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10/02/2026

04. TPS for Haiti Has Ended: What New York Families Should Review Now

For many Haitian families in New York, Temporary Protected Status, or TPS, provided protection, work authorization, and a sense of stability for many years.

When TPS for Haiti ended on July 27, 2026, the impact was immediate and deeply personal.

It has affected work, housing, driver licenses, family finances, travel decisions, pending immigration cases, and the ability to plan for the future.

The most important thing to know is this:
The termination of TPS for Haiti is serious. However, people should not assume they have no options until their full immigration history has been reviewed by a skilled immigration attorney.

TPS for Haiti ended after a period of court challenges, government updates, and shifting deadlines. DHS (Department of Homeland Security) terminated the program effective July 27, 2026.

That means many former TPS holders are now facing uncertainty about work authorization, protection from removal, and next steps.

When TPS ends, it can affect more than immigration paperwork. It may affect employment verification, driver license renewal, pending applications, travel, family stability, financial planning, and future immigration strategy.
That is why this may be an important moment to ask:

Was TPS my only option, or is there another immigration path available?

Former TPS holders may need to review family-based immigration, marriage-based green card eligibility, adjustment of status, consular processing, prior petitions, pending applications, asylum eligibility, waivers, humanitarian options, immigration court history, prior entries and exits, and criminal history, if any.
The goal is not to create fear. The goal is to understand the full picture.

Some people may have options they do not know about. Others may have risks that should be understood before filing anything new.

At BLMT Immigration Law (Previously Bean, Lloyd, Mukherji, & Taylor, LLP), we help individuals and families understand their options, assess risk, and prepare carefully before making important immigration decisions.

Read more on Insights:
https://www.blmt-immigration.law/insights/tps-for-haiti-has-ended

BLMT Immigration Law 30min Call:
https://cal.com/blmt-carlos/case-evaluation

Resumen en español
Para muchas familias haitianas en Nueva York, el TPS brindó protección, autorización de trabajo y estabilidad durante años.
Ahora que el TPS de Haití terminó, muchas personas pueden tener preguntas sobre su autorización de trabajo, protección migratoria, casos pendientes y posibles opciones futuras.
Es importante no asumir que no hay opciones sin revisar primero su historial completo. Algunas personas pueden tener una petición familiar, una solicitud pendiente, una posibilidad de ajuste de estatus u otra vía migratoria que debe ser evaluada cuidadosamente.

Se habla español.

This post is for general informational purposes only and does not provide legal advice. Immigration options depend on each person’s specific facts and history.

09/25/2026

03. El Salvador TPS: What the September 9 Announcement Means for Bay Area Families

For many Salvadoran families in the Bay Area and beyond, Temporary Protected Status, or TPS, is not just an immigration status.

It can affect work authorization, driver licenses, housing, family unity, travel decisions, and the ability to plan for the future.

That is why the September 9 deadline created so much concern. Many Salvadoran TPS holders were waiting to hear whether protection would end or continue. Instead, the announcement that followed left many people with more questions than answers.

The most important thing to know is this:

If you have TPS from El Salvador, this is not the time to rely on rumors. It is the time to understand what is known, what is still unclear, and whether you may have other immigration options to review.

TPS for El Salvador had been set to expire on September 9, 2026. Because DHS (Department of Homeland Security) did not make a decision on the termination or extension of TPS by that date, it is automatically extended by law for six months. That would carry protection through March 9, 2027.

For now, protection and work authorization remain in place. But that should not be confused with permanent status or a guaranteed long-term solution.

TPS is still temporary. It does not automatically lead to a green card. It also does not cure most immigration challenges, nor does it always protect someone from removal or detention.

That is why this may be an important moment to ask:

Is TPS my only protection, or do I have another immigration path available?

If you have TPS from El Salvador, now is a good time to gather and review your immigration documents, including TPS approvals, work permits, notices from USCIS, passports, travel records, prior immigration applications, family petitions, court records, and any documents connected to your immigration history.

The goal is not to create fear. The goal is to understand the full picture.

For some people, TPS may still be the only protection available. For others, there may be another path worth exploring, such as a family-based petition, adjustment of status, consular processing, waiver, U or T Visa, or another form of relief.

At BLMT Immigration Law (Previously Bean, Lloyd, Mukherji, & Taylor, LLP), we help individuals and families understand their options, assess risk, and prepare carefully before making important immigration decisions.

