At The Law Offices of James A. Welcome, we take pride in fighting for those who have been forced to flee their home countries in search of safety and freedom. One of our recent asylum victories involved a young man from Nicaragua who came to the United States after being persecuted for standing up against
The Trump administration has launched a self-deportation initiative, offering $1,000 and paid travel to undocumented immigrants who voluntarily leave the United States. This plan, now operated through the repurposed CBP Home app, urges individuals to turn themselves in, give up their right to due process, and exit the country—often without fully understanding the legal protections
If you are an immigrant living in the United States, it’s important to know that new legal requirements are about to take effect—and they could have a major impact on your future. Starting April 11, 2025, many individuals will be required to officially register with the U.S. government by completing Form G-325R, submitting fingerprints if
The Supreme Court has once again stepped in to block the Trump administration from proceeding with deportations under the Alien Enemies Act, a rarely used wartime law from the 18th century. The decision comes just two weeks after the Court initially allowed the administration to conduct a wave of expedited deportations using this law. This
An encounter with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) can be frightening—especially for undocumented immigrants and their families. But it’s important to understand that you have rights under the U.S. Constitution, regardless of your immigration status. The key is to know what those rights are, how to use them, and how to ensure your family is
A major immigration court ruling has delivered important legal protection to more than 500,000 migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela—individuals who entered the United States legally through the Biden administration’s CHNV parole program. On April 14, a federal judge determined that the Trump administration cannot revoke their immigration parole status without a full, case-by-case
Falling in love with someone from another country can be exciting and life-changing—but it can also raise a lot of legal questions. If you’re a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident and want to bring your partner to live with you in the United States, you’ll need to go through the immigration process the right
