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Our hardworking deferred action attorneys at Benach Collopy has been involved in efforts to obtain immigration benefits for DREAMers for several years. Benach represented Walter Lara, one of the first
Deferred action has emerged as the tool of choice for the Department of Homeland Security to provide some form of status and stability for millions of immigrants. Benach Collopy attorneys
The process for obtaining citizenship can be lengthy. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has a backlog in deciding all types of applications, which often causes processing delays
Airports and border crossings are inherently high-stress environments—especially for immigrants navigating identity checks and legal scrutiny. For transgender individuals, the experience often involves additional hurdles related to gender presentation, documentation,
Transgender individuals navigating the U.S. immigration system face layered challenges—some legal, many life-threatening. Around the world, trans people are disproportionately targeted by state violence, social stigma, and gender-based abuse. For
LGBTQ+ individuals have long migrated to the United States seeking safety, recognition, and belonging—but for much of U.S. immigration history, federal law actively excluded them. For decades, sexual orientation and
A Path to Love and Legal Status: K-1 Fiancé(e) Visas for Same-Sex Couples Same-sex couples have the legal right to marry in the United States—and the K-1 fiancé(e) visa provides
Since 2000, the United States has recognized and accepted asylum claims based upon gender identity. In this article, we will focus on asylum for transgender individuals, its historical precedent, and
Standing with the LGBTQ+ Community: Legal Advocacy at Benach Pitney Reilly Immigration Since 2012, the team at Benach Pitney Reilly Immigration has provided fierce, affirming legal representation for LGBTQ+ immigrants
The United States has recognized asylum claims based upon sexual orientation since 1994. Asylum lawyers at Benach Pitney Reilly Immigration have been at the forefront of expanding opportunities for LGBTQ
Key Highlights The K-1 visa lets the foreign fiancé(e) of a U.S. citizen come to the U.S. to get married. The steps include filing a petition, applying for a visa,
How does U.S. asylum policy work? U.S. asylum law allows individuals who fear persecution in their home country based on their race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a
Starting a life together in the United States with a loved one often involves navigating complex immigration rules. For couples aspiring to join together in the U.S., understanding the details
United States law provides options for people from other countries who need protection from harm in their home nations. One of these options is called affirmative asylum, which is one
Defensive asylum can be a vital form of protection for individuals facing deportation proceedings in immigration court. It offers a path to safety for those at risk of deportation, giving