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Our experienced New York City asylum lawyers have experience in every facet of immigration law and will bring that to bear to reach the best possible result in your asylum application process. The Law Office of Thomas D. Wilson is one of the fastest-growing immigration law firms in the country. We provide a team of experts on immigration law to offer legal assistance for every complication you might face throughout your asylum application process. Contact an asylum lawyer from our legal team today so we can get started working on your case.
If you are currently seeking asylum here in the United States, you mustn’t leave your case to chance. By hiring a seasoned New York immigration lawyer from our firm to represent you, you stand a far greater chance of being granted the asylum you need to live a safe and prosperous life.
The United States offers its protection to people who face dangerous persecution in their home countries. To qualify for political asylum in the United States you must present yourself to immigration authorities and claim a well-founded fear of persecution based on your:
The persecution you cite on your application must usually be significant, such as human rights violations, torture, unlawful or political detention, physical violence, or infliction of serious emotional distress. Threats of harm may sometimes qualify as persecution if others in a similar situation to yours have experienced more significant persecution. It must also be either from the government or a group or individual from whom the government cannot or will not protect you.
The application process can require different approaches based on your specific circumstances. Regardless of the differences you will encounter later, all asylum applications begin with submitting Form I-589. Where you submit this form will vary depending on your situation.
For proper guidance to assure your asylum application is filed correctly the first time, consider working with a knowledgeable New York City immigration lawyer. They can provide you with the expertise to help you reach the proper legal status throughout the entire process.
Your spouse and children must be listed on Form I-589 for your application for asylum, regardless of whether they want to be included in your application or are present in the United States. You may ask the immigration official to include them in your application proceedings.
You must wait 150 days after filing your asylum application before applying to work in the United States. After that waiting period, you are allowed to apply even if no decision has been reached on your asylum application. If you are granted asylum you are permitted to begin working immediately
While Employment Authorization Documents are not required for individuals in the US under asylum status, you may find them convenient. Should you choose to acquire them while waiting for the decision on your asylum application, you will need to file Form I-765.
Asylum applications are typically decided within 6 months of the asylum interview. Extraordinary circumstances may take longer.
Having a lawyer present at your asylum interview is not required, but those applicants who have experienced immigration lawyers with them are significantly more likely to have successful asylum applications.
The Law Office of Thomas D. Wilson has experience in all areas of immigration law. Our knowledgeable team of lawyers is dedicated to reaching the best possible solution for our clients, for both simple and complex immigration matters. If you are considering applying for asylum, or wish to appeal a denial of your asylum application, contact our New York immigration lawyers for a free initial consultation.
The United States immigration laws are extremely complex and encompass statutes, regulations, and case law. Only a professional can appropriately guide immigrants through the process. Our immigration attorneys provide personalized attention to our clients to ensure that every case is thoroughly analyzed and diligently prepared.
