The Sojourner's Journey

Ryan Driscoll

May 1, 20222 min read

Immigration News - April 2022

The month of April 2022 was an extremely busy month for USCIS, and by extension, immigration lawyers. Here is a brief summary of...

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Recklessly Endangering Another Person (REAP)Third Circuit Analysis

Ryan Driscoll

Apr 11, 20223 min read

Recklessly Endangering Another Person (REAP)Third Circuit Analysis

How does REAP (Reckless Endangering Another Person) affect your immigration status? Pennsylvania Statue: A person commits a misdemeanor...

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Ryan Driscoll

Mar 29, 20222 min read

Breaking News on TPS for Afghanistan

Temporary status is granted to Afghans already living in the U.S. as of March 15th, 2022.

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Ryan Driscoll

Mar 29, 20225 min read

Marriage-Based Green Card Process

This article will explain the process for how a non-citizen, after marrying a U.S. Citizen, can then file for the spousal green card.

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Ryan Driscoll

Mar 25, 20223 min read

Applying For A Unlawful Presence Waiver

Why you need an I-601A Waiver when you entered the U.S. without a visa and how to apply for one

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U.S. Immigration Options for Ukrainians Impacted by the Russian Invasion of Ukraine

Ryan Driscoll

Mar 9, 20222 min read

U.S. Immigration Options for Ukrainians Impacted by the Russian Invasion of Ukraine

What are your options if you or a loved one is in danger in Ukraine?

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A Path Forward for Afghan Parolees in the US

Ryan Driscoll

Mar 7, 20223 min read

A Path Forward for Afghan Parolees in the US

A Path Forward for Afghan Parolees in the US. You have been paroled into the U.S. and received a work authorization, but what is your path

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I came to the U.S. and married my fiance within 90 days, but sadly, we are now divorced...

Ryan Driscoll

Feb 28, 20222 min read

I came to the U.S. and married my fiance within 90 days, but sadly, we are now divorced...

I came to the U.S. and married my fiance but sadly, we are now divorced. What if I'm in the middle of the adjustment of status process?

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Ryan Driscoll

Feb 23, 20222 min read

Fiance Visa Adjustment of Status

Everything You Need to Know About Fiance Visa Adjustment of Status Applications

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Can I Get Married While I'm In Immigration Court?

Ryan Driscoll

Feb 7, 20222 min read

Can I Get Married While I'm In Immigration Court?

Am I able to marry my fiancee or significant other while in the Immigration Court? the short answer is yes, but there is a lot more to it.

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Possible Relief in Immigration Court: Prosecutorial Discretion

Ryan Driscoll

Nov 19, 20214 min read

Possible Relief in Immigration Court: Prosecutorial Discretion

Prosecutorial Discretion: Immigration Court Relief

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Ryan Driscoll

May 29, 20212 min read

TPS for Haiti

On Friday May 22, 2021, the Department of Homeland Security designated Haitians who are present in the United States, as of May 21, 2021,...

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Sojourner Law

May 29, 20217 min read

Seeking Refuge...

Refuge...a place of safety and shelter from the storm. A place of protection from war and violence. A place of retreat from the battles...

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I entered the U.S. through the Visa Waiver Program...can I apply for a green card?

Ryan Driscoll

Mar 23, 20212 min read

I entered the U.S. through the Visa Waiver Program...can I apply for a green card?

The short answer is that you can ONLY apply for a green card if you are an immediate relative of a U.S. Citizen. See INA § 245(c(4); 8...

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Why is my Green Card only valid for two years?

Sojourner Law

Mar 17, 20211 min read

Why is my Green Card only valid for two years?

When you marry a United States Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident (aka, Green Card holder), it is an exciting day when USCIS grants you...

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When can I travel after filing my marriage-based green card?

Sojourner Law

Mar 15, 20211 min read

When can I travel after filing my marriage-based green card?

Many people who marry US Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident (aka, Green Card holder), are separated from family members in their home...

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Ryan Driscoll

Mar 4, 20212 min read

Past Crimes Can Prevent Naturalization

The Immigration and Nationality Act, Section 318, requires a naturalization applicant to show that he or she has been lawfully admitted...

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Long-term Absence from the U.S.A... one way to abandon your Green Card

Ryan Driscoll

Mar 3, 20212 min read

Long-term Absence from the U.S.A... one way to abandon your Green Card

Traveling internationally can be an exciting time that creates memories which often last a lifetime. However, for people who are not yet...

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Frequent International Traveler? When can you apply for Naturalization?

Ryan Driscoll

Mar 3, 20211 min read

Frequent International Traveler? When can you apply for Naturalization?

A frequent discussion that I have with people who want to naturalize as a U.S. Citizen is regarding the exact time they can apply for...

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Sojourner Law

Feb 27, 20212 min read

We Are All Sojourners...

"Hear my prayer, O LORD, and give ear to my cry; hold not Your peace at my tears! For I am a sojourner with You, a guest, like all of my...

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