Summary: Immigration submissions often get rejected by USCIS for simple mistakes such as using an outdated form, leaving a question blank, mailing to the wrong address, or paying the fee in the wrong amount. Avoid these problems by reviewing your forms multiple times and staying organized. Working with an immigration lawyer is the best way to make sure your application is accepted out of the gate.. For an immigrant Read More

Summary: In Missouri, you have the right to record police officers performing their duties in public spaces, as long as you don’t interfere. Recordings are also allowed under the state’s one-party consent rule. Your Right to Record Public Officials In Missouri, you have the right to record public officials, including police, as long as you are in a public space and do not interfere with their work. Courts across the Read More

Imagine being pulled over for a routine traffic stop, only for the situation to escalate into an arrest or injury. Or consider getting a call in the middle of the night that your incarcerated family member has been severely injured.  Don’t we have rights? How can this happen?  The short answer is, yes! But, what truly constitutes a civil rights violation? Understanding the difference between personal feelings of Read More

Navigating the complexities of immigration law can often feel overwhelming. Whether you are seeking assistance with a visa application, pursuing a green card, or applying for citizenship, at KW Law, we understand the challenges and are dedicated to making the process as smooth and transparent as possible. If you’re considering hiring KW Law for your immigration needs, let’s walk through the five key stages of your Read More

Bringing the person you love to the United States through the K-1 visa process is a deeply personal journey. You’ve already made the commitment to each other, and now your goal is to prove that commitment to an immigration officer. The K-1 visa interview is a key step in that process, and how you prepare for it can shape what happens next for you and your fiancé. Many couples feel anxious going into the interview, Read More

We understand the significance of your green card in your life. Unfortunately, travel plans outside of the country can quickly become complicated if your green card has expired. Many lawful permanent residents don’t realize that leaving the U.S. with an expired card can create serious problems at a port of entry or physical border when trying to return. Whatever the reason for traveling out of the country - family Read More

The immigration medical exam, using form I-693, Report of Immigration Medical Exam and Examination, is a required step in the green card application process. While it might not get as much attention as the evidence or interview, your exam plays just as important of a role in your immigration process. At KW Law, we’ve worked with countless families through the whole process, including this step, and we know how Read More

If you’ve been married to a U.S. citizen and living in the United States as a lawful permanent resident for at least three years, you may qualify for naturalization sooner than others. While permanent residence grants several rights, it doesn’t offer the full benefits or protections of U.S. citizenship. Now, with increased enforcement and shifting immigration priorities under the current administration, many green Read More

It’s challenging now more than ever to properly understand and navigate immigration in the United States. It has never been particularly easy for immigrants and their families, but under the Trump administration, the stakes got higher. Trump-era policies from the first term continue to influence how green card renewals and naturalization applications are processed, with more strict enforcement actions taking the Read More

When someone is killed by law enforcement, grief collides with a need for answers. Families aren’t just mourning—they’re fighting. Fighting to be heard, to be believed, to make someone answer for what happened. It’s not about filing civil rights lawsuits for the sake of money. It’s about restoring dignity when the system strips it away and getting the justice the family sees fit. At KW Law, we fight because we Read More