Amezola Legal Group, APC

09/11/2026

Today, on the 25th anniversary of September 11, our office phones are closed as we pause to remember and honor the victims, their families, and all those affected by the events of that day. We are responding to emergencies only. Thank you for your understanding.

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Hoy, al conmemorarse el 25.º aniversario del 11 de septiembre, nuestras líneas telefónicas permanecerán cerradas mientras hacemos una pausa para recordar y honrar a las víctimas, a sus familias y a todas las personas afectadas por los acontecimientos de ese día. Atenderemos únicamente emergencias. Gracias por su comprensión.

09/10/2026

Salvadorans to Keep Deportation Protections for Now, Trump Officials Say

Temporary Protected Status for El Salvador was set to expire on Wednesday. The Trump administration said it would make an announcement about the program’s future at the “appropriate time.”

Temporary Protected Status for El Salvador was set to expire on Wednesday. The Trump administration said it would make an announcement about the program’s future at the “appropriate time.”

09/03/2026

08/26/2026

The Trump administration has directed U.S. embassies and consulates around the world to postpone immigrant visa interviews while consular officers complete training on new public-charge guidance, temporarily stalling applications that have reached the interview stage.

The State Department told diplomatic posts to reschedule immigrant visa interviews until consular officers complete the training on how to evaluate whether an applicant is likely to become a public charge.

A public-charge determination can make an immigrant visa applicant inadmissible under federal immigration law if officials determine the person is likely to become dependent on certain forms of public assistance after arriving in the U.S.

Thousands of intending immigrants are now stuck at embassies worldwide awaiting for their interviews to be rescheduled.

The Trump administration has paused immigrant visa appointments worldwide to carry out “in-depth training” for consular officers to screen out foreign applicants at risk of taking advantage of U.S.…

08/13/2026

🚨 IMMIGRATION ALERT: ADVANCE PAROLE TRAVEL MAY NOW CARRY SERIOUS CONSEQUENCES

The Board of Immigration Appeals has changed an important legal protection for individuals traveling with Advance Parole.

In Matter of Delcarmen-Lara, 29 I&N Dec. 830 (BIA 2026), the BIA held that leaving the United States with Advance Parole may be considered a “departure” for purposes of the unlawful-presence bar. In doing so, the BIA overruled Matter of Arrabally and Yerrabelly, which had previously protected certain Advance Parole travelers from triggering the 10-year bar.

What does this mean?

A person who has accumulated one year or more of unlawful presence could trigger the 10-year bar by traveling outside the United States—even with an approved Advance Parole document. This may affect the person’s ability to adjust status or lawfully return to the United States.

This does not mean that every person traveling with Advance Parole will automatically face the 10-year bar. The consequences depend on the traveler’s immigration history, the amount of unlawful presence accumulated, and any other potential grounds of inadmissibility.

Advance Parole is permission to seek parole upon returning to the United States. It is not a guarantee that international travel is legally safe or free from immigration consequences.

If you have Advance Parole, are waiting for it to be approved, or are thinking about applying, speak with an experienced immigration attorney before making travel arrangements. A careful review of your immigration history before you leave may help you avoid serious and unexpected consequences.

Contact Amezola Legal Group to schedule a consultation before traveling.

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08/13/2026

🚨 ALERTA MIGRATORIA: VIAJAR CON ADVANCE PAROLE AHORA PODRÍA TENER CONSECUENCIAS GRAVES

La Junta de Apelaciones de Inmigración acaba de cambiar una protección legal importante para las personas que viajan con Advance Parole.

En Matter of Delcarmen-Lara, 29 I&N Dec. 830 (BIA 2026), la BIA determinó que salir de Estados Unidos con Advance Parole puede considerarse una “salida” para efectos del castigo por presencia ilegal. Con esta decisión, la BIA anuló Matter of Arrabally and Yerrabelly, el precedente que anteriormente establecía que este tipo de viaje no activaba el castigo de 10 años.

¿Qué significa esto para ti?

Si acumulaste un año o más de presencia ilegal, viajar fuera de Estados Unidos —aunque tengas un Advance Parole aprobado— podría activar el castigo de 10 años y afectar tu posibilidad de ajustar estatus o regresar legalmente al país.

Esto no significa que todas las personas con Advance Parole estén sujetas automáticamente al castigo. Cada caso depende del historial migratorio de la persona, el tiempo de presencia ilegal acumulado y cualquier otra causal de inadmisibilidad que pudiera existir.

Un permiso de viaje aprobado no garantiza que viajar sea seguro ni elimina las posibles consecuencias migratorias.

