Chapman Law Firm, located at 403A North Elm Street, specializes in issues related to immigration law. The unique thing about this law firm is that they are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. According to their website, they serve everyone from refugees to multinational executives. It is interesting to read all of the different visas and paths one can take to come to the United States legally for a short time or permanently (e.g., J-1 exchange visitors; H-3 temporary trainees; T victim of human trafficking).* For people trying to bring relatives to the USA legally, it can take years, even decades.

The other night, after dark, we were headed for dinner at the Blu Margarita and noticed a young couple talking to a lawyer at Chapman Law Firm. We were very happy to be heading to dinner but the somber mood of the couple inside was sad and troubling. We counted our blessings to be living where we want to live without the stress of needing to sort out our legal status or that of family. The ten lawyers who work there might want to hang out a shingle that says, open for business- ALWAYS, because sometimes, seeking help just can’t wait. 

*read more here.