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New York & New Jersey Immigration Lawyer Blog

Covers immigration news, deportations, and visas. By Samuel C Berger, PC.

http://www.newjerseyimmigrationlawyer-blog.com/
  • Apr 19

    Lawmakers Introduce Immigration Reform Bill in Congre

    Lawmakers Introduce Immigration Reform Bill in Congre
    Senator Charles Schumer of New York, joined by a bipartisan group of seven senators, introduced Senate Bill 744, the "Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act," on April 16, 2013. The bill tries to address a…
  • Apr 6

    H-1B Visa Cap for Fiscal Year 2014 Reached in Just Five Days, USCIS to Hold Lottery

    H-1B Visa Cap for Fiscal Year 2014 Reached in Just Five Days, USCIS to Hold Lottery
    High demand for skilled immigrant workers led to one of the briefest H-1B visa petition periods in recent years, with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announcing that the number of petitions it received met or exceeded the…
  • Mar 21

    USCIS Issues Draft of Policy Memorandum for EB-5 Visa Program

    USCIS Issues Draft of Policy Memorandum for EB-5 Visa Program
    U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), as part of a general effort to consolidate its policies and procedures, has issued a draft memorandum for the EB-5 investor visa, which allows immigrant investors and entrepreneurs to obtain…
Rank this Week: 4260

Immigration Law Blog

Immigration Law Blog

By Beach-Oswald Immigration Law Associates, PC.

http://lawblog.boilapc.com/
  • Apr 18

    AILA’s 8 Points from the Senate Immigration Bill

    AILA’s 8 Points from the Senate Immigration Bill
    On Tuesday, the bipartisan group of senators known as the “Gang of Eight” introduced S. 744, the “Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act.” Earlier today, AILA issued this press release…
  • Apr 16

    Agreement Reached in National Class Action Lawsuit on Work Authorization for Asylum Seeker

    Agreement Reached in National Class Action Lawsuit on Work Authorization for Asylum Seeker
    April 15, 2013 “Washington D.C. – The Department of Justice and the Department of Homeland Security have agreed to settle a nationwide class action lawsuit challenging the denial of work authorization to asylum seekers who have…
  • Apr 5

    Temporary Protected Status Extended for Honduran

    Temporary Protected Status Extended for Honduran
    “WASHINGTON—Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano has extended Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for eligible nationals of Honduras for an additional 18 months, beginning July 6, 2013, and ending Jan. 5, 2015. Current…
Rank this Week: 1182

Immigration Visa Attorney Blog

Immigration Visa Attorney Blog

Covers immigration law, including topics associated with family and employment visas, citizenship, and entry and exit issues. By Law Offices of J Craig Fong.

http://www.immigrationvisaattorneyblog.com/
  • Apr 18

    New Zealand Legislature Approves Same-Sex Marriage

    New Zealand Legislature Approves Same-Sex Marriage
    As an immigrant advocate for gay and lesbian couples, I regularly receive calls at my Los Angeles and Palm Springs offices about whether same-sex marriage is available in x, y, or z country of the world. The legislature of New...
  • Apr 16

    Tell me! Tell me! Tell me!

    Tell me! Tell me! Tell me!
    Yes, yes, yes. Some information about the proposed Comprehensive Immigration Reform was released today. As an immigration lawyer with over 30 years of experience, my phones here in Los Angeles and in the Palm Springs office have been ringing…
  • Apr 12

    French Senate Approves Same-Sex Marriage

    French Senate Approves Same-Sex Marriage
    I wrote a few weeks ago that the French National Assembly voted to approve same-sex marriage. Today, the French Senate passed a bill approving same-sex marriage, also. In the coming weeks, the two bills will undergo a "second…
Rank this Week: 3955

Bardavid Law

Bardavid Law

Covers current trends in immigration law. By Joshua Bardavid and Bardavid Law.

http://www.bardavidlaw.com/blog
  • Apr 17

    Mark Noferi on the Proposed Comprehensive Immigration Reform Bill

    Mark Noferi on the Proposed Comprehensive Immigration Reform Bill
    Prof. Mark Noferi from Brooklyn Law School has a really good summary of the new bill’s provisions relating to appointed counsel, detention, bond, and stipulated removal provisions. Follow this link to read it.  
  • Apr 17

    Immigration Reform Bill

    Immigration Reform Bill
    Comprehensive Immigration Reform Proposal A so-called comprehensive immigration reform bill has been proposed.  It is over 800-pages long and, if passed, will drastically alter the legal and human landscape of the U.S.  From the…
  • Apr 6

    Two Wrongs Take Away Right

    Two Wrongs Take Away Right
     We’ve written before about the frightening number of ineffective lawyers in the immigration field.
Rank this Week: 5092

Immigration Ramblings

Immigration Ramblings

Provides news and opinions on current US immigration issues and developments. By Franklin W. Nelson.

http://nelsonassociates.blogspot.com/
  • Apr 16

    Immigration Reform Not Here Yet - But Progress Is Being Made

    Immigration Reform Not Here Yet - But Progress Is Being Made
    Today, the President was briefed on the Immigration Reform Bill soon to be introduced in the Senate. The following is is statement following the briefing:The White HouseOffice of the Press SecretaryStatement by the President on Commonsense…
  • Jan 29

    Senate Proposal Is A Good Start

    Senate Proposal Is A Good Start
    Yesterday, January 28th, 2013, a bi-partisan group of Senators issued a 4 page memo outlining their vision for immigration reform. The memo admits that our current immigration system is broken, and discusses, among other things both a path to…
  • Jun 18

    President

    President
    President Obama has announced that he is expanding the eligibility criteria for “deferred action” to include individuals who would be protected by the DREAM Act. Even though the DREAM Act has not become law yet, this new policy will…
Rank this Week: 4249

