Orange County Refuge & Asylum Lawyer

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Asylum and refuge provide protection for those who have a well-founded fear of persecution in their country of origin. Many people refer to asylum as "political asylum" although asylum is not solely granted for political reasons. Generally, asylum is granted when you are currently in the United States and certain time restrictions apply. Being a refugee, however, is generally granted when you are outside the United States, either by applying at certain United States Embassies or through the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR).

As an immigrant himself, Attorney Yekrangi understands the hurdles you face and has a passion for helping people through their immigration matters. He can look at every implication of your case, not just the narrow scope of the immediate problem. At our Orange County law firm, we see the big picture.

We are committed to providing an unparalleled level of individualized attention to our clients, including one-on-one meetings with our skilled immigration lawyer. When you retain Attorney Ashkan Yekrangi, you will speak to him directly from the beginning of your case through to the final conclusion.

Eligibility for Asylum

To be eligible for asylum, you must prove that 1) you are unable to return to your country of origin because you have a well-founded fear of either past or future persecution; and that 2) your persecution is on account of your race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or your political opinion. These five grounds can be further broken down into sub-groups, such as sexual orientation, gender, and other minority groups.

Any person inside the United States, regardless of legal status, may apply for asylum so long as the request is timely. Have more questions about obtaining asylum status? Contact Yekrangi & Associates today.

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Don't hesitate. Get in touch with us today to learn more about how we are prepared to help you! If you wish to talk to our Orange County immigration attorney about your case, do not hesitate to call Yekrangi & Associates today for your consultation and the chance to learn more about our respected immigration practice.