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Persons from foreign countries seeking United States citizenship or legal residence will find this all-new guide an invaluable aid in helping them find their way through the lengthy requirement process. The author, an immigration attorney, presents a brief history of immigration to America and follows with a detailed discussion of the nation's ever-changing immigration laws. She describes the legal rights, benefits, and obligations that apply to temporary and permanent residents, and discusses grounds and procedures for deportation of undesirable aliens. A major section of the book presents basic requirements for U.S. citizenship, then takes readers step-by-step through the naturalization process, with explanations of a petition or application, forms to fill out, fees to pay, steps involved in filing an application, and following-up procedure to attain citizenship. ... Read more

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After your casebook, "Casenotes" will be your most important reference source for the entire semester.It is the most popular legal briefs series available, with over 140 titles, and is relied on by thousands of students for its expert case summaries, comprehensive analysis of concurrences and dissents, as well as of the majority opinion in the briefs. ... Read more

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The influx of millions of immigrants into the United States has profoundly impacted the nation's economy, culture, and politics. Since the founding of our country, our government has worked to control this migration by enacting different policies to deal with immigration and naturalization. Students can trace the history and development of issues surrounding these policies, as well as the reactions to them, through this unique and comprehensive collection of over 100 primary documents. Court cases, opinion pieces, and many other documents bring to life the controversies surrounding the subject of immigration. Explanatory introductions aid users in understanding each document and help to illuminate its significance to the reader. ... Read more

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An essential, comprehensive, authoritative reference.
Michael LeMay and Elliott Robert Barkan edit U.S. Immigration And Naturalization Laws And Issues, a fine collection which covers the foundations of immigration laws and their applications. From court cases toopinion pieces, this provides thorough understanding of all the issuesinvolved. ... Read more

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Long confined to the study of nationality, citizenship was not always considered a major concern of social scientists. In recent decades, however, the concept of citizenship has generated significant interest and intellectual debate in a variety of academic contexts. Globalization is changing the relationships between actors on the national and international stage and shifting the balance of power between them. These changes have spawned a wealth of scholarship across social science disciplines.The essays in Law and Citizenship add to this lively discourse and provide a framework for analyzing citizenship in an increasingly globalized world. A number of fundamental issues are addressed: How are traditional notions of citizenship erecting borders against those who are excluded? What are the impacts of changing notions of state, borders, and participation on our concepts of citizenship? Within territorial borders, to what extent are citizens able to participate, given that the principles of accountability, transparency, and representativeness remain ideals?There are numerous implications of the concept of citizenship for law and public policy in a number of different fields. International law, both private and public, poverty law, immigration law, constitutional law, history, political science, and sociology all reflect concepts of citizenship. Law and Citizenship will appeal to scholars and students in law and politics as well as those interested in the idea of citizenship in contemporary society. ... Read more

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Immigration Law for Paralegals is an indispensable and practical guide on U.S. immigration, citizenship and visa procedures for instructing and training students or anyone interested in a career as an immigration paralegal or legal assistant.The 2006 edition of Immigration Law for Paralegals contains changes in rules and regulations, specifically pertaining to EB-3 and family based retrogression, Labor Certification - Program Electronic Review Management (PERM) and TN for Mexican citizens, as well as analysis of Schedule A.A competent assistant is essential to immigration practitioners working on mastering all the new rules and regulations under The Homeland Security Act.Contents of Immigration Law for Paralegals include: interviewing, gathering information, case management and document preparation techniques; analysis of temporary and permanent employment visas; analysis of family-based petitions, political asylum and naturalization; as well as samples of completed applications, a glossary of terms and useful appendices.Each visa category is set forth in a clear and concise manner, with real-life and hypothetical situations at the end of each chapter, allowing students to visualize actual problems and issues that arise when processing a case. Further, in responding to the hypothetical situations, students will look to the United States immigration statutes, rules and regulations and precedent and administrative policies to resolve issues. Additionally, each section contains a completed sample application, definition of legal terms, and exercises modeled after tasks paralegals may encounter on the job, including the preparation of relative petitions (Form I-130) and the adjustment of a status package (Forms I-485, G-325A, I-131, I-765, I-864A, and G-28). In keeping with the concise format of each chapter, excerpts from Federal, AAO, and BIA decisions will be cited or footnoted where relevant.The Glossary and Appendices include Immigration Law resources; USCIS Local, Regional and Service Center addresses; questions and answers for the naturalization exam; blank USCIS forms; Credential Evaluation sample request forms and a list of agencies; sample USCIS color photograph specifications, sample medical form (I-688); and IRS Individual Tax ID Number Request (SS-4). ... Read more

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Great book!
It's an excellent book and the cd with all the forms it's really a plus! All the forms are printed in the book also and that really helped my study and understanding.

