Riverside Family Immigration Lawyer

In 2025, the Trump administration made immigration extremely challenging. Trying to navigate United States immigration laws by yourself can be nearly impossible. It’s important to work with a compassionate Riverside family immigration lawyer to help you understand your rights.

Hire a Family Immigration Lawyer

In a country born from stolen land, no human should be considered “illegal”. Unfortunately, the United States has complex and confusing laws regarding immigration. These laws have been made more complex by the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” in 2025.

At U.S. Law Center, our immigration team understands that empathic lawyers are needed now more than ever before. Founding attorney Sanjay Sobti has dedicated his professional life to helping those facing harsh immigration laws.

The Negative Effects of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

On July 4, 2025, Trump signed the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA) into law. This law gives $45 billion to the Department of Homeland Security to detain immigrant adults and families through 2029. This is more than four times the current ICE detention budget. It allows family detention, including indefinite detention of children. This violates the current law that limits how long children can be held in detention.

The law also increases fees for immigration processes:

• Asylum seekers must pay at least $100 upfront and $100 per year while their application is pending.
• Crossing the border without authorization now has a minimum $5,000 fee.
• Visa issuance fees are $250.
• Immigration court processing fees range from $500 to $5,000, depending on the type of application or appeal.

This law was explained as a way to prevent criminal activity, but if this were truly the case, these laws would not be affecting children or requiring exorbitant prices for immigrants. It’s also very telling that this bill only targets “immigrant criminals” instead of targeting all crime within the United States, even by U.S. citizens.

As of 2022, California was the top state with children under 18 years old living with immigrant parents, with 3.7 million children. When a parent’s immigration status is threatened, it can have devastating effects on the entire family. If you or your family has been affected by this bill, it’s important to hire a family immigration lawyer to help you understand what options are available to you. We can fight this together.

Adjustment of Status

Adjustment of Status is the process of applying for a green card without leaving the United States. If you are already in the country, you can apply through this process instead of returning to your home country for processing. Immigration cases in Riverside are typically overseen by the Imperial Immigration Court, located at 2409 La Brucherie Road in Imperial.

You’ll need to look over what categories you may be eligible for. Some individuals can qualify through an immediate relative of a U.S. citizen. This can include a citizen who is a:

• Spouse
• Unmarried child under 21 years old
• Unmarried adult children
• Married children
• Siblings of a U.S. citizen age 21 or older.
• Lawful permanent resident
• Fiancé of a U.S. citizen
• Widow or widower of a U.S. citizen

After filing with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), an appointment will be scheduled to get your fingerprints, a photo, and a signature. Some applicants must also attend an interview with USCIS to answer questions under oath. You’ll also have to provide original documents of passports and official travel documents.

USCIS then sends you a written decision on your application. If approved, you’ll get an approval notice followed by your green card. If denied, the notice will explain why and whether you can file a motion to reconsider.

You Need a Family Immigration Lawyer

About 27.3% of California residents are foreign-born. The team at U.S. Law Center is ready to take on your unique case. We don’t treat our clients as just another case number. Immigration cases affect every aspect of your and your loved ones’ lives. They deserve to be treated with the care and severity they require.

FAQs About Riverside, CA Family Immigration Laws

How Does the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Affect Health Care and Nutrition Assistance for Immigrants?

OBBBA removes health and nutrition assistance for many. Only green card holders and certain other residents remain eligible for Medicaid, CHIP, Medicare, SNAP, and ACA tax credits. Asylum seekers, violence/trafficking survivors, Temporary Protected Status holders, and most valid visa holders lose eligibility. Medicare and SNAP changes take effect immediately. Medicaid and CHIP changes begin late 2026.

What Is the Immigration Process Like for Asylum-Seekers?

The immigration process for asylum-seekers can be complex. To apply, you must file Form I-589 within one year of arriving in the United States. If you are granted asylum, you can file a petition for your spouse and children to come to the United States within two years. After one year of being granted asylum, you may apply for a green card.

What Is Self-Deportation?

Self-deportation is a process to avoid being deported by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE. They arrest, detain, and remove people who are in the country undocumented. You do not have to wait for ICE to arrest you. You can leave the country on your own. Doing so allows you to organize your affairs and say goodbye to loved ones. Unfortunately, this option often isn’t available to noncitizens.

What Is the Deportation Process Like?

If ICE arrests you instead of self-deporting, you could be detained for months while waiting for removal proceedings. Arrested individuals are usually removed from the United States. Because families and children can be detained indefinitely, this option can have traumatic effects. Removal can also bar reentry for three years, ten years, or permanently.

Choose a Trusted Riverside Family Immigration Law Firm

The team at U.S. Law Center understands how traumatic immigration cases can be for families. The government has made it clear that they’re not on your side. Having a lawyer ready to fight for your rights is key to your case.

U.S. Law Center serves those in Riverside and the surrounding areas who need help making informed choices about their futures. Contact our team today to schedule your first appointment.