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Mario Godoy - Owner/Attorney

FAQs: When Does My Time As a Permanent Resident Begin?
If you are not a U.S. citizen, your authorized period of residency in the United States must have an official starting date and ending date. Your time as a Permanent Resident begins on the date you were granted permanent resident...
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Chicago Welcomes Hundreds of #NewUSCitizens In Local Naturalization Ceremonies
  In celebration of Constitution Day and Citizenship Day 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) held naturalization ceremonies throughout the greater Chicago area in September and October that welcomed immigrants as #NewUSCitizens: On September 13, 2024, a naturalization ceremony...
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Godoy Law Office Immigration Lawyers Opens Office In Waukegan
Godoy Law Office Immigration Lawyers is proud to announce we have opened our 6th location in the Chicago area. Our new office is located in Waukegan, Illinois, and will make it more convenient for people in the North and Northeast...
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6 Reasons Green Card Holders Should Apply for Citizenship Now
A recent article in the New York Times analyzed why immigrants are becoming U.S. citizens at the fastest rate in 10 years. The government has reduced the application backlog. With citizenship application processing speed now under 5 months, it is...
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Wrigley Field Welcomes Nearly 1000 in #NewUSCitizen Ceremony
Nearly 1,000 new U.S. citizens from 97 countries took the Oath of Allegiance at Chicago's Wrigley Stadium on August 8 as they achieved their American Dream to become a #NewUSCitizen.  "Today, you honor us by helping continue our tradition of...
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100 Days: Can I Become a US Citizen and Vote in the Presidential Election?
With the presidential election just around the corner, many immigrants are eager to participate in this pivotal moment for the country. The countdown to Election Day has begun, and with only 100 days left, many green card holders wonder if...
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New Naturalization Form N-400 Fee Reduction Guidelines
New immigration fees went into effect for many immigration services, including naturalization application Form N-400, effective April 1, 2024. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) increased the fees for many purposes, including increasing staff, meeting contract costs, improving adjudicator training,...
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Conquering the Civics Test: Your Key to US Citizenship
Congratulations! You've embarked on an exciting journey towards becoming a U.S. citizen. As an immigration attorney, I see many clients eagerly anticipate their naturalization interview but often express nervousness about the civics test. Fear not! This short guide will equip...
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Chicago White Sox Host #NewUSCitizen Ceremony
The Chicago White Sox celebrated a beautiful day at the ballpark on May 15 by hosting a naturalization ceremony for 25 individuals from 17 countries. These individuals took an important step by becoming United States Citizens! Congratulations to the new...
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¿Necesito contratar a un abogado para naturalizarme?
Alguien puede convertirse en ciudadano de los Estados Unidos por nacimiento, derivación, por naturalización de uno de los padres o por naturalización. No es necesario que contrate a un abogado para gestionar su solicitud de naturalización.  Sin embargo, la ley...
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