In our past article, we discussed the hidden costs involved in the home buying process. We discussed that some of these costs must be paid by the buyer upfront, and are nonrefundable - even if you end up not closing…
DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Program) is a federal policy that allows certain individuals who entered the United States illegally as children to obtain work permits and protection from deportation. In previous articles we discussed the eligibility requirements for…
In two past articles (“The Muslim Travel Ban” and “Implementation of Trump’s Executive Order”), we discussed the following: Key provisions in President Trump’s executive order (“EO-2”), signed on March 6, 2017; The U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling, effective June 29, 2017…
In our past article (“The Muslim Travel Ban”), we discussed the key provisions in President Trump’s executive order (“EO-2”), signed on March 6, 2017. We further advised that on June 26, 2017, the Supreme Court allowed the ban to be…
On March 6, 2017, President Trump signed a revised executive order (“EO-2”), which includes the following key provisions: Suspends the entry of nationals from six Muslim-majority countries – Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, and Yemen to U.S. for 90 days,…
In a previous article, we discussed that all immigrants have a right to counsel in immigration court but the government is not responsible for the costs and responsibilities associated with it. In a subsequent article, we addressed the fact that…
In a previous article, we discussed that immigrants have a right to counsel in immigration court but the government is not responsible for the costs and responsibilities associated with such hiring. Although finding a qualified attorney you can afford may…
Removal refers to a court proceeding in which an immigration judge determines whether an immigrant may remain in the United States or must be deported. Immigrants have a right to counsel in immigration court but they must hire, and pay…
In our past blog post (Does Filing Tax Returns Affect My Immigration Case?), we discussed the reasons why all immigrants, regardless of their immigration status, should file their tax returns. It is important to note that merely filing your tax…
On April 19, 2017, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) announced a new design for the Permanent Resident Card (Green Card), and the Employment Authorization Document (EAD). USCIS will begin issuing the new cards on May 1, 2017. The redesigned…