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Do you need legal representation? The team with the Law Offices of James A. Welcome can help. We tackle a wide range of personal injury claims and can protect the rights of undocumented immigrants throughout Connecticut.
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We provide personalized legal strategies for both personal injury and immigration matters, making sure every client gets the focused attention they deserve.Ongoing Communication, Less Stress
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With over two decades of experience, we’ve built a strong track record handling both personal injury claims and immigration cases.
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Violating immigration law may lead to serious consequences, like deportation or a permanent bar to a green card or United States citizenship. If you are facing criminal charges for any reason, this can lead to major complications if you’re an immigrant. An immigration lawyer can help protect your legal status. Common Types of Immigration Violations …
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and 2024 presidential hopeful is spearheading state policies that are aimed at restricting undocumented immigrants in his state. As part of the state’s immigration crackdown, one of the measures being implemented is the prohibition of out-of-state undocumented immigrant identification cards, including from Connecticut. This endeavor is part of a broader initiative …
Title 42 was put into place as a measure related to the pandemic, and resulted in 2.8 million migrants being turned away at U.S. borders since March 2020. With the end of the pandemic, many programs and rules have changed. Title 42 Restrictions were lifted as of May 12th, 2023. What was Title 42? Title …
On June 23rd, the United States Supreme Court sided with the Biden administration in an 8-1 decision, with Justice Brett Kavanaugh authoring the majority opinion. The ruling upheld the Immigration guidelines set forth by the Biden Administration that prioritized the deportation of illegal immigrants with serious criminal convictions and those who posed national security risks …
Immigrating to the United States poses many exciting opportunities. Maybe you want to access better job opportunities and resources for your family, live closer to loved ones, or experience the benefits that make up the American Dream. Whatever your reason, you will need to take measures to build a successful immigration case. The immigration process …
Immigrating to the United States isn’t easy, and unfortunately, some challenges continue even after obtaining permanent resident status. Immigrants often face difficulties due to discrimination, lack of resources, and misinformation about immigrants’ rights. Working with an experienced immigration attorney can help you overcome these top challenges facing Connecticut immigrants today. Challenge #1: Accessing Healthcare Immigrants …
If you’re facing criminal charges as an immigrant, you must understand the potential consequences of a conviction. In some instances, a criminal conviction could make you deportable under U.S. law. It could also lead to other collateral consequences impacting your immigration status. Learn what you need to know about criminal convictions and immigrants. Then contact …
If you’re struggling with long processing times on Forms I-829 and I-751 impacting your resident status, you may appreciate this news. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently extended the validity of Permanent Resident Cards (green cards) for those who correctly file the Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status (Form …
The Affidavit of Support or Immigration Form I-864 may seem daunting for family-based immigrants who work for a US company. The form is an immigration documentation form combined with financial records, not unlike a tax return. This document is required for the vast majority of family-based and some employment-based immigrants. Preparing and filing the form …
The final step of the marriage green card process is the marriage-based green card interview. It will be scheduled by the National Visa Center (NVC) if the non-resident spouse lives abroad. If the individual obtaining the green card came to the U.S. on a visa and married a U.S. citizen after 90 days, he or …
Growing pressure from immigration advocates to extend Temporary Protective Status for Nicaraguans may force the Biden administration to act. In November of 2022, the Department of Homeland Security announced the redesignation of TPS status for several countries, including Nicaragua. Since the 1990s, TPS has protected millions of immigrants who cannot return safely to their country …
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently announced a proposed fee increase affecting certain immigration and naturalization benefit requests. Noting the influx of immigration applications, humanitarian programs, the need for additional USCIS employees, and application delays, DHS considers the fee increase justified. With 96% of USCIS funding from filing fees, DHS asserts that new fees …
Providing Our Clients With the Representation They Need and Deserve For Over 20 Years.
“I could not have asked for a better result.”
Attorney Welcome made sure that my rights were protected and that I would get the best possible outcome for my case. I am so thankful that I went to him for help instead of trying to fight the court alone. He was understanding and honest throughout the entire court process and he kept me updated on how my case was going and what I should expect. He is not just experienced in court; he is extremely familiar with Connecticut courts and he knows what to expect from specific courts and judges. I could not have asked for a better result. Going to him for help was the best decision I’ve ever made.
“We wholeheartedly recommend James Welcome to anyone in need of an immigration lawyer.”
My wife and I recently had the pleasure of working with James Welcome for our immigration case, and we couldn't be more satisfied with the service. Their professionalism, expertise, and dedication to our case are truly exceptional. It's not every day that you come across a legal team that goes above and beyond to ensure a positive experience, but that's exactly what we got.
“It was a pretty unsettling experience and you helped me a ton.”
Just wanted to take a second to thank you for helping me. It was a pretty unsettling experience and you helped me a ton. I know I have no real way to repay you but I wanted to tell you that I truly appreciate your help.
“I will definitely be recommending your services in the future.”
I just wanted to drop you a note to say a Huge thank you to you and your team, for all your assistance over the last 2 years. It has been a long road but I am finally at the end of it with green card in Hand.
For more than a century, the law has been simple. If you are born in the United States, you are a U.S. citizen. It is not something most people question. It is something families rely on. So why is this even being debated today? The Supreme Court heard oral arguments addressing whether birthright citizenship should …
If you are preparing to file an immigration case, you may feel confident in your situation. Your relationship is real, your eligibility for a marriage-based green card or family petition seems clear, and you have gathered what you believe are the right documents. So why do strong immigration cases still get denied? This is one …
If you are going through the immigration process right now, you have probably asked yourself this at some point. Can an immigration attorney actually help move my case faster? Can a lawyer improve my chances of approval? Or is this something I can handle on my own by just filing the paperwork? These are fair …
If your immigration case has been denied or is taking longer than expected, you are not alone. We speak with families across Connecticut every day who are in this exact position, trying to understand what went wrong and what they should do next. Maybe you followed every step. You filed your application, submitted your documents, …
If you are planning to visit the United States or have family members abroad hoping to come here, there is an important policy change you need to understand. The U.S. government is expanding its visa bond program, now requiring certain applicants from additional countries to post up to $15,000 as part of the visa process. …
Proving negligence in a Bridgeport slip-and-fall case requires demonstrating that a property owner knew (or should have known) about a hazard and failed to act. In Connecticut, building a strong premises liability case relies on gathering evidence quickly, often before the hazardous condition is cleaned, repaired, or altered. The property owner’s knowledge of the danger, …
Proving negligence in a Bridgeport workplace injury case involves demonstrating that a party failed to provide a safe environment, directly resulting in your injury. In Connecticut, this requires establishing four key elements: duty of care, breach of duty, causation, and damages. While most work injuries are covered by workers’ compensation (which does not require proving …
For many people seeking asylum in the United States, the process of asking for protection can take years. During that time, individuals and families are trying to rebuild their lives while their cases move through the immigration system. One of the most important things that allows asylum seekers to support themselves during this wait is …
Immigration policy in the United States continues to shift as courts weigh challenges to enforcement actions taken by the federal government. In a recent development, a federal appeals court allowed the Trump administration to continue deporting undocumented immigrants to countries other than their own while the broader legal battle moves forward. The decision temporarily pauses …
Immigration policy in the United States continues to evolve rapidly, and one of the most closely watched developments in recent weeks involves Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian nationals. A federal appeals court has ruled against the Trump administration’s effort to immediately end TPS protections for approximately 350,000 Haitians currently living in the United States. …
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