Imagine a criminal court system where defendants have no right to counsel and just one-third of defendants are represented. In this imaginary court system, both the judges and the prosecutors are employees who report to the Attorney General and the President. The judges lack judicial independence and have no authority to grant continuances, place cases…
Queridos amigos y colegas, Estos días es difícil mantenerse al día con todos los cambios en póliza que están afectando a los inmigrantes. Es probable que cada cambio se pone confuso entonces cada anuncio parece menos significante. Por esta razón, no he mandado noticiero para cada cambio y he preferido compartirlos en nuestra pagina de…
Dear friends and colleagues, It’s difficult to keep up these days with all the changes in policies affecting immigrants. At some point, it probably gets overwhelming and confusing so that each announcement feels less significant. For this reason, I have not issued a newsletter at each policy changed, preferring to share them on our firm…
Artist: Kristen Gunn Dear friends, If you have images looping in your mind of children, cold and sitting on concrete floors, sick and begging for their parents, you are not alone. Like most of you, I am horrified and outraged by the reports of migrant children being held in crowded and unsanitary jails. The newsletter…
This is intended for my colleagues who have requested pro bono opportunities related to immigration law in Texas. For folks in Austin, please join me on one of my ongoing monthly trips to the Karnes Detention Center. I still need four volunteers for June. I have also included a list of other nonprofits in Texas…
Es verano en Texas! Eso significa piscinas, grillos, sandia y duraznos, y viajes! Aqui hay algunas cosas de tomar en cuenta cuando organizes tus viajes: Si esta planeando a visitar los Estados Unidos como tourista, acuerdense que los funcionarios de Aduanas y Protección Fronteriza en el aeropuerto o fronteras terrestres tienen la ultima palabra sobre…
It’s summertime in Texas! That means swimming pools, cicadas, watermelon & peaches, and travel! Here are some things to keep in mind as you plan your trips: 1. If you are planning to visit the United States as a tourist, keep in mind that Customs and Border Protection Officers at the airport…
¡LIVE! Para preguntas llame o mandé un msj de texto al 512 361 5885 Tema: ¿A quien puedo pedir como ciudadano americano o residente permanente?
The 21st Annual Austin Under 40 Awards ceremony will take place downtown on Saturday, May 18.Nominees (including the four of us) will gather with other community leaders at a black-tie dinner hosted by Young Women’s Alliance and the Young Men’s Business League to celebrate Austin’s emerging professionals and their mentors. We are deeply honored by…
Two weeks ago, I was honored to be invited to a roundtable immigration policy discussion at the George W. Bush Institute in Dallas. The discussion centered around immigrant contributions to the United States and the need for common sense immigration reform that responds to the needs of the American economy and industry. My role was…
Austin immigration attorney, Kate Lincoln-Goldfinch hosts Facebook Live with tax preparer Steve Villegas and Rosy Doyle. Steve offers advice and answers some of the most frequently asked questions. They go over what all undocumented immigrants should know before filing taxes. As always, it is imperative that you consult with your attorney before filing any documents…
LIVE! Para mas preguntas favor de llamar al 512-361-5885. TEMA: La abogada Kate habla sobre cambios buenos en la ley de asilo y como pasar una entrevista de miedo creíble con éxito. 512-599-8500 Hablando de Karnes Detention Center Como una hora de San Antonio Estoy aqui dando consejos y avisos a los que estan detenidos…
