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What Is Form I-130 and Why It Matters for Humanitarian Family Reunification
For families separated by borders, Form I-130 is the first legal step toward reunification. If you’re a U.S. citizen or green card holder, this petition helps prove your family relationship and opens the door to permanent residency for your loved ones.

Shan Potts
Jul 8, 20252 min read


Bay Area Increased Deportations: What It Means for Immigrant Families
Bay Area Increased Deportations: What It Means for Immigrant Families

Shan Potts
Jul 7, 20252 min read


Surge in ICE detention deaths Sparks National Alarm
A recent proposal to begin deporting US citizens convicted of serious crimes has sent shockwaves through legal and immigrant communities. Though constitutionally questionable, the suggestion has real consequences for how citizenship and justice are interpreted going forward.

Shan Potts
Jul 3, 20252 min read


What to Expect at Your USCIS Interview — And How to Prepare for Success
If you’re facing a USCIS interview, preparation is everything. In this blog, we break down what happens during the interview, the most common mistakes people make, and how to get ready the right way — with support from an experienced immigration team.

Shan Potts
Jul 2, 20252 min read


Haiti TPS Termination: What Over 500,000 Haitians Need to Know Now
The U.S. is officially ending Temporary Protected Status for Haiti, leaving hundreds of thousands at risk of losing legal status. This blog explains the Haiti TPS termination, what it means, and how to protect yourself now.

Shan Potts
Jul 1, 20252 min read


ICE Detention in California: What It Means for Immigrant Families
After a sudden ICE raid outside a Home Depot, street vendor Emma De Paz vanished for 72 hours—her family had no idea where she was. This blog explores the rise in ICE detention in California, what it means for immigrant families, and what steps you can take now to protect yourself and your loved ones.

Shan Potts
Jun 30, 20252 min read


Supreme Court Third-Country Deportation Ruling: Implications for Immigrants
The Supreme Court third-country deportation ruling gives the U.S. government the power to deport migrants to unfamiliar nations without notice—putting countless immigrant families at risk. Learn what this means for your community, how Shan Potts Law Offices can help, and what steps you can take to stay protected.

Shan Potts
Jun 27, 20253 min read


ICE Courthouse Arrests in Los Angeles Spark Alarm Among Migrant Communities
ICE courthouse arrests in Los Angeles are on the rise, with recent incidents targeting migrants immediately after court hearings. This escalation puts vulnerable individuals at risk and demands urgent legal response.

Shan Potts
Jun 26, 20252 min read


California’s Largest Migrant Detention Center Proposal Sparks Outrage
A plan to create California’s largest migrant detention center in California City has sparked intense opposition from local advocates, who fear increased family separation and incarceration of vulnerable migrant populations.

Shan Potts
Jun 26, 20252 min read


Why Most BIA Appeals Fail — and What the Strongest Ones Do Differently
Most BIA appeals fail — not because the case is weak, but because the brief misses the point. A strong appeal isn’t a second chance to tell your story — it’s a legal argument proving the judge got the law wrong. Learn how to avoid the biggest mistakes and build a strategic BIA appeal that gives you a real shot at reversal.

Shan Potts
Jun 25, 20252 min read
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