U Status timing update:
I-918 filed: April 22, 2016
Waitlisted: April 19, 2021
Full I-918 Approval: October 17, 2022
#finally #uvisa #muchtoolong
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Compassionate and knowledgeable immigration attorneys in Atlanta, GA focusing on family and humanitarian immigration law.
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When people started talking about U visas for the Martha Vineyard's immigrants, I didn't think any law enforcement agency would sign-off on the certifications. I'm glad I was wrong! This is life-changing - it may secure their futures here in the US.
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13 interview notices just arrived in the mail this morning...it's going to be a fun month!
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Today is our birthday! I can't believe it's been ten years since I had an empty jar on my desk. We add a bead to the jar every time we win a case, helping us remember that each bead represents a life changed! What an honor to be part of so many stories!
September saw some great stories! We had an I-751 approved after 3 years, we helped one of our first U visa applicants become a US citizen, and two families can freely live in the US after having been brought here for horrible reasons. We're grateful for every life changed!
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When you realize a mistake was made, but you find ways to overcome it and help a survivor of human trafficking gain stability and status in the United States: klinkeimmigration.com/fixing-a-mista
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Our wonderful paralegals Sandra Ramirez and Paula Chaves represented Klinke Immigration at the @TelemundoAtlanta Heroes luncheon today. We love being part of the community and celebrating people who show us the best of humanity! #inspired
We hope you have a great Labor Day! We look forward to serving you again starting on Tuesday, September 6th.
It was a busy, busy month at Klinke Immigration!
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I joined in urging Congress to pass the #AfghanAdjustmentAct (AAA). This bipartisan bill would #KeepThePromise to our Afghan allies by providing a path to permanent resident status. TAKE ACTION and call on your legislators to pass the AAA: bit.ly/3w8gWuf
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What an incredible honor! Tracie was named the 2023 Lawyer of the Year for Immigration Law in Greater Atlanta! It definitely takes a whole team, though, to provide the care and quality of service that helped gain this recognition!
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HAPPENING SATURDAY: Don't miss the first ever New Americans Festival!
Food, health and wellness will be the focus as we celebrate cultural diversity in the Clarkston & Dekalb communities.
CVT GA will be there tabling w/ resources– come see us!
REGISTER: eventbrite.com/e/new-american
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Women and girls...
go to work
go to school
take walks
ride bikes
go travelling
feel the sun on their face.
❌ Not in #Afghanistan.
Afghan women want, what everyone wants: to live lives of their choosing in peace.
RT and show your support.
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Communities and organizations came together in the last year to support our Afghan neighbors. Members of ’s Afghan Taskforce, , , and , reflect on this work and what is still needed on #ThinkImmigration:
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I am thrilled to join the Board for Karibu Community Legacy! They serve domestic violence and sexual assault survivors from around the world, focusing on eastern Africa. I look forward to working with this amazing group and expanding our reach!
We've had the amazing opportunity to work with Afghans who evacuated their home last year. While we can fight for asylum, the Afghan Adjustment Act would be a much better process. Learn about our project & how you can encourage Congress to pass this bill: ow.ly/9VZp50KgO39
U filing update! Just received a Bona Fide Determination on a case we filed on 11/17/2017. I shouldn't be so excited that we're under 5 years, but I am! Hopefully before too long, we'll be under 3 years...and dare I say it, eventually under 1 year??
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I join in urging Congress to swiftly pass the #AfghanAdjustmentAct. Enactment of this bipartisan bill would fulfill a promise to our Afghan allies. READ AILA’s full statement here: bit.ly/3QgFlpm
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72% of Americans say they favor the U.S. granting refugee status to people who worked with the U.S. or Afghan governments during the war in Afghanistan.
We must pass the #AfghanAdjustmentAct and welcome our Afghan brothers and sisters to the United States, permanently.
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Happy Birthday ! 20 years of serving the immigrant community - you're an inspiration to us!
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What a great month at Klinke Immigration!
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Don't be shy at your marriage-based green card interview! Tell your story with detail and let the officer see that your relationship is based on love and companionship. klinkeimmigration.com/its-all-in-the
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Immigration detention has been shown to be harmful in government reports, lawsuits, and through personal testimony. On #ThinkImmigration, ’s identifies why Congress should decrease detention funding in 2023:
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Summer is a busy time - even for lawyers! Being a solo attorney is great for building relationships, but not always great when it comes to the schedule. ow.ly/MQhf50JXJt5
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Immigrant survivors of sexual abuse at the Stewart Detention Center in Georiga filed a complaint against , the nurse employed by . We demand action. Read the full complaint here: bit.ly/3z01yBJ
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READ why member Aaron Kochenderfer urges support of “Documented Dreamers” to benefit our shared prosperity and keep families together, helping remove uncertainty. MORE on #ThinkImmigration:
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The #SCOTUS decision on #MPP is a victory for asylum seekers and #immigration advocates, but the fight isn’t finished. ’s reviewed what the decision means and what’s next on #ThinkImmigration:
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Happy 4th of July! I was recently in NYC and had to visit Lady Liberty...what an incredible symbol of our promise to be welcoming to immigrants. Yes, it was a windy day! We are closed for the holiday, but look forward to being back in the office on the 5th!
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In June, we battled COVID and USCIS...happy to report that we won on both fronts! Congratulations to our clients who achieved their immigration goals! We wish everyone success and health!
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I join President and Ben Johnson in welcoming the #SCOTUS decision on Biden v. Texas, which affirmed the #BidenAdministration’s authority to #EndMPP. READ AILA’s statement here: bit.ly/3nuSlLk
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A very talented and thoughtful client made this for me…it’s called ‘Gratitud.’ She said, “because of you, I never loose my faith.” But here’s the thing…because of resilient and kind and lovely people like her, I stay strong and keep my faith. Thankfulness is a circle!
Happy Day! One of my very first U status clients passed her Naturalization exam today! I am beyond proud of her and am over the moon thrilled for her!
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So excited to be in NYC for #ailaac22! It’s been three long years…looking forward to learning from some amazing immigration lawyers over the next four days and to presenting on U visas tomorrow!
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Escaping violence, learning a new language, finding the love of his life, and getting a green card all before turning 25. What a story for Cesar - one of the lucky few to receive a Central American Minor grant and have his life changed forever! #CAM #TPS ow.ly/7WFw50Ju2U7
May was such a great month! We had lots to celebrate with our clients - from new citizens to protection for clients fleeing some pretty horrible situations. We never get tired of the smiles and shouts of joy!
We are closed today in honor of Memorial Day.
Naturalization cases are moving faster than expected - what a great development! klinkeimmigration.com/racing-towards
