Services
Legal Permanent Residence (Adjustment of Status) (I-130 Petition)
One of the ways to become a U.S. Permanent Resident is to apply for adjustment of status, which is a process completed without leaving the U.S. At Escoto Law, we have helped many clients become permanent residents through this process. Our extensive experience has allowed us to obtain case approvals quickly and, in most cases, without an interview. Our team of attorneys also prepares clients and accompanies them to their interview if one is scheduled – our attorneys will be by your side throughout the entire process.
Consular Processing
Another way to become a U.S. Permanent Resident is through consular processing, which is a process completed at a U.S. consulate or embassy in your home country. If your family member needs to consular process or needs a waiver to finalize the process, our office can help. Our office has successfully helped many clients apply for U.S. Permanent Residence from within the U.S. and abroad. Our lawyers are trained to prepare strong packets that will facilitate the process of becoming U.S. Permanent Residents.
Removal of Conditions
Did you receive a 2-year conditional resident card? If so, call us we can help you remove the conditions and get your 10-year permanent resident card. If your children also received a 2-year conditional resident card, we can help them as well.
Parole in Place (PIP)
Current and past members of the U.S. Armed Forces can help certain family members obtain a work permit and become a U.S. Permanent Residents without leaving the country. Please contact our office for more information on this special program.
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
Under the law, certain people who came to the United States as children and meet several requirements may request consideration for deferred action for 2 years, subject to renewal. Our office has helped many clients renew their status and remain compliant with the law.
Citizenship and Naturalization
U.S. Legal Permanent Residents may qualify to apply for naturalization (citizenship) 5 years after becoming a Legal Permanent Resident, and some in 3 years. Some people might be eligible to deriving citizenship as well if they have a parent who is a U.S. citizen. At Escoto Law, we have helped many people become citizens. Not only do we prepare our client’s applications, but we also prepare them for their interview and accompany them to make sure it is a smooth process from beginning to end.
Work Permit
There are many different paths to obtain a work permit. We have helped many clients obtain a work permit and renew their current work permits as well. Please contact our office if you would like more information on how to obtain a work permit.
Immigration Waivers
Our office has experience handling many waivers including I-601, I-601A, and I-212. Our attorneys are trained to prepare strong packets to obtain favorable outcomes for our clients as quickly as possible.
Same-Sex Marriage
At Escoto Law, we have handled many same-sex marriage cases. Under the law, same-sex applicants are entitled to the same benefits and privileges under the U.S. immigration laws as heterosexual applicants.
Humanitarian Parole
Individuals who are outside of the United States may be able to request parole into the United States based on urgent humanitarian or significant public benefit reasons.
Asylum
Our firm has successfully represented many people who have come from all parts of the world to seek asylum. Asylum is a benefit available for people who seek protection because they have suffered persecution or fear that they will suffer persecution if they return home. Depending on your immigration history, you may be eligible to apply for asylum with USCIS or with the Immigration Court. Our team of experienced asylum attorneys will develop a strategic game plan to put you on the best track for success. Please call our office to see if you qualify to apply for asylum.
Cancellation of Removal
Certain U.S. Permanent Residents and individuals with no status may qualify to apply for this relief depending on the length of their residence in the U.S. Our office has had a lot of success with these cases and won relief for many clients. An approval of this type of case results in obtaining U.S. Permanent Residency, therefore it is critical to have an experienced attorney by your side. Our team of attorneys have a proven record of winning these types of cases both for detained and non-detained clients.
Temporary Protected Status (TPS)
TPS is a form of protection against deportation. Our firm has helped many clients obtain TPS and be protected under the law. With this benefit, we have helped many clients obtain work and travel authorization.
Advance Parole for TPS and DACA beneficiaries
Under the law, TPS and DACA beneficiaries may request permission to leave the country for certain reasons. Our office has successfully helped many people travel abroad and return without issues. Please call our office if you would like information on advanced parole and its benefits.
Fiance(e) Visa
U.S. citizens can help their fiancé(e) travel to the United States to marry his or her U.S. citizen fiancé(e). After entering with a fiancé visa, you can apply for permanent resident status. Our team is ready to guide you through this process.
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)
VAWA is a program that seeks to protect abused spouses, children, and parents. The program allows victims to petition themselves (self-petition) without the abuser’s knowledge, consent, or participation in the immigration process. If you have been the victim of abuse by a U.S. citizen or Legal Permanent Resident spouse or parent, or by your adult U.S. citizen child please call our office. Our office takes great pride in helping our clients with the highest level of respect and confidentiality.
U-Visa
U-visas are for victims of certain crimes in the U.S. If you or your loved one has been the victim of a crime in the U.S., call our office. We have helped many clients and their families apply for a U-visa. People who qualify for a U-visa can obtain a work permit and eventually become U.S. Permanent Residents without leaving the country. U-visa recipients can also help their family members, whether abroad or in the U.S., obtain Permanent Resident status.
Deportation Defense
Our attorneys are trained Trial Attorneys who have extensive experience handling complicated cases before the U.S. Immigration Courts. We have successfully defended many clients all over the U.S. in a wide range of cases including cancellation of removal, adjustment of status, asylum, withholding of removal, protection under the Convention Against Torture and many more.
Immigration Bonds
If your loved one has been detained by immigration officials, we can help you obtain a bond. We have helped clients get released by paying a low bond or paying no bond at all.
Freedom of Information Act Request (FOIA)
We regularly help clients obtain previous records from all government agencies. We tailor our request to obtain the most information in a speedy manner for our clients.
Research and Investigation of the Law
If you have a unique case and would like to know the best option for your case, please call our office. We have helped many clients find the best solution for their case.
Interview Representation
If you need an attorney to go with you to an interview, please call our office.
Many other forms of Immigration Relief
Our firm concentrates and specializes in immigration matters only. We customize the best action plan for our clients’ unique set of needs.