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so i went to an appointment this Tuesday with my lawyer about starting my process with the whole deferred action. Like everyone i was thinking that it would be a cinch? Since they did state anyone who has lived her for a long period of time before i forgot what year, and has no criminal record with a high school diploma or GED can apply right? Wrong. My lawyer said that the people who will look case by case will judge us based on our academics. So being the artsy fartsy kid that i was in high school i graduated with a 1.5-1.7 GPA, basically a C-. No i'm not proud, but i'm just proud i graduated, like any kid? Hey at least im not pregnant nor do drugs and what not right?. Hah im currently in community college, Ive only had 4 classes from the previous year. I have a GPA of 2.064...not that great again, i know. Anyways my lawyer pretty much said that the reason why they will probably not accept cases like mine is because we give the dreamers a bad name. ouch. That the people who hate us, will rub this in the pro immigration supports and use people like myself to say that "hah these are your 'dreamers". You know... in a bad way. This hurts. Because let me tell you this, i have NEVER done good in school. Ever since 1st grade i have received mediocre grades...You know i would think these people would realise, "hmm hey this kid might be a good person, shes attending a college obviously for some reason?" But no, i guess they don't believe in second chances. All i want is to get my 2 year associates to become a registered nurse in the meantime to actually say i can help save lives. Just because i'm no scholar does not mean i'm not a dreamer. Im an artist at heart with a passion to help humanity. Don't get me wrong, i'm all for the really smart people! they are the ones who deserve better! like citizenship. I wont be able to even get that permit to get my degree...did they ever stop to think that maybe not all of us are bright scholars? What about the people who just want to be a vet, an accountant, a painter, a surfer or a singer? Since when was being a "dreamer" associated with those only with a higher education? This really stings. All i wanted was to attend a film school to maybe one day work with amazing directors like quinten tarentino, tim burton, tony scott (RIP) or Guillermo del toro, but lives harsh realities got in that way, but new doors opened to an RN possibility. Now they have closed on me once again. Apparently MY dreams don't count and people like myself don't deserve this deferred action. My whole question really is who else has heard of this new news?

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Get a new lawyer.

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your lawyer is dumb and if you believe that shit your dumber than your lawyer.
why the fuck are they going to disregard their own guidelines?

I suggest that you get a new lawyer and research alil bit more on what this whole DACA is about.

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Your lawyer is a fucking dumbass. Hell, he might even be a fucking conservative. Get a new lawyer. Tell him to fuck off. It's bullshit. Stay away from that fucking lawyer.

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Can't believe this shit is happening. Your lawyer is not USCIS and probably doesn't want you to apply. You are better off by sending it yourself.

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my lawyer is lila velazquez...shes one of the best immigration lawyers...what have your guy's said?

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my family has had her for awhile, she helped my brother out a lot, she is a good one which is why i do believe her...plus she has a good history

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^This. I bet the motherfucker most likely has a fucking partisan agenda; I smell a fucking Republican.

Tell your lawyer that I literally wanted to wipe my ass with my mouse right after I read what he told you.

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if you have no criminal background history i don't see why you would even need a lawyer, not unless you just don't wanna do the process on your own. That's crazy talk. You go ahead and apply girl, you deserve this. =) As long as you meet the requirements you are good to go, you will not be rejected for grades nor gpa

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Yeah, and Judas hung out with Jesus. And, look what happened. Fuck her. Get a new lawyer. She doesn't know what she is talking about. Like Erik said, she probably doesn't want you to apply. She is not USCIS. I have not heard anything about GPA being an issue. That's fucking bullshit.

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SHE told you that? She is fucking stupid. I live in San Diego, and I am glad I did not fill out my application with her.

I am actually doing my application with a probono legal center. And, the lawyers at the center actually have contact with USCIS. The GPA thing is bullshit. If you meet the requirements released by USCIS, you should be set to go. She might be really good in handling other cases, but she has no fucking clue what she is talking about on deferred action.

