Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get work authorization?
As a general rule, an immigrant can become eligible to receive work authorization after he or she has started the process to legalize. Because of that, there are several ways to approach this because of the different routes towards legalization. For example, an applicant becomes eligible for work authorization after applying for a green card. On the other hand, another person who is pursuing an asylum claim for over half a year can also become eligible to work.
Consult with an attorney at Joyce & Associates for more information on what you can specifically do to get work authorization. To schedule a consultation, email info@joyceassociates.com or go to http://joyceassociates.com/contact.
How can I bring my children over from my country?
This depends on your status. For example, green card holders or citizens can begin consular processing, and asylees can file the I-730 Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition.
For more information, you can schedule a consultation with Judge Joyce by contacting the firm. Email info@joyceassociates.com, or call at (617) 523 - 1500.
My spouse came into the United States without a visa – is he eligible for a greencard?
If your spouse entered without inspection (EWI, in immigration lingo) than that will complicate his or her process significantly. The short answer is yes, there are ways that he or she can become a green card holder, but it is a much longer process, with more chances for denial. Your spouse has to return to his or her home country for a period of time before receiving his or her green card.
However, this process is very specific to the precise situation that your spouse is in. It is difficult to provide a general answer, so it is best to schedule a consultation with Judge Joyce. Please contact us at info@joyceassociates.com or (617) 523-1500.
My asylum application was denied in the immigration court. What are my options?
If your asylum has been denied in the immigration court and you feel that the reasons are flawed, you can appeal it with the Board of Immigration Appeals. This involves writing a legal brief explaining why the Immigration Judge erred in his or her decision.