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How to “Clear” Your California Conviction to Help An Application for Citizenship Outside the U.S.

Parviz Malakouti-Fitzgerald, Esq.

13 hours ago
4 min

How to “Clear” Your California Conviction to Help An Application for Citizenship Outside the U.S.

American citizens with a conviction in California may be able to help their second citizenship application with a California expungement.

Easy, Free Email Template to Get Your Immigration File From Your Former Lawyer

Parviz Malakouti-Fitzgerald, Esq.

5 days ago
2 min

Easy, Free Email Template to Get Your Immigration File From Your Former Lawyer

Here is an easy, free email template anyone can use to get their full case file from a former lawyer of theirs.

Palau Digital Residency ID - To Purchase Alcohol from Target Store? (Field Report #7)

Parviz Malakouti-Fitzgerald, Esq.

5 days ago
1 min

Palau Digital Residency ID - To Purchase Alcohol from Target Store? (Field Report #7)

I tried to use the Palau digital residency ID to buy alcohol at a Target store in Los Angeles, California.

Palau Digital Residency ID - To Purchase Alcohol from Walgreens Store? (Field Report #6)

Parviz Malakouti-Fitzgerald, Esq.

6 days ago
1 min

Palau Digital Residency ID - To Purchase Alcohol from Walgreens Store? (Field Report #6)

I tried to use the Palau digital residency ID to buy alcohol from a Walgreens store in Los Angeles, California.

Palau Digital Residency ID - To Request a California Marriage Certificate? (Field Report #5)

Parviz Malakouti-Fitzgerald, Esq.

Sep 20
1 min

Palau Digital Residency ID - To Request a California Marriage Certificate? (Field Report #5)

I tried to use the Palau digital residency ID to obtain a California marriage certificate using the website vitalchek.com.

Passport Expirations & Renewal Friction (Mobility Concepts)

Parviz Malakouti-Fitzgerald, Esq.

Sep 20
1 min

Passport Expirations & Renewal Friction (Mobility Concepts)

Longer validity periods equate to a smaller chance of a limit on your freedom of movement.

What To Do If You're Arrested As a DACA Recipient

Parviz Malakouti-Fitzgerald, Esq.

Sep 19
3 min

What To Do If You're Arrested As a DACA Recipient

As an immigrant in the U.S. if you are arrested and charged with a crime, you need to get an immigration lawyer ASAP.

Palau Digital Residency ID - To Obtain a California Notarization? (Field Report #4)

Parviz Malakouti-Fitzgerald, Esq.

Sep 19
1 min

Palau Digital Residency ID - To Obtain a California Notarization? (Field Report #4)

I tried to use the ID to obtain a California in-person notarization at a UPS store in Los Angeles.

Palau Digital Residency ID - To Request a Nevada Birth Certificate? (Field Report #3)

Parviz Malakouti-Fitzgerald, Esq.

Sep 11
1 min

Palau Digital Residency ID - To Request a Nevada Birth Certificate? (Field Report #3)

I tried to use the ID to request a Nevada birth certificate online through www.vitalchek.com.

5 Simple Ways to Make Your Lawyer Love You [and Make Them Want to Work With You Again]

Parviz Malakouti-Fitzgerald, Esq.

Sep 11
3 min

5 Simple Ways to Make Your Lawyer Love You [and Make Them Want to Work With You Again]

These are EASY five things any client can do to make their lawyer love them:

Palau Digital Residency ID - Use for AAA Roadside Assistance? (Field Report #2)

Parviz Malakouti-Fitzgerald, Esq.

Sep 7
1 min

Palau Digital Residency ID - Use for AAA Roadside Assistance? (Field Report #2)

I attempted to use the Palau digital residency ID to identify myself to AAA for roadside assistance in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Palau Digital Residency ID - Use for Remote Notary? (Field Report #1)

Parviz Malakouti-Fitzgerald, Esq.

Sep 6
1 min

Palau Digital Residency ID - Use for Remote Notary? (Field Report #1)

I attempted to use the Palau digital residency ID to get a remote notarization done via http://notarycam.com.

What Can You Do With Palau's Digital Residency ID?

Parviz Malakouti-Fitzgerald, Esq.

Aug 29
2 min

What Can You Do With Palau's Digital Residency ID?

I plan to find out over the coming months what the Palau digital residency ID can be used for in the United States.

Will Americans with a criminal record be able to visit Europe visa-free in 2024?

Parviz Malakouti-Fitzgerald, Esq.

Aug 27
3 min

Will Americans with a criminal record be able to visit Europe visa-free in 2024?

Americans will soon expected to be required to fill out an electronic travel authorization (ETIAS) to visit a number of European countries.

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Getting Your FBI Background Check

Parviz Malakouti-Fitzgerald, Esq.

Aug 25
3 min

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Getting Your FBI Background Check

Here are the top 5 mistakes in getting an FBI background check and apostille that I see which delays them in becoming a dual citizen.

How to Prove Lawful Entry for Adjustment of Status

Parviz Malakouti-Fitzgerald, Esq.

Jul 31
3 min

How to Prove Lawful Entry for Adjustment of Status

In this article, we will explore three effective strategies to demonstrate your lawful entry into the United States.

What Exactly is a USCIS Request for Evidence ("RFE")?

Parviz Malakouti-Fitzgerald, Esq.

Jul 24
3 min

What Exactly is a USCIS Request for Evidence ("RFE")?

In this article, we'll explain the difference between a request for evidence ("RFE") and a notice of intent to deny ("NOID") from USCIS.

How to Get Your Nevada Criminal History Record Easily

Parviz Malakouti-Fitzgerald, Esq.

Jul 23
3 min

How to Get Your Nevada Criminal History Record Easily

This article is a step by step guide on how to get your Nevada criminal history record easily.

How long Can U.S. Green Card Holders Stay Outside of the USA & Still Qualify for Naturalization?

Parviz Malakouti-Fitzgerald, Esq.

Jul 23
4 min

How long Can U.S. Green Card Holders Stay Outside of the USA & Still Qualify for Naturalization?

This article explains how long you can stay outside of the U.S. as a green card holder and still naturalize in the United States.

What Actually Happens in an I-485 Interview?

Parviz Malakouti-Fitzgerald, Esq.

Jul 22
3 min

What Actually Happens in an I-485 Interview?

Here's an easy-to-read breakdown of what usually happens during an I-485 adjustment of status interview.