Submitting an application is very common nowadays. Whether, you’re applying for a job, insurance, or a loan, you know how to complete an application and submit it. You might think that immigration applications are just as easy. But, immigration is the one place where you can’t afford to make a mistake. The immigration system is […]
Some think that marriage is the easiest way to establish their immigration status. It’s true that a marriage-based visa can be a good option whether you or your spouse are married to a US citizen. But, not everyone meets the marriage visa requirements. In this article we’ll look at three marriage visas requirements you must […]
On Tuesday, January 9, 2018 a federal judge in California issued an injunction against President Trump’s decision to end the DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) program. This injunction will temporarily block Trump’s plan, which would have started rescinding work permits and put “dreamers” at risk of deportation as of March 5, 2018. Some DACA […]
On January 8, 2018, the Office of the Press Secretary released the following statement: “Today, the Secretary of Homeland Security announced her determination that termination of the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation for El Salvador was required pursuant to the Immigration and Nationality Act. To allow for an orderly transition, she has determined to delay […]
Immigration is a stressful process, it can change your life or that of your loved ones. It’s hard because laws and policies are being updated faster than ever. This makes it hard to know your options and rights. How can you make a good decision while under pressure? An immigration lawyer can be a […]
On December 4th, the third version of the Trump Administration’s travel ban went into effect. This is a temporary decision that allows the travel ban to go into effect while legal challenges are considered. However, this could significantly delay travel for many people from the affected countries. This latest version of the travel ban will affect seven […]
The Supreme Court voted 4-4 on Thursday, June 23rd on President Obama’s immigration plan in the case United States v. Texas. This blocks the implementation of initiatives known as DAPA and DACA under new provisions designed to protect the rights of undocumented United States immigrants. As stated by the SCOTUS Blog, “This means that the […]
Last Monday, the United States 5th Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a previous decision preventing the implementation of President Obama’s executive action on immigration. For the time being, the program remains stalled. The executive order – which expands the existing Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program and introduces Deferred Action for Parents of Americans […]
On behalf of Robichaud, Schroepfer & Correia, P.A. posted in US Immigration Law on Friday, June 28, 2013. For 11 million undocumented immigrants, the U.S. Senate’s action this week in passing an immigration reform bill is major cause for hope. To be sure, it remains to be seen what the House of Representatives will do. But […]
On behalf of Robichaud, Schroepfer & Correia, P.A. posted in Immigration Reform on Friday, June 21, 2013. Whatever the subject area, it takes a truly broad coalition to achieve comprehensive change in the law. This is especially true at the national level, where clashing interests and problematic political dynamics often derail reform efforts. It may well […]