Reasonably price text--thanks!
A great find for my current class--timely shipment and could not be more pleased with
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Very Basic
This book is very basic, and only skims the surface of Immigration Law. It's great for beginners with absolutely no knowledge of immigration whatsoever, but for anyone looking for in-depth knowledge on the subject;this book is not for you.

Immigration Law for Paralegals
Excellent book.I am a paralegal who recently switched to an immigration law firm and this book has been very valuable. ... Read more

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After your casebook, "Casenotes" will be your most important reference source for the entire semester.It is the most popular legal briefs series available, with over 140 titles, and is relied on by thousands of students for its expert case summaries, comprehensive analysis of concurrences and dissents, as well as of the majority opinion in the briefs. ... Read more

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Immigration is one of the most controversial topics of the decade. Citizens and pundits from across the political spectrum argue for major and disparate changes to American immigration law. Yet few know what American immigration law actually is and how it functions. Everyday Law for Immigrants is an ideal guide for U.S. citizens who want a better understanding of our immigration laws as well as for migrants who make the United States their home. Romero deftly and comprehensively explains the basic challenges immigrants and foreign nationals face not only within formal immigration policy but also within American domestic law generally, including rules promulgated by federal, state, and local entities that affect noncitizens. A concise and accessible primer for interested citizens, noncitizens, and their advocates, this book provides a bird s eye view of U.S. immigration history, practice, and procedure, and constructively addresses the many legal issues in areas such as education, housing, and employment that affect foreigners who reside here. It includes easy-to-understand examples and an extensive appendix of print and Internet resources for further help. ... Read more

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It's Complicated
Everyday Law for Immigrants is the most understandable description of US immigration law I have read and if that isn't enough it contains a timely and surprising bonus.The bonus is that in it's discussion of the relationship and history of state versus federal immigration law it explains why Arizona SB1070 is almost certainly unconstitutional and will eventually be voided by the Supreme Court. This is a result of a Supreme Court ruling in 1849.It is very well explained in the book and is worth reading even if you don't agree.
In this short readable book Romero takes one through the agency and acronym thicket that is our immigration law and describe the hidden logic.The book is occasionally ironic and mostly jargon free. (this is high praise when dealing with a schizophrenic organization like DHS) It also has excellent footnotes and a very useful resource guide.
Everyday Law for Immigrants take a complicated set of laws and procedures and turns it into an understandable, although not palatable, scheme.Well done. ... Read more

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Immigration and Nationality Laws of the United States serves as a one-stop source for the most important federal legislation affecting immigration and naturalization, supplementing any teaching materials on the subject. ... Read more

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This book assesses the role of the federal judiciary in immigration and the institutional evolution of the Supreme Court and the U.S. Courts of Appeals. Neither court has played a static role across time. By the turn of the century, a division of labor had developed between the two courts whereby the Courts of Appeals retained their original function as error-correction courts, while the Supreme Court was reserved for the most important policy and political questions. Anna O. Law explores the consequences of this division for immigrant litigants, who are more likely to prevail in the Courts of Appeals because of advantageous institutional incentives that increase the likelihood of a favorable outcome. As this book proves, it is inaccurate to speak of an undifferentiated institution called "the federal courts" or "the courts," for such characterizations elide important differences in mission and function of the two highest courts in the federal judicial hierarchy. ... Read more

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This is a 3 in 1 guide. The 1st part of this guide provides information about the new Immigration and Refugee Protection Act effective from June 28, 2002. It covers all immigration categories. It describes the eligibility criteria for Canadian immigration in every class and how to apply in every category. The 2nd part of this guide provides comprehensive step-by-step settlement information that you must know before arriving in Canada. This information will help you to successfully settle in Canada by knowing Canadian laws, education, taxation and healthcare systems, Canadian culture and labour market. Addresses for newcomers to find help within their communities throughout Canada. The 3rd part of this guide is the most important one, which provides employment search guide for skilled workers who are seeking employment in Canadian workplace.If you do not have any degree or diploma and cannot qualify for Canadian immigration under point system or any other category but if you have 1-3 years of apprenticeship and experience in your skill with good English or French language ability or both then you can try for Temporary Work Permit in Canada based on job offer. Canada issue around 90,000 temporary work permits every year and this is the shortest route to be in Canada allowing you to discover new lifestyle. This guide also contains an article on job search strategies in Canadian workplace approved by Human Resource Development Canada (HRDC) with a comprehensive list of job search websites for all professions from Hi-Tech to traditional, where you will be able to register online with thousands of Canadian and American recruiting agencies and employers for free. There is also a list of necessary websites for people who wants to start a small business in Canada and for people with disabilities.This book has been produced with the approval of Citizenship and Immigration (CIC) Canada and with the authorization ofCommunication Canada, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 1M4 ... Read more

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all of the 5 star reviews were contrived
How can there possibly be such a disparity between readers of this book?People give it 5 stars or 1 star.That's strange isn't it?Yeah, it's because some of the profiles that give this book five stars are fictitious profiles.This book is trash, and everybody who's read it knows.

