The new administration has issued numerous executive orders related to immigrant policies. There is much speculation related to immigration raids, but while we cannot know exactly what will unfold this week, the important thing to know is that you have...
Social Security Numbers (SSN) are identification numbers given to U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and nonimmigrants on temporary visas who are authorized to work in the U.S. Nonimmigrants who do not have permission to work in the U.S. are not...
The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) allows any individual to submit a request to any federal government agency to obtain documents pertaining to themselves or others. In representing an individual, an attorney may often recommend that you submit a “FOIA...
U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Niz-Chavez v. Garland may allow thousands of noncitizens to establish eligibility for the discretionary relief of cancellation of removal. On April 29, 2021 the U.S. Supreme Court decided Niz-Chavez v. Garland, holding that, to constitute...
Recent events have many of us wondering how to get involved in protesting racism in this country. For our immigrant clients who are not U.S. citizens, we wanted to share some guidance about participating in organized demonstrations. Whether or not...
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has brought to light the dire living conditions in many U.S. immigrant detention facilities. Many immigrants are rightfully fearful that remaining in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody could be harmful to their health during the...
In response to the Covid-19 Pandemic, USCIS announced a new measure today regarding Requests for Evidence (RFE) and Notices of Intent to Deny (NOID). For applicants and petitioners who receive an RFE or NOID dated between March 1 and May...
As you know COVID-19, otherwise known as Coronavirus, is spreading across the United States. Our primary concern is your health and well-being. While the U.S. government and its agencies have not yet announced any changes to immigration-related policies, deadlines or appointments...