The Trump Administration announced its plans for a $5 million green card proposal, but experts say it is more complicated that it sounds. Read more about the proposal to end the EB-5 program and create a $5 million green card and path to citizenship here.
Immigrants’ Rights if Contacted by ICE
Immigrants have rights when contacted by ICE, whether on the street, at the workplace or in the home. Knowing these rights does not mean immigrants are trying to avoid the law or legal consequences.
The pdf flyers below give detailed information on best practices when interacting with ICE officers. Please feel free to pass these flyers on to anyone who would find them helpful.
If you would like to schedule a legal consultation to learn more about your immigration options and/or risks, please contact me at (206) 354-4791 or lauren@ransfordlaw.com.
AILA Response to Immigration Plans from Trump Administration
January 20, 2025 announcements from the Trump Administration laying out initial plans on immigration raise multiple legal concerns. American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) leadership has issued a press release in response. These Executive Orders “undermine the effectiveness of the immigration system that is essential to the nation’s prosperity.” Read the full statement: https://bit.ly/3PKGpTG
USCIS Fee Increase Expected Soon
The new USCIS Final Fee Rule could be published as a final rule within the next few weeks. The White House’s Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) received the final rule containing the new fees on Monday, January 8, 2024 and completed its review of this final rule on Friday, January 19. The next step is for the rule to be published in the Federal Register. Based on past fee rules, the final rule will likely take effect at least 60 days after publication.
Below is a chart summarizing some of the expected fee increases*:
| USCIS FORM | PURPOSE | CURRENT FEE | PROPOSED FEE | INCREASE |
| I-130 | Relative Petition | $535 | $820 | $285 |
| I-485 | AOS | $1,225 (incl. $85 biometrics) | $1,540 | $315 |
| I-765 | Work Permit | $0 (if filed with AOS) | $650 | $650 |
| I-131 | Travel Authorization | $0 (if filed with AOS) | $630 | $630 |
| N-400 | Naturalization | $725 (incl. $85 biometrics) | $760 | $35 |
If you have questions about the proposed fee increases or want to file an application before the increase goes into effect, please reach out to me as soon as possible.
lauren@ransfordlaw.com
(206) 354-4791
http://www.ransfordlaw.com
Becoming a U.S. Citizen
This USA.gov website has helpful information on eligibility for U.S. citizenship, as well as links to resources to study for the English and civics portions of the naturalization tests.
If you have questions about eligibility, lengthy/numerous stays outside the U.S., criminal history or other factors that might complicate your application process, please reach out to me.
lauren@ransfordlaw.com
(206) 354-4791
http://www.ransfordlaw.com
Citizenship Clinic on February 25, 2023!
Volunteers are needed for the February Citizenship Clinic at SeaTac Airport. Volunteering is a great way to gain experience in the naturalization process and to help eligible applicants become U.S. citizens!
Contact me for more information: https://ransfordlaw.com/#contact-me
Contact Washington New Americans directly: https://wanewamericans.org/about-the-citizenship-program-at-oneamerica/
Washington New Americans · Sign up to volunteer here: https://app.initlive.com/web-admin/app/
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Derivative U.S. Citizenship
If you are a U.S. citizen and have children under the age of eighteen years old living in the United States who are Lawful Permanent Residents (LPR) living in your legal and physical custody, they may be able to derive U.S. citizenship from you. Check out this flyer for more information. If you have questions or would like to discuss your child’s case, please call the Law Office of Lauren M. Ransford, PLLC at (206) 354-4791 http://www.ransfordlaw.com.
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OVERVIEW OF THE NATURALIZATION PROCESS AND BASIC REQUIREMENTS
Becoming a U.S. citizen can be a confusing process. This pdf explains the basics of eligibility and what to expect when you apply. If you have any questions, including about eligibility or the good moral character requirement, please reach out to me at (206) 354-4791 or visit www.ransfordlaw.com to schedule a consultation. #AILAStandsWithImmigrants
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