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Mario Godoy - Owner/Attorney

Life After DACA: Options for Permanent Residency

If you have DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals), you may wonder: “What comes next?” DACA gives work permission and protection, but it does not automatically give a green card. Still, there are a few ways to try to become...

USCIS

Mario Godoy - Owner/Attorney

USCIS Processing Times vs Real Time

For those who have played the waiting game with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), you understand the frustrations encountered during the processing time. With the extensive volume of petitions and applications for immigration benefits coming through USCIS each year,...

Green Cards

Mario Godoy - Owner/Attorney

How Long Can Green Card Holders Travel Outside the US?

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (USCIS) establishes specific regulations for international travel as a permanent resident and regulates green card holders' travel outside the US. Current regulations permit green card holders to leave and return to the United States...

Immigration

Mario Godoy - Owner/Attorney

How to Renew or Replace Your Green Card: A Simple 2025–2026 Guide

If you’re a permanent resident in the United States, your Green Card is more than just a piece of plastic — it’s your proof that you can live and work here. But what happens when it expires, gets damaged, or...

Immigration

Mario Godoy - Owner/Attorney

Adjustment of Status vs. Consular Processing: Which One Should You Choose?

If you want to get a green card, you usually have two main paths: Adjustment of Status (AOS) or Consular Processing (CP). Both lead to the same result—a chance to become a lawful permanent resident. But they work very differently,...

Deportation

Mario Godoy - Owner/Attorney

Facing Deportation in the U.S.? What You Need to Know and How Godoy Law Office Can Help

For immigrants living in the United States, few situations create more stress and uncertainty than facing deportation. The thought of being removed from the country where you live, work, and raise your family is overwhelming. On top of that, immigration...

Family

Mario Godoy - Owner/Attorney

¿Puedo Patrocinar a Mis Hermanos o Hijos Casados?

Si eres ciudadano estadounidense, quizá te preguntes: “¿Puedo traer a mi hermano o hermana a Estados Unidos?” o “¿Qué pasa con mi hijo(a) casado(a), puedo patrocinarlo también?” La respuesta corta es: sí, en muchos casos, pero hay reglas importantes y...

Family

Mario Godoy - Owner/Attorney

Can I Sponsor My Siblings or Married Children?

If you’re a U.S. citizen, you might wonder: “Can I bring my brother or sister to the U.S.?” Or maybe you think, “What about my married child — can I sponsor them too?” The short answer: yes, in many cases,...

Immigration

Mario Godoy - Owner/Attorney

Immigration Changes to Expect in 2026: What Immigrants Should Prepare for Now

The U.S. immigration system continues to evolve each year, and 2026 is expected to bring significant changes that will impact families, workers, asylum seekers, and Dreamers. Whether you are applying for a green card, renewing a work permit, or preparing...

Asylum / Refugee

Mario Godoy - Owner/Attorney

What Happens After You Apply for Asylum? A Simple Guide to What Comes Next

Applying for asylum in the United States is a brave and life-changing step. After sending your Form I-589 to USCIS, many people feel unsure or even scared because they don’t know what comes next. The truth is: you’re not alone....