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Citizenship & Naturalization​

Trusted Los Angeles Citizenship Lawyers Helping You Navigate Naturalization With Confidence

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Reliable Citizenship Lawyer for you

United States Citizenship & Naturalization

Applying for U.S. citizenship is a very important step, and we provide personalized guidance to help you navigate the naturalization process with confidence.

Message from Attorney Doreen:

For more than 20+ years, I have helped lawful permanent residents navigate the citizenship process. Before recommending that a client file for naturalization, I carefully review their immigration history, travel history, and any issues that could create problems with USCIS. My goal is not simply to submit an application. My goal is to help you become a U.S. citizen while protecting the immigration status you already have.

If you want to become an American citizen or have citizenship questions, please contact us to discuss your case.

 

How We Help Your Citizenship Application

We work with you to help you become a U.S. citizen with minimal problems. 
Here are some ways we assist you with your citizenship process:

  • Review your case for problems from your immigration or travel history
  • We evaluate your background, arrests or criminal convictions, if any, to avoid the denial of citizenship, or loss of your green card.
  • Prepare and file your citizenship application
  • Answer your questions and concerns
  • Respond to Requests for Evidence from the USCIS
  • Guide you with advice and solutions
  • Request a waiver for the civics test due to age, or medical disability
  • Prepare you for the citizenship interview
  • Attend your interview
  • Conduct inquiries with the USCIS until your case is over
SHE MADE IT HAPPEN!! I am so excited to share that Doreen Emenike is an awesome, focused, professional INS attorney that can help you! She and her staff got me to the finish line after many years of my own back and forth efforts in vain!! I, today because of THIS FIRM am a Citizen of the United States of America! I am so grateful of this firm and Doreen Emenike I cannot thank you enough!
CarmenU.S. Citzen

Can I Apply for U.S. Citizenship?

You may qualify if you:

  • Have held a green card for at least 5 years (or 3 years through marriage to a U.S. citizen)
  • Meet residence and physical presence requirements
  • Demonstrate good moral character
  • Pass the English and civics requirements (unless exempt)

Every case is different. Travel outside the United States, criminal arrests, prior immigration violations, tax issues, or past misrepresentations can affect eligibility. We review these issues before filing.

A Citizenship Interview at USCIS &; Citizenship Updates

Victories

How to respond to a USCIS Notice of Intent to Deny (NOID)

Common Citizenship Problems We Help Solve

  • Long trips outside the United States
  • Criminal arrests or convictions
  • DUI history
  • Past immigration mistakes
  • Failure to register for Selective Service
  • Tax filing concerns
  • Previous USCIS denials
  • N-648 medical disability waivers
  • English and civics exemptions
  • Risk of green card issues during naturalization

Before You Apply for Citizenship

Applying too soon can create problems. Before filing Form N-400, consider:

  • Extended trips abroad
  • Criminal arrests
  • Tax issues
  • Outstanding child support
  • Prior immigration violations
  • False claims to U.S. citizenship

Filing a citizenship application may cause the USCIS to review your entire immigration history. We review potential issues before filing to reduce the risk of delays or denials.

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If you want to discuss your immigration questions or concerns, please contact us for an appointment.
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Our Experience

At our law office, we understand that immigration matters affect your future and your family. Because every case is different, we take the time to understand your situation and identify the best path forward.

We review your immigration history, determine whether you may need waivers, pardons, or other forms of immigration relief, and prepare the necessary applications and supporting documents for USCIS, immigration courts, and government agencies.

We guide you through each step of the process, including preparing for interviews and appointments, while keeping you informed about your case and immigration requirements.

How we've Helped clients

A native of Mexico, Mr. H is a qualified French chef who hired our Law Offices to help him obtain a green card so that he could work in the U.S. legally at a Los Angeles area French restaurant. We filed his Labor Certification petition and after this was approved we successfully filed for his green card application.

Mr. R., a native of Belize and a U.S. citizen, had his first green card application denied when he had used a ‘notario’ or immigration consultant. After this, when Mr. R hired our law office for help our goal was to provide him with a fast, and successful process. In addition to taking care of all the problems which had led to his previous denial, we provided Mr. R with periodic updates regarding his daughter’s petition and addressed any questions or concerns that he had along the way. Eventually, Mr. R’s family visa petition was approved and his daughter was able to enter the U.S. legally as a legal permanent resident.
Ms. M had not filed her two minor sons’ I-751 petitions to Remove the Conditions of Residence before their legal residency cards (‘green cards’) expiration date. After she noticed that their green cards had expired, she contacted our law office to seek help for she was concerned that the USCIS would deport her children back to their native Philippines where they did not have anyone to care for them. After a thorough analysis of her case, we filed an I-751 petition with the USCIS with strong legal arguments in support of her sons’ late applications and good supporting documents. Their application was approved after a few months and the children were able to get their permanent green cards.
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