U.S. Citizenship Attorneys in North Carolina
Naturalization is widely seen as the pinnacle of U.S. immigration law and is a process in which a foreign national takes the ultimate step of becoming a citizen of the United States. With thousands of individuals across North Carolina seeking citizenship each year, the advice of an experienced citizenship lawyer can help ensure your eligibility while avoiding potential pitfalls. At the immigration law firm of ROBERT BROWN LLC, our attorneys have worked with thousands of clients to help them achieve their naturalization and citizenship goals. To speak with a knowledgeable immigration attorney, contact our office in Durham.
Call 888.861.4414 in Raleigh-Durham for Advice About Citizenship
Our naturalization and citizenship lawyers advise lawful permanent residents throughout North Carolina about the naturalization process. We advise clients about the requirements for U.S. citizenship. An experienced immigration attorney's counsel can be especially important for ensuring that an applicant meets the strict regulatory requirements for eligibility and is thoroughly prepared for the naturalization interview required of every applicant.
Meeting the Requirements for U.S. Naturalization
The first step is to establish whether you have satisfied the U.S. residence requirement, which varies according to such factors as age, military service, asylum status and marital status. Our North Carolina immigration lawyers will discuss the requirements with you and advise you about any potential obstacles, such as criminal convictions, drug and alcohol problems, and other matters that may make it difficult to prove good moral character as required by law. Additional requirements as to residence within North Carolina and international travel also bear upon an individual's qualification for naturalization.
Our attorneys can help you through all of the formal naturalization processes, such as fingerprinting, the citizenship interview, and the English language and civics examinations. Because USCIS has immigration offices in both Charlotte and Durham, our attorneys will work to ensure that you are not only prepared for your interview, but also that you are confident in your presentation and prospect of success.
The civics test requires a basic understanding of the functions of the U.S. government, and we can help you find appropriate practice tests to identify weak spots in your knowledge. Older applicants are often eligible for a waiver of the language requirement if they meet specific criteria as to age and length of permanent residency in the United States. Additionally, individuals whose difficulty with English or civics can be traced to a particular medical cause can often obtain medical waivers from the testing requirements. Regardless of your situation, ROBERT BROWN LLC will work to ensure that you are prepared for success when appearing for your naturalization interview.
When you pass both tests, you will receive notification and an invitation to a naturalization ceremony, where you take the loyalty oath. If you do not pass the tests, you will have the chance to take them again, with the opportunity for additional preparation.
Raleigh-Durham Naturalization Lawyers: Call 888.861.4414
The immigration and naturalization lawyers of ROBERT BROWN LLC have many years of experience helping people obtain the rights and privileges of a naturalized U.S. citizen. If you plan to apply for citizenship, our law firm can assist you no matter where you live in North Carolina. Contact us in Durham to learn more about the naturalization process.
