Applying for asylum can raise immediate concerns about more than your own safety. If you have a spouse or children, you may also be worried about their immigration status and whether they can receive protection through your case. U.S. immigration law allows certain qualifying family members to receive derivative asylum based on the principal applicant’s […]

Federal agencies have recently announced increased scrutiny of asylum filings, including direction for ICE to develop policies aimed at addressing fraudulent claims. For people seeking protection in the United States, this makes one point especially important: an asylum application must be truthful, detailed, consistent, and supported by strong evidence whenever possible. For individuals and families […]

Seeking asylum in the United States can be a complex and overwhelming process. For many individuals and families arriving in Cleveland, the focus is often on finding safety, securing housing, obtaining employment, and adjusting to life in a new country. Unfortunately, some asylum seekers may not realize that there are strict deadlines that can affect […]

For many people seeking safety in the United States, the legal process is often as stressful as the journey that brought them here. A common and urgent question for our clients at Bartell, Georgalas & Juarez in Columbus, Ohio, is, "Can the government deport me while my asylum application is still in progress?" The brief […]

Every year, people from around the world come to the United States in search of safety and stability. Many have endured threats, violence, or oppression in their home countries, and asylum offers a legal path to protection when returning home would place them in danger. Understanding the most common reasons individuals pursue asylum helps shed […]