Hurst, TX Immigration Lawyer

Caring Attorney Helping Immigrants Address Legal Issues in Hurst

For many people, immigration is an opportunity for a better life. However, immigrants in the United States may encounter obstacles during the process of applying for visas, green cards, or U.S. citizenship. If you need help becoming a lawful resident or citizen of the United States, our Hurst immigration lawyer can provide you with legal advice and representation.

At The Meza Law Firm, PLLC, we are ready to fight for your rights. Attorney Edwardo Meza has an advanced understanding of criminal defense and immigration law, allowing him to effectively defend non-U.S. citizens in criminal cases and help them meet their legal requirements during the immigration process. When you work with our firm, you will receive Attorney Meza's full attention, and he will provide you with one-on-one guidance.

Family-Based Immigration

A large number of immigrants who come to the United States do so through sponsorship from a family member. A U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident can apply for visas on behalf of certain family members. Upon approval, an immigrant will be able to enter the country, and they will have a pathway to become a lawful permanent resident and eventually apply for citizenship. However, both the immigrant and the sponsor will need to meet multiple requirements during the application process. The complexity of these cases can make it difficult for families to understand exactly what steps they will need to take, which is why legal representation can be crucial.

At The Meza Law Firm, PLLC, we can assist with visa applications and related issues, including:

• Marriage Petitions: A U.S. citizen who is married to a citizen of another country can apply for an Immediate Relative visa for their spouse. Lawful permanent residents can also apply for visas on behalf of their spouses, although these Family Preference visas may take longer to be approved. We can provide guidance on the procedures that must be followed during the application process, helping to ensure that spouses can be reunited in the United States.
• Fiancé Visas: In situations where a couple has not yet gotten married, they can apply for a visa that will allow a person to come to the United States for the purpose of marriage. As with other types of visas, specific requirements will need to be met by the U.S. citizen sponsor and the foreign fiancé. We can help ensure that a couple will follow the correct steps to get married in the U.S. so the foreign spouse can maintain a legal status.
• Consular Processing: Depending on where a family member is currently living, they may need to apply for a visa through the U.S. consul in their home country. We can help families understand the steps that they will need to follow, and we will work to ensure that they can meet all requirements to receive approval for a visa.

In addition to helping with visa applications and related procedures, we will work with clients to ensure that they will be able to receive green cards. Recognition as a lawful permanent resident of the United States can provide a person with many benefits, including the ability to work for U.S. employers, to live anywhere within the country, to travel to other countries and return to the U.S., to sponsor other family members for immigration, and to eventually become a citizen of the United States.

Applying for Citizenship

Becoming a U.S. citizen can be greatly beneficial. However, applying for citizenship is a long, complicated process best done with the help of an immigration attorney. To be considered for citizenship, you must have lived in the country for five years—or three years after marrying and living with a U.S. citizen. You must also be proficient in written and spoken English unless you have a learning disability that would make this difficult or impossible.

Among other requirements, people looking to become citizens may have to show good moral character, and they must pass a civics test to show that they have an understanding of U.S. history and the structure of the government. At The Meza Law Firm, PLLC, we can help you prepare for a citizenship application and answer any questions from immigration officials.

Meet With a Hurst, Texas Immigration Attorney Today

If you or a loved one is dealing with legal problems related to immigration, our Hurst immigration lawyer at The Meza Law Firm, PLLC is ready to help you. We protect our clients in and out of court, keeping immigrants informed of their rights during important legal proceedings. To get started with an initial consultation, you can call us at 817-732-6392 or contact us online.