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Garfinkel Immigration Law Firm

Founded in 1997, Garfinkel Immigration Law Firm is one of the largest immigration firms in the Carolinas. We strive to exceed those expectations.

We are a vibrant and growing practice, representing individuals and companies of all sizes in a variety of industries. Founded in 1997, Garfinkel Immigration Law Firm has grown from a small boutique immigration law firm of one attorney and two paralegals to a law firm of over 20 professionals specializing in U.S. inbound and global immigration and employment compliance matters. We represent emplo

yers and individuals in all regions of the United States and around the world. Garfinkel Immigration Law Firm represents companies in a variety of industries including healthcare, manufacturing, finance, energy, pharma, education and information technology, to name a few. Our clients credit our success to our superior knowledge and outstanding customer service. We welcome you to take a look at some of our client commentary. We recognize the fact that clients expect thorough advice, experienced staff, streamlined processes, efficient technology and timely responses to their questions and queries. Regardless of company size or project complexity, our firm manages a full spectrum of U.S. and global immigration matters. From visas to the U.S. or elsewhere, to worksite compliance, our firm has years of experience developing clear strategies that enable companies and individuals to accomplish their business goals while leaving the legal work to us. Let us be your passport to the world of immigration and employment compliance too. Call us today for assistance!

09/03/2026

A new Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) decision could significantly change the consequences of international travel for certain foreign nationals who have accrued unlawful presence in the United States.

In Matter of Delcarmen-Lara, the BIA held that travel on advance parole could trigger the unlawful presence bar for those with prior unlawful presence in the U.S., a major shift from more than a decade of immigration practice.

Foreign nationals who have received or are considering applying for advance parole should consult experienced counsel before making international travel plans, particularly if there is any possibility they have accrued unlawful presence.

🔗 Learn more in the latest white paper from Senior Counsel Catherine Magennis: https://www.garfinkelimmigration.com/2026/08/27/matter-of-delcarmen-lara-fundamentally-changes-advance-parole-analysis-for-foreign-nationals-with-unlawful-presence

09/01/2026

🏫What will the end of “duration of status” mean for colleges, universities and international students?

Just two days after the new framework takes effect, Partner William Hummel and Associate Attorney William Crotty of our Education Specialty Practice Group will break down the changes and discuss what they mean in practice.

Topics will include extensions of stay, travel, OPT, program changes and other common scenarios under the new rules. The webinar will conclude with a live Q&A, giving attendees the opportunity to ask questions about the change.

📅 Thursday, Sept. 17, at 1 p.m.
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08/28/2026

🎉 Garfinkel Immigration has been named to the Charlotte Business Journal’s 2026 list of Charlotte’s Largest Women-Owned Businesses!

As a Women's Business Enterprise National Council - WBENC-certified, majority women-owned business, we’re proud to be recognized among women-owned companies making an impact across the Charlotte region. Congratulations to all of this year’s honorees.

🔗 View the full CBJ list here: https://www.bizjournals.com/charlotte/subscriber-only/2026/08/07/these-are-charlottes-largest-women-owned-businesses.html

08/27/2026

📋 USCIS has updated its policy governing Requests for Evidence (RFEs) and Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs), with significant implications for applicants and employers.

Under the new guidance, USCIS officers have greater discretion to deny cases without first issuing an RFE or NOID and may provide less than the maximum 12 weeks to respond to an RFE.

Our attorneys are already seeing RFEs with significantly shorter response periods, including many with deadlines of just 30 days. We’re continuing to monitor implementation of the updated policy and its effects on immigration filings and adjudications.

🔗 Read our full Client Alert: https://www.garfinkelimmigration.com/2026/08/26/uscis-makes-significant-change-to-rfe-policy/

08/25/2026

⚠️The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has published a proposed rule that would impose a new $103,265 fee on H-1B cap-subject petitions.

Importantly, the proposed fee is not currently in effect. The proposal is subject to a 30-day public comment period. DHS must review and respond to comments before issuing any final rule, which would then need to be published with an effective date.

The proposal is also likely to face legal challenges if finalized, particularly in light of recent litigation over the administration’s separate $100,000 H-1B fee, which was recently ruled unlawful by a federal district court.

The attorneys at our firm continue to monitor the situation closely and will alert clients as circumstances evolve.

08/24/2026

⚖️ A federal judge has vacated the administration’s policy suspending immigrant visa issuance for nationals of 75 countries and set aside visa refusals based solely on the suspension.

The Trump administration could appeal the decision, and implementation could take time for applicants whose cases were previously affected.

Our attorneys continue to monitor this developing situation closely and will provide updates as additional information becomes available.

🔗 Find out more about the ruling here: https://www.garfinkelimmigration.com/2026/08/24/federal-judge-vacates-immigrant-visa-suspension-for-nationals-of-75-countries-key-details-to-know/

08/21/2026

🏥 The end of “duration of status” will bring a significant shift for healthcare organizations that sponsor and train J-1 physicians.

Beginning Sept. 15, J-1 physicians will be admitted for a specific period of stay, generally up to four years, rather than for the duration of their training. For physicians whose training extends beyond that period, an extension of stay with USCIS may be required.

What should healthcare organizations be doing now to prepare? We spoke with Associate Attorney Brian Daza, a member of our Healthcare Specialty Practice Group, about what the new rule means for J-1 physicians and their sponsoring organizations.

🔗Read the full Q&A here: https://www.garfinkelimmigration.com/2026/08/19/qa-what-healthcare-organizations-need-to-know-about-the-end-of-duration-of-status-for-j-1-physicians/

08/20/2026

🏆 For the first time, all six members of our current partnership have been recognized in the same edition of The Best Lawyers in America®!

Managing Partner Hannah F. Little, Founding Partner Emeritus Steven H. Garfinkel and Partners William R. Hummel, Colleen F. Molner, Meredith W. Barnette and Nam Douglass were all honored for their work in immigration law in the 2027 edition of the publication. Best Lawyers® honorees are selected through a peer-review process designed to capture the opinions of leading attorneys about the professional abilities of their colleagues.

Congratulations to all six honorees! 👏

🔗 Learn more: http://garfinkelimmigration.com/2026/08/20/entire-garfinkel-immigration-partnership-honored-in-2027-edition-of-best-lawyers/

08/18/2026

Our staff and their families were thrilled to support the LGBTQ+ community and celebrate love, identity and equality at the 2026 Charlotte Pride Festival last weekend! At the heart of our work is a belief in dignity, inclusion and the freedom to be who you are, values that shine brightly during Pride and every day of the year. 🌈🏳️‍🌈

08/14/2026

❓ 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐞𝐫 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 ❓

“When should we start discussing permanent residence sponsorship for an employee?”

The right timing depends on several factors, including the employee's current immigration status, the position, available green card options and your long-term workforce needs.

Waiting until an employee is approaching the end of their temporary work authorization can limit available options. Starting the conversation earlier gives you and your employee more time to evaluate potential pathways and develop a strategy that supports long-term retention.

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6100 Fairview Road, Ste 200
Charlotte, NC
28210

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Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

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http://www.garfinkelimmigration.com/

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