Immigration Law

Kentucky's construction industry needs skilled foreign workers to fill vital roles. From Louisville's urban expansion to Shelbyville's growing infrastructure, the demand for experienced construction professionals keeps rising. Let's explore the legal options for...

A marriage green card can offer couples the opportunity to reside permanently in the U.S. Unfortunately, this system was abused in the past through sham marriages (marriages solely for immigration purposes. Now, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)...

There are many different ways for immigrants to break the law and put their status at risk. Some types of illegal behavior are more serious issues than others. Most traffic violations, for example, do not carry any kind of immigration penalties. That may include...

Non-citizens charged with domestic violence-related charges may also face the severe consequence of deportation. American immigration laws are stringent when it comes to crimes involving moral turpitude, and domestic violence is no exception.  Take swift action after...

When a foreign national is detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), it can feel like that’s the end of their American dream. However, detention does not have to turn their lives upside down. By leveraging an immigration bond, they can work to secure...

If you’re a U.S. citizen with a spouse who’s an unauthorized (undocumented) immigrant, you likely know that you’re far from alone. That doesn’t make the situation any easier.  Hundreds of thousands of undocumented spouses of citizens feel they’ve had no practical...

The document that people call a green card is technically a permanent resident card. It is an indicator that an individual can stay in the United States of America indefinitely. While permanent residents do not have all of the same rights and privileges as citizens...

If you want to reunite with your family after immigrating to the United States, you could be wondering if it's possible to sponsor them to join you. The short answer is maybe as it’s subject to certain conditions and requirements. Whether you can sponsor family...

The immigration process can leave people very vulnerable to misconduct from others. An immigrant's status often depends on their relationships. People may enter the United States to get married or rejoin a spouse. They may follow their parents to the country....

An employment visa allows you to stay in the United States. But you often have to take a specific job in order to get – and keep – the visa. Your employer may have sponsored it, showing the government that they would like to hire you because of your skills or...