Posts by Jessica Smith
How can I demonstrate that I have suffered?
Because U Visa falls into what is called the humanitarian category, U Visa is granted on a discretionary basis, which means that it up to the immigration official to decide if you meet the requirements. And, the USCIS is the immigration official who has the power to make decision over all U Visa applications.…
Read MoreChild Custody under Tribal Law
I’m definitely nervous about putting my name on this, but here’s my LinkedIn profile link: www.linkedin.com/in/kae-rogers-sulaw Endnotes I’m dealing with a child custody case – does it matter if anyone is a tribal member? Is there a tribal law that deals with child custody? The relevant law is called the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA).…
Read MoreHow much abuse is enough to qualify for U Visa?
Immigration U Visa is a type of visa that the immigration department of the U.S. (USCIS) awards to a certain number of individuals who are victims of certain types of crimes. These visas are designed to allow non-U.S. citizens to legally reside in the U.S. for a set period of time. In order to succeed…
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