Tia L. Smith

Tia Smith Law specializes in providing tailored solutions for families and employers seeking assistance with immigration and estate planning needs.

Tia Smith Law has been recognized as a firm that provides outstanding service with a personalize touch for individuals, families, and professionals. Our clients understand the value of having solid legal representation on your side, while navigating complex immigration and naturalization laws.

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Georgia

State Bar of Georgia

Since 2010

Founder / Managing Attorney

Tia Smith Law

Current

Formerly Daniels & Smith LLc

University System of Georgia - University of Georgia

J.D. | Law

University of South Carolina - Columbia

B.S.

Client's Choice Award

Avvo

Atlanta's Women of Distinction "Rising Star" Award

March of Dimes

Star Service Award

LIFE CDC

State Bar of Georgia  # 336803

Member

Current

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Current

LIFE Community Development Corporation

Board Member

Current

Brown Mackie College

Advisory Council

2016

Hip Hop and Immigration Law

Georgia State University School of Law

Emerging Issues in Immigration Law, National Telegu Association, Atlanta, GA

National Telegu Association

Corporate Ethics and Compliance Management, CECM

John Cook School of Business - University of St. Louis

VIP Board Training

United Way

Notary Public

State of Georgia

Q. If I apply for an EB concurrent 485 while B2 extension 539 is pending, should I withdraw the 539 forms? Thanks!

February 2, 2022

A: Eligibility for concurrent filing aside, I would not recommended withdrawing the I-539 just in case your pending EB case is denied for any reason. If it is ultimately approved you can withdraw or the USCIS will deny the extension based on your approved I-485.

Q. I am on a tourist visa and so is my partner. Can we get married in Texas with photo IDs? We do not want status in the US

February 2, 2022

A: Yes, you are permitted to get married in the U.S, despite not having residency status. Please be sure to FIRST contact the court clerk's office in the county where you wish to get married to ensure that you are documentarily qualified for a marriage license in that state. Best of luck!

Q. I filed an affidavit of support for a family member. It has not been approved yet for a visa. How can I withdraw support

November 10, 2021

A: You must contact the USCIS office that is adjudicating the petition. Write a letter expressing your desire to withdraw your I-864. Send it express mail with tracking, and be sure to include the full name of the beneficiary you are sponsoring and the recipient number for the I485 application (if you have it).