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What is an immigration court?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert
An immigration court is an EOIR administrative court where an immigration judge decides whether a noncitizen can stay in the U.S. or must be removed. These courts handle removal proceedings and applications for relief under federal immigration law, using procedures different from criminal courts. This article explains how immigration courts work, who appears there, and […]
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Immigration Procedures

What is an I-9 form?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert
The I-9 form (Employment Eligibility Verification) is a required USCIS document that U.S. employers must complete for every new hire within 3 business days. It verifies an employee’s identity and authorization to work, for citizens and non-citizens alike. This article explains what the I-9 is, who must complete it, and how employers stay compliant. Understanding […]
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Immigration Law

What is an immigration attorney?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert
An immigration attorney is a licensed lawyer who advises and represents clients in immigration matters, including visas, green cards, and removal defense. They prepare filings, communicate with USCIS and immigration courts, and help avoid delays or denials. This article explains what immigration attorneys do, when to hire one, and common case types. An immigration attorney […]
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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration

What is dual citizenship?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert
Dual citizenship means one person is legally recognized as a citizen of two countries at the same time. You may gain it by birth, parentage, naturalization, or marriage, depending on each nation’s laws. This article explains how dual citizenship is obtained and what rights, responsibilities, and limits it can create. Dual citizenship, also known as […]
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What is citizenship?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert
Citizenship is legal membership in a country, and the U.S. recognizes two main paths to it: birth and naturalization. Citizens gain specific rights (like voting) and responsibilities that non-citizens don’t have. This article explains what citizenship means and outlines natural-born and naturalized U.S. citizenship. Citizenship is your legal membership in a country. When you’re a […]
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What is a bond hearing?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert
A bond hearing is an immigration court proceeding where a judge decides if a detained person can be released and sets a bond amount (often $1,500 or more). The judge weighs flight risk and danger to the community based on evidence from both sides. This article explains detention, eligibility, the hearing process, and what happens […]
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What is an immigration hold?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert
An immigration hold (ICE detainer) is an ICE request that a local jail keep someone in custody for up to 48 hours after their scheduled release. It lets ICE decide whether to take the person into federal immigration custody for possible removal proceedings. This article explains how detainers work, common triggers, and key rights and […]
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Refugee Law

What is a refugee?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert
A refugee is a person outside their country with a well-founded fear of persecution for reasons like race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or social group under the 1951 Refugee Convention. They cannot safely return home and may qualify for international protection and basic rights. This article explains the definition, common causes of displacement, and what […]
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Temporary Protected Status

What is TPS?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) is a U.S. immigration program that grants temporary lawful status and work authorization to eligible nationals of designated countries. It applies when conditions like armed conflict, natural disasters, or extraordinary crises make return unsafe. This article explains eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply or renew TPS. Temporary Protected Status (TPS) […]
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Immigration Policy and Reform

What is DACA?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert
DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) is a 2012 U.S. policy that grants eligible people brought to the U.S. as children temporary deportation protection and a 2-year renewable work permit. It does not provide permanent legal status or citizenship, but allows recipients to live and work lawfully while protected. This article explains DACA basics, benefits, […]
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Deportation and Removal Defense Immigration Law
Immigration Procedures

What is removal proceedings?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert
Removal proceedings are formal immigration court cases in which the U.S. government seeks to deport a noncitizen. They begin after DHS issues a Notice to Appear and an immigration judge decides removability and any relief. This article explains the process, key hearings, rights, defenses, and possible outcomes. Removal proceedings are the formal legal process through […]
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