I liked it.
This book containes a bit less information for skilled worker class immigration and employment search but I liked it. It offers an introduction to all categories for Canadian immigration if you are interested to know about all other categories then this is the book for you.It will take you to offical Canadian website for any update in policy. It is also packed with lots of websites for references and employment search.

Worth the money
Simply awesome. This book reduced my dependence on computer with an internet connection, means I am carrying my PC with internet connection in the train on the bus and everywhere I want to. It is a portable handy resource with tons of information as per subject.

Extremely disappointing
The information contained in this book are the same as you can find on the canadian immigration web site. On page "104", the auther has written a specimen to demonstrateprofiency in English languange if English isn't your first language.That specimen contains loads of grammer errors. Its simply not worth buying it.

Good to have printed version
Now, I understand why people buy dictionaries even they can find that on the web. It is portable needs no computer, power or Internet connection. Job search websites and interview questionsare amazing. ... Read more

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Immigrants today are faced with a Byzantine mixture of laws and"red tape" from the Immigration and Naturalization Service that makes IRS regulations look like a grade school primer. Whether you want to know the special immigration process for orphans, the exceptions to the controlled substance exclusion, or if the "green card" is really green, Immigration and the Law is the source to consult.

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Immigration and Naturalization Law of the United States serves as a one-stop source for the most important federal legislation affecting immigration and naturalization, supplementing any casebook on the subject. With its consistent timeliness and reasonable pricing, this publication is a staple in classrooms nationwide. The 2005 edition reflects important amendments to the Immigration and Nationality Act, including changes in the Legal Immigration Family Equity (LIFE) Act and LIFE Act Amendments, as well as the Child Citizenship Act of 2000, the disability oath waiver legislation, and the new H-1B and V and K visa provisions. Other forms include I-551, the Alien Registration Receipt Card; I-589, the Request for Asylum in the United States; I-9, the Employee Eligibility Verification; 1-94, the Arrival-Departure Record; I-130, the Petition for Alien Relative; ETA-750, the Application for Alien Certification; I-140, the Petition for Prospective Immigration Employee; and I-485, the Application for Permanent Residence. ... Read more

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This book examines immigration law from a gender perspective. It shows how immigration law situates gender conflicts outside the national order, projecting them onto non-western countries, exotic cultures, clandestine labour and criminal organizations. In doing so, immigration law sustains the illusion that gender conflicts have moved beyond the pale of European experience. In fact, the classical feminist themes of patriarchy, the gendered division of labour and sexual violence are still being played out at the heart of Europe's societies, involving both citizens and migrants.

This collection of essays demonstrates how the seemingly marginal perspective of immigration law highlights Europe's unresolved gender conflicts and how a gender perspective can help us to rethink immigration law.

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The fourth edition of Textbook on Immigration and Asylum Law continues to provide students with expert coverage of case law and legislation, along with dynamic analysis of the political context and social impact of the law, and a strong focus on human rights.

An essential text for students at all levels, the book expertly guides the reader through this fascinating and constantly developing area of law.

Online Resource Centre

This book is accompanied by an Online Resource Centre, which contains the following resources designed to support the book:

- Twice-yearly updates providing easy access to changes and developments in the law
- Problem questions to test knowledge and develop analytical skill
- Guidance on how to answer the end-of-chapter questions
- A selection of web links to support additional research ... Read more

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It's harder than ever to get into the United States. It's even harder to stay. This book helps you do both.
Want to become a temporary or permanent resident of the United States? A citizen? You (and your loved ones) can. And the more you know, the better your chances.
Inside is the invaluable information you must have to legally immigrate to the United States. Written by a top immigration lawyer, you'll discover how to avoid the traps that delay entry and how to use shortcuts that speed up the process, as well as:
·The easiest way to obtain and extend your visa
·Things that help—and hurt—your application
·An extensive guide to Internet resources on immigration law
·When you need a lawyer (and when you don't)
·A comprehensive nationwide listing of immigration assistance agencies
·Rules and rights for workers and employers
·Interview questions and answers used by INS examiners
·How much English you need to know to become a citizen
·Sample forms and step-by-step directions for filling them out
·And much more!
This is the ultimate immigration resource for you, your family, and your loved ones. You won't just learn the rules of the immigration "game," you'll learn how to win with this invaluable, easy-to-follow reference guide. ... Read more

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Understand U.S. Immigration Law through examples.
The most striking thing about this book is the extensive use of examples throughout the book. One of the main problems in understanding the law is trying to figure out how it applies to your particular situation. The use of examples is one of the best ways for an author to explain the various aspects of any law. In this book, the author did such a fantastic job that I have picked up the book at various times in the last decade to figure out how I can solve my own particular immigration problem and I was able to fix it very fast. He does such a great job that I got carried away by the confidence the book inspires and decided to handle one of the more difficult immigration situations myself. It worked out alright but in hindsight, I should have taken the assistance of a lawyer to make things easier for myself.

