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VAWA Visa: What It Is, How It Works and FAQs
If you were abused by your U.S. citizen or permanent resident spouse (or former spouse) or parent, or by your U.S. citizen son or daughter who is 21 or older, a VAWA visa may let you apply for a green card on your own, without depending on that person. Below,
Letter of Support for an Immigrant: How to Write It and FAQs
Letters of support are part of many immigration cases. Family members, friends, employers, and community members write them to back up facts about the applicant. In this guide, Lorenzo Law Group answers the most common questions: how to write a letter of support for an immigrant, what a character reference
U Visa Qualifying Crimes: Full List and Who Qualifies
A U visa is available to victims of certain qualifying crimes in the U.S. who have information about the crime and help law enforcement. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) lists 28 categories of qualifying crimes, from domestic violence to witness tampering. Below you’ll find the full list of U
Immigration Lawyers in Silver Spring, MD: Our New Office Is Open
Lorenzo Law Group’s newest office is open in Silver Spring, Maryland. If you have been looking for an immigration lawyer in Silver Spring who explains your options clearly — in Spanish or in English — you can now meet with our team without leaving Montgomery County. The office opened on
Lorenzo Law Group Provides Insight on Increased Immigration Enforcement in Orlando
Carlos Lorenzo Provides Insight on Immigration Enforcement in Orlando Carlos Lorenzo, founder of Lorenzo Law Group, recently provided legal insight in an Orlando Sentinel article examining what increased immigration enforcement could mean for families, workers, and businesses throughout Central Florida. The article looks at how immigration enforcement has become a
Lorenzo Law Group Announces Orlando Office Expansion in AP News
AP News recently featured Lorenzo Law Group following the firm’s expansion into Orlando, Florida, marking another milestone in its mission to provide accessible, bilingual immigration legal representation to Hispanic families throughout the Southeast. The new Orlando office allows the firm to better serve individuals and families across Central Florida, including:
American Naturalization Certificate: How to Process It
For an immigrant in the United States, the American naturalization certificate is one of the most important documents. It represents the culmination of years of effort and access to full rights as a citizen. According to figures from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), in 2023 more than 878,500 people were naturalized in the
How long does it take to approve the i-130 spouse petition?
How long does it take for the i-130 spouse petition to be approved? The answer is not a fixed date, but a route with mandatory stops. Here’s the map: which stages come first, which documents speed up the review, and how to interpret the official times so you know exactly
What if I am denied residency by marriage in D.C.?
What if I am denied residency by marriage in D.C.? As an immigrant, it is normal to have doubts about this process. By resolving them, you can be prepared for the risks and know the legal path to explore alternatives. In the United States, marriage is one of the most common paths
How Do I Know If I Have a Deportation Order in the U.S.? (2026 Guide)
Lorenzo Law Group | Last updated: November 5, 2026 As an immigrant, it is common to wonder: how do I know if I have a deportation order in the U.S.? Uncertainty about your immigration status is one of the biggest concerns you can face, because it can close doors to
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