If you fear returning to your country because you fear persecution, you may be able to obtain lawful status in the U.S. through a grant of asylum.

Your fear must be based on one or more of several different reasons, including: race, gender, religion, nationality, political beliefs and membership in a particular social group, which includes sexual orientation.

Ms. Alvarez is known for her expertise in the representation of gay, lesbian and transgender immigrants in the asylum law context. In 1993 she successfully argued the first asylum case based on sexual orientation before an Immigration Judge in San Francisco. In re. Matter of Tenorio (1993). She also has expertise in persecution on account of religious and political beliefs.

For answers to your questions about U.S. immigration law and the requirements for obtaining a grant of asylum—call our law office so you can schedule an appointment.