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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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norwalk
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new haven
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 …
With Title-42 phasing out in May, the Biden administration is weighing other options to deter immigration. With the higher influx of migrants expected, the administration may consider detaining migrant families who enter the United States illegally. Although not officially announced, this proposal would cause undue harm to migrant families. Over three years, the United States …
The concept of deportation is frightening, isolating, and overwhelming. If one of your loved ones faces deportation, contact a Connecticut immigration attorney to discuss your options. One minor run-in with the law, even for individuals with green cards, can place deportation on the table. Deportation would mean stripping them from their job, home, family, friends, …
Last week, President Biden declared an end to the government’s long-standing Covid national emergency. After nearly three years in effect and millions of lives lost from the deadly virus, the administration is seeking to do away with emergency benefits that supported millions. In December of last year, the Supreme Court halted the administration’s attempt to …
The Trump-era rule that has been used by the Biden administration over a million times has prevented asylum seekers from entering the United States under “public health” concerns. In March 2020, the program was enacted to prevent the spread of Covid by denying entry to migrants. Although its earliest intention was somewhat understandable during the …
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 the first time in four years, the federal government is expected to begin accepting new applications for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. This proposal, presented by the Justice Department and immigrant advocates to a federal judge, could reopen a pathway for thousands of young immigrants who have been waiting for the …
Today, October 1, 2025, the federal government officially shut down after Congress failed to agree on a spending bill. For millions of Americans, the term “government shutdown” has become all too familiar. But for immigrants, their families, and the communities that depend on immigration services, this shutdown carries a unique set of consequences. What happens …
If your future in the U.S. now carries a $100,000 price tag, what choices do you make? Do you push ahead with the H-1B despite the cost, or look for a different visa? If you’re an employer, can you justify that investment for every new hire, or do you scale back and risk losing the …
The U.S. Supreme Court recently decided that immigration agents can continue conducting raids in Los Angeles without needing “reasonable suspicion” to stop individuals. This means that factors like speaking Spanish, looking a certain way, or simply being in a location where undocumented immigrants are often found, like a bus stop or construction site can now …
In a massive enforcement action at a Hyundai manufacturing facility in Georgia, federal immigration agents detained 475 individuals suspected of working without lawful status. The raid wasn’t small, accidental, or isolated. It was judicially authorized, coordinated across agencies including ICE, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), the FBI, and the DEA and it’s a clear sign of …
I am honored to share some exciting news with you. On October 15th, we will officially open the doors to our newest office in New Haven, located at 59 Elm Street, Suite 550, New Haven, CT 06510. This new office is just steps from the New Haven courthouse, and right in the heart of a community …
Most Connecticut drivers know they’re supposed to carry auto insurance, but fewer stop to ask: Why? Is it just another bill that goes to your insurance company every month, or is it something that could save your financial future in a single moment? At The Law Offices of James A. Welcome, we’ve represented clients who …
Imagine you’re facing an immigration hearing tomorrow. You’ve prepared, gathered documents, maybe even hired a lawyer. But when you step into court, the judge sitting in front of you isn’t from the immigration bench. They’re wearing a military uniform. They’re not a judge by profession, they’re a military attorney, temporarily assigned to decide your future. …
We are proud to announce that The Law Offices of James A. Welcome is continuing its community partnership with Sacred Heart University for the Fall 2025 semester. This marks the second time we’ll serve as a community partner for students in the Political Science and Global Affairs department, led by Professor Kate O’Gara. We’re excited …
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has just announced a major change that could impact how thousands of immigration applicants pay their filing fees. Effective immediately, applicants can now authorize USCIS to debit their U.S. bank account directly by submitting Form G-1650, Authorization for ACH Transactions, along with their application, petition, or request. This change …
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