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About immigration law in Tennessee
Green cards, work and family visas, citizenship, asylum and removal (deportation) defense. Immigration is federal law, so the rules in Tennessee are the same as in every other state; applications go to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
- Immigration is federal law, so the rules are the same in every state. Applications such as green cards and citizenship are decided by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS); immigration court proceedings are conducted by the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR).
- Besides licensed attorneys, federal rules allow non-attorney 'accredited representatives' to represent people before USCIS and the immigration courts — but only through a non-profit organization recognized by the Department of Justice.
- Under the usual rule, you can apply for citizenship after five years as a permanent resident if you are at least 18, have been physically in the US for at least 30 of those months, and have lived for at least three months in the state or USCIS district where you apply.
Common questions about immigration lawyers in Knoxville
Do I need a lawyer for a US immigration application?
Not necessarily — you can file with USCIS yourself. Many people get help when something has gone wrong or the stakes are high, such as a denial or a case in immigration court. If you get help, use a licensed attorney or a Department of Justice accredited representative working for a recognized non-profit organization.
How long do I need to be a green card holder before applying for citizenship?
Under the usual rule, five years. You must also be at least 18, have been physically present in the US for at least 30 months of those five years, and have lived for at least three months in the state or USCIS district where you apply. If you are married to a US citizen and have lived with them in marital union for three years, the period is three years. Other exceptions exist — see USCIS for the rule that fits you.
Is immigration law different in Tennessee?
No. Immigration is federal law, so the same rules apply in every state. Applications go to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), and immigration court proceedings are conducted by the Executive Office for Immigration Review.
Are the immigration lawyers listed for Knoxville licensed?
The Tennessee Board of Professional Responsibility's online directory lists every attorney licensed to practise law in Tennessee, with their office address, so you can look up any lawyer before you hire them. Each lawyer on these pages was checked in that directory before being listed, but people move firms, so check again before you hire.
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