Legal advice on immigration

On more than one occasion, this certain young lady has asked me to analyze her immigration proceedings and explain what she should expect. Several times now, in fact. While I was willing to help -- up to a point, that is -- I did strongly advise her that she needs to read up on immigration law if she wants to avoid difficulties.

"Oh, but I don't want to have to do that!" she said.

"Well, if you want to avoid problems with your immigration proceedings, you're going to have to read up on the matter. You need to knwo what to expect, and you can't expect your attorney to do everything."

On the one hand, I understand that she wants to avoid the effort required. On the other hand, it seems to me that if your entire future is riding on such matters, you SHOULD do your very best to educate yourself. That's just common sense.