Delaware Immigration Lawyer Blog

Delaware Immigration Lawyer Blog

Discusses immigration issues, news and legal developments. By Xiaojuan "Carrie" Huang.

http://www.deimmigration.com
Rank this Week: 2064

Orbit Law Blog

Orbit Law Blog

Provides commentary on immigration issues in the news and a review of immigration related policies. By Orbit Law, PLLC.

http://seattleimmigrationblog.com/
  • Apr 16

    USCIS PROVIDES UPDATE ON ADJUDICATION OF H-1B APPLICATIONS

    USCIS PROVIDES UPDATE ON ADJUDICATION OF H-1B APPLICATIONS
    Update: USCIS has provided the following update re: adjudication of H-1B filings: Premium Processing cases are currently being receipted, and adjudication of these cases has begun (official adjudication clock for PP began April 15)…
  • Apr 16

    Brief Highlights of Comprehensive Immigration Reform Proposal Released Today!

    Brief Highlights of Comprehensive Immigration Reform Proposal Released Today!
    The Senate’s Gang of Eight on Tuesday released the details of a broad agreement to overhaul the nation’s immigration laws. A combination of Republican Sens. Marco Rubio (Fla.), John McCain (Ariz.), Lindsey Graham (S.C.), Jeff…
  • Apr 5

    H-1B Cap for Fiscal Year 2014 Met!!

    H-1B Cap for Fiscal Year 2014 Met!!
    U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced today that it has received a sufficient number of H-1B petitions to reach the statutory cap for fiscal year (FY) 2014. USCIS has also received more than 20,000 H-1B petitions filed…
Rank this Week: 4218

Boston Immigration Lawyer Blog

Boston Immigration Lawyer Blog

Covers immigration law. By Michael M. Harrington.

http://www.bostonimmigrationlawyerblog.com/
  • Apr 14

    Immigrating to the United States Without a Family or Employer Sponsor

    Immigrating to the United States Without a Family or Employer Sponsor
    There are creative ways for foreign nationals to immigrate to the United States without needing a sponsor. In this post, I will discuss how the L-1 non-immigrant visa and EB-1C immigrant visa categories are used by enterprising foreign…
  • Mar 28

    Release on immigration bond: the best first step to remaining in the United State

    Release on immigration bond: the best first step to remaining in the United State
    In this post, I will discuss how to prepare for an immigration bond hearing. Immigration bond is basically bail: an amount of money that must be paid in exchange for the foreign national's release from jail. The money will be returned if…
  • Jan 28

    Secure Communities-Why it isn't working.

    Secure Communities-Why it isn't working.
    A lot media attention has been received by the Secure Communities program run by the Department of Homeland Security ("DHS"). The Secure Communities program was intended to be a way for DHS to detect and remove undocumented foreign nationals…
Rank this Week: 3679

Immigration Insight Law Blog

Immigration Insight Law Blog

Covers immigration law topics. By Chris Gafner.

http://www.gafnervisalaw.com
  • Apr 10

    Marriage Visa vs. Fiancee Visa

    Marriage Visa vs. Fiancee Visa
    As an immigration lawyer who handles many marriage and fiancee visa applications, one of the most common questions that is asked of me is: should a couple apply for the fiancee visa or just get married and apply for the marriage visa? For…
  • Apr 8

    Touring the United States on the Visa Waiver Program?

    Touring the United States on the Visa Waiver Program?
    Touring the United States is a lifelong goal of many musicians and performing artists from throughout the world.  When given an opportunity to perform in the United States, most take up the offer and are excited to be able to perform for…
  • Apr 4

    Preparing for the Same Sex Marriage Visa

    Preparing for the Same Sex Marriage Visa
    Currently, as of this writing, the immigration agency does not recognize same-sex marriages as eligible for the marriage visa leading to permanent resident. However, many believe that the immigration agency will begin to accept same-sex…
Rank this Week: 2703

Bilingual Minnesota Attorney Blog

Bilingual Minnesota Attorney Blog

Provides immigration law and criminal law information in Spanish. By Tamara Caban-Ramirez.

http://bilingualmnattorney.wordpress.com
  • Apr 3

    EXTENSIÓN DE TPS PARA NICARAGÜENSES – FECHA LIMITE 3 DE JUNIO DE 2013

    EXTENSIÓN DE TPS PARA NICARAGÜENSES – FECHA LIMITE 3 DE JUNIO DE 2013
    El Servicio de Inmigración anunció que extenderían el estatus de TPS, por sus siglas en inglés, a nicaragüenses. La fecha límite es el lunes, 3 de junio del 2013. De no re-inscribirse, perderá…
  • Apr 3

    EXTENSIÓN DE TPS PARA HONDUREÑOS – FECHA LIMITE 3 DE JUNIO DE 2013

    EXTENSIÓN DE TPS PARA HONDUREÑOS – FECHA LIMITE 3 DE JUNIO DE 2013
    El Servicio de Inmigración anunció que extenderían el estatus de TPS, por sus siglas en inglés, a hondureños. La fecha límite es el lunes, 3 de junio del 2013. De no re-inscribirse, perderá sus…
  • Jan 2

    2012 in review

    2012 in review
    The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2012 annual report for this blog. Here’s an excerpt: 600 people reached the top of Mt. Everest in 2012. This blog got about 9,600 views in 2012. If every person who reached the top of…
Rank this Week: 4535

EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program

EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program

Covers the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. By Boyd Campbell.

http://eb5greencard.blogspot.com/
  • Apr 2

    SEC relaxes restrictions on companies' use of social media

    SEC relaxes restrictions on companies' use of social media
         The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) says that companies can use Twitter, Facebook and other social media to announce key information as long as they alert investors about which websites they plan to use for…
  • Mar 4

