San Francisco Immigration Lawyers

Comprehensive Immigration Services in San Francisco, CA

The U.S. immigration system can be daunting to navigate, especially for people from other countries who may speak English as a second language. For immigrants and their families, having reliable and experienced legal support is essential to achieving their goals and securing their future. At Hafey & Karim, we are committed to providing a full range of immigration services to help address specific needs faced by immigrants. Whether you are seeking to reunite with family, pursue citizenship, or defend against deportation, our team offers compassionate support and dedicated legal advocacy every step of the way.

Family-Based Immigration

Family unity is an important issue considered by immigration officials. Family-based immigration allows U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents to petition for their relatives to join them in the United States. Our services in this area include:

• Immediate Relative visas: Assisting U.S. citizens in providing sponsorship for their spouses, children, and parents.
• Family Preference visas: Helping lawful permanent residents and U.S. citizens sponsor qualifying relatives.
• Fiancé visas: Guiding clients through the process of obtaining K-1 visas to bring their partners to the U.S. so that they can get married.

Citizenship and Naturalization

Becoming a U.S. citizen will provide a person with numerous benefits, including the right to vote, access to federal jobs, and protection from deportation. Our firm assists clients with naturalization applications. We provide guidance on the eligibility requirements and the documentation that must be submitted, and we work to ensure that they are fully prepared to answer questions during interviews and take tests for civics and English.

Asylum Protections

For those who are fleeing persecution in their home countries, the U.S. offers protection through asylum. We can assist with affirmative asylum applications, including gathering the necessary evidence to support claims of persecution and submitting the proper forms and documentation. We can also provide assistance with defensive asylum for those who are involved in deportation proceedings, including representing clients in immigration court hearings and advocating for their protection and safety in the United States.

Deportation Defense

Being detained by immigration officials or being involved in deportation proceedings can be one of the most stressful experiences for immigrants and their families. Our firm can help develop robust deportation defense strategies to protect our clients from removal. We can help determine the options that may be available in these situations, including withholding of removal, cancellation of removal, applying for waivers of inadmissibility, or requesting prosecutorial discretion. We will advocate for clients and argue their cases before immigration judges, and if necessary, we can pursue appeals of unfavorable decisions. Our goal is to help our clients prevent deportation and ensure that they and their families can continue living in the United States.

Green Cards

A Green Card will provide a person with the ability to maintain permanent residency in the U.S. Our firm offers comprehensive assistance with all aspects of the Green Card application process. We can help people in the United States apply for adjustment of status, ensuring that they provide the proper information to show that they meet all eligibility requirements to become lawful permanent residents. For those who are living in other countries, we can provide guidance on how to complete consular processing and receive immigrant visas and Green Cards.

VAWA Self-Petitions

The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) provides essential protections for immigrants who have been victims of domestic violence. Our firm assists clients with VAWA self-petitions that will allow abuse victims to receive protection against deportation and maintain residency in the U.S. We provide confidential, compassionate support in these situations, helping clients understand the steps they can take to protect their safety and obtain Green Cards and employment authorization.

Our Approach: Compassionate Support and Dedicated Advocacy

At Hafey & Karim, we are dedicated to providing compassionate assistance for immigrants and their families. We take the time to ensure that our clients can navigate the complex immigration system and achieve their goals as productive members of American society. We will also advocate on behalf of our clients when interacting with immigration officials, fighting to achieve the best possible outcomes in their cases. We always strive to ensure that our clients feel supported and are fully informed of their options throughout the entire legal process. You can trust our lawyers to serve as your steadfast advocates as you work to achieve your immigration goals.

Contact Our San Francisco and Dallas Immigration Lawyers

Hafey & Karim is here to help you address your immigration concerns. With our years of experience, we are prepared to address a wide range of legal matters, from visa and Green Card applications to deportation defense. Contact us online to schedule a free consultation and learn how we can provide the compassionate support and dedicated advocacy you need to navigate the U.S. immigration system successfully.