Monthly Archives: May 2026
New USCIS Policy Could Make Adjustment of Status Applications More Difficult
For decades, adjustment of status has been one of the most common pathways for eligible immigrants to obtain lawful permanent residence without leaving the United States. However, a new policy memorandum issued by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) on May 21, 2026, could significantly change how adjustment of status applications are reviewed and… Read More »
Do You Need to Understand English to Become a U.S. Citizen?
The U.S. sets many requirements for naturalization and citizenship, and English language ability is one of them. Many people are nervous about this requirement and fear that their English is not good enough. As a prominent immigration law firm, we have helped many people become U.S. citizens, so we offer the following overview of… Read More »
Common Mistakes with Conditional Permanent Residence
Anyone with a conditional permanent residence must file to remove conditions before the expiration of their green card. Unfortunately, some immigrants make simple errors and fail to remove their conditions in a timely fashion. Even worse, they can end up staying in the U.S. too long, which can have many negative downstream consequences. Below,… Read More »
Key Differences Between a Green Card and U.S. Citizenship
Many lawful permanent residents are unsure of whether they should seek naturalization and citizenship. They might not think there are any significant differences. After all, a green card gives the holder a right to live in the U.S. indefinitely, travel internationally, and work in the United States. Who needs citizenship? Below, our immigration lawyer… Read More »
Mistakes People Make with DIY Green Card Applications
Our law firm sometimes hears from people who tried to handle their own immigration case, only to end up completely confused. We understand the desire to avoid paying for an attorney. Although money is tight for everyone, there are some critical steps to avoid when trying to obtain a green card. Contact The Law… Read More »
Recent Legal Challenges to the Trump Administration’s Immigration Pause
Recent changes to U.S. immigration law have left many migrants in limbo as to the status of their cases. In 2025, the Trump Administration paused the applications for people from 39 countries out of concerns about public safety. Since then, millions of people are patiently waiting to see if they will receive an immigration… Read More »
Why You Need to Hire an Experienced Miami Immigration Lawyer
The Trump Administrations’ immigration crack-down has forced vulnerable migrants to scramble for help. Unfortunately, as a recent Pro Publica investigation reveals, scammers have made false promises and often posed as lawyers. The result is a generation of migrants defrauded of money and left even more vulnerable than before. Take control. Contact The Law Office… Read More »
How to Prove Your Marriage is Bona Fide?
Immigration fraud sometimes takes the form of entering a sham marriage: a U.S. citizen marries a non-citizen for the sole purpose of helping them obtain an immigration benefit. For example, a non-citizen in removal proceedings might marry a neighbor, solely to help them avoid deportation. USCIS is focused on rooting out immigration fraud, so… Read More »
Are There Alternatives to an H-1B Visa?
The US caps the number of H-1B visas each year. Currently, the cap is 85,000, so many people who would like this specialty visa end up denied. What are your options? The good news is that there might be other visas available which you qualify for. Before giving up on your dream, reach out… Read More »