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BARTLESVILLE LAW BLOG
This blog will discuss the law as it affects residents of Bartlesville and the surrounding area. We plan to add new blog posts every two weeks. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for topics you would like discussed, contact the Persaud Law Office. Also, if you have questions about legal topics, please feel free to submit them.
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The New Standby Guardianship Law in Oklahoma
Last year, the Oklahoma state legislature passed the “Oklahoma Standby Guardianship Act.” This law allows a parent to designate another...
Kyle Persaud
Jun 305 min read
New Oklahoma Laws 2024
Every year, I publish a list of some of the more important new laws that the Oklahoma Legislature has passed in the year. Here is my list...
Kyle Persaud
Oct 28, 20245 min read
The New Affidavit of Citizenship You Must File with Most Land Deeds
If you have any experience with land dealings, you likely know that any time land is conveyed, the deed (or other document conveying the...
Kyle Persaud
Mar 4, 20245 min read
How to Extend a U.S. Non-Immigrant Visa
Many non-citizens in the U.S. are here on “non-immigrant visas.” Most non-immigrant visas are, by nature, temporary. So, if you’re here...
Kyle Persaud
May 9, 20223 min read
What Happens if My Green Card Expires While Waiting for Citizenship?
If your green card expires while you’re waiting for citizenship, you don’t need to worry. Learn how to renew your Green Card
Kyle Persaud
Jan 17, 20224 min read
Can a Green Card Be Revoked?
A green card shows you are a lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (LPR) However, a green card can be revoked. Click here to learn more.
Kyle Persaud
Nov 15, 20215 min read
Is a Lawyer Required to Get a Green Card?
The short answer is: No law says that you need a lawyer, at any stage of the proceeding, in order to get a green card.
Kyle Persaud
Sep 13, 20214 min read
How to Become a Sponsor for an Immigrant Friend
You have a friend who wants to come to the U.S., and you wonder: Can you help him? You may sponsor an immigrant friend in two ways.
Kyle Persaud
Jul 19, 20214 min read
Can an Asylee Be Deported?
If you or your loved one is in the U.S. as an asylee, you may be wondering: Can an asylee be deported? Click here to learn more.
Kyle Persaud
May 10, 20215 min read
Can I Get a CDL If I'm a Non-US Citizen?
"Do I have to be a legal U.S. citizen to get a CDL?" The answer is yes, with some restrictions. Learn more.
Kyle Persaud
Apr 12, 20214 min read
Steps to Get a U.S. Green Card
This post gives a brief basic overview of the process of obtaining a green card. To learn more about the process, click here.
Kyle Persaud
Apr 5, 20214 min read
Immigrant vs. Non-Immigrant Visas – Differences Explained
What's the difference between an immigrant and non-immigrant visa? Click here to understand the differences.
Kyle Persaud
Feb 22, 202117 min read
When Can an Asylee or Refugee Apply for U.S. Citizenship?
When Can an Asylee or Refugee Apply for U.S. Citizenship? Click here to learn more.
Kyle Persaud
Jan 11, 20214 min read
Can a Non-US Citizen File a Lawsuit in Oklahoma?
Can a non-US citizen file a lawsuit in Oklahoma? The short answer is, YES. Click here to learn more about OK law.
Kyle Persaud
Nov 9, 20202 min read
How Long Does It Take to Become a U.S. Citizen?
How long does it take to become a U.S. citizen? Read more about U.S. citizenship here.
Kyle Persaud
Sep 14, 20204 min read
Humanitarian Parole: What You Need to Know
What is humanitarian parole? Click here to learn what humanitarian parole is and how you may apply.
Kyle Persaud
Aug 10, 20202 min read
Can a Non-Citizen Get a Driver's License in Oklahoma?
If you are an Oklahoma resident & a non-citizen, you might ask, "Can a non-citizen get a driver's license in OK?" Click here to learn more.
Kyle Persaud
Jun 22, 20202 min read
Sponsoring a Relative - What happens if a relative turns 21 or changes marital status?
This is the third post in a three-part series where I answer commonly asked questions about sponsoring a relative.
Kyle Persaud
May 11, 20202 min read
Can a U.S. Citizen Sponsor More than One Person?
In this post, I answer the question, "Can a U.S. Citizen Sponsor More than One Person?"
Kyle Persaud
May 4, 20202 min read
What Relatives Can a U.S. Citizen Sponsor?
This post is the first of a three-part series. In this part, we will discuss what relatives a U.S. citizen or LPR may sponsor.
Kyle Persaud
Apr 27, 20204 min read
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