Immigration law determines whether a person is an alien, the rights, duties, and obligations associated with being an alien in the United States, and how aliens gain residence or citizenship within the United States. It also provides the means by which certain aliens can become legally naturalized citizens with full rights of citizenship. Immigration law serves as a gatekeeper for the border of the nation, determining who may enter, how long they may stay, and when they must leave. Immigration lawyers represent persons seeking temporary and permanent residency (green cards) status in the U.S., those interested in obtaining U.S. citizenship through a process called naturalization, and clients facing deportation and removal. Immigration attorneys may also represent businesses seeking to secure temporary visa status for foreign employees.
Paintsville is a city in Johnson County, Kentucky, United States. The population was 4,132 at the 2000 census. In 2008, Paintsville had an estimated population of 4,216, making it the 86th largest city in Kentucky in terms of population. It is the county seat of Johnson County. On June 9, 2009, Paintsville became a "wet" city for the first time since March 14, 1945. This means that some stores located within city limits are allowed to sell alcoholic beverages.