ASYLUM
Experienced asylum attorney for clients across NJ, DC, MD, and VA. We handle affirmative and defensive asylum cases. Free consultations available.
Seek Protection. We Help You Apply for Asylum or Defend Against Removal.
If you fear persecution in your home country, asylum may offer you a chance at safety and a new life in the United States. At The Law Office of Ali Aziz, PLLC, we guide individuals and families through every step of the asylum process — whether applying affirmatively or defending against removal in court. We assist clients across New Jersey, Washington DC, Maryland, Virginia, and nearby areas.
Our Asylum Services
We assist clients with:
✅ Affirmative asylum applications (USCIS)
✅ Defensive asylum representation (Immigration Court)
✅ Master calendar hearings (MCH)
✅ Merits hearings (individual hearings)
✅ Change of venue motions
✅ Asylum interview assistance and preparation
✅ Asylum-based work permits (EAD)
✅ Withholding of removal & CAT protection
✅ BIA appeals of denied claims
✅ Motions to reopen, reconsider, or terminate
✅ Bond hearings for detained asylum seekers
Understanding the Asylum Process in New Jersey, DC, Maryland, and Virginia
If you are seeking asylum anywhere from New Jersey to Virginia, it is crucial to understand how the U.S. asylum system works and where your case will be processed. The asylum process offers protection to individuals who fear persecution in their home countries because of their race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group. Our law office helps clients in Newark, Arlington, Baltimore, Richmond, and surrounding regions navigate this complex system with care and precision.
There are two main types of asylum cases: affirmative asylum and defensive asylum. Affirmative asylum is filed with USCIS through Form I-589, and interviews are usually held at the Newark Asylum Office (for New Jersey residents) or the Arlington Asylum Office (for those in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC). Defensive asylum occurs when you are in removal proceedings, and your case is heard at the Immigration Court — for example, in Newark, Arlington, or Baltimore depending on your location.
Our firm provides full-service support for both paths, including preparing and filing asylum applications, representing you at master calendar hearings, merits hearings, and asylum interviews, filing motions to change venue, and pursuing appeals to the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) if necessary. We also assist with work permit applications (EAD), and motions to reopen or terminate removal proceedings.
We understand that seeking asylum is not just about paperwork — it’s about protecting your life and your family’s future. Whether you are located in New Jersey, Washington DC, Maryland, Virginia, or elsewhere along the East Coast, we are ready to provide compassionate and experienced legal guidance.
Why Choose Us?
Flat-fee, transparent pricing — no hidden costs
Personalized, compassionate guidance
Fast, responsive service — you are never just a case number
Experience with complex asylum, CAT, and withholding claims
Experience with BIA Appeals.
Fully Remote Consults Available. We make it easy for YOU.
Contact us today for a free consultation. We offer remote and in-person services to best meet your needs.
Steps in the Process
Our Step-by-Step Approach
1️⃣ We evaluate your eligibility for asylum and related protections
2️⃣ We file a strong, well-documented asylum application
3️⃣ We prepare you for your asylum interview or court hearings
4️⃣ We represent you at hearings and interviews
5️⃣ We file necessary motions, appeals, and work permit applications
6️⃣ We help you plan next steps after asylum approval
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you or a loved one is seeking asylum, don’t face the process alone. The Law Office of Ali Aziz, PLLC is here to provide experienced, compassionate legal guidance every step of the way. We serve clients throughout New Jersey, Washington DC, Maryland, Virginia, and beyond.
📞 Contact us today for a free consultation and let us help you protect your future.