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As an immigration lawyer, I frequently encounter misconceptions that can lead to confusion and anxiety for those navigating the immigration process. Many people turn to friends and social media for immigration news and rules - and not to immigration lawyers....

Pride Month in the U.S. celebrates the LGBTQ+ community's history, achievements, and ongoing fight for equality, highlighting the importance of inclusive policies. U.S. immigration laws have increasingly recognized the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals, including the ability for same-sex couples to...

As an immigration lawyer, I'm thrilled to celebrate the 10th Annual National Immigrant Heritage Month in June 2024! This month is a time to honor and recognize the countless contributions immigrants have made to our communities, culture, and economy throughout...

El Departamento de Seguridad Nacional (DHS) y el Servicio de Ciudadanía e Inmigración de los Estados Unidos (USCIS) anunciaron mediante un comunicado de prensa el 13 de diciembre que se está ampliando la orientación existente sobre los “actos ilegales” que...

Illinois y otros estados han despenalizado el uso de marihuana, pero el cannabis y sus productos derivados siguen siendo una sustancia controlada según la ley federal de los Estados Unidos. Es ilegal usar, vender, poseer, producir, cultivar o distribuir la...

With very few exceptions, all immigrant males living in the United States who are between ages 18 and 25 are required by law to register with the Selective Service System (SSS) within 30 days of arriving in the United States,...

Last week, our nation mourned the loss of six workers, all immigrants, in the horrific collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. This tragedy serves as a stark reminder of the immense contributions immigrants make to our country,...

There's good news for Ukrainians who were paroled into the US after February 11th, 2022. With Russia's continuing war on Ukraine, the United States is considering measures to protect Ukrainian immigrants already in the U.S. from removal/deportation. As of February...

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) updated its policies on January 24, 2024, to say that USCIS has the authority, at its discretion and under specific conditions, to pardon the late submission of a nonimmigrant's extension of stay or change...

Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) officers play a crucial role in protecting our nation's borders and ensuring the safety of its citizens. At U.S. Customs, officers typically ask about the purpose of your visit, your stay duration, who you'll be...