This blog is dedicated to providing clear, accurate, and practical information about U.S. immigration law. All content is written with the goal of making complex legal concepts accessible without compromising accuracy.
January 22, 2025
Attorney Jessica L. Pérez-Salazar analyzes the legal battle over birthright citizenship in the United States, examining the constitutional implications of executive orders challenging the 14th Amendment and the federal courts' responses.
January 27, 2025
The Atty. Jessica L. Pérez-Salazar addresses a critical issue related to current immigration policies and their impact on Latino communities, including those with U.S. citizenship. The notable case is that of a former Puerto Rican military officer wrongly detained by ICE in New Jersey, despite being a U.S. citizen by birth, a right guaranteed by the Jones-Shafroth Act of 1917.
February 9, 2025
Licensed Jessica L. Pérez-Salazar explains what Temporary Protected Status (TPS) is, an immigration benefit granted by the United States government to people from certain countries facing severe situations such as armed conflicts or natural disasters.
February 26, 2025
Attorney Jessica L. Pérez-Salazar, a lawyer specialized in immigration, describes how, in her daily practice, she faces the anxiety and fear of many people who consult her about their immigration status in the United States following the policies implemented by Donald Trump. In recent days, the anxiety over possible deportation has increased, being one of the most common concerns among immigrants.
April 30, 2025
President Donald Trump signed Proclamation 10903, invoking the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, to detain and deport Venezuelan citizens accused of having ties to the criminal group Tren de Aragua (TdA), considered by his administration as a foreign terrorist organization. This historic and rarely used law allows the U.S. president to order the detention or expulsion of nationals from enemy countries without prior trial, something that had only been implemented during the War of 1812, World War I, and World War II.
September 25, 2025
Nationalism is one of the most influential political and cultural forces of recent centuries. It can be a driver of unity, pride, and development, but also a tool of exclusion, hatred, and violence. The difference lies not in the concept itself, but in how it is understood and practiced.
January 27, 2026
Lic. Jessica L. Pérez-Salazar examines the use of state power in contradiction with fundamental constitutional rights, following the death of a citizen during a protest.
April 25, 2026
The U.S. asylum system is one of the most complex areas of immigration law. This article provides a clear, practical overview of the key steps, legal standards, and strategic considerations involved in pursuing asylum in the United States.
April 25, 2026
Immigration attorneys carry significant ethical responsibilities toward their clients. This article examines the Matter of Lozada framework and its practical implications for attorneys practicing in the field of immigration law.