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Hmm...I don't necessarily think the lawyer has a Republican agenda, but I do think she is unfairly discouraging perfectly quantifiable dreamers because she deems them not worthy of the work permit. A lawyer should not be a judge. DHS has guidelines to follow. As long as the person fits into that guideline, there is no reason why they shouldn't get their work permit. It is not for the lawyer to filter out the "bad" dreamers.

Go ahead! Get a new lawyer or apply yourself, just apply!

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Your grades or GPA will have no effect on the decision.

Is this why we are seeing such a low number of DREAMERS applying for Deferred Action? Because of misinformed lawyers scaring everyone not to apply?

I called a lawyer before I filled out my own forms and the stupid lady secretary told me that if I didn't get a lawyer to fill it out for me, I could be put in front of a court and then deported.

Don't believe everything they say.

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You posted in the wrong section. If you're looking for reassurance, I hope you got it through this thread. We all agree that your lawyer is full of shit.

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^This. I also say you that you make it public what she told you, so she can get chewed out by other lawyers. If you meet all the requirements, you are safe. There is nothing in the requirements about GPA. She is giving you her viewpoint, which I think is bullshit.

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You know what's awful about this? She is actually considered a "trustworthy" lawyer in San Diego. She comes out on the local news and, I think, even Primer Impact, a Spanish news program.

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That's frightening.

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i rather not make it "public" I'm scared she'll like... turn on me, after all she is a lawyer...i don't need someone back lashing at me...i'm making another appointment this Tuesday to actually figure this whole thing out...

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Is this guy/girl for real? Seems like he/she is trying to get a reaction out of us...idk, but that is the feeling I get. Sorry. And if it is true. I am sorry to hear that!

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She is a woman. She is always wearing red; I think she idolizes Santa Clause.

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I would not schedule the appointment with her if I were you. Try a different lawyer; I sent you some info right now.

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Another appointment with the same lawyer?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8FUUI...&feature=share

Seems nice but like i think Smooth said, doesn't understand the deferred action process. Since when is USCIS college admissions?

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[quote=JDM;309197]Another appointment with the same lawyer?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8FUUI...&feature=share

Seems nice but like i think Smooth said, doesn't understand the deferred action process. Since when is USCIS college admissions?[/QUOTE]

^Fucking this. Including GPA as a requirement creates a cataclysmic clusterfuck of shit sprinkles for USCIS.

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Report that piece if sh!t!!!!

And tell us who it is so other DREAMers will not be in this situation.

I'd be so freakin pissed right now if I were you.

Go ahead and apply. U don't need a lawyer. Ask us...

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DUMP this lawyer like a hot potato. move on. don't let her credentials stop you.

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I live in San Diego and contacted Lilia Velasquez as well when I was searching for a good attorney before the application process for DACA opened. Out of everyone I contacted she was the most expensive and not very helpful.

The thing that made her seem questionable in my book was that she was charging $1000 for students and $1500 non-students (NOT including the $465 application fees). Since I am in my last year of college, she told me I qualified under the 'student' fee which led me to believe those two fees are actually for college and non-college students since we ALL have to at least have high school to even qualify. Made no sense why a college education would make a difference in an application since the USCIS guidelines don't imply such thing and none of the other attorneys were taking it into consideration in their fees--they all charged a flat fee.

Any attorney that charges over $600/$700 for DACA is trying to bleed money out of people. The fact that she was increasing her price by $500 for a 'non-student' category that was not even relevant led me to believe she was out to gain substantial profits. She was a bit condescending with me as well about the fact that it has taken me a long time to reach my final year in college.

You are looking to hire someone that will provide you with knowledgeable legal service not judgement and misinformation. Does not matter how much she has helped your brother or how great she is supposed to be because she is in the media all the time; this woman clearly insulted and demeaned you, do yourself a huge favor and DO NOT hire or consult with her anymore.

