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  • Does Social Media Affect Your Visa Application

    Immigration Law | Posted on March 1, 2023 at 3:35 pm by ozmentlaw

    Our experienced Nashville immigration attorneys explain the requirements regarding social media accounts when applying for a temporary or permanent U.S. visa. Social media is widespread today, with various platforms to choose from. Some use it as a means of getting in touch with family and friends, while others rely on it as a source of […]

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    How Does Deportation Impact Child Custody

    Immigration Law | Posted on February 15, 2023 at 3:28 pm by ozmentlaw

    Our Nashville immigration attorneys explain the ways in which deportation impacts child custody and how to protect your parental rights. If you enter the U.S. without the proper documentation or allow immigration documents to lapse or expire, you may face the threat of deportation. This can create a lot of stress, particularly if you are […]

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    Most Effective Way to Obtain Permanent Residency

    Immigration Law | Posted on January 15, 2023 at 4:03 pm by ozmentlaw

    Our Nashville immigration attorneys explain some of the most efficient and effective ways to obtain permanent residency in the United States. A permanent resident card (otherwise known as a green card) allows you to live and work in the United States and provides a pathway to citizenship. Our Nashville immigration attorney explains some of the […]

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    Criminal Record is Holding Back My Green Card

    Immigration-Related Criminal Defense | Posted on December 15, 2022 at 3:55 pm by ozmentlaw

    Find out how a criminal record impacts your green card and the steps our Tennessee immigration attorney can take to protect you. Having lawful permanent resident status, otherwise known as having a “green card,” authorizes a noncitizen to live and work legally in the United States. Obtaining a green card is a complex and lengthy […]

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    What is an H-1B Visa?

    Immigration Law | Posted on November 15, 2022 at 3:07 pm by ozmentlaw

    H-1B visas are business visas designed for nonimmigrant workers in specialty occupations with highly specialized knowledge. There are various types of specialty occupations for which a nonimmigrant worker may be eligible to obtain an H-1B visa. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) explains that the H-1B program is one that “applies to employers seeking to […]

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    Ways to Obtain a Green Card Sponsorship in TN

    Immigration Law | Posted on October 15, 2022 at 2:36 pm by ozmentlaw

    There are multiple paths toward Green Card sponsorship in Tennessee, and one of our experienced Nashville immigration attorneys can discuss your options with you. Having a Green Card, which is another way of saying that you have permanent residency in the US (i.e., LPR status), means that you can work and live in the United […]

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    How Long Does it Take to Get a Work Visa?

    Employment Immigration | Posted on September 15, 2022 at 2:29 pm by ozmentlaw

    If you want to obtain a visa to work in Tennessee as a foreign national, the process can take some time. Below, our Nashville immigration lawyer explains how long you may have to wait. Individuals who wish to live and work in the United States can obtain a work visa to enter the country, but […]

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    Top Reasons to Hire an Immigration Lawyer at Ozment Law, PLC

    Immigration Law | Posted on August 15, 2022 at 2:12 pm by ozmentlaw

    Our immigration attorneys advocate for immigrant rights, advise you of your options, and handle any immigration problems that arise. Immigration law cases in Tennessee and throughout the U.S. can involve a wide range of legal issues, from seeking permanent residency status or citizenship to applying for a nonimmigrant visa to defending against deportation actions. When […]

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    What if I Lose My Passport and Green Card While Traveling Internationally?

    Employment Immigration | Posted on July 15, 2022 at 2:00 pm by ozmentlaw

    Losing a passport and green card overseas can create significant problems for returning to the United States. Nobody wants to be in a situation in which they have lost important identifying documents while traveling overseas, and this type of scenario can be especially complicated for a lawful permanent resident of the U.S. who loses a […]

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    Steps to Becoming a U.S. Citizen

    Immigration Law | Posted on June 15, 2022 at 1:55 pm by ozmentlaw

    Follow the Steps for Green Card Holders to Seek Naturalization in the United States The process for obtaining U.S. citizenship is complicated, but it is important for immigrants to understand that it may be possible to become a citizen through the naturalization process. Whether you are currently applying for permanent residency and want to plan […]

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