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The Positive Immigration Impact Of The Supreme Court Decision On Gay Marriage

, Posted in Immigration Law

On Friday, June 26, 2015, in a landmark opinion, the Supreme Court officially ruled that same-sex couples can marry nationwide.  When interviewed about the Supreme Court ruling in local press circuits, top immigration attorney Edward Shulman stated: "This is a monumental and historic decision. Not only is this a celebratory event for American gay couples but it also represents a significant civil rights victory for the immigration world since marriage affords U.S. citizens and permanent residents…

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Immigration Relief For Nepali Nationals

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In the wake of the devastating earthquake that hit Nepal on April 25, 2015, the Nepali community is receiving special consideration in the form of immigration relief from the United States.  In particular, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced several major immigration relief measures that may be available upon request to Nepali nationals impacted by the recent disaster. To begin with, a Nepali national currently in the United States may obtain relief…

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Navajo Nation Receives Eb-5 Immigrant Investor Funds

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The Navajo Nation, the largest Native American tribal community in the United States which covers more than 27,000 miles over three states (Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah), is poised to become the first American-Indian tribe to exercise the EB-5 initiative in order to improve their economic plight and to revitalize their reservation.  While the EB-5 program has been operating since 1990, it was not until President Obama's first term in office that Native American territories were…

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What Is An Eb-5 Investor Visa?

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The EB-5 visa, also known as the Fifth Preference Immigrant Investor Program, was created by Congress in 1990, and provides a method for foreign nationals to obtain lawful permanent residence (e.g. a green card) if they are willing to invest money in the United States. Essentially, to obtain an EB-5 visa, an individual must invest one million dollars, or in some cases $500,000,  in a certified U.S. job-creating commercial enterprise, creating or preserving at least 10…

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Obtaining A Green Card Through Marriage

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United States citizens and permanent residents can sponsor spouses through a petition for a Green Card by marriage. In order to do so, both the petitioner and the beneficiary have to establish their eligibility, prove that their marriage is bona fide (legitimate), and compellingly demonstrate that it was not entered into for the sole purpose of obtaining immigration benefits. It is important to note that the application process varies depending on whether the petitioner is a…

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Paterson Mayor Joins Other Cities In Backing Obama

, Posted in Immigration Law

Mayor Jose "Joey" Torres of Paterson, New Jersey announced that he would be part of the Cities United for Immigration Action (CUIA) effort to back President Obama in appealing the Texas judge’s ruling in February that halted implementation of a plan that would protect millions of unauthorized immigrants from being deported.  In this effort, Paterson joined dozens of other municipalities across the country in supporting the administration's stalled effort to set forth immigration executive actions.  In…

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¿porque Contratar A Un Abogado De Inmigración?

, Posted in Immigration Law

El sistema de inmigración de los Estados Unidos es extremadamente complejo, en constante cambio, y administrado por múltiples agencias gubernamentales. Mientras que estas agencias intentan proporcionar información útil para el público, podrÍ­a ser un grave error confiar en las agencias gubernamentales para asesoramiento jurÍ­dico relativo a la legalización de su estatus inmigratorio en los Estados Unidos. Ellos no tienen ninguna responsabilidad por la información que proporcionan a los consumidores y los empleados con frecuencia no están…

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H-4 Regulation Allows Employment

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The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently issued rules allowing employment authorization for certain H-4 dependent spouses of H-1B non-immigrants who are seeking employment-based lawful permanent resident (LPR) status.  This long-awaited ruling is to go into effect on May 26, 2015.  The amended regulation is critically important because previously H-4 dependent spouses were disallowed the opportunity to work in the United States.  Eligible individuals include certain H-4 dependent spouses who are the principal beneficiaries…

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How To Choose The Best Immigration Lawyer

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Choosing the right immigration lawyer is critical to the outcome of your case.  It is important to make sure that the immigration attorney you select has the right background, training, credentials, associations, and track record.  To help ensure that you select the best immigration attorney, there are certain criteria that you should utilize during your selection process.  In particular, there are six measures which should be positively satisfied before making your decision. The first criterion is…

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When To Hire An Immigration Attorney?

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You will definitely want to consult with an attorney who practices immigration law in the following circumstances: 1) if you have had an immigration application refused or denied; 2) if you are uncertain about your eligibility for a green card or other immigration benefit; 3) if you are requesting any sort of discretionary relief, such as political asylum or a waiver, which involves persuading the immigration authorities to make an exception or offer you benefits that…

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