Right now, immediate relatives of U.S. citizens in Florida face a median I-130 wait of 14–16 months, while preference-based categories (siblings, married children, permanent residents’ families) can see delays of 7 to 20 years. If you’re ready for answers, not averages, here’s exactly where the wait comes from—and how a knowledgeable immigration lawyer in Lakeland […]
DownloadFamily-based green cards allow U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents to help close relatives gain residency and, eventually, a path to citizenship. The process may seem straightforward, but the eligibility categories, required documentation, and timelines vary widely based on the petitioner’s status and the relationship involved. If you are considering bringing a family member to […]
DownloadFlorida welcomes more new Americans than almost every other state, yet the very popularity that makes the Sunshine State so vibrant also clogs its USCIS calendars. A local attorney times your Form N-400 filing to the day, monitors Tampa-area field-office queues, and checks every document for accuracy before a single page reaches the government. Because […]
DownloadEvery successful visa or green-card story starts with a disciplined plan. Espinoza Law Offices builds that plan from day one, so approvals arrive sooner and with fewer setbacks. Below you will find every major step, the paperwork involved, and the specific ways an attorney protects your time, job offer, and family status. If you are […]
DownloadIf you have received a Notice to Appear (NTA) the government is asking an immigration judge to order your deportation. That outcome is not inevitable. In fiscal-year 2025, more than half of individuals who secured counsel won some form of relief, compared with barely one-third of unrepresented respondents who even finished their cases. Working quickly […]
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