Law Enforcement
This page describes how Law Enforcement can receive documents via LegalAtoms and then service the client offline, and then complete the Proof of Service digitally using LegalAtoms Step 1: Login to LegalAtoms Navigate to https://app.legalatoms.com/ You will see th Step 2: View a specific Case On the main page, titled “Your Cases”, locate the specific…
Read MoreThe ability for Judge to approve/deny a temporary order
This page is for court officials, and describes the flow of case after it has been e-filed. It covers the specific steps of Clerk (or District Court front desk staff) approval at which point the case is accepted and a cause number is assigned Judge approval (or denial) at which point the signed Temporary Order…
Read MoreEvidence that you are the victim of qualifying criminal activity:
The documents below must demonstrate that you suffered direct harm as a result of the crime committed against you. Trial transcripts Court documents Police reports News articles Written sworn statements; and Orders of protection
Read MoreEvidence that you possess information concerning qualifying criminal activity
The documents below must demonstrate that you have knowledge of details concerning the criminal activity and that would assist in the investigation or legal action of that criminal activity. Trial transcripts Court documents Police reports News articles Copies of reimbursement forms for travel to and from court; and Written sworn statements of other witnesses or…
Read MoreHow 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 MoreI was abused abroad. Can I apply for U Visa?
Probably not. When the U.S. law makers made U Visa law, they thought two purposes. One, U Visa is designed to protect and assist non-citizens who are victims of certain types of crimes and in need of aid from emergency circumstances. Two, U Visa is to encourage non-U.S. citizens to report crimes to the police…
Read MoreCan I get a green card after obtaining U Visa status?
Yes, you can apply for a green card which will grant you permanent residence in the U.S. if you have been previously granted a U Visa. When applying for a green card, you should have continued to hold the U Visa status for at least 3 years and you should have been physically present in…
Read MoreCan I travel internationally after filing my U Visa application?
While leaving the U.S. raises no issue, returning might be very complicated and in some situations restricted for a long period of time. Technically, after your U Visa is approved you can request an additional document called an Advanced Parole by filing Form I-131. The purpose of this document is to allow you re-entry in…
Read MoreCreating a case using PDF documents
This page provides the steps on how to court create a case in LeagalAtoms based on documents. Benefit: This feature helps professional users have a common place for all cases whether they originated in LegalAtoms or were filed manually using paper. By having a common source, the subsequent steps such as electronic serving can then…
Read MoreGetting help from King County Advocates
You can securely reach out to King County Protection Order Advocacy Program First click on “Share with Advocate” from the left menu. As a client user, you will see this button only if you are filing For a Domestic Violence Protection Order (DVPO) In King County Superior Court (either location, Seattle or Kent) Against an…
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