It’s hard to get an immigration attorney in Colorado

Betty Q. Hixson

Immigrants who have legal representation are far more likely to win permanent resident status or become U.S. citizens. But finding — and affording — an immigration attorney in Colorado is tough, especially on the Western Slope where only a few operate full-time. It’s especially challenging for people who have complicated […]

12 SC defendants sentenced for immigration and employment crimes

Betty Q. Hixson

The Department of Justice recently announced convictions in a major undercover operation involving seven construction-related companies in the Pee Dee region of South Carolina. After a years-long investigation into the construction industry in the region, 12 defendants have been sentenced for immigration and employment-related crimes. The announcement underscores the significant criminal repercussions […]

A general introduction to immigration law and policy in Canada

Betty Q. Hixson

All questions Introduction to the immigration framework i Legislation and policy Canada’s immigration policies are grounded in federal legislation, specifically the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA). Its associated Regulations, the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR), outline how to apply the provisions of the IRPA. The IRPA was introduced […]