Asylum, TPS, and Humanitarian Relief in the United States
At De Maio Immigration Law, we provide experienced legal representation to individuals seeking humanitarian protection in the United States due to persecution, violence, political instability, or humanitarian crises in their countries of origin.
Our firm has extensive experience in political asylum, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and other forms of humanitarian relief, offering a strategic, compassionate, and personalized approach to every case. We represent clients in Miami, Coral Gables, throughout Florida, and nationwide across the United States.
Political Asylum in the United States
Asylum is an immigration protection available to individuals who have suffered persecution or have a well-founded fear of persecution in their country of origin based on:
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Political opinion
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Nationality
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Religion
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Race
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Membership in a particular social group
To qualify, you generally must:
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Have entered the United States within the past 12 months (with certain exceptions)
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Demonstrate past persecution or a well-founded fear of future persecution
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Present a credible, well-documented case before USCIS or the Immigration Court
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Types of Asylum We Handle
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Affirmative asylum (before USCIS)
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Defensive asylum (in Immigration Court)
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Asylum cases with complex immigration histories
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Representation at interviews and individual hearings
We prepare each case thoroughly, including personal declarations, country-conditions evidence, psychological evaluations, and witness testimony, with the goal of maximizing your chances of approval.
Path to Permanent Residence Through Asylum
Individuals who are granted asylum may:
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Apply for employment authorization
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Petition for certain qualifying family members
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Apply for permanent residence (Green Card) after one year as an asylee
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Eventually apply for U.S. citizenship
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We guide our clients through every stage of the process, from the initial asylum application to permanent residence and naturalization.
Temporary Protected Status (TPS)
TPS (Temporary Protected Status) is an immigration protection granted to nationals of certain countries designated by the U.S. government due to:
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Armed conflicts
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Natural disasters
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Extraordinary and temporary conditions
TPS may provide:
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Protection from deportation
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Work authorization
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Travel authorization (in certain cases)
We assist with:
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Initial TPS applications
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TPS renewals
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Employment authorization and travel permits
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Analysis of options for adjustment of status or permanent residence when available
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Humanitarian Relief and Other Immigration Protections
In addition to asylum and TPS, there are other forms of humanitarian relief that may provide legal protection in the United States. We evaluate whether you or your family may qualify for options such as:
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Humanitarian parole
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Visas for victims of crimes (U Visa)
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Visas for victims of human trafficking (T Visa)
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VAWA (Violence Against Women Act – self-petitions)
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Cancellation of removal
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Other humanitarian defenses before the Immigration Court
Every case requires careful analysis. Our goal is to protect your lawful presence in the United States and to explore all available options under the law.
Why Choose De Maio Immigration Law?
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Extensive experience in asylum, TPS, and humanitarian relief
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Representation before USCIS and Immigration Courts
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Thorough preparation of evidence and testimony
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Direct, attorney-led representation
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Fully bilingual team (Spanish / English)
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Nationwide representation
Call us at (786) 232-9120 or contact us via WhatsApp at (786) 440-1670.