Solow, Hartnett & Galvan, LLC

Solow, Hartnett & Galvan, LLC Full service Immigration Law Firm with offices in Philadelphia, Kennett Square, PA, and Collingswood, NJ

Solow, Hartnett & Galvan, LLC is a law firm with offices in Philadelphia, Kennett Square, PA and Collingswood, NJ dedicated exclusively to the practice of immigration and nationality law. We provide a full-range of immigration legal assistance to our clients in the areas of:

Deportation Defense
Family-based immigration matters
All categories of non-immigrant based visas
Immigration appeals
Employment-based immigration
Assistance with naturalization
I-9 Audits

Such a pleasure and honor speaking today with Renee Hykel and Anu Thomas at the American Immigration Lawyers Association...
03/27/2026

Such a pleasure and honor speaking today with Renee Hykel and Anu Thomas at the American Immigration Lawyers Association Philadelphia Chapter Conference on complex issues in naturalization (U.S. Citizenship applications). As we discussed today, the silver lining in all this madness is that there is a surge of demand among permanent residents to naturalize in order to protect themselves and their families, and to more fully participate in our democracy.

Homecoming Friday. We have worked with the Diaz family for over 12 years. Proud to report that last month, an immigratio...
03/13/2026

Homecoming Friday. We have worked with the Diaz family for over 12 years. Proud to report that last month, an immigration court granted them their long awaited relief. Thank you to the teammates who helped this family along the way, including , and many others. 🇲🇽 🇺🇸

02/13/2026

Thank you to .__ for writing and narrating this reel. Black History Month is a reminder that immigration and civil rights have always been deeply intertwined. The forced migration of Africans through slavery, followed by centuries of exclusionary laws, shaped the very foundations of U.S. immigration policy. It was the courage and resistance of Black communities that led to landmark changes—such as the Civil Rights
Movement and the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965—opening lawful pathways for generations of immigrants worldwide.

Today, Afro-descendant immigrants continue to face barriers, yet they remain essential to the economic, cultural, and social fabric of this country. Honoring Black history means recognizing this struggle, protecting immigrant rights, and continuing the fight for justice,
dignity, and equality under the law.


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Stunning decision from Texas District Judge Fred Biery. ordering the release of 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos, who was ar...
02/01/2026

Stunning decision from Texas District Judge Fred Biery. ordering the release of 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos, who was arrested by ICE while wearing a blue bunny hat and Spider-Man backpack, and his father, Adrian Cornejo Arias. From the order:

Civics lesson to the government: Administrative warrants issued by the executive branch to
itself do not pass probable cause muster. That is called the fox guarding the henhouse. The
Constitution requires an independent judicial officer.

Accordingly, the Court finds that the Constitution of these United States trumps this
administration’s detention of petitioner Adrian Conejo Arias and his minor son, L.C.R. The Great Writ
and release from detention are GRANTED pursuant to the attached Judgment.

Observing human behavior confirms that for some among us, the perfidious lust for unbridled
power and the imposition of cruelty in its quest know no bounds and are bereft of human decency. And
the rule of law be damned.

Ultimately, Petitioners may, because of the arcane United States immigration system, return to
their home country, involuntarily or by self-deportation. But that result should occur through a more orderly and humane policy than currently in place.

Philadelphia, September 17, 1787: “Well, Dr. Franklin, what do we have?” “A republic, if you
can keep it.”

With a judicial finger in the constitutional d**e,
It is so ORDERED.ion

New week. New year. New Green Cards. Congratulations to Jessica, from Camden, NJ, the birthplace of Walt Whitman, and Ya...
01/20/2026

New week. New year. New Green Cards. Congratulations to Jessica, from Camden, NJ, the birthplace of Walt Whitman, and Yancarlos, from the Dominican Republic, birthplace of merengue, bachata and about half of Major League Baseball. Also had the best behaved baby who has ever accompanied us to an interview. Thank you to Alex Diaz, who prepared their case and interpreted their interview. 🇺🇸 🇩🇴

Nueva semana. Nuevo año. Nuevos residentes permanentes.

¡Felicitaciones a Jessica, de Camden, Nueva Jersey, el lugar de nacimiento de Walt Whitman, y a Yancarlos, de la República Dominicana, cuna del merengue, la bachata y de aproximadamente la mitad de las Grandes Ligas de Béisbol!

Además, tuvimos al bebé mejor portado que jamás nos haya acompañado a una entrevista.

Gracias an Alex Díaz, quien preparó su caso e interpretó en su entrevista.

Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy of justice and equality.Dr. King believed that injustice anywhe...
01/19/2026

Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy of justice and equality.
Dr. King believed that injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere—a principle that strongly resonates in today’s immigration landscape. As immigration laws and policies continue to evolve, his message reminds us of the importance of due process, dignity, and equal protection under the law for immigrant communities. Honoring Dr. King means continuing to advocate for fairness, lawful pathways, and humane treatment for all.
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U.S. Visa Processing Update – Important NoticeThe U.S. Department of State has announced an indefinite pause on immigran...
01/14/2026

U.S. Visa Processing Update – Important Notice
The U.S. Department of State has announced an indefinite pause on immigrant visa processing for nationals of 75 countries, effective January 21, 2026. This pause applies to immigrant visas processed at U.S. embassies and consulates abroad while the Department reviews public charge adjudication standards.
Important clarifications:

• This pause does NOT affect adjustment of status cases filed inside the U.S.

