Immigration

Immigration sits at the apex of the services provided by von Schulz Law Office for individual and corporate clients who are noncitizens or acting on behalf of noncitizens. There are many paths to obtaining temporary or permanent residence in the United States as well as eventual naturalization. The conceptual argument is to demonstrate that the noncitizen has a particular need to be in the United States.

Among the most extreme needs is the need to avoid persecution or torture. Asylum is available for noncitizens who come from countries where they suffered harm or have a fear of future harm because of their race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion. Asylum applications are complex and require well prepared applications, personal statements, and evidence. von Schulz Law Office will provide legal representation and assistance at the crucial initial stages of the asylum application and throughout the asylum process.

Family reunification is another critical need which is recognized by the United States Immigration system. Family based immigration targets individuals who are connected to the United States through a close familiar relationship. The nature of the relationship and the relevant immigration benefits are closely tied with the social values supported by the United States government.

Employment based immigration is a compromise from the perspective of policy. Noncitizens pursuing employment generally have to demonstrate that their presence is beneficial to people who are already residing in the United States. This process is satisfied by showing that the noncitizen possesses very high talent or works in an area where there are no suitable workers capable of doing the work of the noncitizen.

Litigation

Litigation is an important part of social participation in United States society. However, the process of litigation is complex and requires professional skills and knowledge which go beyond reading or memorizing legal text. Success in litigation depends on the ability to interpret text, understand social norms, and use logical arguments.

Civil litigation holds a long tradition in the United States and serves a fundamental purpose of ensuring a feeling of fairness among the population. In civil litigation, individuals are able to force the government to hear their grievances, to consider all the facts and social policies, and render a well-reasoned decision. This process differs from other forms of redress in that it is the harmed individual who is the initiator of government action.

Criminal defense is an important right. By protecting the rights of the accused or the guilty, attorneys protect the rights of the innocent. Furthermore, in criminal cases involving noncitizens, there are substantial risks of effective double punishment: the criminal punishment and immigration consequences, including deportation.

Bankruptcy is an administrative procedure involving balancing the interests of the creditors while respecting rights of the debtor. In this process, legal representation can shield certain assets and works to ensure all debt is discharged during bankruptcy.

Tax

Taxes are an inevitable part of life in the United States. When properly planned, tax burdens can be minimized, and expensive surprises are avoided.

Dr. von Schulz will use his experience to help you in tax planning, compliance, and audit defense. Tax services provided by von Schulz Law Office include: federal and state tax planning, tax compliance services, and IRS audit representation.