Asylum Attorney In Durham, North Carolina
Under Persecution In Your Home Country? Asylum Might Be The Answer
If you or a loved one has experienced persecution or credible threats in your home country—or if you fear harm should you be forced to return—the United States may allow you to apply for asylum, regardless of your current immigration status, as long as certain legal requirements are met. To qualify, the fear of persecution must be based on specific grounds, such as nationality, ethnicity, political opinion, religion, or membership in a particular social group.
As part of the asylum process, applicants must submit a sworn statement explaining the circumstances that led them to leave their home country and the reasons they fear returning. This can be an overwhelming and emotional process, especially for individuals who have already endured significant hardship.
Karina Herhusky provides compassionate and attentive asylum representation to individuals in Durham, North Carolina, and throughout the United States. She works closely with clients to help them prepare their applications, present their stories clearly, and navigate each step of the process with care and understanding. If you believe you may be eligible for asylum, contact Herhusky Law Office, PLLC to schedule a confidential consultation and discuss your options.
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Affirmative Asylum Proceedings
Foreign nationals who are physically present in the United States, or who arrive at a U.S. port of entry, may be eligible to file an Application for Asylum and for Withholding of Removal with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Strict filing deadlines apply, making it important to begin the process as soon as possible. In most cases, Form I-589 must be filed within one year of the applicant’s most recent entry into the United States, unless an exception applies.
Certain changed or extraordinary circumstances may allow an applicant to pursue asylum even if the one-year deadline has passed. These situations require careful evaluation and clear documentation. Karina Herhusky works directly with clients in Durham, North Carolina, and throughout the United States to assess eligibility, explain available options, and prepare asylum applications that address these timing considerations.
Due to current processing backlogs, asylum applicants may become eligible to apply for work authorization after filing their asylum application and meeting the required waiting period. Because asylum applications are reviewed closely, having clear guidance throughout the process can be critical. Karina Herhusky provides thoughtful, attentive representation to help clients navigate the asylum process and present their claims effectively. To discuss your situation, contact Herhusky Law Office, PLLC
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Defensive Asylum Proceedings
If removal proceedings have already been initiated, it may still be possible to apply for asylum through what is known as the defensive asylum process. Unlike affirmative asylum, defensive asylum is handled in immigration court rather than through U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services alone. In these cases, an immigration judge conducts a hearing to evaluate the application.
During the hearing, the judge will review the evidence submitted, listen to your testimony, and may hear from witnesses on your behalf. You will also be asked questions about the persecution you experienced and your fear of returning to your home country. In many cases, the judge issues a decision at the conclusion of the hearing or shortly thereafter.
If asylum is granted, you may become eligible to apply for lawful permanent residence after one year of continuous physical presence in the United States. Navigating immigration court can be overwhelming, especially when your safety and future are at stake. Karina Herhusky provides dedicated representation to individuals in Durham, North Carolina, and throughout the United States who are facing removal proceedings. If you are already in immigration court, it is not too late to seek guidance. Contact Herhusky Law Office, PLLC to schedule a consultation and discuss your options.
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