Monthly Archives: July 2026
What Are Positive Factors for Adjustment of Status Discretionary Review?
The government has recently announced that it will no longer grant adjustment of status as a matter of right. Instead, USCIS will revert to considering it a discretionary benefit, which can dramatically impact the approach applicants should take when submitting their paperwork. Now, immigration officials will take a much more context-driven approach to analyzing… Read More »
Family Unity as a Positive Immigration Factor
Family unity is a significant factor in the discretionary analysis for adjustment of status. With recent changes to USCIS policy, applicants and their lawyers must spend additional time strengthening the justifications for an immigration benefit, otherwise a green card could be out of reach. Because family unity is a central consideration, we encourage anyone… Read More »
Immigration Fraud Prosecutions Are on the Upswing
Applying for a visa or immigration benefit is a challenging process. There is always a risk you will be denied. But there is another, more serious risk: that you will commit fraud in the process. USCIS has increased its immigration fraud detection, even searching through applicants’ social media profiles to ensure that information contained… Read More »
Understanding USCIS Officer Concerns Before Filing
USCIS officers play a critical role in our immigration system. These individuals have primary responsibility for determining if an applicant should receive adjustment of status or some other benefit. This fact surprises many people who wrongly assume that the courts play a leading role in doling out immigration benefits, but that is not the… Read More »
Community Ties and Adjustment of Status
Evidence of community ties is a critical factor when USCIS decides whether to adjust status. Under the current administration, adjustment of status is an “act of grace” and not the norm. USCIS officials will first determine if an applicant meets the minimum requirements, but they do not stop there. Then the officer must weigh… Read More »
Strategic Immigration Planning for Those Seeking Citizenship
In 2024, more than 800,000 became naturalized citizens in the U.S. The news media shows photographs of smiling adults raising their hands and pledging allegiance to the flag. Although a happy day, the naturalization ceremony comes at the end of a long process. Anyone hoping to obtain citizenship must engage with strategic immigration planning… Read More »
What Immigration Officers Look for During Adjustment Interviews
The adjustment interview is a critical moment in your journey to a green card. Applicants should prepare accordingly and hire a seasoned immigration lawyer who knows what immigration officers are looking for. Call The Law Office of Jason M. Sullivan, PLLC. Our legal philosophy focuses on anticipating legal problems on the horizon and planning… Read More »
Citizenship Application Fees Could Increase Soon
According to CBS News, the government intends to hike fees for legal immigrants applying for U.S. citizenship. The fee hike, which is substantial, could put citizenship out of reach for some people. Furthermore, the government intends to eliminate fee reductions and waivers, even for those who are low income. Contact The Law Office of… Read More »