Trusted Legal Guidance Through the U.S. Citizenship and Naturalization Process

Guiding you through every step of the journey to U.S. citizenship.

The Final Step in Your Immigration Journey

More Than Paperwork—We Protect Your Future Status

Many people believe the citizenship process is just a form and a test—but complications can arise. Our team helps protect your eligibility and avoid denial due to:


  • Past criminal convictions
  • Travel or residency disruptions
  • Misrepresentations or errors during green card processing
  • Failure to pay child support, taxes, or meet moral character requirements


We also assist green card holders applying early based on marriage to a U.S. citizen, and represent individuals with prior immigration violations, including those who required waivers or were in removal proceedings.


Because naturalization is often irreversible, it’s critical to work with an immigration attorney who can foresee and avoid risks that might lead to denial—or even citizenship revocation down the line.

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We help you prepare, apply, and succeed.

Unlocking the Rights, Protections, and Privileges of U.S. Citizenship

The benefits of U.S. citizenship go far beyond a passport. It protects you from deportation, grants access to public benefits, and allows you to bring loved ones to the U.S. faster. It also gives you the full rights of political participation and legal protection.


As a U.S. citizen, you gain:


  • Protection from removal—even with future legal issues
  • The ability to sponsor family members for green cards
  • Access to federal scholarships, grants, and employment programs
  • Freedom to live, work, and travel abroad without losing your status
  • The right to vote in U.S. elections
  • Streamlined access to Social Security, Medicare, and retirement benefits


We help you understand and maximize all of these rights. If you’re ready to take the next step, we’re ready to help you cross the finish line.

N-400 Application Preparation

We complete and submit your application, flag any risks in advance, and ensure it’s filed properly with all supporting documentation.

Interview and Civics Test Support

We offer mock interview sessions, study materials, and legal coaching to help you pass both the English and civics components.

We file N-648 waivers and ensure qualified applicants receive appropriate testing exemptions or interpretation services.

We resolve prior arrests or convictions that may prevent naturalization and pursue post-conviction relief when necessary.

We help children automatically eligible for U.S. citizenship obtain proper documentation and passports under the Child Citizenship Act.

If your case is unfairly delayed or denied, we file appeals, motions to reopen, or take your case to federal court.

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The Legal Protection You Deserve

Our Team Helps You Apply With Confidence

Citizenship is a major legal decision, and even a small oversight could lead to denial—or worse, deportation. At Pedro L. Salim Law Firm, we don’t just fill out forms. We build strong cases backed by documentation, legal insight, and decades of immigration experience.


Our clients trust us to:


  • Identify disqualifying issues before they become problems
  • Handle complex green card histories or old immigration violations
  • Resolve prior criminal convictions through legal remedies
  • Prepare them fully for interviews and ensure USCIS treats them fairly
  • Protect their future from mistakes that could cost them citizenship

Citizenship & Naturalization FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions About Becoming a U.S. Citizen

  • How long do I need to have a green card before I apply?

    Generally, five years—or three years if married to a U.S. citizen and living together.

  • Can I apply if I’ve had legal problems in the past?

    Possibly. It depends on the charges and when they occurred. We help determine eligibility and offer post-conviction relief if needed.

  • Do I have to give up my other nationality?

    Not necessarily. The U.S. allows dual citizenship, but your home country may have different laws.

  • What happens if USCIS delays my application unfairly?

    We may file a mandamus lawsuit in federal court to compel a decision. We also handle naturalization appeals.

  • Can my children get citizenship too?

    Yes. If they meet certain age and residency requirements, they may qualify for derivative citizenship