Approximately 65,000 undocumented immigrants graduate high school each year, of which, five to ten percent continue their education and attend college. The pressing issue is whether or not undocumented students should be denied access to public higher education. Continue reading
How Are Immigration Laws Affecting You?
This week, the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments for and against the Arizona immigration law. Continue reading
Let’s make Immigration Practical, not Political
There’s nothing new about focusing on immigration reform during an election season. But we noticed something especially interesting recently. Continue reading
Undocumented Does Not Equal Unworthy
At The Law Offices of Azita M. Mojarad, one of our main goals is to help undocumented people become legal members of American society.
This article from Fox News Latino shows just how successful immigrants can be in America. It’s important to realize that immigrants like Salma Hayek, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Michael J. Fox were once undocumented but are now excellent role models.
If you need help becoming documented or have any questions about your immigration rights, contact The Law Offices of Azita M. Mojarad & Associates today. We might not be able to make you a movie star, but we certainly can advise and assist you in obtaining all of your legal rights.
High Tech Helps With Immigration
If the U.S. Congress does not pass the Dream Act, you may still be able to live the American dream. Continue reading
RefugeeOne
Q. What’s better than helping immigrants and refugees become American citizens and add value to America?
A. Seeing our community do the same thing.
Helpful Hotline
Immigrants face increased scrutiny these days, so it’s encouraging to see the government establish a service that could be helpful in extreme situations. Continue reading
Chicago: The New Land of Opportunity
Our firm was excited to hear Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s new plans to help immigrants not only find work, but start their own businesses, too. The mayor believes the initiatives will make Chicago the most immigration-friendly city in the world. Continue reading
Illinois DREAM Act
On May 30, 2011, the Illinois House of Representatives passed a state version of the DREAM Act in a move to help the children of undocumented Illinois residents to afford college. Continue reading
Changes to Visa Validity for Iranian Student Applicants in F, J, and M Visa Categories
As of May 20, 2011, qualified Iranian applicants for visas in the F, J, and M categories for non-sensitive, non-technical fields of study and research, and their dependents, will be eligible to receive two-year, multiple-entry visas. This is an increase in the current visa validity of three months, single entry. Continue reading