The USCIS’s Proposed Rule to Prevent Asylum Seekers From Obtaining Work Authorization
A proposed rule that U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services filed in mid-November could prevent some asylum seekers from obtaining work authorization in the United States. The rule, which is currently open for public comment, would affect thousands of asylum seekers who unlawfully crossed the U.S. border and need work permits to earn money while their…
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Temporary Protected Status Extended For Six Countries
The Department of Homeland Security announced on November 1st, 2019 that Temporary Protected Status would be extended for El Salvador, Haiti, Honduras, Nepal, Nicaragua and Sudan until January 2021. These extensions are in compliance with the preliminary injunctions of cases Ramos, et al. v. Nielsen, et. al,; Saget, et. al. v. Trump, et. al.;…
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Ask Garry: Why Are The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services Fees Going Up?
USCIS has announced a change in the fees it charges for the services it provides. The announcement became official November 14th, but is subject to comments from the public for over 30 days. The rate change is expected to go into effect December 16, 2019, while the comment period is still running. Here is…
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Ask Garry: Why Are H-1B Petition Denials Rising?
According to a report from the National Foundation for American Policy, October 2019, it is now four times more likely that an H-1B petition will be denied by USCIS. Of most concern is the fact that the law on H-1Bs has not changed. If the law is the same, what is it that accounts for…
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What Happens During a Free Consultation With an Immigration Attorney?
You’ve probably seen attorneys offer free consultations online, on television or on billboards – but what happens when you call a lawyer for the first time? How much information will you have to provide, and more importantly, what will you get out of it? These are just a few of the questions most people have…
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Deportation Defense: What You Need to Know
Deportation proceedings can be incredibly confusing – and because you have no idea how an immigration judge will rule, they’re often scary, too. For most people, it makes sense to work with a deportation defense attorney who can help. Deportation: When Can Legal Residents Face Removal Proceedings? There are several reasons that the U.S. government…
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Applying for An H-1B For Fiscal Year 2021
Overview of the H-1B Visa Category and summary of the proposed changes to the lottery process that may go into effect for the 2021 H-1B cap year. What is an H-1B Visa? An H-1B Petition allows companies in the United States to employ foreign workers in positions that require at least a bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent)…
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Ask Garry: What Is Denaturalization, and Who Is At Risk?
In US Immigration Law, the process of becoming a US citizen is called naturalization. Sometimes, the government tries to take citizenship away from someone who has been approved for naturalization. The process is called denaturalization. The Trump Administration has been denaturalizing US citizens at an alarming rate under initiatives called Operation Janus and Operation…
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Getting Started With The E-2 Treaty Investor Application
Davis & Associates is a Trusted Advisor for E-2 Treaty Investor applications. The vast majority of our cases are successful, which demonstrates that we have to tools, knowledge and experience to help you maximize your chances for success. Below is a brief summary of the E-2 application process and types of documentation that is needed.…
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Changes to EB-5 Visa Requirements Coming into Effect Soon
The EB-5 visa allows foreign investors, their spouses, and unmarried children under 21 years of age to obtain lawful permanent residency in the U.S. The program was created in 1990 to stimulate the economy and foster job growth. To qualify for an EB-5 visa, an investor must meet specific requirements, which were recently updated by…
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