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For some immigrants in Berkeley and beyond: What now?

Hana BostonNovember 23, 2016November 29, 2016

As the dust starts to settle after the presidential election, millions of immigrants all over the country are left wondering: what happens now? No big surprise there. Listening to President-elect Trump’s campaign speeches, along with his recent appointment as attorney general of Senator Jeff Sessions, a staunch opposer of amnesty, one can’t help but feel […]

Debating on getting naturalized? Do it for your children

Hana BostonAugust 3, 2016August 24, 2016

Are you a long time green card holder and still unsure about becoming a U.S. citizen? Are you having a hard time wrapping your head around how U.S. citizenship will benefit you and your family? Here is one thing you may not have considered: becoming a U.S. citizen can protect your children from deportation. The U.S. […]

Five Hidden Reasons To Become a U.S. Citizen

Hana BostonApril 29, 2016August 4, 2016

We all know that the United States is a nation of immigrants. However, what you may be surprised to find out is that exactly 228 years ago this week the first immigrants officially received their U.S. citizenship. On September 17, 1787, the Founding Fathers signed the U.S. Constitution and created the first U.S. citizens. Each […]

What to Expect at the Biometrics Appointment

Boston Law FirmFebruary 2, 2016August 4, 2016

An applicant is scheduled for a biometrics appointment when he or she submits an application to United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

Stand Stronger with Obama — Become a U.S. Citizen!

Hana BostonJanuary 7, 2016August 4, 2016

The Obama administration recently launched the Stand Stronger campaign, a new initiative aimed at encouraging green card holders (lawful permanent residents) to apply for U.S. citizenship. According to the White House there are approximately 13.3 million green card holders living in the United States, and 8.8 million of them are eligible to apply for citizenship. […]

How Long Does the U.S. Citizenship Process Take?

Boston Law FirmOctober 5, 2015August 4, 2016

How long does it take to go from an immigrant to a citizen of the United States. Immigration lawyer Hana Boston answers this question in this short video. Video Transcript: Currently, it takes about six months to a year to get US Citizenship from the time you apply. But the process actually starts when you […]

Become a U.S. Citizen During President Obama’s Stand Stronger Campaign

Boston Law FirmOctober 5, 2015August 4, 2016

Ready to apply for citizenship? Visit FileRight.com. In September, President Obama announced a set of initiatives designed to encourage eligible permanent residents of the United States to become citizens.