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Applying for United States citizenship can be a complex process, and at Buhler Thomas Law. P.C., we’re here to help you with every detail of the process. Our citizenship attorneys can guide you through any confusing elements, and sift through any complicated information you may be having trouble with.As our immigration attorneys will tell you,…

For people who receive a green card, this generally represents their right to be a citizen of the United States for life. As immigration attorneys at Buhler Thomas Law, P.C., there’s nothing that brings us more joy than seeing one of our clients approved for such a life-changing event. This is almost always the final…

At Buhler Thomas Law, P.C., we’re your trusted immigration lawyers here to assist you with every step of what can often be a very difficult process. United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is no joke, and you need to be precise and detailed in your applications and forms. Knowing what to do in these…

Whether you came here first on vacation, as a student, or as an employee of a multinational company, when you decide that you want to make the U.S. your permanent home, the next step is to get a Green Card. Once you have a permanent resident card (which is good for 10 years and renewable…

There are about 140,000 people who enter the U.S. each year on what are called “employment-based visas”. These visas are made available to ensure that qualified applicants, who have the skills to work in jobs in the U.S. for which skilled workers are needed, will be able to live and work here without concerns about…

Millions of people all over the world today make the decision to immigrate to a new country where they believe they can find greater opportunities and improve their quality of life. The process of moving from one country of residence to another comes with many challenges, but perhaps the most challenging part of it all…

Millions of people around the globe dream of coming to the United States and fulfilling their dreams.  Before crossing the border, any foreign national must have a visa in order to enter the country legally. While you are in the country or trying to re-enter the country, there are several legal issues you must avoid…

As many people know, love can transcend boundaries, including international ones. American citizens who marry non-citizens are permitted under United States immigration law to bring their spouses to live in Utah or any other state, provided the conditions of the law are met.International engagementsA foreign national who is engaged to an American citizen can obtain…

Reuniting families has been a focus of U.S. immigration policy for several decades, and it is possible for some people to obtain a visa to live in the U.S. through a family member who is a citizen or lawful permanent resident. Limits on the number of these visas that can be granted have led to…

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals On August 15, 2012, the U.S. Customs and Immigration Service began accepting applications to the new program, known as Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals. The program is open to undocumented immigrants who came to the U.S. before turning 16 and who were age 30 or younger as of June 15,…

In its October 2011 analysis, the NFAP found that current wait times for employment-based green cards are projected to be about 5 to 8 years for many potential immigrants, with far longer waiting periods expected for certain others, depending on their preference category and country of origin. According to the projections, some potential immigrants from…

A group of 11 people representing several Utah business industries, community groups and faith organizations recently went to Washington, D.C. to discuss comprehensive immigration reform. The group represented industries as diverse as low-wage farm workers to high-tech industry experts. The coalition went as part of 600 advocates from around the country as part of the…