigrants come to the U.S. in hopes of getting a green card. One way to get a green card is by meeting the adjustment of status requirements. In broad terms, you can adjust your status if you are in the U.S. with good status and an immigrant visa is available. Navigating the immigration system