The EA Wood Law Firm

The EA Wood Law Firm The E.A. Wood Law Firm is devoted to protecting your American dream, offering comprehensive immigration representation. The Law Office of Elizabeth A.

We can represent both individuals and employers in various immigration related matters including but not limited to: family-based and employment based immigration, permanent residence, green cards, fiancée/fiancé visas, deferred action for childhood arrivals, consular processing, citizenship and naturalization. We understand how hard it is for families to be separated from each other especially by

a long distance for a long period of time. We also understand how hard it is for employers to petition for and retain talented foreign workers. Wood will work closely with each client to help them navigate the complex immigration laws, polices and procedures. We will provide diligent, competent and zealous representation to each client by being proactive, responsive and accessible.

09/03/2026

📢 Office Closure Reminder

Our office will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day and will reopen on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.

Nuestra oficina estará cerrada el lunes 7 de septiembre de 2026 en conmemoración del Día del Trabajo (Labor Day). Reanudaremos nuestras labores el martes 8 de septiembre de 2026.

🎉 Congratulations to Ramiro on receiving his Green Card! 🇺🇸As he received his Green Card, we asked if he would allow us ...
09/02/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Ramiro on receiving his Green Card! 🇺🇸

As he received his Green Card, we asked if he would allow us to share his success with others. His response:

"¡Para que vean todos que sí se puede!" ("So everyone can see that it’s possible!")

Those words speak volumes. Behind every approval is a story of hard work, sacrifice, perseverance, and hope.

Congratulations, Ramiro, on this well-deserved milestone. Thank you for allowing us to share your success and inspire others who are still on their own immigration journey. 🇺🇸✨



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🎉 ¡Felicitaciones a Ramiro por recibir su Green Card! 🇺🇸

Cuando recibió su Green Card, le preguntamos si nos permitiría compartir su éxito con otras personas. Su respuesta fue:

"¡Para que vean todos que sí se puede!"

Esas palabras lo dicen todo. Detrás de cada aprobación hay una historia de esfuerzo, sacrificio, perseverancia y esperanza.

¡Felicidades, Ramiro, por este logro tan merecido! Gracias por permitirnos compartir tu éxito e inspirar a otras personas que aún continúan recorriendo su propio camino migratorio. 🇺🇸✨

09/01/2026

📱✨ CLIENT TIP TUESDAY: Turn On Notifications! ✨📱

Have you ever missed a text message, email, or important app notification? When it comes to your immigration case, staying informed can make a big difference.
That's why we encourage all clients to turn on notifications for the tools and accounts they use to stay updated on their case.

✅ Enable notifications for the Clio for Clients app
✅ Check your email regularly
✅ Review your text messages promptly
✅ Check your voicemail if you receive a missed call
✅ Don't forget to look in your spam or junk folder
📬 Important updates can arrive at any time, including:
📄 Requests for additional documents
📅 Appointment and interview notices
✅ Receipt notices and case updates
💬 Messages from our office
⚖️ Court-related information

The sooner you see an update, the sooner you can respond if action is needed.

💡 Pro Tip: Make sure the Clio for Clients app is downloaded to your phone and that notifications are enabled. This is often the fastest way to receive updates, documents, and messages from our office.

🚨 Delays in responding to requests for information or documents can sometimes delay the progress of your case. Staying connected helps keep everything moving as smoothly as possible.

At The E.A. Wood Law Firm, we work hard to keep our clients informed. Turning on notifications is one simple step you can take to stay informed too!

💙 Stay connected. Stay informed. Never miss an important update.

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🥳🎈 It's Judith's Birthday! 🎈🥳Today we're celebrating someone truly special. 💖Judith, your kindness, dedication, and cari...
09/01/2026

🥳🎈 It's Judith's Birthday! 🎈🥳

Today we're celebrating someone truly special. 💖

Judith, your kindness, dedication, and caring heart make such a difference to everyone around you. Whether through your hard work, your willingness to help others, or simply the warmth you bring each day, you have a way of making people feel valued and appreciated.

We are so grateful for all that you do and for the joy and positivity you share with those around you. May your birthday be filled with love, laughter, and beautiful moments with family and friends. You deserve all the happiness today and throughout the year ahead.

Please join us in wishing Judith a very Happy Birthday! 🎂🎉✨

May this next chapter bring countless blessings, good health, and dreams come true. 💐💕🎁

🎉🎂💖

08/31/2026

🚨 USCIS Update: New Form I-864 Effective Immediately 🚨

On August 31, 2026, USCIS released a new edition of Form I-864, Affidavit of Support, and provided no grace period for the previous version. This means that applications filed on or after today must use the new 08/24/26 edition. The previous edition will no longer be accepted. The new form also includes a privacy release authorizing USCIS to request information from consumer reporting agencies.

Unfortunately, sudden form changes like this have become increasingly common. Immigration offices and applicants often spend significant time preparing cases, only to learn that USCIS has updated a form with little or no notice.

💡 If your immigration office contacts you and asks you to re-sign a form, please know that it is often because USCIS has made a last-minute change like this. We understand it can be frustrating, but obtaining updated signatures helps avoid rejections, delays, and unnecessary setbacks in your case.

