Immigration Lawyer in Lauderhill, FL
Every year, millions of people travel to the United States with the intention of beginning a new life here. For many, it’s an opportunity to rejoin family members who have already made the journey. In other instances, people come to America seeking new work opportunities or to flee violence and persecution in their country of origin. Regardless of the motivation, immigration to the United States presents a fresh opportunity and the start of an exciting new chapter for many people who travel here.
Although America presents new opportunities for immigrants, it also represents new challenges. The American immigration system is complex, and many people find it challenging to navigate. Each step of the process requires extensive paperwork. Filling out any of this paperwork incorrectly could result in an application being delayed or denied. Due to recent changes in immigration enforcement policy, the denial of an application could place someone in danger of deportation. In other instances, prospective immigrants to the U.S. may be unaware that they have unique opportunities for Green Cards and eventual citizenship depending on their particular circumstances. These challenges are why, if you or a loved one needs to immigrate to the United States, it’s vital you contact Ruth Jean at Jean Law Group, LLC.
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How Do I Immigrate to the United States?
Immigration to the United States is a multi-step process, one that requires a great deal of legal paperwork, interviews with government officials, and fulfilling certain obligations. Many people have either a very simple or a very complex picture of how immigration works. The truth often lies somewhere in between. Many individuals believe that simply making it into the United States grants them certain rights and protections of citizenship. Other people make it into the United States but are unaware of the next steps.
In some instances, travel to the United States is necessary to begin immigration proceedings, such as if you are seeking asylum. In other cases, such as if you wish to marry a U.S. citizen, you must first file for a special visa that permits you to enter the country. Attempting to enter the U.S. without the proper authorization can seriously impact your chances of successfully immigrating. Similarly, trying to file immigration paperwork if you are not in the country can affect your chances if your particular application requires your presence in America. A dedicated immigration attorney such as Ruth Jean can review your case and help you make the right choices regarding your immigration journey.
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Jean Law Group is not only a great place where your case will be handled with care but also they are super friendly. Jannette is amazing and super friendly, she’s very patient and helpful. Thank you guys so much!
Ricardo J.
We’ve come to this office for a lot our immigration paperwork and questions. Highly recommend. We’ve always been treated really nicely. They know their business and will tell you everything you need to know and how to proceed. Hasade some processes more simple and gave us peace of mind
Laura R.
With Lorance Davilmar, my immigration papers were processed quickly and well. What’s more, she is kind, treats me with respect and is patient, explains the processes to me when I am lost and other things. I highly recommend her.
Daichca D.
I had a good experience with Lorance Davilmar. She helped me with my immigration papers. She was kind, understanding, and intelligent. She did a good job. I received my documents as quickly as possible and everything was in order.
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Can I Get Asylee Status in the United States?
Asylum is a special protection offered to specific individuals who face the risk of persecution, violence, imprisonment, or death in their country of origin based on certain protected classes.
These classes include, but are not necessarily limited to:
For asylum status purposes, LGBTQ+ individuals are included under “Group or Organization.” This includes transgender individuals who are either presenting, transitioning, or who have transitioned. Receiving asylee status grants an individual the right to remain safely in the U.S. without fear of deportation to their country of origin, and sets them on the path to receiving a Green Card and eventually U.S. citizenship. Note that an individual must belong to a persecuted class in another country to apply for asylum. Facing poverty, crime, or challenging economic conditions in a country of origin does not qualify someone to become an asylee.
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Ruth Jean
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As the daughter of immigrants, Attorney Ruth Jean understands the value of hard work and integrity. She graduated Cum Laude from her law school and served as a Staff Editor on Law Review. Attorney Ruth Jean is compassionate, competent and experienced. She began her career in 2006 where she provided legal services to criminal defendants who could not afford private counsel. As a former Assistant Public Defender, Ruth gained extensive courtroom and trial experience. She also learned the importance of zealous, diligent Attorney representation. When represented by Attorney Ruth Jean, you will get the personalized and professional service that you need.
How Can Women and Children Safely Immigrate to America?
The immigration process can be especially challenging for single women, particularly those with children. The process is equally daunting for minors who must navigate U.S. immigration by themselves. In many instances, women and children who seek to immigrate to the United States have faced domestic abuse or sexual violence. Because of the unique risks and challenges faced by women and children coming to the United States, several opportunities are in place to ease their transition and protect them from future harm. Two of these opportunities are VAWA and SIJS.
VAWA stands for the Violence Against Women Act. It provides a path to a Green Card and citizenship for individuals who have faced domestic violence or sexual abuse from a member of their household. Although the act was first passed in 1994 to address the number of women coming to America, the scope of the act has since expanded to cover all individuals who face domestic or sexual violence, regardless of gender or sexual orientation. Many LGBTQ+ individuals and even men qualify for protection under VAWA.
SIJS stands for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status. Similar to VAWA, SIJS is meant to protect children who have faced domestic violence and who may be subjected to further abuse or even death if they are returned to their family or country of origin. If you are a woman or child who has faced domestic abuse or sexual violence, Ruth Jean and her dedicated staff can review how VAWA or SIJS may be right to protect you from future harm.
Can Anyone Immigrate to America at Any Time?
Although America welcomes individuals from every country, race, sexual orientation, and religion, there are strict procedures in place to regulate immigration into the United States. In some instances, this means restrictions or even bans on certain people from immigrating. As of 2025, there are bans or regulations in place on individuals coming to the United States from Afghanistan, Burma, Chad, the Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen face a full entry ban, while those from Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan, and Venezuela face restrictions. Travel bans are subject to change at any time, and orders may even come directly from the Office of the President of the United States.
Due to recent changes in immigration policy and a more aggressive approach to immigration enforcement, it’s vital that anyone considering coming to the United States or who has already arrived in the United States consult an experienced immigration attorney. An experienced immigration lawyer like Ruth Jean can review your or your loved one’s case and determine your chances of immigrating to America and the best route to citizenship.
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What Should I Do if I or a Loved One Needs to Immigrate to America?
America affords a number of avenues for immigrants to rejoin their families, leave behind volatile situations, and seek new opportunities in a safer, more stable environment. Because of these avenues, immigration to the United States remains at an all-time high. America is home to the most immigrants of any country in the world. This makes immigration to America both an inviting prospect and a challenging process. Depending on the type of application being filed, rejection rates for immigration applications hover between 10-40%. Recent, more aggressive approaches to immigration enforcement mean that a rejected application places individuals at risk of being placed in deportation proceedings.
Don’t take chances. If you or a loved one wishes to immigrate to the United States, don’t hesitate to contact Jean Law Group, LLC today at 954-951-8773. Ruth Jean has years of experience representing a broad range of clients from all over the world. She has an extensive background in asylum cases, VAWA, SIJS, and other types of immigration cases. She can review your precise circumstances and determine the best path forward for you and your loved ones. A fresh tomorrow can start today- but first, you must call Ruth Jean at 954-951-8773.