    USCIS releases draft EB-5 adjudication guidance

    USCIS releases draft EB-5 adjudication guidance
         I was tempted to fire off some comments quickly on the new EB-5 draft policy guidance to show I am out there in front of EB-5 issues.  I'm not, so I waited, and I'm glad I did.  This new draft policy…
  • Feb 9

    EB-5 project developers embrace ‘EB-5 Lite’

    EB-5 project developers embrace ‘EB-5 Lite’
         I am a principal in a regional center in the southeastern United States and represent a number of regional centers around the nation. Several years ago, I had just hung up on my umpteenth conference call with project…
Rank this Week: 3916

Hernan Law Firm Blog

Hernan Law Firm Blog

Covers personal injury, criminal defense, immigration, business and litigation.

http://hernanfirm.com/blog/
  • Mar 30

    Georgia Legislature passes bill (HB 150) restricing the publication of mugshots for commercial gain

    Georgia Legislature passes bill (HB 150) restricing the publication of mugshots for commercial gain
    In a tremendous victory for many people whose mugshots are posted on websites that require payment in order to take them down, the 2013 Georgia Legislature has approved a measure (HB 150) restricting the publication of such mugshots and…
  • Jan 2

    Approvals come through for Deferred Action petition

    Approvals come through for Deferred Action petition
    USCIS has finally begun to issue approvals of the deferred action petitions filed beginning in August 2012, including for many clients of the Hernan Law Firm.  Early applicants have been receiving approval notices over the last month or…
  • Jan 2

    USCIS announces final rule to allow for provisional waiver process supporting family unity

    USCIS announces final rule to allow for provisional waiver process supporting family unity
    On January 2, 2013, USCIS announced the long awaited posting of the final rules for the provisional waiver process, a sensible solution to a component of immigration law that caused families to be separated during the petition process for…
Rank this Week: 3690

Immigration Employment

Immigration Employment

Covers employment-based immigration. By Charles Miller.

http://immigrationemployment.blogspot.com/
  • Mar 28

    Stanford Law School Worksite Immigration Compliance Symposium

    Stanford Law School Worksite Immigration Compliance Symposium
    Stanford Law School 3rd Annual Worksite Immigration Compliance Symposium April 19, 2013 8:15am - 6:30pm Stanford Law…
  • Mar 28

    The 2013 I-9 and Handbook for Employer

    The 2013 I-9 and Handbook for Employer
     by Charles M. Miller  U.S. employers or recruiters for a fee have the duty to ensure that every newly-hired employee completes and signs section 1 of the Form I-9 on the first day of hire. The employer’s verification…
  • Mar 9

    Two-page Form I-9 causes employers to take notice

    Two-page Form I-9 causes employers to take notice
    The USCIS released a two-page Form I-9 on Friday, March 8, 2013 which was effective immediately. The new, revised Form I-9 has a revision date of (Rev. 03/08/13)N.  Employers will have a 60-day grace period, until May 7, 2013, and will…
Rank this Week: 3016

Chicago Immigration Lawyer Blog

Chicago Immigration Lawyer Blog

Covers immigration law and visas. By Kalita Law Group, P.C.

http://www.chicagoimmigrationlawyer-blog.com/
  • Mar 27

    DO I QUALIFY FOR THE I-601A PROVISIONAL WAIVER FOR UNLAWFUL PRESENCE?

    DO I QUALIFY FOR THE I-601A PROVISIONAL WAIVER FOR UNLAWFUL PRESENCE?
    Now that the new Provisional Waivers for Unlawful Presence are in place, I am getting many phone calls from people who are inquiring as to whether they qualify for the waiver. There are many misconceptions about this from person-to-person…
  • Mar 11

    Immigration Reform Moves a Step Closer

    Immigration Reform Moves a Step Closer
    The LA Times reported today that the Senate version of the Immigration Bill is gathering steam, as eight senators working together to write a bipartisan bill to overhaul immigration laws announced today that they have agreed on a pathway for…
  • Jan 30

    Obama's Immigration Speech

    Obama's Immigration Speech
    Speaking in Las Vegas, President Obama revealed his intention to pursue comprehensive immigration reform during his second term. He outlined a rough sketch of a plan that would involve an increase in border security and enforcement of…
Rank this Week: 4982

Atlanta Employment & Injury Lawyer…

Atlanta Employment & Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers immigration and personal injury law in Georgia. By Betts & Associates.

http://www.bettslaw.net/
Rank this Week: 4590

Immigration Visa Lawyer Blog

Immigration Visa Lawyer Blog

Covers visas, green cards, and immigration law. By Shihab & Associates.

http://www.immigration-visa-lawyer-blog.com/
  • Mar 25

    Specialized Knowledge and the L-1B Intracompany Transferee Visa

    Specialized Knowledge and the L-1B Intracompany Transferee Visa
    One of the requirements to be eligible for the L-1B nonimmigrant intracompany transferee visa category is that the beneficiary must have specialized knowledge. The legal definition of specialized knowledge was illustrated recently by the…
  • Mar 4

    Effect of Sequester on Immigration

    Effect of Sequester on Immigration
    On Friday March 1 at midnight, Present Obama was forced to sign an automatic spending cutback, or "sequestration," as negotiations with congress to avoid these cuts was unsuccessful. The spending cuts will have an impact on national security,…
  • Feb 21

    Ohio Refuses to Issue Driver's Licenses to DACA Recipient

    Ohio Refuses to Issue Driver's Licenses to DACA Recipient
    Since June 2012 many Ohio residents have been applying for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), an executive order enacted by Present Barack Obama that allows those who arrived in the United States as children to have a reprieve…
Rank this Week: 1898

Silicon Valley Immigration Lawyer…

Silicon Valley Immigration Lawyer Blog

Covers work visas, green cards, and adjustments of status. By The Gee Law Firm.

