The United States passed the Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act in 2000 to protect victims of certain crimes and to support law enforcement investigations. One component of this legislation is the U Visa, which gives victims of crimes nonimmigrant status as long as they participate in law enforcement investigations to identify and prosecute criminal offenders. At Florida Immigration Law Counsel, our dedicated legal team is passionate about helping victims of abuse receive the safety and security they need. Reach out to us today to learn more about how we can help you obtain a U Visa.
You may apply for a U Visa whether or not you are currently located in the United States. However, you will need to meet some basic requirements before pursuing this option. For instance, you will need to show that:
In some cases, your family members may also qualify for a derivative U Visa. When you meet with your immigration lawyer, you can discuss whether your family members are eligible to go through this process as well.
When you obtain a U Visa, you receive nonimmigrant status that lasts for four years and grants employment authorization. Certain qualifying circumstances may allow you to extend the visa, but you may also wish to apply for a green card instead. To qualify for a green card, you must demonstrate that you have:
The primary benefit of permanent residency is the opportunity to become a U.S. citizen. However, this process can take a considerable amount of time and involves strict compliance with immigration laws and regulations. Wherever you are in the immigration process, the qualified immigration attorneys at Florida Immigration Law Counsel are here to support you along your path to citizenship.
Immigration matters involve a number of complexities. It’s common to feel intimidated and overwhelmed by the process, which is why our team of knowledgeable and compassionate immigration attorneys is committed to serving your unique needs. We will answer your questions, address your concerns, and support you at every step of the process. Reach out to our firm today to get started on the path to making your American Dream a reality.
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Caring and compassionate, Saman Movassaghi Gonzalez is a Florida immigration attorney dedicated to producing the results her clients need. She has over 17 years of experience helping both corporate and individual clients with an emphasis in employment/investment cases and family adjustment cases.
As the Managing Attorney at Florida Immigration Law Counsel, Saman Movassaghi Gonzalez and her team are capable of representing and helping individuals looking to attain a Family Visa, Work Visa, and Citizenship/Naturalization. Her experience successfully representing clients in front of the Department of Justice for cases involving Deportation/Removal Proceedings will lead to success in your case.
Her experience and expertise in immigration litigation has led to multiple Avvo awards and other accolades, including the Clients’ Choice for 2017 Immigration Attorney. Her clients also consistently post positive reviews on her Facebook page. Her experience has also allowed her to teach a new generation of lawyers as an adjunct professor of law at Nova Southeastern University, and she also regularly gives speeches on immigration matters.
Counselor Gonzalez is also experienced in helping corporate clients through the process of filing for Employment Visas, Labor Certifications, and Business and Investment Visas with the Department of Labor. She takes on the entire case from start to finish, simplifying the process for her clients and allowing them to focus on their business.
Fluent in English, Spanish, and Farsi – Saman Movassaghi Gonzalez is dedicated to making her clients feel comfortable and assured in making her their go-to immigration attorney in Florida. Her goal is to ensure that those who want to live the American dream have a professional fighting for them and making the process as painless as possible.
Saman’s passion for immigration law stems from her personal life as the daughter of immigrants. Her parents were recipients of the student F1 visa in 1971. Her father came into this country with the goal to improve his life and the life of his children. He earned a PhD in Civil Engineering and Business, instilling in his daughter a strong work ethic that she carries to this day. Saman saw firsthand what it means to be an immigrant and achieve the American Dream.
Saman Movassaghi Gonzalez can personally understand the struggle of immigrants and the children of immigrants navigating through the bureaucratic process of immigration law. Because of this, she dedicates herself fully and provides her personal attention to every case. She prides herself on developing a strong relationship with each and every client, and she is not afraid of pushing the envelope and looking for answers where other attorneys have failed.
Saman Movassaghi makes it her goal to provide you with only the best representation for immigration matters because she believes it’s time for you to live the American dream!
