Asylum

If you fear returning to your home country because you have suffered persecution or have a well-founded fear of future persecution on account of your race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group, you may be eligible for protection under U.S. immigration law. Depending on your circumstances, relief may be available through asylum, withholding of removal, or protection under the Convention Against Torture (CAT).

 

There are two ways to apply for asylum in the United States: affirmative asylum and defensive asylum.

 

Affirmative Asylum is available to individuals who are physically present in the United States and are not currently in removal proceedings. Applicants file Form I-589 with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and attend an interview with an asylum officer.

 

Defensive Asylum is requested as a defense against removal while an individual is in immigration court proceedings. Applicants present their asylum claims before an Immigration Judge, who determines whether protection should be granted.

 

Whether your case involves affirmative asylum, defensive asylum, withholding of removal, or CAT protection, success often depends on careful preparation, credible testimony, and strong supporting evidence.

 

At Raul Rodriguez Law, we represent individuals seeking humanitarian protection before USCIS and the immigration courts, helping clients pursue the safety and security they need to build their future in the United States.