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In recent years, the United States has seen an increase in awareness and support for victims of human trafficking. For individuals who have experienced such trauma, the T visa offers a glimmer of hope and a chance for a fresh start. Navigating the T visa process can...
When a foreign-born individual marries a U.S. citizen, they may take a path to U.S. citizenship through naturalization. According to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the United States has welcomed 7.6 million naturalized citizens over the last decade....
In the United States, there is an established process for obtaining a green card for family members. The green card is a grant of permanent residency, allowing family members to live and work in the U.S. indefinitely. It is important to understand that not every...
The Violence Against Women Act is a legal framework aimed at protecting and supporting individuals who have experienced domestic violence, sexual assault, and other forms of abuse. The act has far-reaching implications, especially within the area of immigration. By...
Most people who wish to stay in the United States long-term and gain the rights and privileges of legal residents seek a green card. To get a green card, you will have to qualify. U.S. immigration laws provide multiple categories under which you could become eligible...
The United States immigration process is complex, and part of the complexity is that no two cases are the same. If USCIS decides or intends to decide that you are inadmissible, there could still be ways within the system to obtain an immigration benefit. One common...
Homeland Security recently announced that Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will be increasing its fees. The administration will increase fees on businesses, new citizens and international students who need work authorization. The new fee rule from USCIS is the latest Trump administration action to restrict immigration to the United States and make life more difficult for businesses seeking skilled workers…
The things we see and hear, read, or write, affect our emotions. What do you feel when you hear or read the words “sanctuary cities”? Do you feel anger? fear? disgust? hope? relief? acceptance? The term “sanctuary” means a place of refuge or safety. A sanctuary is also the main worship hall of a church, synagogue, or mosque. In the…
The Trump Administration’s “public charge” rule went into effect on February 24, 2020. Shortly after, there were two events that have caused concern among my clients and their ability to obtain immigration benefits. In the first event, in March, with the vast majority of states under some form of a stay-at-home order, businesses laid off millions of workers. These mass…
The much-anticipated H-1B registration system will officially begin March 01, 2020, for employers seeking highly educated foreign workers. This new registration process will only impact new H-1B visas that are subject to the annual numerical limitation of 65,000 visas (regular cap) as well as those additional 20,000 visas for beneficiaries with advanced degrees earned at U.S. colleges and universities (Master’s…
