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Mario Godoy - Owner/Attorney

How Long Can Green Card Holders Travel Outside the US?

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (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

Immigration Lawyer Aurora IL: What to Look For and Why It Matters

At Godoy Law Office, we have helped 6,000+ immigrants across Illinois build their futures here, from Aurora to Chicago and beyond. If you are searching for an immigration lawyer in Aurora, IL, you likely have real stakes and real questions....

Immigration

Mario Godoy - Owner/Attorney

¿Pueden deportarte por un delito menor (Misdemeanor)?

Muchos inmigrantes creen que solo los delitos graves pueden conducir a la deportación. Sin embargo, la ley de inmigración funciona de manera diferente a la ley penal. Incluso si un delito está clasificado como un misdemeanor (delito menor) bajo la...

Immigration

Mario Godoy - Owner/Attorney

Can You Be Deported for a Misdemeanor?

Many immigrants believe that only serious crimes lead to deportation. But immigration law works differently than criminal law. Even if a crime is labeled a misdemeanor under state law, it may still cause immigration problems. In some situations, a misdemeanor...

Immigration

Mario Godoy - Owner/Attorney

Ayuda de Inmigración para personas con antecedentes penales: Lo que debes saber

Muchos inmigrantes temen que un error cometido en el pasado arruine su futuro en Estados Unidos. Si tú o alguien que conoces tiene antecedentes penales, es posible que sientas preocupación por consecuencias migratorias como la detención o la deportación. La...

Parole

Mario Godoy - Owner/Attorney

BIA Overturns Arrabally: What the New Advance Parole Ruling Means

If you have a pending adjustment of status application and have been relying on advance parole to travel outside the United States, a recent Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) decision could affect your plans. The BIA overturned a long-standing precedent...

Green Cards

Mario Godoy - Owner/Attorney

How Long Does it Take to Get a Green Card After the Interview?

Waiting for the U.S. government to make a decision could cause a lot of anxiety, especially after you have already completed your immigration interview. You have worked hard, gathered papers, and answered personal questions as the United States Citizenship and...

Green Cards

Mario Godoy - Owner/Attorney

Does a Green Card Expire?

Holding a green card represents safety, stability, and often the realization of a lifelong dream for many immigrants. However, an upcoming expiration date could leave you worrying about your family’s future in the U.S. To protect the life you have...

Immigration

Mario Godoy - Owner/Attorney

Immigration Help for People With a Criminal Record: What You Should Know

Many immigrants worry that a past mistake will ruin their future in the United States. If you or someone you know has a criminal record, you may feel scared about immigration consequences like detention or deportation. The good news is...

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Mario Godoy - Owner/Attorney

Best Free Resources for Immigrants Preparing for the U.S. Civics Test

Becoming a U.S. citizen is a big step. One important part of the process is the U.S. civics test. This test asks questions about American history and government. The good news? You do not have to study alone — and...