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H-1B Visa

New Leadership: New EB-1A Trends

How to reach us? https://immigrationvisaattorney.com/contact-us or 614-791-0500 Want your immigration question answered in our next live stream? Submit it now at ImmigrationQuestions.US, and you might

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H-1B Visa

New Leadership: New EB-1A Trends

How to reach us? https://immigrationvisaattorney.com/contact-us or 614-791-0500 Want your immigration question answered in our next live stream? Submit it now at ImmigrationQuestions.US, and you might be featured! We discuss the EB-1A process under the Trump administration. We will unpack the latest trends and indications from the new administration on the

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Family Immigration

USCIS Narrows CSPA Applicability

 USCIS has issued new guidance that could significantly affect how the Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) is applied to dependent children in green card applications. For families navigating the green card process, this change may alter whether a child can remain eligible as a derivative beneficiary. In this video,

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H-1B Visa

USCIS Interview Tips for Employment Visas

USCIS employment visa interviews can feel overwhelming, but with the right preparation, you can walk in with confidence. Join us LIVE today at 6:00pm EST as we break down what you need to know to succeed in your interview — from key documents and common questions to body language and

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Immigration

Transfer of Underlying Basis – Interfiling Refresher

 Confused about what “Transfer of Underlying Basis” or interfiling really means? You’re not alone. In this live session, we’ll break down: ✅ What interfiling is ✅ When it can (and can’t) be done ✅ How it impacts your green card process ✅ Tips to avoid common mistakes Bring your

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Unauthorized Practice of Law

Avoiding Immigration Fraud: What You MUST Know

 Are you at risk of immigration fraud allegations without even knowing it? ✅ What the U.S. government considers “immigration fraud” ✅ Common scenarios that trigger fraud investigations ✅ How a small mistake can turn into a serious issue ✅ Tips to stay truthful, safe, and protected in your immigration

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H-1B Visa

H-1B Layoff Scenarios in 2025: What Are Your Options?

 How to reach us? https://immigrationvisaattorney.com/contact-us or 614-791-0500 Want your immigration question answered in our next live stream? Submit it now at ImmigrationQuestions.US, and you might be featured! Worried about job loss on an H-1B visa in 2025? In this presentation, our immigration attorneys break down the critical steps H-1B

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Latest Ruling in Birthright Citizenship–Blocked Again
Naturalization

Latest Ruling in Birthright Citizenship – Blocked Again

 On July 10, 2025, a federal court issued a nationwide injunction in Barbara v. Trump, temporarily blocking the proposed limitations on birthright citizenship. Join us at 6 p.m. EST for a live presentation explaining what the ruling does, who might be affected, and what to expect next in the

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Green Card

Trump’s Immigration Shift: More Green Card Interviews & Scrutiny

 Under the Trump Administration, adjustment of status interviews are significantly more common—and more intense. In this video, our experienced immigration attorneys break down how these changes have impacted green card applicants, what increased scrutiny looks like, and how you can best prepare. Whether you’re in the process of applying

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Naturalization

DOJ Makes Denaturalization a TOP Immigration Priority

 Policy Shift and Priorities The Department of Justice has made denaturalization one of its top five enforcement priorities, targeting cases involving terrorism, war crimes, human trafficking, felony convictions, and fraud. Denaturalization involves revoking U.S. citizenship from individuals who obtained it through fraudulent means or concealed material facts during the naturalization process. Legal Framework and Process The DOJ’s denaturalization policy is based

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Immigration

The U.S. Government Is Watching Your Social Media

The U.S. government is now requiring international student visa applicants to make their social media accounts public. From visa screenings to data profiling, your digital footprint is being watched more closely than ever. Join us today at 6:00pm EST as we dive deep into the latest policy shift, how it

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Immigration

USCIS Drops New Rules on Disclosing Negative Info

 USCIS just announced a major update that affects ALL immigration applicants! If they plan to deny or revoke your immigration case based on derogatory or negative information you may not know about, they are now generally required to disclose that info to you through an official notice. Join us

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Green Card

How Does AI in the Visa Review Process Impact You?

 According to a March 2025 report from Boundless, AI systems are being applied in visa screenings, border enforcement, biometric analysis, and even deportation decisions. This is not theoretical or experimental—AI is currently embedded into core decision-making pipelines that directly affect immigrants’ lives. USCIS’s integration of big data cross-checking tools

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H-1B Visa

Can a Minor Criminal Record Derail Your Employment-Based Immigration?

 Can a Minor Criminal Record Derail Your Employment-Based Immigration? Historically, in employment based immigration, minor criminal cases would not come up until the end of the immigration process, filing Form I-485.  There is a new trend in employment immigration (H-1Bs, L-1s, I-140s, etc.) to request biometrics for certain individuals. 

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H-1B Visa

International Student Survival Guide: F-1 to H-1B in 2025

 Today we discuss the transition from F-1 (international student) to H-1B (specialty occupation worker) in 2025. This includes new cap-gap rules effective this year, recent updates on F-1 student visa revocations, and more! The attorneys will conduct a Q&A session afterwards. How to reach us? https://immigrationvisaattorney.com/contact-us or 614-791-0500 Want

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Green Card

Common Medical Examination (Form I-693) Concerns

Those seeking to adjust status and become a permanent resident must, for the most part, submit a medical examination along with their adjustment application. The medical exam, done on Form I-693, is to ensure that you have no inadmissible related health conditions. This mainly refers to infectious diseases that are

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Green Card

5 Ways to Get Your Adjustment of Status Moving Forward

Waiting for your adjustment of status to be processed and approved can be a painfully slow process. For many people, it can take years and years for their priority date to become current and a visa to be available. Even then, you still have to file your adjustment of status

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Premium Processing
Immigration

H-4 EAD Premium Processing Update; Waiting will Continue

USCIS has faced increasing backlogs across the entire agency, and several factors have made these backlogs even worse in recent years. The immigration policies of the prior administration created the “invisible wall” of bureaucratic processing delays for an agency that was already mismanaging its funds. The current pandemic, along with

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AP
Green Card

Consequences of Using Your EAD and AP While Your AOS is Pending

Most people who apply for adjustment of status (AOS) also apply for an employment authorization document (EAD) and advance parole (AP) at the same time. Because of the lengthy processing times for AOS applications, your EAD and AP will likely be approved prior to your green card. Using those benefits,

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Green Card

Will the U.S. Government Accept my Foreign Birth Certificate?

Applications for permanent residency must include a lot of documentation. USCIS and Department of State require documentation of your birth. Ideally, this is achieved by submitting your birth certificate with your application. A birth certificate establishes the applicant’s country of citizenship and familial relationships, which helps to show eligibility for

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