Our military members have the nation’s gratitude for their service. President Obama’s administration identified a need and issued a policy memorandum to benefit certain family members of active or veteran U.S. military personnel. The program, known as Military Parole in Place (MIL-PIP), helps undocumented individuals stay in the country and assists in other areas.
At New Frontier Immigration Law, we understand the immigration difficulties that can disrupt a military family. We encourage you to speak with a Parole in Place military attorney in Scottsdale, AZ if your family must fight to stay together because of immigration challenges.
Reach out to us today by phone or through our website and schedule your free initial case review with one of our Scottsdale immigration lawyers.
Military PIP is a program for noncitizens who enter the country illegally. Eligibility would include some family members of active or veteran (alive or deceased) members of the U.S. Armed Forces or Selected Reserve of the Ready Reserve if the military member left the military with an honorable discharge. The family members who might benefit may include certain:
Our military PIP attorneys in Scottsdale, AZ, can determine if you are a likely candidate for this program.
The military PIP benefits for family members under this policy are:
Several factors are taken into consideration when determining eligibility to apply for PIP. To qualify, you must be the spouse, widow, widower, parent, or unmarried child under the age of 21 of someone:
In addition, you must be able to prove a need related to a humanitarian crisis or significant public benefit under 8 C.F.R. § 212.5. Furthermore, you must be physically present in the United States, lacking lawful admission.
If you have a qualifying military family member who was lawfully admitted to the U.S. and overstayed, PIP is unavailable. In this situation, an experienced immigration attorney in Scottsdale can help you review other options available.
Immigration law is complicated with its attendant forms and required supporting documents. Working with an immigration attorney from our law firm who is knowledgeable will generally smooth the process while relieving you of a significantly stressful challenge.
Steps to apply for a PIP include:
The processing time changes, but over the past few years, it typically runs between three to six months.
Screening for PIP is rigorous and performed on a case-by-case basis. Authorities can deny it for various reasons, such as:
You can appeal a denial, but you will have few options left if authorities deny your appeal. If your application denial concerns an error you made while filling out the forms or a lack of sufficient supporting evidence or documentation, resubmitting the corrected forms with the appropriate documentation could reverse the denial.
Before you take any steps to fight a denial, we suggest you speak with our immigration attorneys, who understand the complexities of the military PIP program.
After your Parole in Place application has been processed and approved by USCIS, you will be eligible to file for Adjustment of Status to get a green card and become a lawful permanent resident. For this, you will need to meet the eligibility requirements, file Form I-485: Adjustment of Status, and schedule an interview with USCIS.
When applying for PIP, you will not have to pay any fees along with your application. However, if your application is approved, you will need to pay a filing fee to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) when you file Form I-485: Adjustment of Status to obtain your green card and permanent resident status.
If PIP is not a viable option for your situation, a Scottsdale immigration lawyer can help determine what options are available. Our lawyers have handled a wide range of immigration cases and can easily evaluate which options you may be eligible to pursue.
There are many different ways that immigrants and their families can become permanent residents, including through:
The Scottsdale military PIP lawyers at our firm will review the details of your case to figure out the best path forward. Once we have determined how to proceed, we will take you through all the steps in the process and do everything in our power to protect the rights of you and your family as you attempt to secure permanent legal residence in the country.
Immigration law seems to be in a constant state of flux. Staying current on the changes in a complex system requires knowing the law. Our PIP attorneys are ready to fight for the rights you have and advocate for your Parole in Place benefits. Working for your future, we:
We know that the complexities of changing immigration laws bring chaos to your lives. Like everyone, you want peace and freedom to simply live. Work, children, partners, vacations, extended family – you want to enjoy all the parts of an evolving life without worrying about someone forcing you from your home and family.
Our immigration attorneys bring to your case years of fighting for and successfully helping clients who once shared your uncertainties. While you can pursue PIP without the assistance of an attorney, securing the services of a lawyer from our team will greatly improve your odds of getting your application approved without unnecessary delays.
Among the team members at our immigration law firm, we have military family members who know firsthand the benefits that the PIP program provides. We also fully understand the complexity of the application process. Because of this, we ensure we devote all the resources necessary to help you through the application process.
Our attorneys will take the time to listen to your story so they can get a full understanding of the situation you face. If PIP is the right option for your situation, we will review your eligibility and complete and submit all of the required documents necessary for your application.
If PIP doesn’t apply, we can help you find another option that can help improve your current immigration situation. No matter the path we help you pursue, we will work with your best interests at heart and guide you through every step of the process.
Founded over a decade ago by Hillary Walsh, an attorney of boundless energy and optimism, New Frontier has represented folks in need in the local immigration courts around Scottsdale, Arizona, and all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington, D.C. Maya B.’s words about Ms. Walsh and our firm echo the sentiments of many of our clients:
Having an experienced Scottsdale military parole in place lawyer by your side can greatly simplify the process of applying for PIP, while also significantly improving your chances of approval.
Fill out our online contact form or call our office for an initial strategic session with one of our PIP attorneys. We believe in your right to a future with your family and will fight for it. We offer our initial consultations for free, so don’t hesitate to reach out and get started today.
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