As always, our goal is to keep your application compliant with the latest USCIS requirements and moving forward as smoothly as possible.

Happy Monday! ☀️Today you might notice that we have extra security in the office. Sheriff Milo is on duty today. 🚔🚨
08/31/2026

Happy Monday! ☀️

Today you might notice that we have extra security in the office. Sheriff Milo is on duty today. 🚔🚨

08/28/2026

🎉 Good News Friday! 🎉

We're ending the week with some great news for our clients and their families:

✅ 5 I-130 Petitions for Relative Approved
✅ 3 I-485 Applications for Adjustment of Status Approved
✅ 1 I-90 Green Card Renewal Approved
✅ 3 I-765 Employment Authorization Documents Approved
📅 3 I-485 Interviews Scheduled

Looking ahead to next week, we will be representing clients in 3 Immigration Court Hearings.

One of this week's highlights was seeing all three I-485 applications approved and several I-130 petitions approved without an interview. These streamlined approvals are always exciting news for our clients and their families!

Congratulations to all of our clients on these exciting milestones! 💙

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08/25/2026

📅✨ CLIENT TIP TUESDAY: Keep Track of Important Dates! ✨📅

One of the easiest ways to help your immigration case stay on track is by keeping up with important dates and deadlines.

Immigration matters often involve appointments, interviews, renewal deadlines, and requests for information. Missing a date can lead to delays, additional expenses, or even negative consequences for your case.

🗓️ Important dates to keep track of may include:
✅ Biometrics Appointments
✅ USCIS Interviews
✅ Immigration Court Hearings
✅ Requests for Evidence (RFE) Deadlines
✅ Medical Exam Appointments
✅ Green Card Expiration Dates
✅ Employment Authorization (Work Permit) Expiration Dates
✅ Passport Expiration Dates
✅ Naturalization Eligibility Dates

💡 Pro Tip: As soon as you receive a notice, add the date to your phone calendar and set reminders. We recommend setting multiple reminders—one month before, one week before, and one day before the appointment or deadline.

📂 Keep copies of appointment notices and bring them with you when attending interviews, biometrics appointments, or court hearings.

🚨 If you cannot attend a scheduled appointment or hearing, contact our office immediately. In many situations, waiting until the last minute can make it more difficult to address the issue.

📱 Don't forget to regularly check your mail, email, and Clio for Clients portal for updates and newly scheduled appointments.

Remember, immigration cases often move slowly—until they don't! When a notice arrives, there may be important deadlines attached to it.

💙 A missed deadline can create unnecessary delays, but a simple reminder can keep your case moving forward. Stay organized, stay informed, and stay prepared.

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08/21/2026

💙 Good News Friday 💙

Lately, the immigration journey has felt especially difficult. Many families are facing uncertainty, long waits, and challenges that can make it hard to stay hopeful. But today, we want to share a small reminder that there is still good news happening every day.

This week, we celebrated:
✅ 1 I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Approved
✅ 2 I-130 Petitions for Relatives Approved
✅ 1 I-485 Interview Scheduled

Each approval, each notice, and each step forward represents a real person, a real family, and a dream that is still moving forward.

As we look ahead to next week, our team will continue advocating for our clients with:
📍 3 I-485 Interviews in Raleigh/Durham
⚖️ 2 Immigration Hearings

To anyone feeling discouraged, please don't lose hope. Immigration is not always a straight path, and sometimes the road feels longer than it should. But every week we continue to see families reunited, work permits approved, green cards moving forward, and lives changing for the better.

Today, we are grateful for these victories, big and small. Thank you for trusting us to walk this journey with you.

Have a blessed weekend, and remember: your story is not over yet. ❤️

08/18/2026

📂✨ CLIENT TIP TUESDAY: Keep Copies of Everything! ✨📂

One of the best things you can do for your immigration case is keep copies of all of your important documents.

Immigration cases can take months—or even years—and having easy access to your documents can save time, reduce stress, and help avoid delays.

📁 We recommend creating a folder (physical or digital) to keep all of your immigration records in one place.

Some important documents to save include:
✅ Applications and forms submitted to USCIS
✅ Receipt Notices (I-797 Notices of Action)
✅ Approval Notices
✅ Employment Authorization Documents (Work Permits)
✅ Green Cards
✅ Passports
✅ Birth Certificates
✅ Marriage Certificates
✅ Immigration Court Documents
✅ Interview Notices and Appointment Notices

📸 If you receive a notice in the mail, take a picture or make a copy before filing it away.

💡 Pro Tip: Save digital copies of your documents in a secure location, such as your Clio for Clients portal, a cloud storage account, or a folder on your computer. Having both paper and electronic copies can be extremely helpful.

🚨 If you lose an important document, replacing it can take time and may require additional filing fees. Keeping organized copies now can save you headaches later.
Remember, documents that seem unimportant today may become very important for future applications, renewals, citizenship cases, or family petitions.

💙 A little organization today can make your immigration journey much smoother tomorrow.
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Address

1318 Commerce Drive, Suite C
New Bern, NC
28562

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 2pm

Telephone

+12523711561

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