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05/30/2026

Preparing for an Asylum Merits Interview requires gathering original identification, travel records, and certified English translations for all supporting documents. Applicants must also bring necessary interpreters alongside any spouse or children included as derivatives to ensure a successful interview. https://www.uscis.gov/humanitarian/refugees-and-asylum/asylum/preparing-for-your-affirmative-asylum-interview

05/28/2026

Immigration policy is shifting rapidly this month. While USCIS initially signaled a near total end to routine domestic green card adjustments, the agency has just announced critical exceptions for certain dual intent visa holders. Navigating these vague exemptions requires highly strategic legal planning. Read the latest updates here and contact our firm for a consultation.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/uscis-shifts-green-card-process-abroad-spares-many-h-1b-holders/gm-GM6DB40071

05/23/2026

If you entered on a K‑1 visa and married your U.S. citizen petitioner within 90 days, you may be eligible to adjust status to a Green Card holder by filing Form I‑485. USCIS guidance explains required forms, admissibility rules, and conditional‑residence requirements — consult an immigration attorney to evaluate waivers, documentation, and timing. https://www.uscis.gov/green-card/green-card-eligibility/green-card-for-fiancee-of-us-citizen #

05/21/2026

Expanded expedited removal policies may affect how certain immigration cases are processed in the United States. Learn more about immigrant rights, expedited removal procedures, and the importance of understanding available legal protections.

https://forumtogether.org/article/expanded-expedited-removal-what-it-means-what-do-know/

05/16/2026

Employment-based green cards are capped at 140,000 per year, leading to massive backlogs based on your preference category (EB-1 to EB-5) and country of origin. With wait times this long, your application must be flawless. Read the breakdown here, and call us to secure your future.

Current U.S. immigration law provides several paths for foreign workers to enter the United States for employment purposes on a temporary or permanent basis. This fact sheet provides basic information about how the employment-based U.S. immigration system works.

05/14/2026

A green card and U.S. citizenship both offer the ability to live and work in the United States, but they come with different rights, responsibilities, and long-term benefits. Learn more about the key differences and what each status may mean for your future.

Unsure about choosing between green card and citizenship? This guide will show you everything you need to make an informed decision about your future.

05/11/2026

Bringing family members to the U.S. through a family-sponsored visa involves specific eligibility rules, forms, and documentation. Learn more about the steps involved and what to expect during the process.

Wondering how to sponsor a parent, spouse, or child to live with you? Here’s everything you need to know about family-sponsored visas, minus the legal jargon.

05/07/2026

Pending petitions for immigrant workers have surged, and USCIS scrutiny is increasing. For businesses and professionals, surviving this historic backlog requires strategic planning. An immigration attorney can help you explore all available processing options and build a compliant case to keep your business moving forward.

The U.S. immigration system is broken. Now, a new dashboard allows anyone to better understand our dysfunctional system of legal immigration.

05/02/2026

You can no longer wait until after an immigration judge denies your case to figure out your appeal strategy. With new rules shrinking appeal deadlines to just 10 days, you must plan ahead. Hiring an immigration lawyer before your final court date gives you the best chance to keep your case active.

https://www.ilrc.org/community-resources/critical-new-changes-immigration-appeals-process

04/30/2026

Legal representation can make a major difference in immigration court outcomes. Learn more about how lawyers, detention, and location can impact the chances of success in immigration proceedings.

Using immigration court data this report examines the role of legal representation in shaping outcomes in immigration court proceedings.