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In a major decision with national implications, the U.S. Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to move forward with ending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for more than 350,000 Venezuelan migrants—removing legal protections that have allowed them to live and work in the U.S. for years. The Court’s order lifts a prior block on the …

Yesterday, history was made. Cardinal Robert Prevost, an American with decades of experience serving poor and working-class communities in Peru, was elected the 267th pope of the Catholic Church. Taking the name Pope Leo XIV, he becomes the first American to ever lead the Church, and his background signals the potential for a new kind …

At The Law Offices of James A. Welcome, we believe legal work goes beyond the courtroom—it also happens through learning, community involvement, and the everyday conversations that guide how we support those we serve. This belief has been at the heart of our latest partnership with Sacred Heart University, where we’ve had the privilege of working …

The death of Pope Francis is being felt around the world—not just by members of the Catholic Church, but by countless immigrants and families who saw him as a true voice for justice and compassion. He wasn’t just a spiritual leader; he was someone who cared deeply about the struggles of real people, especially those …

In a narrow 5–4 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court has given the Trump administration the green light to continue using the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deport individuals accused of gang ties—without the protections typically granted in immigration court. This ruling overturns a lower court decision from U.S. District Judge James Boasberg, who had temporarily blocked …

The Law Offices of James A. Welcome is thrilled to announce an exciting partnership with Sacred Heart University’s Political Science Department. This collaboration, which spans the spring semester, will provide 30 students with a unique opportunity to shadow our legal team and complete 15 service-learning hours. The program is designed to give students a hands-on …

I’m excited to personally share some great news with you—The Law Offices of James A. Welcome has opened a new office location at 1 Lewis Street, 3rd Floor, Hartford, CT 06103! This is an important step forward for our firm, and I couldn’t be happier to bring our services closer to the Hartford community and …

This year marks the 17th anniversary of the Law Offices of James A. Welcome. We’ve spent nearly two decades dedicated to supporting immigrants and personal injury clients. Since opening in 2007, our focus has always been on guiding our clients through their most challenging times with top-notch legal guidance. Attorney James A. Welcome founded our …

After an extraordinary 51-year legal career, we extend our deepest congratulations to Attorney Peter C. Herbst as he retires from active legal practice. Peter joined the Law Offices of James A. Welcome as Of Counsel in September of 2023, bringing with him a wealth of experience, professionalism, and a deep commitment to the practice of …

The Biden administration has announced a significant new immigration initiative designed to promote family unity, and starting on Monday, August 19th, USCIS will begin accepting applications for the Family Unity Parole-in-Place Program. This program offers eligible non-citizen spouses and stepchildren of U.S. citizens the opportunity to stay together with their families while pursuing lawful permanent …

At the Law Offices of James A. Welcome, we proudly recognize and celebrate Juneteenth, a day that marks a pivotal moment in American history—the end of slavery and a step forward toward justice and equality. As we honor this significant day, we reflect on our firm’s commitment to upholding the principles of freedom and justice …