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Mara Cortez is a legal writer with a passion for making the law accessible to everyone. With a background in paralegal studies and years of experience in legal research, Mara specializes in breaking down complex legal topics into clear, actionable advice. At LegalBoulevard.com, she covers everything from navigating family law to understanding consumer rights. When she's not writing, Mara enjoys exploring true crime podcasts, perfecting recipes, and advocating for community legal education.

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How to Prepare for the Immigration Process Immigration

How to Prepare for the Immigration Process

The immigration process can be difficult to navigate. Learn what steps to take when preparing for your personal interview, naturalization test and medical exam. For many applicants, the immigration process is overwhelming and difficult to navigate. By taking the following steps to prepare, you can improve your chances of successfully achieving U.S. citizenship…

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How to Determine If You Are Eligible for a Green Card Immigration

How to Determine If You Are Eligible for a Green Card

Determining eligibility for a green card can be complex. Discover eligible categories and which one might be the best fit for individuals or their families. For many people, obtaining a green card is an important milestone. It could be their first step on the road to working in the United States, joining a spouse or […]

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U.S. Immigration: How to Apply and What to Expect Immigration

U.S. Immigration: How to Apply and What to Expect

Explore the application process for U.S immigration. Learn about visa categories, eligibility requirements and information on visa approvals during COVID-19. Every year the U.S. Department of State issues immigration visas to family members, skilled workers and diversity immigrants. In 2019, the U.S. issued more than 450,000 immigrant visas to applicants across seven categories. There are different immigrant visas in […]

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Immigration and Working in the United States Immigration

Immigration and Working in the United States

Immigrants and non-immigrants wishing to work in the U.S. and employers wishing to hire them must follow specific protocol to stay compliant with immigration laws. Many people dream of working in the United States, and millions of immigrants find successful employment after gaining legal entry to the country, while some have employment waiting on them […]

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Who Qualifies for a Temporary Visa to the U.S.? Immigration

Who Qualifies for a Temporary Visa to the U.S.?

Every year thousands of people apply for a temporary visa to visit the U.S. Determining the kind of visa that fits your needs is the key to being awarded one. Visas for people coming to the United States fall into two categories: immigrant and non-immigrant (or temporary). Immigrant visas are designed for people who want […]

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Illegal Immigrants and Undocumented Alien Defenses Immigration

Illegal Immigrants and Undocumented Alien Defenses

Facing deportation and removal can be frightening. There are some strategies to help you remain in the U.S. despite your status as an undocumented alien. If you are a non-citizen and have no legal status that allows you to be lawfully in the United States, the chance for removal and deportation lurks around every corner. […]

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