Immigration

The immigration process is complicated. There are many forms to fill out and deadlines to meet. But an immigration lawyer can help you navigate the system and ensure that you are following the correct procedures....

The decision to adopt is not an easy one, particularly if the prospective parents are planning to adopt internationally. Foreign adoption can be completed either through a licensed international adoption agency or it can be...

To those in the middle of certain immigration processes, it may be no surprise that the processing delays with USCIS are likely to continue for a while. In response, the agency posted guidance in early...

Are you an immigrant who is a victim of crime? Under certain circumstances, you may be eligible to apply for a U Visa. The U-Visa is a temporary visa that allows immigrants to legally live...

One aspect of the immigration process is the medical exam required for green card applicants. The exam is intended to ensure public safety and remove the grounds for inadmissibility. USCIS uses the immigration medical examination...

Currently, the U.S. is providing access to particular Afghanistan citizens by offering humanitarian parole. Individuals may request parole into the United States based on urgent humanitarian or significant public benefit reasons for a temporary period,...

In July, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas held that the DACA program “is illegal,” to the disappointment and surprise of many. The Court vacated the earlier 2012 DACA memorandum and...

One of the biggest concerns for our immigration clients is the consequence of overstaying their visas. “Overstay” refers to staying in the U.S. beyond the date on your visa. Before your visa expiration date (preferably...

Discrimination can be a big concern for many U.S. immigrants. However, there are federal laws specifically designed to protect immigrants during the hiring process and beyond. Employers are not allowed to discriminate against employees due...