http://www.siliconvalleyimmigrationlawyer.com/
  • Mar 21

    Congress Considers Amending "Temporary Protected Status"

    Congress Considers Amending "Temporary Protected Status"
    In the last few months, comprehensive immigration reform has been pushed into the national spotlight as Congress works to pass legislation to amend the U.S. immigration system. While most of these discussions and prospective changes involve…
  • Mar 20

    Congress Reauthorizes the Violence Against Women Act

    Congress Reauthorizes the Violence Against Women Act
    The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) is a law that Congress initially enacted in 1994. The purpose of the VAWA law was to create safeguards and legal remedies for victims of domestic violence. VAWA authorized federal funding allocations…
  • Mar 20

    Congressman Mike Honda Reintroduces the Reuniting Families Act

    Congressman Mike Honda Reintroduces the Reuniting Families Act
    Silicon Valley Congressman Mike Honda recently reintroduced an immigration bill into Congress called The Reuniting Families Act. The goal of this legislation would be to improve the waiting time for family members trying to immigrate under…
Rank this Week: 4238

Immigration & Deportation Law

Immigration & Deportation Law

Covers trends in immigration law with a focus on deportation litigation. By Isaul Verdin.

http://deportlaw.blogspot.com/
  • Mar 18

    How and When to File a Stay of Removal

    How and When to File a Stay of Removal
    What is a stay of removal?  A stay of removal is a decision made by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to put off or “stay” a person’s removal from the United States.  A person may apply for a stay of…
  • Mar 12

    How Mexican Investors Can Obtain an Investor E2 visa? Growing Trend?

    How Mexican Investors Can Obtain an Investor E2 visa? Growing Trend?
    In the most recent compilation of immigration statistics from the 2011 fiscal year, a total of 329,230 E-2 Treaty Trader Visas were issued to investors and their spouses and children. Of that number, 81,859 E-2 Visas were issued to Mexican…
  • Feb 13

    Hiring Foreign Employees by an E1 or E2 Busine

    Hiring Foreign Employees by an E1 or E2 Busine
    Businesses in the United States hire new employees every day to further their growth and expand their business. While the current workforce in this country primarily consist of United States citizens or permanent residents, companies…
Rank this Week: 4185

About US Visas

About US Visas

Covers immigration and citizenship. By the Law Office of Tanya M. Lee.

http://aboutusvisas.com/blog/
  • Mar 14

    Should You Practice Immigration Law

    Should You Practice Immigration Law
    Immigration is one of the hottest topics in the news today, particularly as it relates to politics and elections. The idea of practicing immigration law, particularly with the lure of loads of potential clients if/when Comprehensive…
  • Sep 19

    Top 11 Filing Tips for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival

    Top 11 Filing Tips for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival
    President Obama and Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano announced that certain foreign nationals who were brought to the U.S. before the age of 16, and who were under age 31 as of June 15, 2012, can apply for protection…
  • Sep 19

    Top 11 Filing Tips for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival

    Top 11 Filing Tips for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival
    President Obama and Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano announced that certain foreign nationals who were brought to the U.S. before the age of 16, and who were under age 31 as of June 15, 2012, can apply for protection…
Rank this Week: 3652

Austin Immigration Lawyer Blog

Austin Immigration Lawyer Blog

Covers immigration news and family-based immigration law. By Lyttle Law Firm, PLLC.

http://www.austinimmigrationlawyerblog.com/
  • Mar 4

    "Expedited Removal" Process Limits Access to Legal Counsel

    "Expedited Removal" Process Limits Access to Legal Counsel
    As an immigration attorney in Texas, I recognize that the legal system has its faults and that the immigration system possesses its share of problems, but I also firmly believe that everyone should have access to the judicial process. It has…
  • Mar 3

    Senate Reauthorizes Violence Against Women Act

    Senate Reauthorizes Violence Against Women Act
    On February 12, 2013 the U.S. Senate voted to ratify the Violence Against Women Act by a vote of 78 to 22. This now leaves reauthorization of VAWA up to the members of the U.S. House of Representatives. Last year, both chambers of Congress…
  • Mar 2

    Texas Supreme Court Approves Standardized Divorce Document

    Texas Supreme Court Approves Standardized Divorce Document
    The highest court in the Texas judicial system approved the introduction and use of standardized divorce documents in a 5-3 decision. The Texas Supreme Court's decision was hailed by some low income advocates as an improved mechanism for poor…
Rank this Week: 3549

New Jersey Immigration Lawyers…

New Jersey Immigration Lawyers Blog

Covers immigration reform, citizenship, and naturalization. By Lee & Garasia.

http://www.newjerseyimmigrationlawyersblog.com/
  • Feb 27

    Supreme Court rules on retroactivity of Padilla

    Supreme Court rules on retroactivity of Padilla
    Rosevela Chaidez was a permanent resident of the United States. She was arrested for mail fraud in connection with an insurance scam, and was advised by her lawyer to plead guilty. Her lawyer advised her to plead guilty, and she only received…
  • Feb 12

    The Economics of Immigration Reform

    The Economics of Immigration Reform
    Can our country afford Immigration Reform? That is the question raised by Robert Rector of the Heritage Foundation. He argues making 11 million illegal immigrants eligible for legal status would "generate costs in Medicare and Social Security…
  • Jan 30

    Understanding the 3 and 10 year unlawful presence bar

    Understanding the 3 and 10 year unlawful presence bar
    Confusion is rife when it comes to the topic of unlawful presence in the United States, as is on how long an offending alien has to wait before re-entering the United States. At the most basic level, an alien is unlawfully present when they…
Rank this Week: 5157

Massachusetts Immigration Lawyer…

Massachusetts Immigration Lawyer Blog

Covers deportation, immigration courts, and naturalization. By Law Offices Of Joshua L. Goldstein, PC.

