Atlanta Asylum Attorneys
Supporting Immigrants in Atlanta, Charlotte, & Beyond
At The Fogle Law Firm, LLC, we have provided quality representation for hundreds of asylum seekers over three decades. Under the leadership of Attorney H. Glenn Fogle, Jr., our team serves people from around the world and offers multilingual services in English, Spanish, and French.
Should you work with our Atlanta asylum attorneys, you can expect us to aggressively work to achieve a successful case outcome. Our team will collect and organize the necessary information for your application, including gathering evidence to illustrate the persecution and dangers you may face if you do not obtain asylum.
As the United States's immigration laws evolve, so does our approach. You can count on us to guide you through the nation's ever-changing legal landscape and work to get the protection you and your loved ones deserve.
Call (888) 970-8505 or contact us online to request a case evaluation. We extend our affordable services to those in and around Georgia, North Carolina, and California. We also welcome the opportunity to assist those across the US and even abroad.
Defining Asylum
Asylum is legal protection given to individuals and families who have fled their home country because of the fear of persecution or violence. It specifically safeguards those who may be harmed because of their race, religion, nationality, political options, or social group.
Once granted asylum, you can remain in the US legally. You will receive work authorization and have a path to permanent residency (a green card) that can eventually lead to citizenship. Additionally, you may seek derivative protections for family members, including your spouse and unmarried minor children under 21.
Qualifying for Asylum
To qualify for asylum, you must meet specific criteria set by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
These include:
- Being physically present in the US
- Having a well-founded fear of persecution in your home country
- Being unable or unwilling to return to your home country because of that fear
- Being persecuted or fearing persecution because of your race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group
- Filing for asylum within one year of entering the US (exceptions may apply)
Types of Asylums
Affirmative
When you enter the US, it is possible to file an “affirmative” application for asylum with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). An officer at a local asylum office will conduct an interview and determine whether you meet the definition of a refugee.
Defensive
A “defensive” application for asylum occurs when you request asylum as a defense against removal from the US. For asylum processing to be defensive, you must be in removal proceedings in immigration court with the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR).
Asylum Alternatives
If you do not qualify for asylum, it is still possible to request “withholding of removal.” This will not grant you permanent residency or a path to citizenship, but it can shield you from removal.
In some cases, you may also seek protection under the Convention Against Torture (CAT). Unlike asylum and withholding of removal, CAT does not require a specific protected ground for persecution. Instead, it shields individuals from being deported to a country where they would face harm. We must note the threshold for proving eligibility for CAT can be quite high.
As a client of The Fogle Law Firm, LLC, you can rely on our attorneys to explore all options to help you receive the immigration benefits and protections you need. Whether this is through asylum or another route will depend on our careful assessment of your situation and experience handling complex immigration cases. We are unafraid to pursue litigation if it means defending our clients' rights.
Speak with Our Atlanta Asylum Attorneys About Your Case
The The Fogle Law Firm, LLC is a premier boutique immigration law firm for a reason. Across decades, we have worked tirelessly to achieve positive outcomes for our diverse clientele. The foundation of our success is our human-driven approach. Our team recognizes that cases are far more than numbers. The matters we handle mean everything for the livelihoods and futures of the individuals and families we serve. Nowhere is this more true than in asylum cases.
If you are seeking refuge in the US from persecution in your home country, contact our firm today. We are ready to hear your story and employ our extensive resources and innovative strategies to support you on your immigration journey.
Request a case evaluation to learn more about asylum and how our skilled and widely trusted team can assist you. Call (888) 970-8505 or contact The Fogle Law Firm, LLC online.
Why Clients Trust The Fogle Law Firm
We combine decades of experience with personalized service, creative legal solutions, and a deep commitment to justice to achieve the best possible outcomes.
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Proven Track Record in Litigation
We have taken immigration cases to the U.S. Courts of Appeal and even helped create new case law, setting legal precedents that benefit immigrants nationwide.
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Integrity, Honesty & Passion
We are committed to ethical representation, innovative legal thinking, and fighting passionately for our clients’ immigration rights.
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Decades of Immigration Experience
With over 30 years of experience, The Fogle Law Firm has successfully guided clients through every stage of the immigration process, from strategic planning to completion.
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Full-Service Immigration Solutions
Whether you’re an individual, a family, an investor, or a business, we handle everything from simple petitions to complex litigation before the highest courts.
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Boutique Firm with a Human Touch
Unlike large firms, we provide personalized service and creative legal strategies tailored to each client’s unique immigration goals.
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Diverse & Multilingual Team
Our attorneys and staff come from around the world and are fluent in English, French, Spanish, Korean, Portuguese, and more, ensuring clear communication with our diverse clientele.