Read more on Insights:
https://www.blmt-immigration.law/insights/el-salvador-tps

BLMT Immigration Law 30min Call:
https://cal.com/blmt-carlos/case-evaluation

Resumen en español

Para muchas familias salvadoreñas en el Área de la Bahía, el TPS no es solamente un estatus migratorio. También puede afectar el trabajo, la licencia de conducir, la estabilidad familiar, los planes de viaje y el futuro.

Después del anuncio del 9 de septiembre, muchas personas quedaron confundidas sobre qué significa esto para su protección y autorización de trabajo. Por eso es importante no depender de rumores o información incompleta.

Si usted tiene TPS de El Salvador, este puede ser un buen momento para revisar sus documentos, entender su historial migratorio y hablar con un abogado sobre si existe otra opción migratoria disponible.

Se habla español.

This post is for general informational purposes only and does not provide legal advice. Immigration options depend on each person’s specific facts and history.

08/27/2026

02. Thinking About Applying for a Green Card? What to Review Before You File in 2026

Applying for a green card is an important step, but before filing, it’s worth looking beyond the forms.

Your immigration history, previous applications, criminal history, and other circumstances can all affect how USCIS evaluates an application.

Review your immigration history

Before applying for adjustment of status, it is important to understand your complete immigration history, including:

* How you entered the United States
* Whether you overstayed a visa
* Whether you worked without authorization
* Previous immigration applications or denials
* Prior immigration court or removal proceedings

An approved family petition does not automatically resolve every immigration issue.

Review previous applications carefully

If a previous immigration application contained an error, omission, or inaccurate statement, the goal should not be to simply repeat that information.

The priority should always be providing truthful and accurate information now and explaining any important differences when necessary.

Criminal history can also matter

Even an old, dismissed, or seemingly minor criminal matter may have immigration consequences.

Before filing, it can be important to understand exactly what happened, what the final outcome was, and whether additional documentation or review is needed.

Public charge changes are also coming

Changes related to public charge are scheduled to take effect "September 18, 2026".

These rules do not apply to everyone, but for some applicants they may affect how an adjustment-of-status application is evaluated.

This makes it especially important to understand your individual circumstances — and whether timing should be part of the conversation before filing.

Before you file
The question should not only be:

“Can I apply for a green card?”

It should also be:

“Is there anything in my history that I should understand or address before I file?”

Not every issue means someone is ineligible. But identifying potential concerns early can help applicants make more informed decisions.

At BLMT Immigration Law (Previously Bean, Lloyd, Mukherji, & Taylor, LLP), we help individuals and families understand their immigration options and prepare carefully before moving forward.

Read the full article:
https://www.blmt-immigration.law/insights/thinking-about-applying-for-a-green-card-what-to-review-before-you-file-in-2026

Book a Confidential Case Evaluation Call:
https://cal.com/blmt-carlos/case-evaluation

Se habla español.

This information is for general informational purposes only and does not provide legal advice.

08/20/2026

01. Marriage-Based Green Cards: What Evidence Matters Most?

Applying for a marriage-based green card can feel deeply personal.

You may know your relationship is real. But in an immigration process, the question becomes:

Can your relationship be clearly shown through the documents, history, and details you provide?

A strong marriage-based green card application is not just about being married or submitting forms. It is about helping USCIS (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services) understand the full picture of your life together.

Why evidence matters

The government looks for evidence that the marriage is legally valid and entered into in good faith.

That does not mean every couple needs the same documents.

Some couples have joint leases, bank accounts, insurance policies, and years of shared records. Others live with family, keep separate finances, recently married, or spent part of their relationship long-distance.

The goal is not to create a “perfect” file. The goal is to create an honest, organized, and well-supported one.

Helpful evidence may include:

* Marriage certificate
* Proof prior marriages legally ended, if applicable
* Shared housing or address records
* Joint financial records
* Insurance or beneficiary documents
* Children’s birth certificates
* Photos from different stages of the relationship
* Travel records
* Communication history
* Affidavits from people who know the relationship
* Documents showing shared responsibilities or household life

Every relationship is different

Not every couple has a joint lease, joint bank account, or shared insurance.

That does not automatically make the application weak.

It means the application should be prepared around the couple’s real life — not someone else’s checklist.

Before filing, couples should review whether the marriage is legally valid, whether prior marriages legally ended, whether addresses and dates are accurate, and whether there are any immigration, travel, criminal, or tax issues that should be reviewed first.

Preparation matters.

The bottom line

A marriage-based green card application is never just paperwork.

It is a request that asks the government to understand and trust the reality of your marriage. That requires preparation, honesty, organization, and a clear presentation of your relationship.