Another tremendous advantage in using this book is the latest updates available through the author's website (you will have to find this yourself using Google since Amazon reviews are not allowed to have web addresses in them - any addresses will be removed automatically). Immigration law is constantly changing and it is risky to follow the advice of any book since it would be outdated the day it was printed. The author is a well known authority on the subject and in the past, I have seen that he has always been very prompt in posting updates to the book between editions and also giving his interpretations of the latest changes to the U.S. Immigration law.

One thing I was told by several immigration lawyers in 1997 is that you don't need to find a local lawyer for immigration related issues. I am not sure if this is still true but what it means is that you don't have to despair if you live in an area that doesn't have a great immigration lawyer. You can always find someone with a good reputation that may be in another state. Based on the number of immigration issues I have gone through, I would strongly recommend anyone in similar shoes to be armed with the knowledge gained through books like this one, but still consult a good lawyer (especially if you are in a complicated situation).

The final step that I have pending is becoming a U.S. citizen (I am a permanent resident right now) and I am using this book to take care of this by myself. I wish you all the best of luck and I hope you find this book as valuable as I did.

A must read
This is the best book on this subject available. I am a new citizen to this country, and it would have not happened so easily without this great book. Thank you, Mr. Wernick.

Very usefull and well written
This is an excellent book for anyone going through the hurdles of US Immigration. The author covers all bases and still keeps the text easy to read and easy to reference. I have seen Mr. Wernick speak and have read his authoritative newspaper column and this book lives up to his usual high standards. It is the only book of its kind you will need and with the high cost of legal advice, you will save time and money.

Don't need a lawyer after reading this book
I just read the 3rd edition of professor Wernick's "U.S. Immigration and Citizenship" book and never felt more confident filing papers with the INS. Moreover, in his currently updated edition Allan Wernick explains the intricacies of the immigration law so clearly that even a layman can grasp its basic concepts. The procedures are illustrated by real stories, each one a distinct immigration problem, which translate the dry and complicated legal lingo into plain English that may be eastily understood in the immigrant communities. This very carefully designed book touches on all important aspects of the immigration procedures and explaines recent changes in the law.
Considering that every Thursday the author answers immigration questions in his Daily News column (I am an avid reader), I must say that Allan Wernick's book is the only up-to-date book on the market.Before you spend your money on a lawyer, I strongly recommend to check out Allan Wernick's "US Immigration and Citizenship." ... Read more

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Here's comprehensive, authoritative, and practical coverage of all the new rules and procedures in one easy-to-read volume. Newly updated and expanded! The scope of the current law makes this guide an essential tool for every practitioner advising clients in this field ... it is comprehensive, authoritative and practical! Thoroughly documented and illustrated with numerous forms, this completely revised edition will save you hours of research time and help you protect your clients' interests. The significantly updated and expanded Fourth Edition of Immigration Fundamentals incorporates all the major changes in immigration law created by the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996, the Personal Responsibility and Work Occupation Reconciliation Act of 1996 (Welfare Act), INS determinations, Department of Labor guidelines, prevailing case law, and other key decisions. You'll find authoritative insight into key provisions affecting immigrant, nonimmigrant, and naturalization benefits; visa application and border procedures standards for adjustment of status; documentary requirements for immigrants; jurisdictional requirements for nonimmigrant visa applicants; and much more! ... Read more

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This compact, comprehensive title offers an expert overview of the history, source, and structure of immigration law. Visa standards, deportation and exclusion issues, refugee and asylum issues, citizenship, and the rights of aliens are also discussed. ... Read more

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In this thorough examination of current immigration policy LeMay offers special insight into the role played by interest groups and political leadership. He offers unique insights into the interaction of reform policy design and problems of implementation and evaluation. ... Read more

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Obtain a visa and stay with your spouse in the U.S.

You're engaged or married to a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, and all you want is the right to be together in the U.S. Should be easy, right? It's not. Information can be hard to find, the government bureaucracy isn't helpful, delays are inevitable. Worst of all, there wasn't an easy-to-use guide through the process -- until now.

Fiancé & Marriage Visas makes obtaining a visa and green card as painless as possible. It helps you decide the fastest and best application strategy for you, whether you are married or unmarried, living in the U.S. or overseas.

With this friendly, comprehensive book, you can: