Building a family is one of life’s most important journeys. For many families, that journey includes navigating the complex immigration system to ensure loved ones can stay together safely.
Foster + Bloom specializes in family-based immigration and citizenship pathways that protect the most vulnerable members of our communities in Colorado. The process involves rigorous documentation and legal standards to ensure your family’s status is secure and your future in this country is protected.
Whether you are seeking a green card for a spouse or citizenship for an adopted child, our attorneys provide the expert guidance you need.
How an Immigration Attorney Can Help You Build or Protect Your Family
The legal journey to keep a family together often involves overlapping areas of law. Whether you are finalizing an international adoption, welcoming a child born via international surrogacy, or protecting a vulnerable youth, the guidance of immigration and citizenship attorneys is essential in Colorado.
Legal support is vital when dealing with complex citizenship and immigration law matters such as family separation, complex visa eligibility, or children who have experienced abuse or abandonment. We help families navigate these high-stakes moments by ensuring that every legal avenue—from state family courts to federal immigration agencies—is utilized to protect your loved ones.
How Can I Get Citizenship for My Child or Loved One?
Securing a legal status is a multi-step process. Common pathways include:
- Child Citizenship Act (N-600): For children who derive citizenship through their parents. A dedicated N-600 attorney can help you file for a Certificate of Citizenship.
- Adoption (I-600/I-800): Specific paths for children adopted from abroad.
- Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA): For children born overseas to U.S. citizen parents.
- Family Sponsorship (I-130): The first step in the citizenship legal process for many family members.
- Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS): A unique path for young people in the U.S. who need protection from previous harm.
What Is SIJS and Who Qualifies?
SIJS immigration (Special Immigrant Juvenile Status) is a vital protection for children under 21 who have been abused, abandoned, or neglected by one or both parents.
To qualify for the SIJS immigration process, a child first needs an order from a Colorado family court. As your attorneys, we handle the state court proceedings necessary to move forward with the federal filing.
In 2025, the protections for youth with SIJS faced legal challenges, which created a period of uncertainty. However, SIJS remains a powerful pathway that can lead to permanent residency and a special immigrant juvenile status green card.
Can an Attorney Help Me Understand Immigration Forms?
Yes. The paperwork for immigration is notoriously dense, and a single error can lead to a Request for Evidence (RFE) or a denial. If you need help filling out immigration forms in Colorado or want to avoid making mistakes, we are here. At Foster + Bloom, we help you avoid delays, denials and confusing paperwork. We manage critical documents such as:
- Form I-130: Petition for Alien Relative.
- Form I-864: Affidavit of Support.
- Form I-485: Application to Register Permanent Residence (Green Card).
- Form N-600: Application for Certificate of Citizenship.
How Long Does the Immigration or Citizenship Process Take?
Timelines vary based on the citizenship application process you are pursuing and current government backlogs.
For example, the SIJS immigration process depends on both state court availability and federal visa bulletins, and can take from 5-7 years or more. That means you and your lawyer will complete your part, then there may be a delay of 4 to 5 years before government processes are complete and you are able to file for your green card.
On the other hand, if you have citizenship through your parents and are using form N-600 to get paper proof, it may take 4-11 months.
While we cannot control government processing speeds, we work to ensure your filing is “decision-ready,” and minimize avoidable delays.
How Much Does It Cost to Work With an Immigration Lawyer?
The cost of working with an immigration lawyer depends on the complexity of your immigration case and the services needed to help you.
At Foster + Bloom, we provide transparent pricing so you can plan for your family’s future. Investing in a citizenship lawyer ensures the job is done right the first time, protecting you from the much higher costs of rectifying a denied application.
Why Choose Foster + Bloom for Immigration and Citizenship Law?
Choosing a citizenship lawyer means choosing someone to protect your family’s most basic rights. Foster + Bloom stands out among attorneys in Coloradobecause we combine deep expertise in family law with a sophisticated understanding of immigration statutes. We don’t just see a case number; we see a family that deserves to be whole and secure.
Whether you need help for a minor or your child or someone to help you explore your own status, we are here to help. Schedule a consultation with Foster + Bloom today and let us help you navigate your path to citizenship with confidence.