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Written by immigration attorneys, U.S. Immigration Made Easy is the most compact yet complete resource available to help laypeople and legal professionals learn who is eligible to come to the U.S. on a permanent or temporary basis and how to do so. The book demystifies the law, government policies, and application procedures, discussing most ways to legally enter, live in, or stay in the United States, including through: work visas student visas asylum or refugee status greens card through family, employment, or in some other category U visas for crime victims, and more. Provides step-by-step instructions for filing application forms, and tips on dealing with government officials, delays and denials. Thoroughly updated and revised, this edition covers the latest changes in immigration law, including restrictions on entry for citizens of certain countries, new public charge rules requiring proof of immigrants' financial self-sufficiency, the latest average processing times, and much more.
About the Author
Ilona Bray, J.D. is an award-winning author and legal editor at Nolo, specializing in real estate, immigration law, and nonprofit fundraising. Many of her books are consistent Nolo bestsellers and award-winners. Ms. Bray particularly enjoys interviewing people and weaving their stories into her books.Bray's working background includes solo practice, nonprofit, and corporate stints, as well as long periods of volunteering, including an internship at Amnesty International's main legal office in London. She received her law degree and a Master's degree in East Asian (Chinese) Studies from the University of Washington School of Law and Jackson School of International Studies, and an undergraduate degree in philosophy from Bryn Mawr College. In her spare time she enjoys hiking, going to open houses, writing children's stories, and gardening.Bray also blogs on Nolo.com on topics such as nonprofit fundraising, real estate, and immigration matters. She's the winner of NAREE's 2012 "Best Blog" award.
