Why Choose to Apply for Asylum?
For many, applying for asylum is not a choice. It is a necessity.
- If returning to your home country would put you at risk of harm, persecution, or unjust punishment, asylum may be the strongest and most meaningful path toward protection in the United States.
- Applying for asylum allows you to request lawful protection, obtain work authorization while the case is pending, and, if approved, gain a path to permanent residence and eventually U.S. citizenship.
People pursue asylum for reasons such as:
- Fear of persecution based on political opinion, religion, race, nationality, or membership in a particular social group
- Threats or harm by government actors or groups the government cannot control
- Severe gender-based violence, forced marriage, honor-based harm, or family-based persecution
- Targeting due to whistleblowing, activism, or refusal to participate in corruption
- Long-term patterns of harassment, intimidation, or threats that make return unsafe
Your story matters. The law is on your side when your fear is real, your facts are credible, and your case is presented with clarity.
What Is Asylum?
Asylum is a legal protection the United States offers to individuals who cannot safely return to their home countries due to persecution or well-founded fear of future persecution.
To qualify, you must show that:
- You have been harmed or threatened in the past, or you fear future harm
- The harm is based on a protected ground:
political opinion, religion, nationality, race, or membership in a particular social group - Your government is responsible for the harm or unable/unwilling to protect you
- You meet all procedural requirements, including deadlines and credible documentation
- Your story is consistent, truthful, and supported by country conditions evidence
Asylum can be pursued through two main paths:
- Affirmative Asylum – filing directly with USCIS
- Defensive Asylum – applying before an immigration judge during removal proceedings
Both require detailed preparation, a strong personal declaration, and a strategy that aligns facts with the legal framework. A powerful case is built on evidence, country reports, expert opinions, and a cohesive narrative that stands up to scrutiny.
Why Clients Choose Duan Law?
Asylum is a life-changing case. The stakes are high, and the quality of your legal representation matters.
At Duan Law, we pride ourselves on delivering high-end, strategy-driven, and fact-based asylum representation tailored to your unique background and challenges.
1. We Only Work With Clients Who Have Real, Legally Viable Asylum Claims
We focus on cases grounded in credible facts and supported by law.
Your truth is the foundation—our job is to elevate it with legal clarity and persuasive argumentation.
2. We Provide High-End, Detail-Rich Representation
We dig deeper than most firms:
- Comprehensive case planning
- Thorough evidence development
- Meticulous drafting of your personal declaration
- Preparation for interviews or hearings with attorney-level guidance
- Ongoing strategy updates based on country conditions and legal changes
Our work is thorough because asylum deserves nothing less.
3. Your Attorney Designs Your Strategy
You will work directly with the attorney, not be passed off to caseworkers.
Your representation includes:
- One-on-one interviews
- Personalized legal theory development
- Detailed review and revision of every major document
- Customized preparation for your interview or court testimony
Your case isn’t generic. Your strategy shouldn’t be either.
4. We Treat Your Case with the Respect It Deserves
We understand what is at stake: your freedom, your safety, and your chance to rebuild your life.
Our job is to protect your story, highlight your credibility, and present the strongest possible legal argument to USCIS or the immigration court.
Contact Us Today
Duan Law is committed to clarity, strategy, and strong advocacy at every step of your EB-2 NIW journey. Let us help you present your achievements with confidence and build the strongest case possible for your future in the United States.
Contact us today to check availability and schedule your consultation.
📞 (310)739-7201