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Louisiana: Immigration Lawyers
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Immigration Lawyers in Common Louisiana Cities
- Abbeville
- Alexandria
- Baker
- Baton Rouge
- Belle Chasse
- Bogalusa
- Bossier City
- Crowley
- Denham Springs
- Deridder
- Gretna
- Hammond
- Harvey
- Houma
- Jennings
- Kenner
- Lafayette
- Lake Charles
- Mandeville
- Metairie
- Minden
- Monroe
- Morgan City
- Natchitoches
- New Iberia
- New Orleans
- Opelousas
- Ruston
- Shreveport
- Slidell
- Sulphur
- Thibodaux
- West Monroe
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Common Louisiana Parishes
- Acadia Parish, LA
- Ascension Parish, LA
- Bossier Parish, LA
- Caddo Parish, LA
- Calcasieu Parish, LA
- East Baton Rouge Parish, LA
- Iberia Parish, LA
- Jefferson Parish, LA
- Lafayette Parish, LA
- Lafourche Parish, LA
- Livingston Parish, LA
- Orleans Parish, LA
- Ouachita Parish, LA
- Rapides Parish, LA
- Saint Bernard Parish, LA
- Saint Charles Parish, LA
- Saint Landry Parish, LA
- Saint Mary Parish, LA
- Saint Tammany Parish, LA
- Tangipahoa Parish, LA
- Terrebonne Parish, LA
- Vermilion Parish, LA
- Vernon Parish, LA
- Washington Parish, LA
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Immigration FAQs
What Are The Requirements For U.S. Citizenship?
In order to naturalize as a citizen of the United States, the initial requirement for all applicants is to be a Permanent Resident (i.e. have a Green Card). Depending on your situation, you’ll need to have been a permanent resident for at least three to five years prior to applying for citizenship. In addition, you must be at least 18 years old when you file your naturalization application; be able to speak, read and write basic English; and be a person of good moral character. For many of the requirements, certain exceptions apply and it’s useful to consult with an attorney near you to see whether you qualify for requirement exemptions.
How to get a Green Card?
There are a variety of methods for obtaining a Green Card, including through marriage or employment. A Green Card permits an individual the right to permanent residency in the United States. Although marriage to a U.S. citizen is a common means of obtaining a Green Card, there are various other methods such as a family member petitioning on your behalf, seeking asylum or residency as a refugee, an employer bringing you to this country for work, etc. An attorney can help determine whether you meet eligibility criteria and guide you through the arcane application procedures of immigration law.
How long does I-140 processing take?
In the United States, there are two USCIS service centers which process the I-140 immigration form. The time it takes to process will vary slightly depending on the service center. However, in general, the form takes an average of six months to process. Premium processing is a service offered by USCIS which guarantees processing of your I-140 within two weeks. This service requires an additional fee of over $1200. If USCIS is unable to process your form within 2 weeks, it will refund your money and continue with expedited processing. An immigration attorney will be able to provide you with much more specific information and can advise you on the best course of action with regards to filing your I-140.
What is the H1B to Green Card process?
During the Green Card application process, which can be lengthy, it is critical that you maintain lawful immigration status. Under certain circumstances, you can request an extension of your H-1B status in one-year increments while your Green Card application is being processed. H-1B extension processing time usually averages around 2-3 months although USCIS doesn’t offer any time guarantees. Working with an attorney to ensure timely and proper filing while remaining in legal immigration compliance is crucial to a successful adjustment of your status.
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