Protecting The Rights Of Noncitizens In Immigration Law Concerns

Immigration has long been a controversial political topic in America. But behind the political talk, there are millions of hardworking people trying to build better lives for themselves and their families – not to mention a country that needs the labor, talents and investments of immigrants.

Attorney Sheri Bryce Dye has a thorough understanding of U.S. immigration laws and how to effectively utilize them for their clients. Regardless of your specific goals, she will strive to help you meet them fully and efficiently.

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Offering A Variety Of Immigration Legal Services

Sheri helps clients seeking to live and work in the United States, including those working toward obtaining citizenship. She can offer advice and guidance on matters such as:

Family-Based Immigration

As a citizen, permanent resident, or refugee/asylee, you can petition to bring family members to the United States and help them obtain an immigrant visa. The type of relative you are able to sponsor will depend on your own residency/citizenship status. Sheri can help you determine your options and fill out the necessary paperwork.

Work Visas

There are a variety of visas that allow you to travel to and work in the United States, including the H-1B, the L-1, the O-1, the E-1, the I-140 and the TN. The type of visa you’ll need will depend on the type of skills you have or the type of work you’ll be doing. Sheri works with both immigrants and employers to help facilitate the process of obtaining work visas.

Citizenship Applications

Applying for citizenship is a very involved process with many requirements. In addition to passing a U.S. history and government test, you must also demonstrate good moral character, allegiance to the U.S., and proficiency in English. You must also hold a green card and meet certain residency requirements. Sheri will work with you to carefully document all the aspects of your citizenship application to give you the best chance of approval of your application.

Green Cards

Officially known as a I-551 card or a Lawful Permanent Resident Card, a green card allows you to permanently live and work in the U.S. It does not confer all the rights of citizenship, but it is an important step on the path to citizenship. Working with a skilled attorney is a good investment that could make it easier to become a permanent resident.

Employment Authorization Document

Working in the U.S. without valid authorization is illegal. Sheri helps noncitizens apply for an employment authorization document (EAD) so they can work while their green card or the granting of asylum is pending.

Advance Parole

Many noncitizens who reside in the U.S. and who need to travel abroad must obtain advance parole prior to leaving the U.S. or they may not be able to re-enter the country. The process can take several months and requires multiple documents. You must give yourself plenty of lead time and complete the application process correctly. Working with an experienced lawyer will ensure you complete the necessary steps.

Temporary Protected Status (TPS)

Sheri helps foreign nationals from eligible countries obtain or renew their TPS status so they can live and work in the U.S. Eligible individuals must submit an application to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). If TPS designation for a country ends, the beneficiary of TPS status returns to the immigration status they held prior to their country receiving TPS designation. It may be necessary to apply for different immigration status.

Removal Proceedings

Any noncitizen who is being threatened with deportation has a right to appear before an immigration judge and seek relief. The firm provides assertive removal defense through criminal or noncriminal waivers, prosecutorial discretion, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), asylum, adjustment of status or a number of other strategies.

Learn Your Options From An Experienced Immigration Law Attorney

The Law Office of Sheri Bryce Dye is located in San Antonio, Texas, and serves clients throughout the surrounding area. To get your immigration questions answered in a free initial consultation, call the firm at 210-761-5241 or send an email.