Naturalization and Citizenship
United States Immigration Law Firm ▪
Pasadena, California
U.S. Naturalization and Citizenship
Attorneys at Reeves & Associates, through
offices in Pasadena and San Francisco, California, USA, and
branch offices in , China and Makati, Philippines,
help persons seeking United States citizenship. Obtaining
relief and benefits for immigrants to the U.S. has been the
keystone of our practice for more than twenty-five years.
In addition to representation with initial immigrant
visa applications and consular
processing, or adjustment of status to permanent residence
with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS),
our immigration
and naturalization law firm represents clients for
naturalization and prepares them for the critically important
USCIS interview. If you are considering U.S. naturalization,
you are encouraged to contact
our office and arrange a consultation with a naturalization
and citizenship attorney .
Requirements for U.S. Citizenship through Naturalization
Our office represents applicants for naturalization
by proving that they:
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Have held permanent resident status (green
card) for the required period of time
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Have met the physical presence and continuous
residence requirements.
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Are of good moral character. This involves
an examination of state and federal records.
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Demonstrate knowledge of English (reading,
writing and speaking) and U.S. History and Government.
Some permanent residents may qualify for a waiver
from the English language requirement.
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Demonstrate willingness to support and defend
the U.S.A. and its Constitution by taking the Oath of
Allegiance.
Citizenship by Acquisition or Derivation
Children born abroad to U.S. citizens can sometimes
claim U.S. citizenship. Lawyers at Reeves & Associates
represent eligible clients in establishing U.S. citizenship
and obtain U.S. passports through research and documentation
of government and family records.
Contact our
office if you are interested in the various routes to permanent
residency, leading to eligibility for naturalization and
U.S. citizenship.