At BLMT Immigration Law (Previously Bean, Lloyd, Mukherji, & Taylor, LLP), we help individuals and families review their options, prepare carefully, and understand the best path forward.

Book a Confidential Case Evaluation Call

If you are preparing for a marriage-based green card application, or if you are unsure whether your evidence is strong enough, a confidential "Case Evaluation Call" can help you understand your options and how our team may be able to help.

Book a Confidential Case Evaluation Call:
https://cal.com/blmt-immigration-law/30min

Read the full guide

For the full version of this guide on our Insights page, click here:
https://www.blmt-immigration.law/insights/marriage-based-green-cards-what-evidence-matters-most

Resumen en español

Solicitar una residencia por matrimonio no se trata solamente de estar casados. También se trata de presentar evidencia clara, organizada y honesta que ayude a demostrar que el matrimonio es real.

Cada pareja es diferente. Algunas tienen cuentas bancarias, contratos de renta o seguros juntos. Otras no. Lo importante es revisar qué evidencia existe, qué detalles deben explicarse y si hay algún riesgo antes de presentar la solicitud.

Se habla español.

This guide is for general informational purposes only and does not provide legal advice.

08/04/2026

Important information for Salvadoran TPS holders, as DHS missed its own deadline, recipients should continue to receive protection through March 9, 2027.

08/04/2026

Updated travel advisory, in light of recent immigration enforcement activity at U.S. airports during domestic travel. Please consider all travel carefully, even within the United States, and be sure you understand the risks.

07/28/2026

Same mission. Stronger team. A new chapter. ✨

We are proud to share that Bean, Lloyd, Mukherji, & Taylor, LLP is now **BLMT Immigration Law (Previously Bean, Lloyd, Mukherji, & Taylor, LLP).**

Our name and brand have evolved, but our commitment remains the same: helping individuals, families, and communities move through immigration matters with clarity, care, and strong legal guidance.

We are also pleased to share that we have joined forces with the **Law Office of Amie D. Miller**, a respected immigration attorney and Certified Specialist in Immigration & Nationality Law. Her experience, care, and dedication strengthen the support we can offer to the communities we serve.

Here is what you can expect from us:

✅ Thoughtful, client-centered immigration representation
✅ Clear communication and careful preparation
✅ Stronger support across complex immigration matters
✅ A team committed to serving immigrants and their families with dignity and respect

Immigration is never just paperwork. It can affect your family, your work, your safety, your future, and your sense of stability.

That is why we approach every matter with seriousness, empathy, and care.

Thank you for trusting us, referring your loved ones to us, and allowing us to be part of your immigration journey.

To speak with our team, book a confidential **Case Evaluation Call** — a private conversation to help you understand your options and how we may be able to help.

Book here:
https://cal.com/blmt-immigration-law/case-evaluation

**Se habla español.**

Para nuestra comunidad hispanohablante: seguimos aquí para brindar orientación clara, cuidadosa y confidencial en asuntos de inmigración.

**BLMT Immigration Law**
Previously Bean, Lloyd, Mukherji, & Taylor, LLP

07/28/2026

Recently, a Federal District Court in Massachusetts told U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services that they temporarily cannot impose certain policies connected to the H.R. 1 “One Big Beautiful Bill”. The main policies were 1) a policy that would cause certain TPS work permit holders to have their work permits expire on July 22, 2026, and 2) a policy that would let USCIS impose a range of harmful penalties for failure to pay the new “annual asylum fee”. These policies are only temporarily stopped while the court reviews their lawfulness and we expect a decision from the court by August 5, 2026.

02/20/2026

Today, Associate Julia Pilkington-Alexander represented the American Immigration Lawyer Association (AILA), Northern California Chapter, along with AILA NorCal Board Member, Attorney Karl Krooth, at the California LAW Pathways- 2026 Pathways to Law Summit held at UC Law SF, speaking to community college students and faculty about law student membership and opportunities for law students to get involved in immigration law while in school.

Hoy, la asociada Julia Pilkington-Alexander representó a la American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), Capítulo del Norte de California, junto con el miembro de la Junta de AILA NorCal, el abogado Karl Krooth, en el California LAW Pathways – 2026 Pathways to Law Summit celebrado en UC Law SF, donde hablaron con estudiantes y profesores de colegios comunitarios sobre la membresía estudiantil en derecho y las oportunidades para que los estudiantes de derecho se involucren en el derecho migratorio mientras están en la escuela.

02/10/2026

Let's join Attorney Julia Pilkington-Alexander on her visit to our Office.

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