http://www.massachusettsimmigrationlawyerblog.com/
  • Feb 7

    Boston Immigration Court will be closed on February 8, 2013

    Boston Immigration Court will be closed on February 8, 2013
    In anticipation of a major snow storm, the Immigration Court in Boston will be closed on Friday,  February 8, 2013. The Immigration Judges will extend all filing deadlines and reschedule all deportation and bond hearings set for February…
  • Feb 4

    C-1 and D visa holders have a new green card option

    C-1 and D visa holders have a new green card option
    As a attorney specializing in preparing winning I-601 hardship waivers, my law firm's Boston office is eagerly awaiting March 4, 2013, the first day that USCIS will begin accepting I-601A provisional waivers for unlawful presence with…
  • Jan 23

    Listing trips abroad on your N-400 citizenship application

    Listing trips abroad on your N-400 citizenship application
    Citizenship Lawyer Tip:  How to handle the N-400 question regarding trips abroad As an immigration lawyer, my job is to deal with immigration problems. Naturalization, the process by which a permanent resident becomes a U.S. citizen,…
Rank this Week: 3960

Border Immigration Lawyer Blog

Border Immigration Lawyer Blog

Covers US immigraiton issues, focusing on those that typically arise at a US land border point-of-entry relating to admissibility. By Sarah E. Murphy.

http://www.borderimmigrationlawyer.com/home/
  • Feb 6

    Do I need to reapply for the I-212 waiver?

    Do I need to reapply for the I-212 waiver?
    QUESTION:  I am Canadian and was expedited removed from the U.S. and charged with fraud in 2010.  I later filed Form I-192 and Form I-212.  Both were approved.  Form I-192 was approved for one year and is expiring…
  • Jan 30

    New Report on Border Patrol Practices in Upstate New York

    New Report on Border Patrol Practices in Upstate New York
    A new report from Families for Freedom in collaboration with New York University (NYU) Immigrant Rights Clinic entitled, “Uncovering USBP: Bonus Programs for United States Border Patrol Agents and the Arrest of Lawfully Present…
  • Dec 19

    Can I apply for B1/B2 visa while I am in the U.S.?

    Can I apply for B1/B2 visa while I am in the U.S.?
    QUESTION:  I work as a stewardess on a yacht and I require a B1/B2 visa.  I have a letter from the captain which confirms this.  Currently I am in the U.S and I arrived on an ESTA from the U.K. and will be leaving shortly for…
Rank this Week: 2201

US Immigration Blog

US Immigration Blog

Covers recent developments in the immigration field. By Peter Messersmith.

http://blog.messersmithlaw.com
  • Feb 3

    I-601A Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver

    I-601A Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver
    On January 3, 2013, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) published a final rule on provisional unlawful presence waivers. I-601A applications may be submitted to USCIS beginning March 4, 2013. This rule allows certain…
  • Oct 22

    DREAM Deferred Action Approvals Arriving

    DREAM Deferred Action Approvals Arriving
    DREAM Act approvals are starting to trickle in.  Here is a copy of a recent application which was approved in approximately 5 weeks.  It is representative of a typical case.  A Mexican national entered the US without a visa fifteen years…
  • Aug 26

    ApplyUSDreamAct.com Goes Live

    ApplyUSDreamAct.com Goes Live
    The Messersmith Law Firm is now taking US Dream Act cases via our online website ApplyUSDreamAct.com.  If you meet the following eligibility requirements, we may be able to help you obtain deferred action and a two year work permit.
Rank this Week: 3287

New Jersey Municipal Court Lawyer…

New Jersey Municipal Court Lawyer Blog

Covers immigration law news, cases and reports in New Jersey. By The Law Office Anthony J. Vecchio, LLC

http://www.newjerseymunicipalcourtlawyerblog.com/
  • Jan 31

    Highlands Municipal Court Information

    Highlands Municipal Court Information
    Lawyer for Highlands Municipal Court If you have been issued a traffic ticket, criminal complaint/summons, or DUI in Highlands, you should consult with an experienced defense attorney right away. While motor vehicle, disorderly persons, and…
  • Jan 25

    Old Bridge Speeding Tickets - Points Can Be Reduced

    Old Bridge Speeding Tickets - Points Can Be Reduced
    Lawyer for Old Bridge Traffic Tickets I have handled countless municipal court cases in Old Bridge. These have included speeding and traffic violations, drug and marijuana possession charges, and drunk driving cases ranging from first to…
  • Jan 1

    Bergenfield Arrests & Traffic Ticket

    Bergenfield Arrests & Traffic Ticket
    • Lawyers for Bergenfield Drug & Traffic Tickets Common traffic tickets in Bergenfield include failure to obey traffic control device or stop signs (NJSA 39:4-81, NJSA 39:4-144), careless driving (NJSA 39:4-97), speeding (NJSA…
Rank this Week: 3510

Peek and Toland Blog

Peek and Toland Blog

Covers immigration policies and criminal defense law in Austin, Texas.

http://www.peekandtoland.com/blog
  • Jan 29

    President Obama outlines his Immigration Reform Proposal

    President Obama outlines his Immigration Reform Proposal
    Today, President Obama outlined his immigration proposal in Las Vegas, Nevada in an effort to address the eleven million undocumented immigrants now living in the U.S. The President's proposal arrives just one day after a Bipartisan…
  • Jan 28

    Bipartisan Framework for Comprehensive Immigration Reform

    Bipartisan Framework for Comprehensive Immigration Reform
    Today U.S. Senators from both parties gathered to propose comprehensive immigration reform. The proposal includes endorsements from prominent Republican and Democratic leaders and arrives just one day before the President's expected proposal…
  • Jan 28

