Immigration Services at The Berdugo Law Firm
If you wish to immigrate to the United States or defend your right to remain lawfully, you need the assistance of an experienced and dedicated immigration lawyer.
At the Berdugo Law Firm our priority is providing exceptional and dependable legal representation in the Los Angeles area, and across the United States. We specialize in complex Immigration Law, helping families and individuals gain and maintain lawful status in the United States.
We understand that Immigration Law can be very complex and difficult to navigate on your own, especially if your immigration case is particularly complicated. We are dedicated to simplifying this process and helping our clients from all backgrounds and communities, ensuring they have access to elite legal expertise and service. The Berdugo Law Firm is Bilingual and experienced with every facet of Immigration Law.
The Berdugo Law Firm will act as your advocate and representative, ensuring your rights are upheld, and you are able to achieve the best possible outcome for your case.
Immigration Services The Berdugo Law Firm Provides For Immigrants
The Berdugo Law Firm has handled hundreds of immigration cases in Los Angeles and across the United States. We are highly experienced in a multitude of cases, including those that involve juveniles, unlawful immigrants, or involving the crossover of criminal charges. Here is a breakdown of some of the main immigration services we provide and the situations we can help with.
Removal (Deportation) Defense
One of the scariest situations immigrants face is the possibility of deportation and removal. There are several situations where this risk can arise regarding certain immigrant laws, requirements, and timelines. Deportation and removal are not things that just apply to illegal immigrants; legal immigrants can also face this risk at any given time.
If you are facing a situation where you may be deported or removed from the U.S., an immigration attorney at The Berdugo Law Firm can assist you. Jonathan Berdugo has handled hundreds of deportation defense cases and can provide legal guidance for situations involving undocumented immigrants, expiring visas, and criminal offenses.
Jonathan Berdugo can instruct you on your options, such as getting a cancellation of removal or having your immigration offenses waived before the court. This includes providing deportation defense for more complex or urgent cases, such as in special immigrant juvenile status cases.
Family Based Immigration
Navigating immigration laws can be a very overwhelming process, especially if you have never had to deal with immigration before. Family-based immigration is one of the most popular types of immigration in the U.S. as it allows green card holders and U.S. citizens to help their family members become residents in the United States.
At The Berdugo Law Firm, Jonathan Berdugo is dedicated to simplifying this process and helping immigrants through the naturalization process. Here is a breakdown of what family-based immigration includes and how a lawyer can help.
Appellate Advocacy
There are many issues you may run into if you have a case that goes to court, especially if you aren’t satisfied with the ruling. The legal system tends to be quite complex, which can make it difficult for the average person to understand what their options are and how they need to proceed.
At The Berdugo Law Firm, Jonathan Berdugo can act as your appellate advocate when it comes to managing appeals. Depending on the details after your case in court, this could have a significant impact on what comes next. Here is a breakdown of how appellate advocacy works and why it is important.
Consular Processing
If you want to become a United States citizen, one of the best ways to do that is to get a green card that allows you to live and work in the U.S. There are typically two ways of going about this that will depend on your situation at the time of your application. No matter what option you choose to go with, you should hire a Los Angeles immigration attorney who can help you achieve your immigration goals.
At The Berdugo Law Firm, Jonathan Berdugo is dedicated to providing dependable and compassionate legal assistance to individuals from all walks of life. Our firm is fully bilingual, and we are committed to simplifying the immigration process and providing immigrants with the resources they need.
SIJS (Special Immigrant Juvenile Status)
If you are an immigrant youth, you may be interested in becoming a legal resident of the U.S. and obtaining your green card. One way you can go about doing this is by obtaining special immigrant juvenile status or SIJS. However, there are several requirements you must meet to obtain this status, so you need to do your research beforehand.
At The Berdugo Law Firm, we specialize in immigration law, and our Los Angeles immigration lawyers provide experience and empathetic legal representation. Here is a breakdown of what SIJS means and how you can get it and become a legal U.S. citizen.
