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ICE Enforcement in San Antonio: What the Numbers Show About the Impact on Local Families

ICE Enforcement in San Antonio: What the Numbers Show About the Impact on Local Families   Immigration enforcement has become a growing concern for families across San Antonio. Since President Donald Trump returned to office, his administration has increased immigration enforcement efforts, and  Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has expanded its activity across the country. […]

DOJ Pressures States to Report Undocumented Immigrants

DOJ Pressures States to Report Undocumented Immigrants Immigration enforcement continues to change, and a recent action by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) could increase the sharing of immigration-related information between state agencies and the federal government. On September 2, 2026, the DOJ announced a new legal interpretation concerning states that receive federal funding for […]

Why Haven’t I Heard Back Yet? Understanding Our 48–72 Hour Response Time

Why Haven’t I Heard Back Yet? Understanding Our 48–72 Hour Response Time Your Case Matters to Us and We Appreciate Your Patience When you have an immigration case, it is completely understandable to want answers as quickly as possible. Waiting for a response from your attorney can be frustrating, especially when you are concerned about […]

IMPORTANT: USCIS Warning Regarding Immigration Medical Examinations

IMPORTANT: USCIS Warning Regarding Immigration Medical Examinations If USCIS has requested an immigration medical examination for your pending case, it is important to use a medical provider authorized by USCIS and to follow USCIS instructions carefully.  DO NOT GO TO DR. JOSE REYES AT HEALTH NET MEDICAL We have been informed by USCIS officers that […]

No Criminal Record? You Could Still Be at Risk of ICE Arrest

No Criminal Record? You Could Still Be at Risk of ICE Arrest   Immigration enforcement is expanding—and having no criminal record does not necessarily protect you from being arrested by ICE. Recent data reported by The Washington Post shows a significant increase in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests of immigrants who do not have […]

Applying for VAWA? Do Not Get Married

Applying for VAWA? Do Not Get Married If you are applying for VAWA or have a pending VAWA self-petition, do not get married to someone while your case is pending. M  arrying before your VAWA self-petition is approved can affect your eligibility and may put your immigration case at risk. If you have questions about […]

Dorcas v. USCIS: Court Order Challenges Immigration Case Hold Policies

Dorcas v. USCIS: Court Order Challenges Immigration Case Hold Policies   What Immigration Applicants Need to Know About the Latest Court Ruling Many immigrants with pending applications before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) have faced significant delays because of policies that placed certain immigration benefit requests on hold or subjected them to additional review […]

USCIS Online Filing Changes: What Applicants Need to Know

USCIS Online Filing Changes: What Applicants Need to Know   U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) continues to expand its use of online filing for immigration applications and petitions. As these changes take effect, applicants need to pay close attention to how and where their immigration forms must be submitted. For some applications, USCIS is […]

Adjustment of Status Delays: Then vs. Now (2020–2026)

Adjustment of Status Delays: Then vs. Now (2020–2026)   If you’ve filed an Adjustment of Status (Form I-485) application, you’re probably asking the same question as thousands of other applicants: “Why is my case taking so long?” The truth is that many applicants across the country are experiencing longer wait times than they expected. Although […]

Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late: Take Action on Your Immigration Status Now

Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late: Take Action on Your Immigration Status Now   When it comes to your immigration status, waiting can sometimes make a difficult situation even more complicated. Many people put off addressing their immigration situation because they are unsure where to start, believe they have more time, or hope their circumstances […]