    Senate Leaders Propose Immigration Reform

    Senate Leaders Propose Immigration Reform
      Today U.S. Senators announced a new proposal on immigration reform set to affect nearly 11 million undocumented immigrants current in the U.S. The new proposal was a bipartisan effort endorsed by Democrats Charles Schumer of New York,…
Rank this Week: 3700

Immigration Visa Attorney Blog

Immigration Visa Attorney Blog

Covers H-1B visas and immigraiton reform. By Sam Shihab.

http://www.immigration-visa-attorney-blog.com/
  • Jan 8

    Columbus Ohio Attorney Presents a General Overview of the Recruitment Proce

    Columbus Ohio Attorney Presents a General Overview of the Recruitment Proce
    Before a Permanent Labor Application (PERM) can be filed, the employer must attempt to recruit U.S. workers for the position being offered. This process is essential to a successful PERM case, and if the recruitment is not carried out…
  • Oct 17

    Green Card Bill for STEM Graduates Fail

    Green Card Bill for STEM Graduates Fail
    Last month a Congressional bill that would have allotted 55,000 permanent resident visas for foreign graduates with STEM degrees was defeated in the House of Representatives. The fate of the bill is particularly interesting because of the…
  • Oct 5

    More on Deferred Action

    More on Deferred Action
    Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program is the government's way of providing a two-year respite from deportation for so-called DREAM Act youths. And while not a permanent solution to the country's many immigration issues, Deferred…
Rank this Week: 5099

Immigration Law, Policy and…

Immigration Law, Policy and Procedure

Covers immigration law, policy, and procedure. By Federico B. Serrano.

http://www.serranoimmigration.blogspot.com/
Rank this Week: 4899

Immigration Navigator

Immigration Navigator

US immigration and green card information. By Gary Goodin.

http://www.immigrationnavigator.com/
  • Jan 1

    10 years green card and immigration marriage fraud

    10 years green card and immigration marriage fraud
    As a Las Vegas immigration lawyer dealing with marriage immigration cases, it is true that love knows no borders. Many bi-national couples have long and happy marriages. But it is also true that not every foreign national marries a US citizen…
  • Jan 1

    10 years green card and immigration marriage fraud

    10 years green card and immigration marriage fraud
    As a Las Vegas immigration lawyer dealing with marriage immigration cases, it is true that love knows no borders. Many bi-national couples have long and happy marriages. But it is also true that not every foreign national marries a US citizen…
  • Aug 6

    The US Green Card – Your ticket to the American dream

    The US Green Card – Your ticket to the American dream
    A US green card is the most desired card in the world. Hundreds of millions around the world dream of having a green card to begin a new and better life in the United States. The US green card (officially called Form I-551) is evidence of…
Rank this Week: 5223

Business Immigration Post

Business Immigration Post

Covers business immigration law and employment-based visas. By Kramer Levin.

http://blogs.kramerlevin.com/businessimmigrationpostblog/
  • Dec 5

    Recent Developments in Business Immigration Law

    Recent Developments in Business Immigration Law
    I.          New Legislation Introduced to Retain Foreign Talent   Over the past few months, a number of bills have been introduced that are designed to help employers recruit and retain…
  • Sep 20

    Diversity Visa (Green Card) Lottery

    Diversity Visa (Green Card) Lottery
    The Department of State recently announced the opening of the registration period for the DV-2014 Diversity Visa lottery. This year, the Diversity Visa lottery allows a maximum of 50,000 "diversity immigrants" to obtain permanent residence in…
  • Sep 13

    Recent Developments in Business Immigration Law

    Recent Developments in Business Immigration Law
    State Department Update on Visa Demand and Priority Dates The Department of State has issued the October Visa Bulletin, reporting that priority dates in the EB-2 (advanced degree holders) India category will move only to September 1, 2004.…
Rank this Week: 4943

Safe Haven Immigration Law Blog

Safe Haven Immigration Law Blog

Provides immigration law and refugee protection news, updates and helpful tips. By The Whitt Law Firm, PLLC.

http://www.whittfirm.com/blog/
  • Nov 27

    Testing Word Press Setting

    Testing Word Press Setting
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  • Nov 25

    Under Construction

    Under Construction
    We are currently updating our website to improve the experience of our readers.  Some pages and features may be unavailable during this time.  We expect to complete our updates by December 19, 2012.  Thank you for your patience.
  • Oct 31

    Some USCIS Offices Remain Closed from Storm Damage

    Some USCIS Offices Remain Closed from Storm Damage
    USCIS has posted a list of offices that remain closed due to storm damage from Hurricane Sandy.  All appointments will be rescheduled to the next available appointment date; you do not need to do anything to request a rescheduled date.…
Rank this Week: 4234

US Immigration Law Blog

US Immigration Law Blog

Covers immigration news. By Ashwin Sharma.

http://ashwinsharma.com
Rank this Week: 3058

Eliana Phelps Law Blog

Eliana Phelps Law Blog

Covers immigration articles, news, and laws.

http://www.phelpsattorneys.com/blog/news/opinion/attorneys.html
  • Nov 21

    Obama enviará proyecto de ley de reforma migratoria al Congreso

    Obama enviará proyecto de ley de reforma migratoria al Congreso
    There are no translations available.El presidente de los Estados Unidos Barack Obama, reelegido el pasado 7 de noviembre, ha prometido que enviará un proyecto de reforma migratoria integral al Congreso, a principios del año 2013 en el que…
  • Oct 31

    Tres documentales que muestran el drama de algunos inmigrantes hispanos en Estados Unido

    Tres documentales que muestran el drama de algunos inmigrantes hispanos en Estados Unido
    There are no translations available.A propósito de las próximas elecciones presidenciales en los Estados Unidos, el canal de televisión por cable Discovery en Español presentará, el próximo 4 de noviembre, tres documentales centrados en…
  • Oct 10

