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Risks related to using US citizen documents being an immigrant

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Risks related to using US citizen documents being an immigrant

These risks are not just related to using US citizen official documents to enter the country but als...

María Mendoza Risks related to using US citizen documents being an immigrantMaría Mendoza

Published: April 10, 2023
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Donald Trump signs executive orders impacting immigration in the U.S.

I am attorney María Mendoza, an immigration lawyer. Last Monday, January 20, Trump took offic...

María Mendoza Donald Trump signs executive orders impacting immigration in the U.S.María Mendoza

Published: January 23, 2025
I-589 asylum application form and pen over US flag

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Alternatives to asylum to regularize migratory status if just entered the US.

Those who just migrated to the US due to difficult situations in their home country, like violence, ...

María Mendoza Alternatives to asylum to regularize migratory status if just entered the US.María Mendoza

Published: January 4, 2024
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Returning lawfully to the United States after deportation or unlawful presence.

Returning lawfully to the United States after a deportation order or unlawful presence can be a comp...

María Mendoza Returning lawfully to the United States after deportation or unlawful presence.María Mendoza

Published: February 23, 2024
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I entered the US without documents. Was my entry illegal?

Some individuals may have entered the US illegally due to a lack of a passport and/or visa.   T...

María Mendoza I entered the US without documents. Was my entry illegal?María Mendoza

Published: February 20, 2023