Whether you are filing for your spouse, child, parent or sibling you will need guidance to begin this process.  Many believe that this is a very simple task, however, there are many complexities that determine if your beneficiary will be able to obtain status through this family-based petition.  We strongly suggest you consult with us to help you make an informed decision prior to initiating any immigration process.

Ayllon-Ramirez Law Firm will guide you from beginning to end- from filing the first forms with United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to attending the interview in the United States or abroad, and everything in between.  As a client, you will participate in every step of the process and we take the time to explain everything to you so there are no surprises.

We also assist with the removal of conditions if you obtained your green card through marriage of less than two years.  If you have a green card for 10 years and it is about to expire, we can also help you to renew your card.

For most immigrants, becoming a United States Citizen is the ultimate dream after years of hard work and many sacrifices.  This can be an intimidating decision and process, but we at Ayllon-Ramirez Law Firm will guide you along the way to assure that the result is successful.  To achieve a successful result, we evaluate your case from all angles to make sure there are no setbacks in your process of naturalization. 

We also assist with obtaining Citizenship Certificates for those born abroad, who obtained citizenship through their parent or parents.

U-visas are for victims of crimes in the United States.  If you or a family member were a victim of a certain crime and you filed a police report and subsequently cooperated with the authorities at their request, you and your family members may be eligible for a U-visa. 

T-visas are for individuals who have been victims of human trafficking – sex or labor trafficking. Labor trafficking can be difficult to identify because it is more common than common belief. We have identified victims of labor trafficking in areas of landscaping, restaurant businesses, and even construction.  If you are eligible for a T-visa, you may also include certain family members. 

If your U or T-visa is approved, you will obtain a work permit and after a few years, you will obtain your permanent residency (Green card).  These visas will sometimes be approved despite your immigration history. 

VAWA is an option for individuals who are or were married to a US citizen or green card holder and are experiencing abuse. The individual self-petitions without the abuser’s knowledge or consent.  This is also an option if you are a parent of US citizen who is 21 year or older and is abusive.  As well as someone who has a US citizen or green card holder parent and is abusive towards the child. The applicant will receive a work permit and, if eligible, permanent residency.

The current immigration laws allow someone who entered before the age of 16, before June 15, 2007, have graduated from high school or have obtained their GED, or are currently in school, and other eligibility requirements, to obtain Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), which is a temporary protection from deportation. DACA offers a work permit for two years.  This does not grant legal status in the United States.  Individuals who have been granted DACA may be eligible to obtain a temporary travel permit (Advance Parole) for humanitarian, educational or professional purposes. 

Whether it is your first time applying for DACA or you are ready to renew for another two years, schedule a consult with us to re-evaluate your case and determine if there are any other options for you to obtain a more permanent status.

We represent individuals before an immigration judge.  Whether the individual is detained or received a notice to appear before an immigration judge, we work closely with the client and their family to determine the best recourse for their case.  We represent clients in matters such as Adjustment of Status, asylum, Cancellation of Removal, among others, before immigration judges.

If you have been in the United States for less than a year and you are afraid to return to your home country, or a country of which you are a citizen, you may be eligible for asylum. You only have a limited time to file for asylum before USCIS or the immigration courts.

Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests allow us to review your case further before beginning your case.  If you have had any interaction with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) or Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), we will requests these records to better determine your options. Sometimes family members have filed petitions in the past and you may not have records of these filings.  We may request these records from USCIS to determine if you may still benefit from past petitions.  If you have any encounter with the authorities, we may assist in requesting state or federal background checks.

If you are a resident of Pennsylvania, or have a case pending case before a family court within the state, we may be able to assist you. Whether it is a divorce, custody or support matter in Pennsylvania we are able to guide you navigate the family court system.  These cases can be very difficult for yourself and your family, having an attorney by your side may help alleviate some stress.  We also handle termination of parental rights matters as well as adoption.