Si tienes Advance Parole o estás considerando solicitarlo, no hagas planes de viaje sin consultar primero con un abogado de inmigración. Una revisión individual de tu caso antes de salir del país puede evitar consecuencias graves e inesperadas.

Comunícate con Amezola Legal Group para programar una consulta antes de viajar.

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08/12/2026

07/30/2026

NEWS ALERT! Avoid traveling within the U.S. even if you have timely filed an Application for Adjustment of Status (AOS) based on Spousal Petitions, Family and Employment-based Petitions and Asylum Applications!

"Over the past few days, AILA members have reported an increase in clients being detained by DHS at U.S. airports during domestic travel. This is occurring across the country, including in California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Kansas, Michigan, New Jersey, Texas, and Virginia.

Impacted individuals include those whose lawful status has expired but may have timely filed adjustment of status applications or asylum applications which would allow them to be in a period of authorized stay. Reports include individuals being detained who do not have criminal records and who have valid work authorization or advance parole documents."(AILA Doc. No. 26072702)

07/16/2026

🚨 **¡Importante cambio en las leyes de inmigración!**

Si usted o un ser querido ha estado pensando en solicitar la residencia permanente (Green Card), este es el momento de hablar con un abogado de inmigración.

El Departamento de Seguridad Nacional (DHS) ha publicado una nueva regla sobre la "Carga Pública" (Public Charge) que ampliará la manera en que USCIS evalúa las solicitudes de residencia. Una vez que esta regla entre en vigor, el 18 de Septiembre del 2026, los oficiales de inmigración tendrán mayor discreción para analizar si una persona podría depender de beneficios públicos en el futuro.

¿Qué significa esto?

✅ Ya no bastará únicamente con tener un patrocinador económico (Formulario I-864) que reúna los requisitos.
✅ USCIS podrá evaluar muchos más aspectos de su situación, incluyendo su historial de empleo, ingresos, educación, habilidades, bienes, estado de salud y estabilidad financiera.
✅ En otras palabras, será más importante que nunca presentar un expediente sólido que demuestre que usted y su familia pueden mantenerse económicamente.

Si usted ya es elegible para presentar su solicitud de residencia, le recomendamos no esperar.

Presentar su caso antes de que la nueva regla entre en vigor podría permitir que su solicitud sea evaluada bajo las normas actuales. Cada caso es diferente, por lo que es importante recibir asesoría legal para determinar cuál es la mejor estrategia.

📋 Si ha estado posponiendo su caso, este es el momento de comenzar a reunir sus documentos y preparar su solicitud.

En Amezola Legal Group estamos analizando cuidadosamente esta nueva regulación para proteger a nuestros clientes y asegurarnos de presentar los casos con la evidencia más sólida posible.

📞 Llámenos para programar una consulta y evaluar si este cambio puede afectar su caso. Nuestro numer es (619) 255-7310. Llame hoy y agende consulta con la abogada Amezola.

**No espere hasta que las reglas cambien. La mejor estrategia es prepararse con tiempo.**

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a final rule rescinding the 2022 Biden-era regulation regarding public charge determinations, further aligning immigration law with Congressional intent that aliens in the United States be self-reliant and not dependent on taxpayer-funded governme...

07/16/2026

🚨 Important Immigration Update: New Public Charge Rule is Coming

If you or a loved one have been thinking about applying for a Green Card, now is the time to speak with an immigration attorney.

The Department of Homeland Security has released a new Public Charge Final Rule that is expected to take effect on September 18, 2026, after its official publication in the Federal Register. This new rule gives immigration officers broader discretion when evaluating whether an applicant is likely to become a "public charge."

What does this mean?

✅ It may no longer be enough to simply have a qualifying financial sponsor.
✅ USCIS may take a broader look at an applicant's overall financial stability, including employment history, education, skills, assets, health, and other factors.
✅ Every case will be reviewed under the "totality of the circumstances," making strong documentation more important than ever.

If you are eligible to file your Adjustment of Status or another immigration benefit, filing before the new rule becomes effective may help your case be evaluated under the current standards. Every situation is different, so don't wait until the last minute.

If you've been putting off your immigration case, this is a good time to get your documents together and schedule a consultation.

📞 If you're unsure whether this affects you, we're here to help you evaluate your options and determine the best timing for your case.

The sooner you prepare, the more options you may have. Call us at (619) 255-7310 and schedule a consultation with attorney Amezola.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a final rule rescinding the 2022 Biden-era regulation regarding public charge determinations, further aligning immigration law with Congressional intent that aliens in the United States be self-reliant and not dependent on taxpayer-funded governme...