EN VIVO Radio La Que Buena - Abogada Lorena

31 Jul 2026 · 51 min
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In this hour‑long live radio/YouTube segment, immigration attorney Lorena Rivas (Rivas y Asociados) answers a rapid‑fire series of caller questions about current U.S. immigration law and practice. She opens with recent federal appellate rulings (7th and 9th Circuits) that restore the right to request immigration bonds in several western states, contrasting them with the 5th Circuit’s refusal. She then explains new USCIS policy that allows asylum officers to dismiss affirmative asylum applications and send them directly to immigration court, warning callers of the loss of procedural safeguards. Rivas provides detailed guidance on VAWA, U‑visa, and T‑visa cases, noting severe backlogs (up to 4‑5 years for VAWA, 18‑24 months for T‑visa work authorizations) and the protective effect of pending petitions against removal. She discusses adjustment of status, cancellation of removal (42B), public‑charge rule changes, and the practical steps for assembling evidence, filing motions, and paying attorney fees. Additional topics include the risk of ICE arrests at airports, the imminent closure of Tulsa’s municipal jail and its impact on detention, ticket‑related arrest warrants, and the importance of checking arrest‑warrant status. Throughout, Rivas emphasizes patience, thorough documentation, and contacting her office (multiple phone numbers) for personalized consultations across all 50 states.

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