Naturalization and Citizenship

This law category deals with the process of becoming a U.S. citizen and the associated rights and responsibilities. N-400 (Application for Naturalization), N-600 (Application for Certificate of Citizenship), N-643 (Application for Certificate of Citizenship in Behalf of Adopted Child).

Non-immigrant Visas

This law category covers the process for obtaining visas for temporary visits to the United States for a specific purpose, such as tourism, education, or employment. I-129 (Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker), I-539 (Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status), DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application).

Deportation and Removal Proceedings

This law category covers the legal process for removing a person from the United States, including deportation proceedings and appeals. I-862 (Notice to Appear), I-294 (Order of Supervision).

Asylum and Refugee Law

The process for people to seek protection in the United States from persecution or violence in their home country. I-589 (Application for Asylum and for Withholding of Removal), I-765 (Application for Employment Authorization).

Immigration Compliance Issues

Covers the legal process for businesses and individuals to comply with U.S. immigration laws, including the filing of applications and petitions. I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification), I-129 (Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker).

Permanent Residence/Green Cards

The process for obtaining a green card, which grants permanent residence in the United States. I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status), I-751 (Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence).

Family-Based Immigration

 The legal process for family members to immigrate to the United States, including family reunification. I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative), I-864 (Affidavit of Support).

Employment-Based Immigration

 The legal process for employers to sponsor foreign workers for employment in the United States. I-140 (Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker), I-129 (Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker).

Waivers and Parole

 The process for obtaining waivers of inadmissibility and/or parole into the United States. I-601 (Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility), I-212 (Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the United States After Deportation or Removal).