At Godoy Law Office Immigration Lawyers, we help immigrants in all 50 states make America their home. Each month, we hear from families and individuals with immigration questions shaped by changing laws, news headlines, and immigration policies. In May 2025, these are the top 5 questions our immigration lawyers are getting—and what you need to know to protect yourself and your loved ones.
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Many parents are worried about President Trump’s Executive Order 14160, which seeks to end birthright citizenship for children born in the U.S. to undocumented immigrants or those with temporary visas.
Here’s what you need to know: Several federal judges have blocked the order from taking effect – for now. The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled to hear consolidated cases on May 15. This issue could reshape the meaning of citizenship in America, but as of today, the law has not changed.
👉 If your child was born in the U.S., they are still considered a U.S. citizen unless and until the Supreme Court rules otherwise.
➡️ Need help understanding your child’s citizenship status? Schedule a call today with an immigration lawyer you can trust.
If you’re from Venezuela, Haiti, Cuba, or Nicaragua and were admitted under a humanitarian parole program, you’re likely concerned about what comes next.
Here’s the situation: The administration has ended several parole programs that granted temporary status, work permits, and deportation protection. If you entered the U.S. under one of these programs, you may now be required to leave or seek new legal options to remain.
📌 Contact an immigration attorney to explore asylum, adjustment of status, or family-based immigration before any removal action is taken.
➡️ If you came to the U.S. on humanitarian parole, let’s talk through your legal options.
Yes, a recent court ruling allows the IRS to share your tax records with immigration enforcement.
What this means: Filing taxes used to be seen as a sign of good moral character. Now, some immigrants fear that doing the right thing could be used against them. While this ruling is under appeal, we urge anyone concerned to speak with an attorney.
🛑 Do not stop filing taxes. Instead, talk to a legal expert to understand your risks and rights.
➡️ If you have questions about your tax status, call Godoy Law Office Immigration Lawyers to discuss your options.
Signed into law earlier this year, the Laken Riley Act requires mandatory detention of undocumented immigrants charged with certain crimes – including theft, assault, and even some misdemeanors.
Why it matters: Even a minor arrest could now lead to detention and immigration consequences. The law also gives states more power to sue the federal government for perceived failures in immigration enforcement.
⚠️ If you are undocumented and facing any criminal charges, call us immediately. Criminal and immigration law are deeply connected.
➡️ Immigration lawyer Mario Godoy handles immigrant criminal cases: often called crimmigration law.
Introduced in March, the American Families United Act would give immigration officials more discretion to prevent family separations – especially in cases involving U.S. citizens married to immigrants.
Good news: This bill has bipartisan support and could offer relief for mixed-status families. However, it’s not law yet.
💬 Stay informed, and talk with an attorney about what options you have now – not just what may come in the future.
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The immigration landscape is shifting fast in 2025. At Godoy Law Office, we know how overwhelming it can feel to keep up with changing laws. That’s why we’re committed to helping you understand your rights and protect your future.
🗓 Schedule a consultation today if you have questions about your status, your family’s options, or how these new laws might affect you.
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Yes. Godoy Law Office represents clients in all 50 states. Whether you live in Chicago, Miami, Los Angeles, or a rural town, we can help you navigate your immigration journey through phone, video, or in-person consultations.
Absolutely. Our offices are located in Oak Brook, and we regularly serve clients from Cook, DuPage, Will, Kane, and Lake Counties. If you’re looking for an immigration attorney near Chicago, we offer personalized local support with national experience.
The best way to find out is by speaking with an experienced immigration attorney. Many laws and executive orders target specific immigration categories, such as asylum seekers, undocumented individuals, or parole recipients. We’ll evaluate your status and help you understand your legal options.
Immigration Attorney Mario Godoy has years of experience guiding clients with immigration issues through the immigration process along with guiding clients through the criminal case. Godoy focuses on family-based immigration law, business immigration law, removal defense, and criminal defense representation of immigrants. A criminal charge or conviction can be devastating to your immigration case. With over a decade of immigration law experience and memories of family members who were deported due to bad legal advice, Godoy is committed to helping other immigrant families receive the legal justice they deserve. As a legal entrepreneur who practices immigration law, criminal law, estate and probate law, and running two successful law firms, Mario Godoy understands the importance of keeping families together and making a home and future in America.
