If your application for political asylum (or other immigration application) has been pending for an unusually long time, you should consider filing a writ of mandamus in the United States District Court. The writ is a powerful federal court remedy designed to ensure government accountability, uphold the rule of law,... read more →
Aug
23
Aug
09
For many immigrants living in the United States, one of the most challenging aspects is being separated from their loved ones. As of July 21, 2023, the National Visa Center began to send out invitations to allow certain petitioners to participate in the Family Reunification Parole (“FRP”) process for their... read more →
Jul
16
Every day the U.S./Mexico border is overwhelmed by persons from other countries seeking asylum in the United States. To prevail on a claim for asylum, one must demonstrate past persecution on account of their race, religion, national origin, membership in particular social groups, or their political opinion. If past persecution... read more →
Jul
06
Recently, I have had many consultations with frustrated applicants seeking remedies for their delayed applications. We have seen naturalizations taking over 3 years without any substantial updates, adjustment of status applications that has taken over 4 years still under review to affirmative asylum applications pending for over 7 years with... read more →
Jun
09
In many parts of the world, members of the LGBTQ community face severe discrimination, hate crimes, and even death due to their sexual orientation or gender identity. Homosexuality is still criminalized in a staggering number of countries, with some even considering the imposition of the death penalty for these individuals.... read more →
Jun
01
As an attorney specializing in immigration law, I have consulted with numerous individuals in search of lawful permanent residency (“green cards”) in the United States. During these consultations, I am often required to share lengthy processing times and the potential for prolonged separation from loved ones during the consular process,... read more →
May
11
In March of 2020, the CDC issued a public health order known as Title 42, which allowed the US to expedite the expulsion of asylum seekers from our southern border. As we approach the order's lifting on May 11, 2023, a new rule governing eligibility for asylum has gone into... read more →
May
09
On April 27, 2023, the Department of State (State) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced an expansion of the family reunification parole program, which allows eligible individuals to temporarily enter the United States to reunite with family members who are U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. This new program... read more →
Jan
18
On January 13, 2023, the Department of Homeland Security announced that noncitizen workers in the US who are victims or witnesses of labor rights violations in the workplace will be able to apply for a new streamlined and expedited deferred action process. Traditionally, victims and witnesses of labor violations would... read more →
Jan
18
If you have anything to do with hiring, it is important to understand the various types of visas available to potential employees. One visa that you should be familiar with is the H1B visa. This visa allows employers to hire foreign workers with specialized skills to fill positions in the... read more →