Asylum & Humanitarian Visas

Individuals who have been harmed (“persecuted”) or fear persecution in their home country may be able to apply for asylum, either before the immigration court or before the Asylum Office.
Kati has successfully represented asylum-seekers for many years and she and her team have gained significant experience in gently eliciting difficult details about a client’s past to determine eligibility and prepare a case for success.

If you have been a victim of crime within the U.S, such as domestic violence, assault, or trafficking, you may be eligible for a temporary visa. This process can be complex. The attorney recommends a thorough evaluation before proceeding with your case.

Kati also has experience in applying for Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) status for children who have been abused, abandoned, or neglected. These visas require special findings from a state court judge. As with other types of visa, SIJ visas are complex and should be evaluated by an attorney before applying. Kati would be happy to discuss the multi-step process with you so you can better understand the risks and benefits of pursuing this status.

Examples of asylum and humanitarian visas include:

• I-589, Application for Asylum and Withholding of Removal
• I-918, Application for U Nonimmigrant Status, including U Visa Certification
• I-914, Application for T Nonimmigrant Status
• I-821, Application for Temporary Protected Status
• I-360, Application for VAWA
• I-360, Application for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status
• I-131, Application for Parole-in-Place for Certain Family Members of U.S. Military Enlistees

Many individuals who receive asylum or a humanitarian visa may be eligible for permanent residence (greencard). Kati is happy to discuss your eligibility for permanent residence during your consultation, including the timeframe for applying, required waivers, and waitlists.