Category Archives: Immigration
New Executive Order Could Impact H-1B Visa Program
Forbes and other media outlets have reported that President Trump has issued another proclamation which could affect the H-1B visa program. Already, the federal government has tried to make this visa less attractive to employers by charging a large fee and increasing scrutiny of applications. The most recent proclamation signals that these restrictions will… Read More »
How to Spot Immigration Scams (And How to Protect Yourself)
Immigration scams are on the rise. Each year, thousands of victims are hoodwinked by sophisticated scammers and lose thousands of dollars. They also fail to get their legal issue solved, so these victims are at increased risk of deportation. Contact The Law Office of Jason M. Sullivan, PLLC, for help with your immigration issue…. Read More »
Can You Obtain a Green Card if You Receive Government Benefits?
The U.S. makes various benefits programs available to non-citizens, including food stamps and free school lunches. If you are hoping to receive a green card, then your history of receiving government benefits will certainly matter. Immigration officials perform something called a “public charge review.” Essentially, they look at your finances and history of receiving… Read More »
Why Your Immigration Attorney Should Focus Only on Immigration Law
There are more than 1 million licensed attorneys in the U.S., but most of them practice primarily in criminal law, family law, and estate planning. Whenever someone is in the market for help with an immigration matter, they should focus on hiring a lawyer who dedicates the bulk of their practice to immigration issues…. Read More »
Avoiding Misrepresentations in the Immigration Process
One major reason to work with an immigration lawyer when applying for an immigration benefit is to avoid misrepresentations. Any inaccuracy in your petition and supporting documents can lead to delays. However serious errors, called willful misrepresentations, can render you inadmissible. As a result, USCIS can deny important immigration benefits you would otherwise qualify… Read More »
Is Immigration Law State or Federal?
The United States has several landmark immigration laws, including the 1965 Immigration and Nationality Act (called the INA) and the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act (IIRIRA) of 1996. People hoping to come to the U.S. legally often wonder if immigration law is federal or state. The simplest answer is that immigration law… Read More »
Slower Processing Times for Spousal Green Card Applications
No part of the immigration system has been immune from change over the past 18 months. The good news is that spouses of U.S. citizens may continue to apply for a green card. However, as a recent story from USA Today points out, applicants are facing many hurdles, including prolonged processing times. These delays… Read More »
Don’t Fall Prey to Scammers Pretending to Be Immigration Lawyers
Non-citizens seeking legal assistance often turn to social media. Unfortunately, many scammers are using AI to help them impersonate attorneys on Facebook or Instagram. These scammers take innocent people’s money and leave them in a lurch. To receive the legal assistance you need, contact The Law Office of Jason M. Sullivan, PLLC, today. Our… Read More »
Naturalization Complications: How to Plan Ahead
Becoming a naturalized citizen in the current political climate is not easy. The Trump Administration has taken various steps to make it harder to receive citizenship, including changing the civics test. Anyone who dreams of becoming a naturalized citizen should engage in strategic planning with an immigration issues attorney. At The Law Offices of… Read More »
Updated Policy Guidance Could Impact Your Immigration Case
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued updated policy guidance which could impact your immigration case. In any immigration request, the applicant bears the burden of proving they qualify for the requested benefit. That means someone requesting a visa or green card must prove they meet statutory requirements. Some benefits involve the exercise… Read More »