EN VIVO en Radio La Maxxima - Abogada Lorena

14 Aug 2026 · 40 min
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In this live Spanish‑language radio program, immigration attorney Lorena Rivas answers a rapid series of callers’ questions about U.S. immigration law. She explains a newly issued decision that treats travel on a parole or travel permit as an unlawful departure, potentially triggering a 10‑year bar or permanent bar for people with prior unlawful presence. She clarifies that permanent bars cannot be waived through family petitions, but VAWA‑based cases may obtain a waiver. The discussion covers the limits of family‑based petitions (I‑130) depending on how the applicant entered the U.S., the need for consular processing, and the role of waivers such as I‑601A. Rivas advises callers on procedural tools like filing FOIA requests to obtain their immigration file, creating a notarized power‑of‑attorney for children if parents are detained, and filing motions to reopen old deportation orders. She details the current long processing times for work‑permit renewals (up to 1‑1.5 years) and biometrics appointments, and stresses that having filed taxes (ITIN) can be a positive factor in immigration hearings. Practical safety tips for encounters with ICE, the importance of carrying documentation, and contacting an attorney are provided. Rivas also explains the steps for adjusting conditional residence (I‑751), the impact of administrative changes (Biden vs. Trump eras) on case timelines, and warns listeners about fraudulent social‑media accounts, emphasizing the firm’s verified channels and the fact that they never accept PayPal payments. Throughout, she repeatedly offers phone numbers for direct consultation and encourages listeners to seek personalized legal advice.

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