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Continuing the Immigration Journey: Part 3 – Relief for Surviving Relatives Under Section 204(l) of the Immigration and Nationality Act
Navigating the immigration landscape after the loss of a loved one can be an incredibly challenging and emotional journey. In our previous articles, we discussed two avenues that may allow eligible relatives to preserve their immigration benefits and continue their immigration journey in the face of this loss. In this third installment, we will explore […]
Immigration Advisements for Noncitizen Criminal Defendants
Navigating the criminal justice system is challenging for anyone, but for noncitizen defendants, the stakes can be even higher. A criminal conviction can lead to severe immigration consequences, including deportation, inadmissibility, and denial of naturalization. Recognizing these high stakes, courts have established that defense attorneys have a duty to advise noncitizen defendants of the immigration […]
How Long Does it Take for USCIS to Process an Application or Petition, and How Can You Check Your Case Status?
Navigating the U.S. immigration system can be a long and sometimes uncertain process. Whether you’re applying for a green card, citizenship, or any other benefit through U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), understanding the processing times and how to track your application is essential. This blog post will explain how long it typically takes for […]
Lawsuit Challenging Parole in Place Filed
As was widely anticipated, on Friday, August 23, 2024, 16 states filed a lawsuit in the Eastern District of Texas challenging the legality of the Biden-Harris Parole in Place policy. This is Texas v. United States Department of Homeland Security, case number 6:24-cv-00306. While the case has only just been filed, and is likely to […]
Understanding Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS)
If you’re an immigrant child living in the U.S. without legal status, you might be eligible for a special form of immigration relief known as Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS). SIJS is designed to help children who have been abused, neglected, or abandoned by one or both parents obtain legal status in the United States. […]
Can I pursue PIP if I am subject to the permanent bar?
On August 19, 2024, USCIS finally released all of the details regarding the Parole in Place (“PIP”) program for the spouses of U.S. citizens. One of the lingering questions was whether individuals subject to the permanent bar under INA 212(a)(9)(C) would be eligible for the PIP program. In the details released, USCIS clarified some parts […]
Navigating NTAs and In Absentia Removal Orders: Insights from the Supreme Court’s Decision in Campos-Chaves v. Garland
On June 14, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a pivotal decision in Campos-Chaves v. Garland, 602 U.S. ___ (2024). The Court held that a noncitizen who receives proper notice for their removal hearing, despite initially being served with a defective Notice to Appear (NTA) that did not specify the date and time of their […]
Minimum Investment Amounts Raised for International Entrepreneur Rule
USCIS has updated the minimum investment amount required for immigrant investors to enter the United States under the “International Entrepreneur Rule.” This threshold has been increased, in most relevant part to $311,071 from $264,147. While this increase is notable, what perhaps is more notable is that this program is all but nonexistent. As USCIS statistics […]
Will Biden Stepping Down from the Election Affect the New Parole-In-Place Program?
Last month, the Biden administration announced that they would begin a new program for the spouses of U.S. citizens to apply for parole-in-place (“PIP”). If granted, these individuals could then apply for green cards from within the U.S. Last week, USCIS announced they’d begin accepting applications on August 19th, 2024 and provided a list of […]
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti and Yemen (June/July 2024)
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently announced the extension and redesignation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti and Yemen for an additional 18 months. Under this announcement, Haitian and Yemeni nationals who currently have TPS will be able to extend their status for an additional 18 months. In addition, many Haitian and Yemeni […]
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