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BIA Redefines Parole Under Cuban Adjustment Act

Posted on September 11, 2023September 11, 2023 By Emilio José Rodríguez

In a noteworthy immigration case decided on September 11, 2023, the U.S. Department of Justice Executive Office for Immigration Review Board of Immigration Appeals delved into the critical differentiation between release on recognizance and parole under the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA).Indeed, in this pivotal case, the BIA redefines parole under Cuban Adjustment Act as "humanitarian parole," not "conditional parole." This distinction...

Navigating the U.S. Asylum Process: A Beginner’s Guide

Posted on August 24, 2023August 25, 2023 By Emilio José Rodríguez

Welcome to the Rodriguez | Marrero Law Firm blog! If you or a loved one are seeking refuge in the United States due to persecution in your home country, understanding the U.S. asylum process is critical. This post breaks down the U.S. asylum process, outlining affirmative and defensive asylum procedures. Additionally, we illuminate key contrasts between these paths and emphasize the importance of securing legal representation for a successful...