Who this is for
Individuals physically present in the U.S. or at a U.S. port of entry who fear persecution in their home country based on protected grounds.
Family & Other
Asylum and Protection Claims
Protection-focused representation for individuals seeking safety in the United States.
Expected timeline
Case timing varies significantly by filing type, court backlog, and jurisdiction. Initial filing should generally occur within one year of U.S. entry unless exceptions apply.
How we structure your case
- Credibility-centered declaration strategy
- Country conditions and corroborating evidence preparation
- Interview and immigration court hearing readiness
Typical requirements
- Fear of persecution on account of race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or particular social group
- Filing within one year of entry unless a legal exception applies
- Consistent, well-supported testimony and documentary evidence
Who Asylum Is For
Asylum is designed for individuals who cannot return to their country due to persecution or a well-founded fear of persecution on protected legal grounds.
Protection analysis focuses on both personal history and objective country-conditions evidence.
- Protected grounds include race, religion, nationality, political opinion, and particular social group
- Applies to affirmative filings and defensive asylum in immigration court
- May include derivative protection options for qualifying spouse and children
What We Prepare in Strong Asylum Cases
- Detailed personal declaration with chronology and corroboration
- Country conditions reports and expert/independent documentation
- Trauma-informed interview and testimony preparation
- Legal brief strategy tailored to jurisdiction and case posture
Important Timing and Compliance
Asylum filings generally must be made within one year of arrival in the U.S., unless statutory exceptions apply.
Because timing and procedural posture can materially affect relief eligibility, early legal strategy is strongly recommended.
Frequently asked questions
Can I apply for asylum after one year in the U.S.?
Possibly, if you qualify for a recognized exception such as changed or extraordinary circumstances. Legal analysis is essential.
Can asylum applicants get work authorization?
In many cases, employment authorization may be requested after required waiting periods and eligibility conditions are met.
What if my case is in immigration court?
Defense-based asylum can still be pursued in removal proceedings with hearing preparation and evidentiary presentation.
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