Affirmative Asylum
If you are seeking asylum in the United States, there are a few different paths you can take to gain citizenship. Although there are many options for asylum seekers, the process of acquiring asylum in the U.S. can feel very overwhelming and complex, especially if you do not have the help of an asylum attorney.
At The Berdugo Law Firm, Jonathan Berdugo is dedicated to providing asylees with the resources and knowledge they need to gain citizenship. He prioritizes inclusivity by servicing underserved communities and providing legal guidance to individuals from all walks of life.
Employment Authorization Documents
If you are living in the United States as an immigrant or asylum seeker, you may want to start working. Seeking employment as someone who was not born in the United States can be a challenging process since there are certain requirements you must meet and different ways of being approved to work in the U.S.
Jonathan Berdugo helps immigrants and asylum seekers navigate this difficult process to gain legal employment in the U.S. He understands that part of being able to reside in the U.S. long-term involves being able to legally work so that you can support yourself. Here is a breakdown of what employment authorization documents include and why you need to go through this process.
Detention Defense Bond Requests
The United States has a huge number of immigrants who want to become citizens so that they can continue to live and work in the country. Seeking legal immigration can be a time-consuming and difficult process, especially for immigrants who do not have legal representation. Unfortunately, immigrants don’t always have the resources that they need to achieve legal status, which can result in immigrant detention.
At The Berdugo Law Firm, we specialize in immigration services and seek to provide immigrants with the legal resources and assistance they so greatly need. We value diversity and act as advocates for immigrants who have not yet achieved legal status but want to do so. If you have found yourself in detention as an illegal immigrant, our detention defense lawyers can help represent you.
Seeking Asylum
One of the most common types of immigration cases is when individuals are seeking asylum. Asylum is a type of protection the United States offers to individuals who are fleeing their homeland because it is no longer safe for them. This can apply to countries that are at war, political unrest, or are persecuting certain individuals.
The United States offers asylum for a specific situation where individuals are at immediate risk of persecution or are in immediate danger in their homeland. The persecution must also fall into one of the protected statuses, which includes religion, political beliefs, or race. Asylum can only be applied for within the U.S., which can either be done at the border or within a year of entering the United States.
Because there are certain requirements regarding asylum seekers, it is incredibly beneficial to hire an immigration attorney to represent you. They will act as your advocate in your immigration case as well as guide you through the immigration process so that you understand what you have to do and the requirements you have to meet.
DACA
The United States provides a variety of relief options for illegal immigrants who are seeking U.S. citizenship. Some of these relief options apply to immigrants who originally came to the United States as minors and want to continue to live in the U.S. legally. However, the process of achieving legal status through one of these methods on your own can be very difficult, which is why it is always recommended to get the assistance of an immigration attorney.
Jonathan Berdugo is dedicated to personally assisting immigrants through the complex legal process of achieving legal status. He will help you understand what your options are and ensure you follow the correct legal steps so you don’t experience any delays or the risk of removal.
Getting a Visa
Obtaining a visa so you can become a resident in the U.S. can be a very challenging process, depending on your particular situation. However, getting a visa is the first step in becoming a U.S. citizen, as it grants you the right to live and sometimes work in the United States.
Visas can be temporary or permanent and different types of visas will need to be obtained in different ways. For instance, there are family-based visas, employment-based visas, and fiancée visas. Different types of visas will come with different stipulations and there is a different process for obtaining each one.
At The Berdugo Law Firm, our immigration lawyers can help you handle the process of filing for a visa application, no matter what kind of visa you are trying to obtain. This includes assisting you with family petitions, renewing visas, or adjusting your status. If you run into issues and your visa application is denied or delayed, our immigration attorney can also help you navigate this process to get the desired result.
Contact an Experienced Immigration Attorney at The Berdugo Law Firm
Do not hesitate to contact The Berdugo Law Firm at (323) 642-9933 or through our email or live chat for assistance with your legal needs, beginning with an in depth consultation to evaluate what works best for you.
