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Articles from the JW Law Firm team. Choose your state to see what applies where you live.

North Dakota articles cover family law and estate planning. Virginia and New Jersey articles cover immigration.

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Becoming a U.S. Citizen in Virginia: The Naturalization Process

September 25, 2026

Who can apply for U.S. citizenship, and what happens between filing Form N-400 and taking the oath.

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Removing the Conditions on Your Green Card: A Guide for New Jersey Couples

September 23, 2026

If you received a two-year green card through marriage, you need to file Form I-751 on time. When to file, what evidence to send and your options if the marriage has ended.

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Passing a Family Farm or Business to the Next Generation in North Dakota

September 18, 2026

A farm or small business is often a family’s biggest asset and the hardest one to divide. A succession plan helps it outlast you and keeps the family together.

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You Received a Notice to Appear. What Should You Do Now?

September 16, 2026

A Notice to Appear is the document that starts a case in immigration court. If one arrived in your mail or was handed to you, it’s normal to feel scared. You still have rights, and there are steps you can take today.

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If You Can’t Speak for Yourself: Health Care Directives and Powers of Attorney in North Dakota

September 11, 2026

An accident or illness can leave anyone unable to make decisions. Two simple documents let you choose who steps in and what they should know.

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A Basic Estate Plan for North Dakota Families

September 9, 2026

A lot of people think estate planning is only for the wealthy. In practice, it’s for anyone who has people they love and wants to make things easier for them. These are the documents most North Dakota families should have.

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Revocable or Irrevocable Trust? And Why a Will Alone May Not Be Enough

September 4, 2026

A will is the foundation of most estate plans, but it doesn’t cover everything. How trusts fit into a North Dakota plan, and ways to protect what you leave your children.

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What Happens After You File a Family Petition?

September 2, 2026

Filing a petition for a relative is a big step. For many families it comes after months, sometimes years, of waiting to be together. Once the petition is in, though, the next part can feel like a black box. This is what usually happens next.

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