How to Apply for Asylum in the United States: Complete 2026 Guide
Written by Jonathan Aftalion, Esq. — Founding Attorney, Aftalion Law Group (UCLA BA, Wisconsin JD, Witwatersrand LLM, dual CA + NY licensure, Super Lawyers Rising Stars) Reviewed by Jonathan Aftalion, Esq. — August 3, 2026 Home Blogs Immigration 10 Ways Immigration Attorneys Protect Immigrants… If you have fled persecution and are now in the United […]
EAD Automatic Extension Ended: New Rules For L-2, H-4, And Asylum Applicants
Written by Jonathan Aftalion, Esq. — Founding Attorney, Aftalion Law Group (UCLA BA, Wisconsin JD, Witwatersrand LLM, dual CA + NY licensure, Super Lawyers Rising Stars) Reviewed by Jonathan Aftalion, Esq. — August 3, 2026 Home Blogs Immigration 10 Ways Immigration Attorneys Protect Immigrants… For years, renewing an Employment Authorization Document felt like a paperwork […]
Defensive Asylum Application with Immigration Court
Defensive asylum is how you apply for asylum when you are already in removal (deportation) proceedings. Instead of applying affirmatively to USCIS, you file Form I-589 with the immigration court and present your case to an immigration judge as a defense against deportation. If you are in proceedings and fear returning to your country, this […]
How Does the Asylum Process Work?
Asylum in the United States protects people fleeing persecution in their home country. For many, it is the only path to safety when returning home would mean danger. Because of their large immigrant populations and strong legal aid systems, many asylum seekers travel to California and New York. The process can feel overwhelming. What should […]
What to Look for in an Asylum Lawyer in California?
Finding the appropriate legal assistance is absolutely vital when negotiating the difficult asylum process. Knowing what to look for will help you much in your search for an “asylum lawyer near me” in California. Written by Jonathan Aftalion, Esq. — Founding Attorney, Aftalion Law Group (UCLA BA, Wisconsin JD, Witwatersrand LLM, dual CA + NY […]