New Healthcare Eligibility for DACA Recipients
January 15, 2025
The DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) program safeguards children of undocumented immigrants from deportation and allows them to stay in the United States to pursue education and seek employment. …
Read This ArticleThe National Interest Waiver: Petitioning for an EB-2 I-140
January 5, 2025
A foreign national with an advanced degree or exceptional ability can seek permanent residency in the United States through the Employment-Based Second Preference Visa (EB-2). EB-2 eligibility means the applicant …
Read This ArticleWhat Is a Joint Sponsor for Immigrant Applications?
September 27, 2024
A joint sponsor, or financial co-sponsor, is a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident who can help an applicant for a family-based green card meet the income requirements by committing …
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Successful Chicago H-1B Visa Sponsorship
September 18, 2024
Chicago is a fast-paced and competitive city, and employer-sponsored H-1B visas are one avenue through which businesses and organizations give themselves an edge. The opportunity to hire talented people from …
Read This ArticleExpediting Your Immigrant Visa Interview
May 8, 2024
Emergency circumstances, humanitarian crises, and federal agency recommendations are all legitimate reasons to request an expedited immigrant visa interview to enter the United States. However, requesting an expedited immigrant visa …
Read This ArticleChanges to the H-1B Process
May 2, 2024
The H-1B program is experiencing many updates, including integrity enhancements through a recent final rule, fee increases, and changes in processing requirements. Employers should stay informed to ensure the best …
Read This ArticleUnderstanding the United States Citizenship Application Backlog
April 17, 2024
Fiscal year 2023 was a watershed moment for the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The USCIS received 10.9 million filings and completed more than 10 million pending cases, …
Read This ArticleNavigating the Complexities of Hiring Foreign Talent
April 16, 2024
To maintain a competitive edge in today’s global economy, hiring talented job candidates from other parts of the world is essential. Of course, the process of hiring citizens of another …
Read This ArticleWhat Is Optional Practical Training?
March 12, 2024
Congratulations on arriving in the United States! As you settle in and set your sights on your future career, Optional Practical Training (OPT) might be a powerful tool to consider. …
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How Do I Maintain Permanent Resident Status in the United States?
February 25, 2024
Holding a green card, officially titled a Permanent Resident Card, opens doors to countless opportunities in the United States. From living and working here permanently to traveling freely within the …
Read This ArticleEmployment Eligibility Without an EAD and an L-2 Visa
January 16, 2024
Of the many concerns associated with immigrating to a new country, the most pressing questions may concern work. How will you support yourself and your family once you arrive in …
Read This Article5 Factors to Consider When Choosing an Immigration Attorney
October 12, 2023
Immigrating to the United States can be an inspiring but unpredictable experience. No matter your approach, the U.S. immigration journey is complicated and fraught with forms, deadlines, and interviews. There’s …
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