Seek Protection Through Asylum.
Meticulous legal representation for affirmative and defensive asylum applications.
The High Standard for Asylum
To win asylum, you must prove a well-founded fear of persecution based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group. The burden of proof is on you. "Well-founded fear" means a reasonable possibility of persecution — but it must be properly documented.
The process is tough and adversarial. Asylum officers and immigration judges look for inconsistencies and demand strong supporting evidence. Filing a generic application without a detailed declaration almost guarantees denial.
You generally must file within one year of arriving in the United States, though exceptions exist for changed circumstances or serious illness. We evaluate whether you qualify for an exception before moving forward.
Evidence Wins Asylum Cases
An asylum claim rises or falls on the evidence and the credibility of the applicant. We spend serious time preparing you for interviews and hearings so your testimony is clear, consistent, and meets every legal requirement.
We handle both affirmative applications with USCIS and defensive applications in immigration court. Our bilingual ability means the details of your story don't get lost in translation.
| Other Firms | Mahfuz Law Standard |
|---|---|
| Filtered through receptionists and paralegals. | Direct access to your attorney. |
| Passed between junior staff. | Attorney handles your case personally. |
| Unclear timelines and no updates. | Clear steps and regular updates. |
| Reacting to government requests late. | Preparing ahead for interviews and hearings. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Generally, you must file your asylum application within one year of your last arrival in the US. There are exceptions for changed circumstances or extraordinary circumstances, which we can evaluate.
Asylum applicants are eligible to apply for an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) after their application has been pending for 150 days, subject to certain conditions.
If USCIS does not grant asylum, you will be referred to an Immigration Judge for removal proceedings, where we can renew your request for asylum defensively.