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Steps to Becoming A Naturalized U.S. Citizen
Becoming a U.S. citizen provides several benefits — the right to vote, for example — along with permanent residency and protection from deportation. But even small mishaps can cause the naturalization process to be delayed or possibly denied. The right guidance is...
Understanding The Different Powers of Attorney
Have you heard the term “power of attorney” and wondered what it is and if it would benefit you to have one? Let’s break it down. A power of attorney (frequently referred to as a POA) is a legal document. It grants a person you name the authority to make decisions for...
How a Criminal Conviction Can Impact Your Immigration Case
U.S. immigration laws are complex and in constant flux. They can be different from one month to the next, and navigating the immigration system without guidance can be difficult and overwhelming. Criminal convictions make this process more difficult. Any conviction...
Differences Between No-Fault and Fault Divorce
Foremost, people seek a divorce for varies reasons and based on their reasons, there are two ways to approach a divorce matter. Virginia has “no-fault” and “fault” divorces. In a no-fault divorce, you must live separate from your spouse without any interruptions for...
The 411 for Filing Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
There might come a time in your life when you have to consider filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. You've probably heard some small details about chapter 7 bankruptcy, but you might not know the truth about its qualifications and processes. This is some of the basic...
Marijuana Decriminalization Law Goes into effect July 1, 2020
Marijuana legislation is an important and rapidly changing subject when it comes to criminal law, which is something FIDE law specializes in. It's important to stay up to date on the marijuana laws of each state, and just recently, the state of Virginia has decided to...
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Government Shutdown — Cierre del Gobierno
Government shutdown--CIerre del gobierno: Does it affect your immigration case? Afectará el caso de inmigración? So what happens to my immigration case during the government "shutdown"? Well, it's complicated. The immigration courts will be closed. You should check...
Important Asylum News
Important for all asylum applicants: the government's new policy will be to give all asylum applicants a final hearing on their applications within 180 days of filing. This will put pressure on the applicants, the attorneys, and the immigration courts. In the past the...