Asylum
Asylum protects people in the United States who fear returning to their home country. A person can apply:
Affirmatively with USCIS, or
Defensively in Immigration Court during removal proceedings.
Generally, the application must be filed within one year of the last arrival, unless limited exceptions apply.
To qualify, an applicant must show past persecution or a well‑founded fear of future persecution based on:
Race
Religion
Nationality
Membership in a particular social group
Political opinion
In many cases, the applicant must also show that their government cannot or will not protect them, and that it is not reasonable to relocate to another part of their country.
Spouses and unmarried children under 21 of a person granted asylum may qualify for derivative asylee status.
Our firm has over 20 years of experience representing clients in both affirmative and defensive asylum cases, and we are here to help you navigate this complex process with care and skill.
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