• Existing, valid visas are not being revoked

• India is NOT included in the list of affected countries
Countries affected include:

Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Antigua and Barbuda, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belize, Bhutan, Bosnia, Brazil, Burma, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Colombia, Côte d’Ivoire, Cuba, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Dominica, Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gambia, Georgia, Ghana, Grenada, Guatemala, Guinea, Haiti, Iran, Iraq, Jamaica, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lebanon, Liberia, Libya, Macedonia, Moldova, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Nepal, Nicaragua, Nigeria, Pakistan, Republic of the Congo, Russia, Rwanda, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, Tanzania, Thailand, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, and Yemen.
If you or a family member may be affected by this change, we strongly recommend consulting with a qualified immigration attorney to understand how this policy may impact your case.
This post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

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This is the story of a promise with a happy ending.Many years ago, Esmeralda left Peru, and life led her and her mother,...
12/20/2025

This is the story of a promise with a happy ending.
Many years ago, Esmeralda left Peru, and life led her and her mother, Martha, a Peruvian national, down different paths. They had not lived together since 1999, but the love between them never faded.
Three years ago, Esmeralda stood by her grandmother — Martha’s mother — during her final days. In that deeply emotional moment, her grandmother made one last request:
that Esmeralda do everything possible to bring her mother to the United States and care for her.
Esmeralda made that promise from the depths of her heart.

Today, that promise has been fulfilled.
After years of waiting, challenges, and perseverance, Martha, a Peruvian citizen, finally received her green card and is now reunited with her daughter.
It was an honor for us to be part of the process that made this reunion possible.

Congratulations, Martha and Esmeralda.
A new chapter begins — filled with love, hope, and a promise kept. 💚✨
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Welcoming our newest attorney, Fiona Powell. Ms. Powell earned her Juris Doctor from Villanova University Charles Widger...
10/30/2025

Welcoming our newest attorney, Fiona Powell. Ms. Powell earned her Juris Doctor from Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law in 2025, where she concentrated in Public Interest Law.

During law school, she was involved in immigration advocacy through the school’s immigration clinic and her leadership as Co-President of the Immigration Law Society. In that role, she organized and led numerous pro bono legal clinics serving immigrant communities across the Philadelphia region. Ms. Powell also interned with a Paoli-based immigration firm and a Philadelphia immigration nonprofit, where she worked on matters involving asylum, removal defense, and family-based immigration. In recognition of her commitment to service, she was honored with Villanova Law’s Dorothy Day Award for Pro Bono Service.

Education:
Northeastern University, Bachelor of Arts, 2022
Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law, JD
Admissions:
Pennsylvania Supreme Court

Fiona’s Immigrant Story:
I spent most of my life in the Philadelphia area, but I also had the unique opportunity to live in Argentina as a child. While attending an international school in Buenos Aires, I became fluent in Spanish and discovered the joy of connecting with people from all over the world. Immersed in such a diverse community, I developed a deep appreciation for cultural exchange and global understanding. This experience ultimately inspired me to pursue a career in immigration law.
My mother immigrated to the United States from Canada as a child, and although her process was far less complex than most, I grew up surrounded by stories of when and how each of my aunts and uncles received their green cards and, later, their citizenship. Our family has maintained deep ties to Canada, and I have always valued those connections as a reminder of the importance of honoring where we come from. These family experiences, combined with my own international upbringing, gave me a lasting respect for the courage and resilience of those who make the United States their home.

🇩🇴✨ SHG Law invites you to Conecta RD! ✨🇩🇴Join us this Saturday, November 1st, at the Esperanza Arts Center for the Comm...
10/28/2025

🇩🇴✨ SHG Law invites you to Conecta RD! ✨🇩🇴
Join us this Saturday, November 1st, at the Esperanza Arts Center for the Community Fair “Conecta RD”, organized by the Consulate of the Dominican Republic in Philadelphia.

Our team will be present to share valuable information on immigration, health, and financial resources for our community. Don’t miss it — come and connect with us! 💙

📍 Esperanza Arts Center, 4261 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19140
🕘 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.



🇩🇴✨ ¡SHG Law te invita a Conecta RD! ✨🇩🇴

Acompáñanos este sábado 1 de noviembre en el Esperanza Arts Center para la feria comunitaria “Conecta RD”, organizada por el Consulado de la República Dominicana en Filadelfia.

Nuestro equipo estará presente para compartir información valiosa sobre inmigración, salud y recursos financieros para nuestra comunidad.
¡No te lo pierdas! Ven y conéctate con nosotros. 💙

📍 Esperanza Arts Center, 4261 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19140
🕘 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

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