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Becoming a U.S. citizen
6/17/2008 1:48 PM
By: Luke Ellis

How does someone become a citizen of the U.S.?

How can someone help a family member legalize their status in the U.S.?

If you are a U.S. citizen, and over the age of 21, you can petition to legalize the status of certain members of your family, such as your spouse, children, parents or siblings.

Are there any laws that help victims of family violence who may not have a status in the U.S.?
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U.S. citizenship

News 8's Luke Ellis offers legal suggestions about the U.S. citizenship process and legalizing status in the U.S.



Watch this week's Common Law segment to learn more about PAPA, citizenship processes in the U.S., and the Violence Against Women Act.


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The material provided in The Common Law is for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute, nor is it a substitute for, legal advice. For advice on your specific facts and circumstances, consult an attorney directly.





Luke Ellis is licensed to practice law in Texas and New York. He is an associate at Jackson Walker LLP; his practice focuses on general commercial litigation. Ellis writes The Common Law, a weekly, legal column in the Austin Chronicle that addresses practical and everyday legal issues. His column has also been published in Spanish in El Mundo.

Disclaimer
The material provided in The Common Law is for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute, nor is it a substitute for, legal advice. For advice on your specific facts and circumstances, consult an attorney directly.




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