Asylum Representation for Individuals Fleeing Persecution and Humanitarian Crises

Seeking asylum in the United States offers a path to safety—but only if your voice is heard and your rights are protected.

A Chance to Be Heard, A Right to Be Safe

Comprehensive Legal Support for Asylum Seekers

Every year, individuals and families flee their home countries in search of protection from violence, persecution, and fear. U.S. asylum law offers a legal avenue for safety—but the process is challenging, and denials can have life-threatening consequences. At Pedro L. Salim Law Firm, we work with asylum seekers to file strong, timely, and persuasive claims based on a clear understanding of U.S. immigration law and human rights protections.


To qualify for asylum, you must demonstrate a credible fear of persecution due to your race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group. We help you prepare the required documentation—including your Form I-589—as well as affidavits, medical records, expert declarations, and personal testimony. Whether your case is heard in front of USCIS or an immigration judge, we guide you every step of the way.


We represent clients pursuing affirmative asylum or defensive asylum in removal proceedings. Our firm also assists with related humanitarian relief such as withholding of removal, Convention Against Torture (CAT) protection, and waivers of inadmissibility.

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We Understand the Stakes

Trauma-Informed Advocacy That Fights for Your Future

Asylum applicants are often navigating fear, trauma, and uncertainty while facing a legal system that can be cold and unforgiving. Our firm brings not just legal skill—but also empathy and commitment—to your case. We believe you deserve to live in safety, with dignity and stability, and we fight tirelessly to make that happen.


Our attorneys provide representation during:



We also work with doctors, psychologists, country condition experts, and advocates to compile compelling evidence. If you’ve experienced domestic violence, gender-based harm, political torture, or are a member of the LGBTQ+ community facing persecution, you may qualify for asylum or humanitarian protection.

Affirmative Asylum Applications

Filed with USCIS before deportation proceedings begin, these cases involve interviews and documentary evidence. We prepare, submit, and represent clients at interviews.

Raised as a defense to removal, these cases are heard by an immigration judge. We build a legal case, present witnesses, and cross-examine government testimony.

If you don’t meet asylum’s stricter standards, this protection can prevent your removal if there’s a high likelihood of persecution in your home country.

CAT relief protects individuals who face torture by or with consent of their government. It’s often used in cases where asylum and withholding aren’t available.

Spouses and unmarried children under 21 may be eligible to receive asylum status as derivatives of a successful applicant.

If your asylum claim is denied, we can file appeals or motions based on new evidence, changed conditions, or legal errors.

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Asylum Is Only One Part of the Journey

We Help You Build a New Life Beyond Asylum

Winning asylum is a major milestone—but for many, it’s just the beginning. Our team helps asylum recipients transition to the next legal steps including:


We’ll be there not just for your asylum claim—but for the long-term path to safety, stability, and opportunity.

Asylum FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions About Asylum

  • Can I apply for asylum if I entered the U.S. without documentation?

    Yes. Asylum is available regardless of how you entered, as long as you file within one year of arrival or meet an exception.

  • What if I missed the one-year deadline?

    You may still qualify if there were extraordinary circumstances or changed conditions—we help present evidence and legal arguments for eligibility.

  • Can I get a work permit while my case is pending?

    Yes, after 150 days from filing your application, you can request a work permit. We help prepare and submit Form I-765.

  • What happens if my asylum is denied?

    You may be referred to immigration court or receive a removal order. We handle appeals and motions to reopen to give your case another chance.

  • Can my spouse or children be included in my asylum claim?

    Yes. If they’re in the U.S., they may be included as derivatives. If abroad, we may help bring them through follow-to-join procedures.