Monthly Archives: June 2026
What to Look for When Hiring an Immigration Lawyer
Hiring the right immigration lawyer requires a thoughtful approach. Too many people in the market for legal services click on advertisements on social media platforms like TikTok, which is a good way to end up being scammed. Instead, search attorney websites online and look for a lawyer with the right experience in immigration law…. Read More »
Recent Changes to the Adjustment of Status Process
The Trump Administration has recently announced changes to immigration procedure which will impact those in the country on a non-immigrant visa who are hoping to obtain a green card. Announced on May 22, 2026, the change will require many foreign nationals to leave the country as they wait to find out if they can… Read More »
Who Can Sponsor a Sibling to Come to the U.S.?
Many immigrants are eager to sponsor family members to come join them in the U.S. Immigration law allows siblings to immigrate through family-based immigration petitions; but only citizens can sponsor a sibling, and the process is very long. Contact The Law Office of Jason M. Sullivan if you have questions about sponsoring family members… Read More »
Victims of Crime: What is the U Visa?
Certain crime victims can come to the U.S. on a nonimmigrant visa and assist law enforcement as they investigate or prosecute the crime. The U visa was created by Congress in 2000, and it is an option for many men and women who otherwise cannot obtain a visa to the United States. The law… Read More »
USCIS Issues New Policy Guidance Emphasizing That Adjustment of Status Is a Discretionary Benefit
USCIS recently issued a policy memorandum (PM-602-0199), which signals a possible important shift in how the agency reviews and adjudicates Adjustment of Status applications. Foreign nationals who were hoping to obtain a green card must be aware of the recent changes and should contact our office immediately. The memo stresses that Adjustment of Status… Read More »
What Is an Immigration Recommendation Letter?
Immigration recommendation letters can be an important part of an applicant’s file. However, not every letter is beneficial, and some of our clients don’t need them at all. Instead of trying to obtain letters on your own, work with an established law firm. Our legal team knows when letters can help and how to… Read More »
Overview of Student Visas: Which One is Right for You?
The United States has nearly 6,000 colleges and universities, along with hundreds of technical colleges. Unsurprisingly, the U.S. is a magnet for people pursuing higher education, with some of the best funded programs in the world. Anyone who is hoping to study in the United States at an institution must do so legally, so… Read More »
How Unlawful Presence Can Result in Denied Immigration Benefits
Some people enter the United States illegally, or they overstay a valid visa. Either way, this person can accrue unlawful presence, which consists of being in the U.S. without legal status. Although this might not sound too dramatic, especially if law enforcement does not catch you, there are many downstream consequences of unlawful presence…. Read More »