    Impacto económico en California de la ley de Dream Act

    Impacto económico en California de la ley de Dream Act
    There are no translations available.La ley de Dream Act, cuyo objetivo es legalizar la situación de aquellos jóvenes elegibles que fueron traídos a los Estados Unidos cuando eran niños, no sólo resultaría beneficiosa al asegurar un…
Rank this Week: 4489

Puryear Law Blog

Puryear Law Blog

Covers criminal defense, family law, divorce, juvenile law, business law, discrimination, personal injury, and related matters in the states of Illinois and Iowa.

http://www.puryearlaw.com/blog/
  • Nov 11

    A Self Defense Gun Case from Rock Island County, Illinoi

    A Self Defense Gun Case from Rock Island County, Illinoi
    Earlier this year, I had the honor of representing a woman named Judy, who used her gun to defend herself, her sister, and her sister-in-law after they were violently attacked in a parking lot in Rock Island County, Illinois. Much to her…
  • Feb 20

    Puryear Law Android App Now Available

    Puryear Law Android App Now Available
    In today’s world, it is important for attorneys to be accessible to their clients. Puryear Law has led the way on that front by having a live phone receptionist available 24 hours a day to schedule appointments, provide basic office…
  • Feb 19

    Puryear Law iPhone App Now Available

    Puryear Law iPhone App Now Available
    In today’s world, it is important for attorneys to be accessible to their clients. Puryear Law has led the way on that front by having a live phone receptionist available 24 hours a day to schedule appointments, provide basic office…
Rank this Week: 2658

Florida Immigration Lawyers Blog

Florida Immigration Lawyers Blog

Covers immigration law, visas, and deportation. By Punancy & Cosentino, P.A.

http://www.floridaimmigrationlawyersblog.com/
  • Nov 8

    Sandy VIctim

    Sandy VIctim
    Temporary Immigration Benefit Relief Measures Available to Those Affected by Hurricane Sandy USCIS has posted a reminder to immigrants and nonimmigrants affected by Hurricane Sandy of certain benefits and relief that may be available to…
  • Jul 23

    H-2 B Update

    H-2 B Update
    USCIS Publishes Updated H-2B Visa Number
  • May 10

    Dream Act Again

    Dream Act Again
    Senator Marco Rubio is going to introduce his version of the Dream Act with hopes of getting an approval by the end of the summer. We hope that this will help millions of young people who are living in the United States with no hope for the…
Rank this Week: 4064

Immigration Attorneys Blog

Immigration Attorneys Blog

Covers K1 and K3 visas. By AmeriLawGroup.

http://www.immigrationattorneysblog.com/
Rank this Week: 4869

Jacksonville Immigration Attorney…

Jacksonville Immigration Attorney Blog

Published By Lena Korial-Yonan, Esq.

http://www.jacksonvilleimmigrationattorneyblog.com/
  • Oct 25

    Update on Travel for Student Visa Holder

    Update on Travel for Student Visa Holder
    The once "standard" stamp that students entering the U.S. would receive from Customs and Border patrol (CBP) on their I-120 / DS-2019 is now being discontinued. As of on or about August 10, 2012, CBP will no longer stamp the I-20 / DS-2019…
  • Oct 22

    How Many Alien Numbers Should I have?

    How Many Alien Numbers Should I have?
    Generally speaking, an immigrant should only have one alien number throughout the course of their immigration process and the same alien number should be placed on that applicant's naturalization certificate. These days, though, there have…
  • Oct 16

    Visa Bulletin for November 2012: Lawful Permanent Resident Priority Date

    Visa Bulletin for November 2012: Lawful Permanent Resident Priority Date
    The most recently issued Visa Bulletin has some good news for family category 2A, which is the category for lawful permanent residents filing for their spouses and / or children under 21 years old and unmarried. The current priority date for…
Rank this Week: 3444

Immigration and Employment Law…

Immigration and Employment Law Blog

By Coane & Associates.

http://immigrationandemploymentlaw.wordpress.com/
  • Oct 25

    K-1 Visa Adjustment of Status and the Affidavit of Support

    K-1 Visa Adjustment of Status and the Affidavit of Support
    A very common issue with K-1 visa holders, is whether they need an affidavit of support when they apply for adjustment of status in the USA. After-all, they would have provided an affidavit of support to the USA Consulate at the time that…
  • Oct 18

    Fighting Unemployment can Backfire on Employer

    Fighting Unemployment can Backfire on Employer
    In a recent case from Pennsylvania involving a retaliation claim under Title VII involving an employer who opposed a former employee’s claim for unemployment compensation who had also filed a charge of discrimination, the court found that…
  • Oct 10

    Shintech Faces EEOC Race Discrimination Charge

    Shintech Faces EEOC Race Discrimination Charge
    Our law firm filed a race discrimination charge against Shintech, of Freeport, Texas, on behalf of a Hispanic worker who was recently fired.
Rank this Week: 3828

DC Immigration Lawyer Blog

DC Immigration Lawyer Blog

By Schaefer Law Firm.

http://www.dcimmigrationblog.com/
  • Oct 22

    What is an immigrant visa?

    What is an immigrant visa?
    If you are interested in helping your spouse or another family member immigrate to the United States, then you likely are interested in finding out how you can help them join you in the United States as quickly as possible. After all, who…
  • Oct 22

    Do I need an immigration lawyer for my immigrant visa case?

    Do I need an immigration lawyer for my immigrant visa case?
    There is no requirement to use the services of an immigration lawyer in order to file for an immigrant visa to get a green card. But, many people will find the services of an immigration lawyer to be extremely valuable to successfully…
  • Oct 19

    Who is the best immigration waiver lawyer in Virginia?

