Buffalo Citizenship Attorney

The first step in applying for U.S. citizenship through naturalization is correctly filling out the application form. A Buffalo citizenship attorney at Berger Berger & Slepian can answer your questions, clear up any misunderstandings, and review your application to ensure it is correct.

The standard form to apply for U.S. Citizenship is the Form N-400 provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Naturalization Services (USCIS).

Meeting eligibility requirements before submitting an application

Before submitting an application, our firm carefully examines your eligibility for citizenship. We check that you meet USCIS eligibility requirements, such as—

• Five years of permanent residency
• Three years of permanent residency as a spouse of a U.S. citizen
• U.S. military service qualifications that make you eligible for citizenship

Application review by a Buffalo citizenship lawyer

When reviewing your application, our firm assists with—

• Ensuring your information is printed legibly
• Ensuring your answers are worded well so they are easily understood
• Ensuring all questions are answered completely
• Checking to see that all instructions were followed
• Providing ways you can document your compliance with residency requirements
• Reviewing and offering legal advice regarding a criminal record or other immigration violations
• Mailing the application to the correct USCIS facility

Your application must be filled out truthfully, and we pay close attention to details, carefully gathering all your information so your application accurately reflects your situation. We correct any poor wording that presents facts unfavorably or leaves details open to question.

We can help you fill out your application, or if you already filled it out, we can review and suggest corrections.

Importance of seeking legal advice before filing a citizenship application

Various government agencies within the Office of Homeland Security maintain information about immigrants. UCSIS fingerprints you and runs a background check to determine immigration violations, criminal record, or association with individuals under Department of Homeland Security investigation. In some instances where you could be denied citizenship, fined, or deported, a Buffalo citizenship attorney may advise not applying for citizenship and suggest some other legal recourse.

Contact Berger Berger & Slepian to speak with a Buffalo citizenship lawyer

With offices throughout New York State and in Atlanta, Berger Berger & Slepian is ready to help with citizenship or naturalization issues, including business and individual visas, procedures, applications, and more. Call the firm's main office at (716) 634-6500 or just use the Quick Contact box on your screen.