CDL Rule Vs English Proficiency: What’s The Difference?
TL;DR: In 2026, immigrant truck drivers are dealing with two different rule tracks that many people are mixing together. [...]
About Kate Lincoln-Goldfinch
I am the managing partner of Lincoln-Goldfinch Law. Upon graduating from the University of Texas for college and law school, I received an Equal Justice Works Fellowship in 2008, completed at American Gateways. My project served the detained families seeking asylum. After my fellowship, I entered private immigration practice. My firm offers family-based immigration, such as green cards and naturalization, deportation defense, and humanitarian cases such as asylum, U Visa, and VAWA. Everyone at Lincoln-Goldfinch Law is bilingual, has a connection to our cause, and has demonstrated a history of activism for immigrants. To us, our work is not just a job.Track Your Next Hearing Date With EOIR Case Status
TL;DR Use your A-number to access the EOIR Case Information System online and view your next hearing date, court [...]
EAD Renewal Pending: Keeping Your Job & I-9 Clean
TL;DR Form I-9 is your employer’s proof that you are authorized to work right now. In 2026, a pending [...]
What Changed For Immigrant Truck Drivers In 2026?
TL;DR: On March 16, 2026, FMCSA’s new non-domiciled CDL rule changed who can get, renew, transfer, upgrade, or reinstate [...]
I-864 Joint Sponsor: Avoiding The Most Common Rejections
TL;DR To avoid I‑864 joint sponsor rejections, focus on consistency. Income must match tax returns and pay stubs, household [...]
Jalisco Mexico Violence: Travel Safety & Immigration Steps
TL;DR Jalisco Mexico violence surged after Mexican security forces killed CJNG leader Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes, and retaliatory [...]
Can Marriage Stop Removal? What The Process Looks Like
TL;DR You can legally marry while in removal proceedings, but marriage does not automatically stop the case. The right [...]
Missed USCIS Biometrics Appointment: How To Reschedule Fast
TL;DR If you cannot attend USCIS biometrics for good cause, request a reschedule through your USCIS online account before [...]
First Asylum EAD: Checklist & Timeline 2026
TL;DR: Asylum applicants request a work permit using Form I-765, but timing matters. You can file only after 150 [...]
Can You Visit A Loved One In Immigration Detention?
Preview: You can visit someone in immigration detention, but strict rules apply regarding ID, scheduling, dress code, and conduct. [...]
What Happens To Migrant Children After They Are Detained?
Key Notes: When migrant children are detained at the U.S. border, they are placed in government custody and then [...]
What Crimes Can Get A Green Card Holder Deported?
Quick Recap: Deportation of green card holders can happen for certain crimes, including aggravated felonies and offenses involving moral [...]
What You Need To Know About The 48-Hour ICE Detainer Rule
Highlights: An ICE detainer is a request, not a warrant, asking local jails to hold someone up to 48 [...]
Can Gender Identity Persecution Victims Seek U.S. Asylum?
Key Points: Victims of gender identity persecution can seek asylum in the U.S. You must show fear of harm [...]
Public Charge: Will It Affect Your Immigration Application?
TL;DR: The public charge rule applies to certain green card and visa applicants. It assesses whether you’re likely to [...]
What Rights Do Detained Immigrants Have In The U.S.?
Summary: Detained immigrants in the U.S.,even those without legal status, have important rights protected by the Constitution. These include [...]
How Long Do Immigrants Stay In Detention Centers?
Key Points: Immigration detention can last anywhere from a few days to many months depending on legal status, case [...]
How To Find Out If Someone Is Detained By Immigration
TL;DR: If you’re trying to find out whether someone has been detained by immigration, the first place to check [...]
Importance Of VAWA Immigration For Abused Victims
Quick Recap: VAWA allows immigrants facing abuse by a U.S. citizen or permanent resident family member to apply for [...]
Is Asylum In The United States Permanent?
Takeaways: Asylum in the U.S. is not inherently permanent. However, it opens the door to a lawful permanent residency [...]
How Long Does It Take For A VAWA Petition To Be Approved?
Summary: A VAWA petition (Form I-360) typically takes 12 to 24 months to process. Prima Facie Determination arrives in [...]
Common Risks In U Visa Application & Ways To Avoid Them
Takeaways: U Visa applications face delays or denials due to missing documents, law enforcement issues, or inadmissibility. Contradictions or [...]
How A T Visa Aids Victims Of Human Trafficking
TL;DR: The T Visa helps victims of human trafficking stay in the U.S. safely while they recover and assist [...]
How To Mitigate Citizenship Application Delays
Takeaways: Several factors slow down your citizenship application, such as incomplete forms, background checks, and USCIS backlogs. You can [...]
VAWA Immigration Qualifications Explained
Summary VAWA allows certain abuse survivors to apply for lawful status independently of their abuser. Eligible applicants include spouses, [...]
How Can You Prepare For The Naturalization Interview?
TL;DR: Preparing for your naturalization interview means reviewing your Form N-400, studying for the English and civics tests, gathering [...]
What Would You Do After The USCIS Request For Evidence?
TL;DR: If USCIS issues a Request for Evidence (RFE), it means more documentation is needed to decide your immigration [...]
How Will You Handle Denials & Appeals?
Takeaways: If your U Visa is denied, you're not out of options. You may be able to appeal [...]
Is Texas A Better Option For Those Seeking Asylum?
TL;DR: Texas has a large border and numerous immigration courts. It also has high denial rates and restrictive local [...]
Common Errors You Can Prevent In Citizenship Application
Takeaways: Texas plays a huge role in the U.S. asylum system, but it’s not easy. Denial rates are high [...]
