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VAWA: Protection for Immigrant Victims of Abuse

Immigration rules can be hard to understand. But when someone has been hurt or badly treated by a family member who is a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) gives them...

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Mario Godoy - Owner/Attorney

VAWA: Protección para Inmigrantes Víctimas de Abuso

Las leyes de inmigración pueden ser difíciles de entender. Pero cuando una persona ha sido lastimada o maltratada por un familiar que es ciudadano estadounidense o residente permanente legal (titular de Green Card), la Ley de Violencia Contra la Mujer...

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Mario Godoy - Owner/Attorney

How Long Does It Take to Get a Green Card in 2026

Getting a U.S. Green Card means becoming a lawful permanent resident. But how long it takes can vary a lot depending on how you apply, your category, and whether visas are available. In 2026, timing will still depend on what...

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La Vida Después de DACA: Opciones para la Residencia Permanente

Si tienes DACA (Acción Diferida para los Llegados en la Infancia), es normal preguntarse: “¿Qué sigue ahora?” DACA te otorga permiso de trabajo y protección contra la deportación, pero no te da automáticamente una Green Card. Aun así, existen algunas...

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La Regla de los 3 Años vs. la Regla de los 5 Años para Residentes Permanentes: Por Qué Esto Importa en Tu Camino a la Ciudadanía

Convertirse en ciudadano estadounidense es el objetivo final para muchos inmigrantes y un logro importante que brinda seguridad, estabilidad y oportunidades como votar en elecciones, pedir a familiares y obtener un pasaporte de EE. UU. Una de las preguntas más...

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Mario Godoy - Owner/Attorney

The 3-Year Rule vs. 5-Year Rule for Green Card Holders – Why This Matters for Your Citizenship Journey

Becoming a U.S. citizen is the ultimate goal for many immigrants—and an important milestone that provides security, stability, and opportunities such as voting in U.S. elections, sponsoring family members, and obtaining a U.S. passport. But one of the most common...

Immigration

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...

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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,...

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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...