Asylum Services - Protection from Persecution
Asylum Overview
What is Asylum?
Understanding Protection from Persecution
Protection from Removal
Asylum grants protection from being returned to a country where you face persecution.
Path to Permanent Residence
After one year of asylum status, you can apply for a green card (permanent residence).
Work Authorization
Asylum applicants can apply for employment authorization 150 days after filing their case.
Family Inclusion
Unmarried children under 21 and spouses can be included in your asylum application.
Eligibility
Asylum Eligibility Requirements
Grounds for seeking asylum protection
Race-Based Persecution
Persecution due to your racial, ethnic, or tribal identity.
Religious Persecution
Persecution based on your religious beliefs, practices, or identity.
Political Opinion
Persecution for your political beliefs, activities, or perceived political opinions.
Nationality
Persecution based on your nationality or citizenship status.
Particular Social Group
Persecution based on membership in a defined social group (LGBTQ+, domestic violence survivors, etc.).
One-Year Filing Deadline
Generally must file within one year of arrival (exceptions apply for extraordinary circumstances).
Our Process
Asylum Application Process
Comprehensive legal support through each step
Confidential Consultation
Safe, private evaluation of your case and persecution claims with trauma-informed approach.
Evidence Gathering
Comprehensive collection of supporting evidence including country condition reports and expert testimony.
Application Preparation
Expert preparation of Form I-589 and detailed personal statement documenting persecution.
Filing & Timeline
Strategic filing within one-year deadline or establishing exceptional circumstances.
Court Representation
Expert representation at immigration court hearings and master calendar proceedings.
Final Decision
Support through final hearings and assistance with appeals if necessary.
Benefits
Asylum Protection Benefits
What asylum approval means for you and your family
Indefinite Protection
Permanent protection from deportation to country where you face persecution.
Work Authorization
Immediate eligibility to work legally in the United States upon approval.
Family Inclusion
Spouse and unmarried children under 21 can be included in your asylum application.
Path to Green Card
Eligible to apply for permanent residence one year after asylum approval.
Travel Document
Ability to obtain refugee travel document for international travel.
Social Services
Access to certain social services and benefits available to asylees.
Education Access
In-state tuition eligibility and access to educational opportunities.
Derivative Status
Family members receive same protection and benefits as principal asylee.
Professional Asylum Representation
Complete asylum legal services for $4,500 attorney fees. No government filing fee required. Free initial consultation to evaluate your case.
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Get expert legal representation for your asylum case
Asylum cases are complex and time-sensitive. Our experienced immigration attorneys understand the challenges you face and are here to guide you through every step of the process.
Emergency Consultations
Available 24/7 for urgent cases
Detained individuals
Immediate removal proceedings
Multilingual Services
Spanish
English
Interpreter services available
Confidential & Safe
All communications protected
Safe space for your story
No information shared with authorities
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