Hammond Citizenship Attorney
Hammond Citizenship Attorney
Becoming a United States citizen can be a difficult and confusing process, much like obtaining a green card and permanent resident status. The entire process can feel daunting, but with the assistance of a skilled Hammond citizenship attorney, it can become a lot less intimidating.
There are countless benefits to retaining an experienced Illinois immigration attorney prior to submitting your application. If you attempt to apply and have a criminal arrest on your record, this can result in the start of removal proceedings, even if you have legal permanent resident status in the country.
At Kriezelman Burton & Associates, LLP, we have been assisting clients for over 40 years with all of their immigration needs. Our team will provide personalized representation and offer you step-by-step guidance and assistance to help you gain your United States citizenship.
Requirements and Process to Become a Citizen
In order to apply for United States citizenship, you need to meet certain requirements first. These include:
- You must be 18 years old when filing your applications with the USCIS.
- You have to be a permanent resident with a valid green card for at least five years, or it can be three years if you received your green card because you are married to a United States citizen.
- You need to at least speak, write, and understand basic English (unless you have a disability).
- You need to understand civics and U.S. history.
- You have to have good moral character, which means verifying any past criminal and/or personal issues will not derail your plans to become a citizen.
If you meet the above qualifications, then you can submit an application for citizenship along with passport photos, a copy of your green card, the required filing fees, and any necessary supporting documentation. After one to two months, you will be notified that you need to come in for fingerprints and biometrics information.
You will then be scheduled for an interview which can take anywhere from several months to over a year to get. The interviewers will test your knowledge of U.S. history, government, and how well you can speak, write and read English. In order to be considered for approval, you have to pass all the tests. If approved, you will be notified to attend a swearing-in ceremony where you will receive your citizenship certificate.
Contact a Hammond Citizenship Attorney
At Kriezelman Burton & Associates, LLP, we understand how complex immigration laws in the United States can be. We thoroughly prepare each client individually for the USCIS interview, so they can realize their dream of becoming a United States citizen. If you need assistance or have questions on the process of becoming a United States citizen, our Hammond citizenship attorneys are here to help. Contact our office today to schedule a consultation.
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I would like to sincerely thank Attorney Justin Burton and PL Kamila Lada for support with my adjustment of status case. I have been working with the firm for over a year now, and I have received nothing short of exceptional services and support throughout various cases for myself and family members. Highly recommend consulting and retaining this firm.
We have been in the dark with our case for over 2 decades, while working with other big firms who just kept me in the dark and sat on our case without making any effort to move it forward until I met the wonderful team at Kriezelman & Burton. AO and JP are truly God-sent angels who with their knowledge, collaboration, sense of direction and outside the box thinking, managed…
Highly recommend attorney Kevin Raica and attorney Agata Bigdanowicz. They were super helpful, responded on time, and won my case in record time. It took about a month and half in total for me to get my approval after filing!
Brittni Rivera and her team (Carina Lopez) are fantastic! They are responsive, efficient and beyond compassionate. Brittni Rivera and her team treated me with dignity and respect as they patiently answered all of my questions. They didn't move on without making sure I understood each step. Their work ethic was impressive. It felt like they were an extension of my personal team. I can't say enough to convey my gratitude…
Huge thanks to Attorney Matthew for his incredible support on our immigration case! 🙏 He was professional, responsive, and his expertise led to a successful outcome. We truly appreciate his hard work and highly recommend his service.
I’m deeply grateful to God for leading us to this law firm; it is a true blessing to work with such professional and passionate individuals. Their dedication and commitment help make a difficult situation far less traumatic. In our case, we received 100% support from Attorney Andrea Ochoa and paralegal Rafael. May God bless them and allow them to continue this wonderful work. Thank you—a thousand thanks.
I give my total recommendation and trust in this great organization that has supported me and my family in very difficult times, especially the lawyer Andrea Ochoa and her paralegal Rafael who were little angels that God has sent us to be able to face all the obstacles that we have had along the way. Thank you very much with all my heart. ❤️
I have heard from several people that Brittni is a great attorney. When my friend was detained, I recommended Brittni to take his case. She did an amazing job putting together all the necessary information, especially given that we had only a couple of days to submit the habeas corpus application. She and her team worked very professionally and provided clear guidance throughout. She stayed in touch consistently and was…
Highly recommend Jennifer Peyton in federal litigations. She’s very polite and experienced.
I decided to use the services of Kriezelman Burton & Associates, LLC, and Kevin was nothing short of professional and amazing. From the consultation to the final approval, he gave us confidence and reassurance throughout the entire process. When I first told him about my wife’s wish to change her status, the first thing he said was, “We will get it done.” Even during the USCIS pause, he continued to…
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