If you have no criminal history and have had no prior issues with immigration, applying for DACA is a pretty straightforward process and you can do it on your own, as many have already suggested and done themselves. Now that DACA has been in place for over a month, there is tons of information in this forum and on the web to help you out.

I have resided in the US for 21 yrs, have no criminal history/past immigration troubles, met all the DACA requirements with flying colors and had plenty of documentation to offer as proof yet still hired an attorney for my peace of mind. If you feel the same way and would rather proceed with a lawyer, then I recommend the firm that is representing me:

http://www.immigrateme.com/

Call and ask for a free consultation for a DACA case, and you will be able to note the difference in professionalism between these guys and that tool Lilia Velasquez.

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It seems like few lawyers actually bothered to take the I-821D instructions and read them. Mine was surprised that having a deportation order does not disqualify me. Needless to say I applied on my own, $750 to get your papers put together by a guy who didn't spend 10 minutes to read the 5 pages is an absolute rip off.

Also someone blew a whistle on this forum regarding some "prestigious law firm" I think in San Diego charging the money and not bothering filing the cases. Wouldn't be surprised if that's her law firm.

Bottom line: File on your own, or get a competent lawyer. Once you get your EAD, walk into her office, show it to her, and give her the finger.

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I did not see a requirement that said 4.0 GPA or or better so yea i have a 2.5 GPA and that's because on my junior year i was diagnose with cancer and on my senior year i was attending to radiation treatment. I was worry that 2.5 was good enough but my attorney didn't say anything

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WOW! That sounds so stupid to me! Get a second opinion is like when a doctor tells a patient that he/she won't be able to walk! Human spirit doesn't give up that easy and look for another opinion another method!! This is most ridiculous thing I've ever heard!!!! By the way Im gonna sing up for the RN program too! Good luck to you in your career cus u will be applying and getting approved!

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Dont mean to sound like a broken record, but seriously, SERIOUSLY, go online and do this thing yourself. Having a lawyer do it for me and pay 1k was a stupid idea for me to do, to be totally honest with you. First off, they'll tell you whatever they want to tell you, its not public fact or law, its total opinion.
GO file on your own, spend the application fee ($465) on a money order, and send it in with all required paperwork, ON YOUR OWN!!..


Did i mention that you should stick a fork in your attorney and send the app on your own?

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USCIS is even giving second chances to people with GEDs c' mon they're High school drop outs!!! Seriously open ur eyes woman!!! And ur mind too! Get educated and if like u said don't have any criminal record u qualified for this great apportunity!!! Print out the instructions from USCIS.gov READ READ READ READ READ!!! And gather ur evidence!! Man!! I'm so upset how can people be like this!!

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RABBLE RABBlE RABBLE!!!!

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Yeah, a whole lotta bull.
Your acceptance is not dependent on your GPA.
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Edit:
It sounds to me like your lawyer is putting her own personal opinions into the process. Maybe she feels that only Dreamers who perform well in schools are deserving. Just my two cents.

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hahahahahah this has made my day. LOL

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Good thing my high school GPA was 3.45 and my University GPA is 3.51.

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Wow. This has notario written all over it. Although having a good gpa and ecs might work in your favor as it is a humanreviewing your applications which has the ability to show desecration chances of that helping or hurting you are very slim. I for one have a bs/ms with a very high gpa yet I'm still waiting.

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If GPA was the case, I would have my stuff already! 3.539 @ Hunter College, cum laude + departmental honors.
Can't wait to send off my application to Columbia, hopefully Sallie Mae will loan me some $$ with my social and citizen co-signer.

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That lawyer is garbage. She actually thinks she was giving you advice. Dump her, I honestly don't think you need a lawyer for DACA; unless you had legal issues in the past. Just do it yourself and hope for the best.

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Bullshit!!!! i didnt do great in high shool either but I did/ am doing great in college 3.5 GPA. I doubt it has any impact on the decision. This woman is misinformed. File it on your own! You can do it! Why do you need a lawyer? They just suck up money for their personal gain if they have to. This bitch needs to get slapped!