Shivers & Shivers focuses on immigration and nationality law.

Robert and Nancy Shivers formed their San Antonio law partnership in 1986 to provide honest and practical legal advice about immigration options available to individuals and employers (both public and private sector). Trying to navigate the complex laws, regulations and lore of immigration law is challenging given the frequent changes in law, the lack of regulations, and the informal federal agency practices. The advice and representation of an attorney with broad experience in the field can save you time, money, and frustration.

Shivers & Shivers focuses on immigration and nationality law.

Robert and Nancy Shivers formed their San Antonio law partnership in 1986 to provide honest and practical legal advice about immigration options available to individuals and employers (both public and private sector). Trying to navigate the complex laws, regulations and lore of immigration law is challenging given the frequent changes in law, the lack of regulations, and the informal federal agency practices. The advice and representation of an attorney with broad experience in the field can save you time, money, and frustration.

Robert Shivers has been practicing law for over 35 years, is Board Certified in Immigration & Nationality Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, and taught Immigration Law at St. Mary’s University Law School from 1979-2011.

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Nancy T. Shivers has practiced immigration law since 1981, is Board Certified in Immigration & Nationality Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, and is a frequent speaker at state and national immigration law conferences.

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Renewing Your Texas Driver License During Times of COVID19

Apr 3, 2020

US Citizens can renew their Texas drive licenses on line generally. (When you renew on line, you are asked to answer the question “Are you a US Citizen?” You check YES or NO.) BUT what about everyone else who is NOT a US citizen? 1. DPS Driver license offices in Texas...

COVID-19 & Impact on Immigration for Petitions and Applications Pending with USCIS (March 30, 2020)

Mar 30, 2020

The USCIS is continuing to process petitions and applications filed with the agency through its usual lockbox offices. Receipts are being issued by USCIS with some occasional delays likely related to the number of employees and contractors working at any given time. ...

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