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If companies are not finding individuals with the specific skills and knowledge needed, looking beyond the United States borders is a viable approach. To hire a foreign employee, employers must apply for an H-1B sponsorship. Many U.S.-based companies have had difficulty filling their staff with qualified U.S. citizens and need to look elsewhere to fill some very specific positions. Currently, the United States has a statutory limit of 65,000 new H-1B visas and 20,000 additional visas for foreign…
The lawyers at Davis & Associates explain how getting divorced after receiving a green card can impact a person’s immigration status or their rights and obligations. Generally, the impact a divorce has on a person’s immigration status depends on what stage of the process that person is in. You’ll have a different outcome if you: Divorce after applying, but before receiving a green card Divorce after receiving a conditional green card Divorce after removing conditions…
Los abogados de Davis & Associates explican cómo divorciarse después de recibir una tarjeta verde puede afectar el estatus migratorio de una persona o sus derechos y obligaciones. Generalmente, el impacto que un divorcio tiene en el estatus migratorio de una persona depende de en qué etapa del proceso se encuentra esa persona. Tendrás un resultado diferente si: Divorcio después de solicitarlo, pero antes de recibir una tarjeta verde Divorcio después de recibir una tarjeta…
You may be entitled to a U.S. green card through marriage – but in order to get one, you’ll have to show U.S. immigration officials that you’re in a bona fide marriage. That means you must prove that you’re in a genuine relationship with your spouse. Proving it can be tougher than you think. Here’s what you need to know. What Is a Bona Fide Marriage? A bona fide marriage is a genuine marriage. You…
Es posible que tenga derecho a una tarjeta verde de EE. UU. a través del matrimonio, pero para obtener una, tendrá que demostrar a los funcionarios de inmigración de EE. UU. que está en un matrimonio de buena fe. Eso significa que debe demostrar que está en una relación genuina con su cónyuge. Demostrarlo puede ser más difícil de lo que crees. Esto es lo que necesitas saber. ¿Qué Es Un Matrimonio De Buena Fe?…
If you’re looking to obtain a green card and become a lawful permanent resident of the United States, you may be wondering, “Do I really need to a hire a green card lawyer, or can I go through the process by myself?” The short answer is no, you don’t technically need a green card lawyer. Legally, you can go through the process of obtaining a green card on your own. But there are a lot…
Created in 2012, the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program benefits hundreds of thousands of youths in America. Often referred to as “Dreamers,” potential beneficiaries must meet and continue to adhere to strict standards and requirements. Membership in the program is not permanent and must be renewed every two years. Additionally, the government can revoke DACA rights from any person at any time. The program benefits nearly a million young people throughout the United States…
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 when they’re considering calling a lawyer for a free consultation. This guide explains everything you need to know. What Will…
As of right now, the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program is still alive – but like other Texas immigration attorneys, we can’t predict its future. However, if you used the program in the past, you may need to go through the DACA renewal process. What’s Happening With DACA? Under President Barack Obama, the U.S. initiated the original DACA program in 2012. The program was designed to provide a two-year deferment from deportation actions while providing eligibility for…
American businesses often find that the talent needed to move their objectives forward may not be available within the United States. That often means that multinational corporations must either bring foreign workers to the United States for training or require the specialized skills that some of their foreign employees can provide. Although there are many reasons businesses wish to bring foreign workers to the United States for a temporary or extended period, the process of securing permits…