    Who is the best immigration waiver lawyer in Virginia?
    The ability for your family to live together is at stake… If you need an immigration waiver, then your ability to live with your family in the United States is at stake. If your waiver application is not approved, you may be separated from…
Rank this Week: 5094

Canadian Toronto Immigration…

Canadian Toronto Immigration Lawyer Blog

Covers Canadian immigration law from a Toronto perspective. By Max Chaudhary.

http://www.chaudharylaw.com/
  • Sep 22

    Canadian immigration: fewer offices, longer processing times.

    Canadian immigration: fewer offices, longer processing times.
    The Processing time for in-Canada marriage cases that are deemed to be slightly unusual is at least three years.  Part of this is due to the curious transnational nature of in-Canada immigration processing.  An in Canada marriage case for…
  • Sep 13

    Canada: A mecca for the Sex Trade?

    Canada: A mecca for the Sex Trade?
    A client of mine is a pastor on a work permit in Canada. He arranged for his 40-something year old wife to enter Canada on a work permit as well. She obtained the work permit. It was an open work permit. Open work permits state, “any…
  • Aug 29

    Proposed regulations respecting Canada’s federal skilled worker program

    Proposed regulations respecting Canada’s federal skilled worker program
    On August 17 2012, Canada’s immigration Department announced proposed changes to the federal skilled worker program.  The department intends to give effect to these changes in January 2013.
Rank this Week: 4690

About US Visas

About US Visas

Covers immigration and nationality laws, as well as events in Arizona of interest to immigrants. By Tanya Lee.

http://aboutusvisas.com/
  • Sep 19

    Top 11 Filing Tips for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival

    Top 11 Filing Tips for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival
    President Obama and Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano announced that certain foreign nationals who were brought to the U.S. before the age of 16, and who were under age 31 as of June 15, 2012, can apply for protection…
  • Jul 26

    DREAMer Deferred Action Applications Begin August 15, 2012

    DREAMer Deferred Action Applications Begin August 15, 2012
    Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano recently testified before Congress about the Deferred Action for DREAMers program that was announced by President Obama on June 15, 2012.  In her testimony she provided the…
  • Jul 18

    How to Prepare Now For Your Spouse's U.S. Green Card or Immigrant Visa Application

    How to Prepare Now For Your Spouse's U.S. Green Card or Immigrant Visa Application
    Most international couples seeking a U.S. green card or immigrant visa fall into one of three categories:
Rank this Week: 4253

Third Circuit Immigration Blog

Third Circuit Immigration Blog

Focuses on immigration issues decided by the Third Circuit Court of Appeals or within the Third Circuit.

http://3dcir.blogspot.com/
Rank this Week: 1892

San Francisco Immigration Lawyers…

San Francisco Immigration Lawyers Blog

Covers current events and answers to common questions about immigration law in the San Francisco area. By the Law Office of Gali Schaham Gordon.

http://www.galigordon.com
  • Aug 23

    Once Again, Arizona Tries to Make Life Hard for Immigrant

    Once Again, Arizona Tries to Make Life Hard for Immigrant
    Pro-immigration reform groups lambasted Arizona Gov. Jan. Brewer for issuing an executive order that bans some 80,000 potential recipients of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) in her state from obtaining driver’s…
  • Jun 15

    BREAKING NEWS: Obama Administration to Stop Deporting Undocumented Youth

    BREAKING NEWS: Obama Administration to Stop Deporting Undocumented Youth
    The Obama Administration announced on Friday that it would not deport certain undocumented immigrants and that it would grant them work permits.  This policy, known as “deferred action”, may affect as many as 800,000 people.  While it…
  • Mar 14

    Visa Interview Wait Times Drop in Brazil

    Visa Interview Wait Times Drop in Brazil
    The Department of State’s efforts to streamline the visa process in Brazil have resulted in lower wait times for interviews – on average two weeks or less in many Brazilian locations.  The Department of State has added staff, extended…
Rank this Week: 2589

KEYTLaw

KEYTLaw

Covers Arizona and federal laws.

http://www.keytlaw.com/blog
  • Aug 8

    The Best of Law Dog

    The Best of Law Dog
    Since law dog is all the rage, we thought we’d share the best of law dog. Check out all of law dog’s pictures here.
  • Jul 12

    Starting Salaries For Law Grads Drops Significantly

    Starting Salaries For Law Grads Drops Significantly
    ABA Journal: New law grads in private practice are no longer taking home median paychecks in the six figures.
  • Jun 27

    Late Mortgage Payments Down Significantly

    Late Mortgage Payments Down Significantly
    Equifax’s June edition of its National Consumer Credit Trends Report shows a sharp decline in the number of delinquent mortgage  balances.
Rank this Week: 1295

Miami Immigration Lawyers Blog

Miami Immigration Lawyers Blog

Published By Revilla Law Firm

http://www.miamiimmigrationlawyersblog.com/
  • Jul 17

    DREAMer Benefits from Deferred Action for Young People

    DREAMer Benefits from Deferred Action for Young People
    Revilla Law Firm is proud to announce that one of our clients has been offered - and has accepted - Deferred Action for Young People, as part of the Department of Homeland Security's policy announcement that it will offer Deferred Action to…
  • Jun 25

    U.S. Supreme Court Blocks Parts of Arizona Immigration Law

    U.S. Supreme Court Blocks Parts of Arizona Immigration Law
    Source: New York Times WASHINGTON -- The Supreme Court on Monday delivered a split decision on Arizona's tough 2010 immigration law, upholding its most controversial provision but blocking the implementation of others. The court…
  • Jun 15

    Obama administration to stop deporting some young illegal immigrant

    Obama administration to stop deporting some young illegal immigrant
    Washington (CNN) -- In an election-year policy change, the Obama administration said Friday it will stop deporting young illegal immigrants who entered the United States as children if they meet certain requirements. The shift on the…
Rank this Week: 3557