The Law Offices of Tahir Mella
Philadelphia Political Asylum Attorneys
Persons seeking political asylum in the US must first be recognized as political dissidents, oppressed individuals, or members of persecuted groups in their home country. In most cases, the US government is already familiar with persecuted groups and conditions in other countries where oppressive regimes threaten their populations. At the Law Offices of Tahir Mella, our political asylum lawyers evaluate your case, preparing evidence, paperwork, and documentation in support of your application for asylum. If necessary, we consult recognized authorities on the dangers presented to you by your home country, explaining to authorities the threat posed to you and your family by your government. We represent you in any meetings or discussions with immigration officials and the court, ensuring your rights and interests are protected at all times.
To discuss political asylum and the options available to you, contact Philadelphia political asylum lawyers at Law Offices of Tahir Mella today. We represent clients throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey, including York, Reading, Norristown, Camden, Gloucester, Salem, and Burlington.
Seeking Political Asylum
While our office is prepared to defend any one seeking political asylum, we are experienced in working with the following asylum seekers:
- Falun Gong
- Iranian dissidents
- Opponents to China's One Child Policy
- Burma's National League for Democracy
- Political refugees from Cuba, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Sierra Leone, Russian Federation, Columbia, Somalia, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Pakistan
Understanding What is Involved in Seeking Asylum
In order to establish your case, the government must be convinced returning to your country would place you in imminent danger. Being from a country where an oppressive government is in power is not enough to justify asylum. The State Department has an excellent understanding of human rights abuses and persecutions in countries throughout the world and is well-informed in almost every case. As a result, asylum seekers must establish threats and persecution specific to them and not simply the general repressive nature of their home government.
Falun Gong -- Important Information to Remember
Communist China's persecution of the Falun Gong is well-documented and established. Consequently, some Chinese have sought asylum by simply claiming membership in the Falun Gong. As a result, the government and courts now adhere to a higher standard of proof in regard to those claiming Falun Gong membership. If you are a member of the Falun Gong, you may need to call recognized Falun Gong members as witnesses who can verify your membership and activities within the Falun Gong.
Questions? Contact Law Offices of Tahir Mella Today
If you have questions about political asylum, please contact Philadelphia, Pennsylvania political refugee attorney Tahir Mella today. We can answer your questions, take immediate legal action to protect your rights, and use every allowance within the law to allow you to immigrate.
