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February 19, 2025
Sahar-Mousavi

Applying for Asylum After One Year: Are You Out of Options?

Missed the one-year asylum deadline? You may still qualify—discover your legal options and how Lumina Immigration Law, PC can help you secure protection in the U.S.

February 19, 2025
Sahar-Mousavi

U Visa: Who is Eligible and How It Can Protect You

The U Visa offers immigration protection to crime victims who have suffered abuse and are willing to assist law enforcement, providing them with legal status, work authorization, and a pathway to a green card.

February 12, 2025
Sahar-Mousavi

Stuck in Immigration Limbo? The Writ of Mandamus & APA Might Be Your Way Out

If your immigration case has been stuck in endless delays, a Writ of Mandamus may be the legal tool that forces USCIS or the State Department to take action. By leveraging the Administrative Procedure Act (APA), you can challenge unreasonable delays and demand a decision—whether it's an approval or denial—so you’re no longer left waiting in limbo.

February 11, 2025
Sahar-Mousavi

⚖️ How Criminal Convictions Affect Green Card Holders: What You Need to Know

A criminal conviction can put a green card holder at risk of deportation, inadmissibility, or loss of eligibility for U.S. citizenship. Understanding how immigration laws apply to criminal offenses is crucial to protecting your legal status and future in the U.S.

February 10, 2025
Sahar-Mousavi

EB-1A Green Card for Actors, Filmmakers & Artists: Your Ultimate Guide to Extraordinary Ability Immigration

Looking to secure a U.S. green card as an actor, filmmaker, or artist?

February 7, 2025
Sahar-Mousavi

Trump’s 2025 Immigration Executive Orders: What They Mean for You

Trump’s 2025 executive orders bring sweeping immigration changes, including stricter deportation policies, asylum restrictions, a 60-day visa review affecting countries like Iran, and heightened enforcement—impacting millions of immigrants and visa applicants.

February 6, 2025
Sahar-Mousavi

VAWA Green Card: A Path to Freedom for Survivors of Abuse

Survivors of abuse by a U.S. citizen or green card holder may qualify for a green card through VAWA, allowing them to apply confidentially and independently.

January 20, 2025
Sahar-Mousavi

Eligibility for an E-2 Visa

Are you searching for an experienced E-2 visa immigration lawyer in San Jose? At Lumina...

January 16, 2025
Sahar-Mousavi

I-751 Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence

Removal of Conditions Joint Filing Waiver If you have a conditional green...

January 16, 2025
Sahar-Mousavi

Naturalization Eligibility Requirements

Before an individual applies for naturalization, he or she must meet...

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Marzieh V.

She was the most helpful with my parent’s citizenships applications and she was available all the time to answer my many questions and address my concerns even on weekends. I should also point out her ability to communicate in Farsi was a great relief for my parents.

Saeid D.

I previously hired another experienced lawyer before Sahar, a couple of years after the submission of my Green Card Application. That lawyer was not able to close the case working on it for about 4 years. Finally, I was fortunate to find Sahar who helped with my case. Through her timely follow-ups with USCIS and inquiries she made within a few months, I got my green card.