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Moving Forward With a Ray of Hope
Moving Forward With a Ray of Hope As we all take a moment to rejoice with the election results, we cannot lose sight that there is much work to be done to control the COVID-19 pandemic and bring back stability to our economy and government. With new leadership focused on unity, collaboration, empathy and science,… [Read More]
Criminal Activity Consequences for Legal Permanent Residents and Other Immigrants
Criminal Activity Consequences for Legal Permanent Residents and Other Immigrants As we continue the fight against COVID-19 and the gradually return to our regular activities, we would like to remind you that the team of FitzGerald Law Company is accepting again in-person meetings and is available to answer your questions. During times of crisis, such… [Read More]
Immigration Impact of Criminal Charges Even Without a Conviction
Immigration Impact of Criminal Charges Even Without a Conviction Most people understand that a conviction in a criminal case will have a substantial impact on their immigration status, but very few realize that even just a criminal charge may have an impact on an immigrant as significant as if they were convicted. Below are some… [Read More]
Sealing a criminal record and Immigration Applications
Sealing a Criminal Record and Immigration Applications A question we are asked often in our criminal defense and immigration law practice is whether or not a criminal record can be sealed. A “Criminal Record” is usually connected with a criminal charge that is filed in a court. Most states keep a list of all criminal… [Read More]
Vacating a Criminal Conviction to get the Green Card
Dear friends: The past newsletter talked about how a criminal charge can have a serious impact in your immigration case and how here, in Massachusetts, a criminal conviction may be vacated, which would give you another chance to obtain legal immigration status in he U.S.
Motion to Vacate a Criminal Conviction in Massachusetts
Motion to Vacate a Criminal Conviction in Massachusetts Last time we spoke about how a Motion to Reopen an immigration case, can provide a person with a second chance at obtaining legal status in the U.S. Now, we will talk about how a Motion to Vacate a criminal conviction can do the same. Criminal cases… [Read More]
When a relationship breakup turns into kidnapping charges
When a relationship breakup turns into kidnapping charges We want to share with you one of our latest client’s success stories, which demonstrates that even when things turn bad, hiring the right legal help and following your attorney’s instructions, can make the difference. If you or any member of your family needs a lawyer for… [Read More]
Not Guilty of Aggravated Rape and Approved Immigration Bond
Not Guilty of Aggravated Rape and Approved Immigration Bond One day in March, 2016, the police appeared at John’s house when he got home from work and arrested him. When he was at the police station they told him that he was being charged with aggravated rape for an incident that, allegedly, occurred three months… [Read More]
What happens with my immigration status if I have criminal charges?
What happens with my immigration status if I have criminal charges? Dear friends, It is important to know that any criminal charge or arrest may impact negatively in your immigration status and may cause the Immigration Service (USCIS) to deny your case, to start a removal proceedings or to detain you. The next infographic explains… [Read More]
