South Bend Family Immigration Lawyer
South Bend Family Immigration Lawyer
For immigrants seeking to stay in the U.S. to be close to family, the immigration process is both a legal issue and an intensely personal experience. At Kriezelman, Burton & Associates, LLC, our experienced South Bend family immigration lawyers understand what matters most. We know that when you are separated from the ones you love, it can be unbearable. Whether a forced deportation proceeding is threatening your family, or you are being told you and a spouse may have to be separated, we may be able to help.
What is Family Immigration?
The U.S. immigration process consists of several pathways to getting residency status. Some people obtain permanent residency through their employer’s sponsorship. Others obtain residency through a student visa, then later a permanent work visa. Similarly, others become residents due to their relationship to a U.S. citizen or other permanent resident. So-called “family immigration” is one of the fundamental bedrocks of the immigration system. After all, keeping families together is one of the best ways to build a strong economy and benefit the community.
Examples of family immigration include:
- Helping DACA recipients remain in the U.S.
- Reuniting families that have been forcibly separated
- Helping to petition for a spouse or other family member to receive a visa
- Spouse/fiancé visa applications
Who Can Petition to Bring a Family Member to the U.S.?
American citizens have the widest range of options and rights when it comes to obtaining visas for family members. If you are a U.S. citizen, you can often seek to bring the following individuals to the U.S., based on your own status:
- Spouse
- Parents
- Children
- Siblings
- Fiancé (with extra requirements)
For permanent residents (those with green cards), there are certainly fewer options. However, there may still be a way to get your spouse and young or unmarried children a visa.
Unique Family Immigration Challenges
Some of the complications that arise in family-based immigration come from a lack of language skills or a lack of income. For those immigrating for employment, a company may be assisting in the process and paying a substantial income. Therefore, it makes it easier to get things done. The same is true of students who come to study at American universities and colleges. They often receive assistance from the college or from student organizations. But for family-based immigration, the only help stateside may be other immigrants who have only recently obtained residency themselves. This is where our office can usually help.
How a South Bend Immigration Lawyer Can Help
The attorneys at Kriezelman, Burton & Associates, LLC can thoroughly review your case to decide your best options for getting residency or staying in the country with those you love. If you are trying to get a family member to the U.S., it is best to contact a lawyer before you make any attempts to file petitions or government forms. A simple and innocent error can set you back years in your goal of getting a loved one to this country. Call Kriezelman, Burton & Associates, LLC now to find out how we can help.
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What Our Clients Say
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Matthew Kriezelman, first of all, thank you very much; you and your team are the best immigration lawyers in Chicago. I had a great experience—your professionalism was outstanding, and you were always there whenever needed. I give you five stars for the wonderful work you and your team did. Thanks again.
We would like to take a moment to sincerely thank Khiabett for her exceptional work and dedication in handling my husband’s removal proceedings case. We also want to thank Agata for her great communication during the gathering of all documents. Khiabett, we are incredibly grateful for your expertise, guidance, and persistence throughout the entire process. I can't thank you enough for your empathy and for standing by me during such…
I used their services for my case, and everything went smoothly. Rafael and Matthew are very knowledgeable and helpful, and answered all my questions. I highly recommend them!
I have used their services since 2022, and my experience was great. My own case was successfully finished this year. I want to say Matt and Raf were of great help throughout, and also Jennifer, who attended the interview with me. I would highly recommend their services.
Mr. Jeffery and Mr. Kevin Racia were the attorneys handling a complex immigration case of mine. On the assurance of both attorneys that the case is going to be presented in a systematic way, I went ahead with confidence. I was able to become a legal permanent resident. I highly recommend Kriezelman Burton & Associates, LLC for all your immigration needs.
Thank you, thank you, thank you to the remarkable team of Khiabett Osuna, Brittani Rivera, and Rafael Rodriguez, who were responsible for the successful release from detention of one of our parishioners, husband and father of four, after over 10 weeks of incarceration. From his detention to the payment of his bail and from Immigration Court to his reunion with his family, there were blessings aplenty made possible through the…
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to my attorney, Brittni Rivera, for her professionalism and support during a very difficult time. I was in detention for 6 months, and thanks to her hard work and filing a habeas corpus petition, I was finally released. In addition, when I was released, ICE did not return my documents. Brittni did not ignore this issue — she took action and successfully…
My aunt was recently detained by ICE and sent to El Paso, Texas to the East Montana Detention Facility. This place is essentially a prison in the middle of the desert, and the majority of the detainees here get deported. My family and I interviewed a dozen immigration attorneys around the country to help my aunt, and we decided to hire Kevin Raica, an attorney with Kriezelman Burton and Associates.…
Our case was very difficult, and at times it felt like there was no way out. My wife was detained for a long period of time, and it was an extremely challenging experience for our family. Kriezelman Burton & Associates, LLC truly changed our situation. I would especially like to thank our attorney, Brittni Rivera, as well as Natalia. They were attentive, honest, and always ready to help. It was…
I cannot recommend Kevin Raica highly enough. He helped me successfully obtain my U.S. green card, and the entire process was smooth and stress-free because of his expertise and dedication. From start to finish, Kevin was professional, organized, and extremely knowledgeable about immigration law. He made sure every document was prepared correctly and took the time to explain each step clearly. Anytime I had questions, he responded promptly and made…
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