Brad Bernstein, Esq.

Brad Bernstein, Esq. Managing Partner of The Law Offices of Spar & Bernstein, P.C.

06/11/2026

Thinking about an EB-1 or a National Interest Waiver in 2026? You need to understand how immigration is actually reviewing these cases now. USCIS has raised the standard. Degrees, job titles, and resumes are no longer enough. What matters today is independent proof, real-world impact, and influence beyond your employer. For EB-1, immigration wants evidence that you are already at the very top of your field. For National Interest Waivers, it’s not enough to say your work is important. You must prove national importance, your ability to advance it, and why the U.S. should waive the normal labor process. Social media makes these visas sound easy. They’re not. When these cases are done wrong, they get denied and can hurt future filings. Before you spend time and money, make sure your case is built on evidence, not hope. 📍 Brad Bernstein, Esq. Immigration Attorney with 30+ years of experience Law Offices of Spar & Bernstein 📍 45 Broadway, New York, NY 📞 212-227-8933 🌐 lawsb.com

06/10/2026

If you are applying for a marriage-based green card, this is non-negotiable. Immigration does not care why you live apart. They do not care if it’s for work, school, money, or convenience. They only care whether you actually live together as husband and wife. Living separately is one of the fastest ways to trigger: • Increased scrutiny • Marriage fraud investigations • Interview problems • Denials I see strong cases fall apart because couples file first and try to explain later. That’s backwards. If you’re married and not living together full-time, you need legal guidance before you file anything. 📍 Brad Bernstein, Esq. Immigration Attorney with 30+ years experience Law Offices of Spar & Bernstein 📍 45 Broadway, New York, NY 📞 212-227-8933 🌐 sparbernstein.com

06/09/2026

A marriage certificate is not enough. Immigration does not approve your case just because you are in love. They do not approve your case just because you are in a relationship. They do not approve your case just because you had a wedding or have a marriage certificate. USCIS approves a bona fide marriage. That means a real married life together. Living in the same home. Going to sleep in the same home. Waking up in the same home. Day after day, week after week, month after month. It means building a life together, traveling together, sharing finances, being responsible for joint debts, owning assets together, and showing that your marriage is real in the way you actually live. Love matters to you. Evidence matters to immigration. If you are filing for a marriage green card, do not assume the marriage certificate proves the case. You need to prove the marriage is real. Brad Bernstein Law Offices of Spar & Bernstein, P.C. 45 Broadway, New York, NY Call: 1-800-LAW-LINK Office: 212-227-8933 Website: www.lawsb.com Follow: realbradbernstein

06/09/2026

Immigration cases are not decided by vibes or fairness. They’re decided by very specific rules. In this video, I ran through real-world scenarios and asked one question: Approved or denied? • Adjustment of status after an overstay • Employment-based adjustment • Adjustment while on asylum • Family preference categories with an overstay • Adjustment as a registered nurse with 245(i) protection Small details change everything. One extra fact can flip a case from approval to denial instantly. If you’re assuming rules carry over from one category to another, that’s where people get burned. 📞 Law Offices of Spar & Bernstein ☎️ 212-227-8933 🌐 www.lawsb.com

06/09/2026

Asylum in 2026 is not what it used to be. Interviews are happening faster, often before a work permit is issued. Judges are pretermitting more cases. And the government is actively trying to reduce a backlog of nearly four million asylum cases. If you’re filing asylum now, or already in immigration court, strategy matters from day one. Weak filings can end a case before it ever reaches a hearing. Get informed before you file. The rules have changed. 📞 Law Offices of Spar & Bernstein, P.C. 📍 New York City | Nationwide Immigration Practice ☎️ 212-227-8933 🌐 www.lawsb.com

06/09/2026

Fact or Fear? If you overstayed your visa and married a U.S. citizen, can immigration still deny your green card? The answer is yes, they can. But that does not mean every case is denied. Marriage to a U.S. citizen is still one of the strongest ways to adjust status if you entered legally, but USCIS can consider discretion, immigration history, unauthorized work, prior violations, and whether the case looks clean and credible. Do not panic, but do not file blindly either. For immigration help, call the Law Offices of Spar & Bernstein at 212-227-8933. www.lawsb.com Hashtags:

06/09/2026

Fact or Fear? Can USCIS look at your social media? Yes. Immigration can review public online activity, especially if it raises questions about fraud, security, credibility, employment, travel, or inconsistencies in your application. This does not mean every old post ruins your case. But if your social media tells a different story than your immigration forms, you need to take that seriously before filing. For immigration help, call the Law Offices of Spar & Bernstein at 212-227-8933. www.lawsb.com Hashtags:

06/08/2026

Fact or Fear? Can ICE arrest someone at immigration court? Yes, it can happen. But skipping court can be even more dangerous. If you miss an immigration court hearing, the judge can order you deported in your absence. That can make your case much harder to fix. If you have court coming up and you are scared, speak to an immigration lawyer before the hearing. Do not guess. Do not hide. Have a plan. For immigration help, call the Law Offices of Spar & Bernstein at 212-227-8933. www.lawsb.com

06/08/2026

FACT OR FEAR: Social media vetting. Yes, U.S. immigration authorities review social media during consular processing. That is a fact. This is not limited to H-1B or H-4 visas. It can apply to tourist visas, student visas, work visas, and immigrant visas processed at U.S. consulates abroad. Officers are looking for more than inconsistencies. They are looking for misrepresentation. Posts that contradict your stated intent, timelines, employment history, or visa category can create serious problems. If you say you’re coming temporarily but your online footprint suggests permanent intent, that matters. If your public posts contradict what you tell the government, that matters. Your application tells a story. Your social media should not contradict it. Before traveling or applying for a visa, understand the risks and get proper legal advice. 📍 Brad Bernstein, Immigration Lawyer 📍 Law Offices of Spar & Bernstein 📍 45 Broadway, New York, NY ☎️ 212-227-8933 🌐 www.lawsb.com ⸻ HASHTAGS

06/08/2026

Immigration just got hit with another court loss. A federal judge said USCIS cannot put people’s green cards, work permits, citizenship cases, and asylum-related applications on ice just because they come from one of 39 countries. That is not security. That is nationality-based limbo. And the court said USCIS did not have the legal authority to do it.

Address

45 Broadway, 15th Floor
New City, NY
10006

Telephone

+18005295465

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Brad Bernstein, Esq. posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Practice

Send a message to Brad Bernstein, Esq.:

Shortcuts

Featured

Share

Category