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Wilner and O'Reilly – Immigration Lawyers Wilner and O'Reilly – Immigration Lawyers
  • HOME
  • ABOUT
    • OUR FIRM
      • ABOUT
      • W&O LEGAL TEAM
      • SUCCESS STORIES
    • SHAREHOLDERS
      • KELLY S. O’REILLY
      • RICHARD M. WILNER
    • MANAGING ATTORNEYS
      • ANGIE AYALA
      • SULLY T. BRYAN
      • DANNY CHRISNEY
      • JOSHUA J. DESPAIN
      • DEREK J. POULSEN
      • CHIEN-YU (MICHAEL) WANG
    • DEPARTMENT CHAIRS
      • NANCY VO
      • TAMARA REYES
    • ASSOCIATE ATTORNEYS
      • CRYSTAL CORTEZ
      • SCOTT ROJO
      • MAZA WILNER
      • CHANTELL J. ABOU-HAMDAN
      • MICHAEL JURADO
      • ESTHER KIM
      • FRANCISCO RODRIGUES
      • JENNIFER LOVE SPROCK
  • SERVICES
    • EMPLOYERS / ENTREPRENEURS
      • NONIMMIGRANT VISAS
      • IMMIGRANT VISAS
      • INVESTORS
    • CITIZENSHIP / FAMILY
      • MARRIAGE-BASED GREEN CARDS
      • FAMILY-BASED
      • FIANCEE VISAS
    • DEPORTATION / ASYLUM
      • ASYLUM / WITHHOLDING
      • CANCELLATION OF REMOVAL
      • PROSECUTORIAL DISCRETION
      • WAIVERS
    • USCIS ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS
    • I-864 LAWSUIT DEFENSE
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    • BOISE, ID
    • SALT LAKE CITY, UT
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Jun 20
Immigration Case Expedite Requests

Immigration Case Expedite Requests: Eligibility, Submission Steps, and How to Improve Success

Understanding Immigration Case Expedite Requests At Wilner & O’Reilly, we understand how stressful it can be to face long waiting times when it comes to your immigration case. Immigration Case Expedite Requests are a tool provided by United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and other immigration agencies that may... read more →
  • June 20, 2026
  • Immigration Policy & News
Jun 08
$100,000 H-1B fee

Federal Judge Strikes Down $100,000 H-1B Fee: What Employers, Universities, and Visa Applicants Need to Know

A federal judge has struck down one of the most controversial immigration policies affecting high-skilled workers in recent years: the Trump administration's $100,000 fee imposed on new H-1B visa holders. The ruling represents a significant development for employers, universities, hospitals, research institutions, and foreign professionals who rely on the H-1B... read more →
  • June 8, 2026
  • Employment-Based Immigration
Jun 07
Can USCIS Legally Restrict Adjustment of Status Applications

Can USCIS Legally Restrict Adjustment of Status Applications?

Since USCIS issued its May 2026 Adjustment of Status memorandum, immigrants, employers, attorneys, and families have been asking the same questions: Is Adjustment of Status ending? Can USCIS deny more Adjustment of Status applications? Can USCIS legally change Adjustment of Status rules through a policy memo? Will courts overturn the... read more →
  • June 7, 2026
  • Deportation & Removal Defense, Green Cards & Adjustment of Status
Jun 07
immigration policies targeting 39 countries

US Judge Invalidates Policies Targeting Immigrants from 39 Countries: What Applicants Should Know

A federal judge has issued a significant ruling affecting immigration policies that targeted nationals from 39 countries, creating immediate questions for immigrants, employers, families, and individuals with pending immigration applications. While the decision represents an important development, applicants should understand that the legal process is far from over. Appeals are... read more →
  • June 7, 2026
  • Family-Based Immigration, Immigration Policy & News, Visitor & Temporary Visas
Jun 04
Immigration Sponsorship Obligations

Immigration Sponsorship Obligations What Applicants and Sponsors Need to Know and Avoid Problems

Understanding Sponsorship in US Immigration Law Immigrating to the United States is a significant step, and one key requirement for many immigration processes is having a sponsor. At Wilner & O’Reilly, we often guide clients through the questions and responsibilities that arise as part of immigration sponsorship. Immigration Sponsorship Obligations... read more →
  • June 4, 2026
  • Family-Based Immigration
May 29
USCIS Adjustment of Status Memo:

Be Extraordinary 

“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.”  — Mark Twain  On May 21, 2026, a policy memorandum issued by USCIS sent shockwaves through the immigration law community. Lawyers panicked. Applicants panicked. Social media filled with alarm. And honestly? Some of that reaction was understandable.  Here is why. In a single... read more →
  • May 29, 2026
  • Citizenship & Naturalization, Deportation & Removal Defense, Green Cards & Adjustment of Status, Visitor & Temporary Visas
May 29
Can USCIS Legally Restrict Adjustment of Status Applications?

Can USCIS Legally Restrict Adjustment of Status Applications? What Applicants Need to Know About the New AOS Memo

The recent USCIS policy memorandum regarding Adjustment of Status (AOS) has created significant concern among immigrants, families, employers, and immigration attorneys across the country. Many applicants are asking the same questions: Is Adjustment of Status ending? Can USCIS deny Adjustment of Status applications more easily now? Can USCIS legally change... read more →
  • May 29, 2026
  • Citizenship & Naturalization, Deportation & Removal Defense, Green Cards & Adjustment of Status, Visitor & Temporary Visas
May 27
Chito Vera immigration story

From Ecuador to the UFC: Chito Vera on Family, Immigration & the Immigrant Mentality

In Episode 14 of the ImmiGreat Podcast, Wilner & O’Reilly immigration attorney Richard Wilner sits down with UFC Bantamweight contender Marlon “Chito” Vera for one of the most personal conversations in the series so far. While many fans know Chito Vera as one of the most accomplished fighters in UFC... read more →
  • May 27, 2026
  • ImmiGreat Podcast
May 22
USCIS Announces Major Restrictions on Adjustment of Status Applications

USCIS Announces Major Restrictions on Adjustment of Status Applications: What Applicants Need to Know

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a significant policy shift regarding Adjustment of Status applications, stating that moving forward, applicants seeking lawful permanent residence from inside the United States should generally pursue immigrant visa processing through U.S. consulates abroad rather than adjusting status domestically. The announcement has already... read more →
  • May 22, 2026
  • Employment-Based Immigration, Green Cards & Adjustment of Status, Visitor & Temporary Visas
May 21
apply for U.S. citizenship

ImmiGreat Podcast Episode 13: Should You Apply for U.S. Citizenship Right Now?

In Episode 13 of the ImmiGreat Podcast, Richard Wilner answers one of the most common questions green card holders are asking right now: Should I apply for U.S. citizenship? His answer is clear: if you are eligible, yes. In today’s immigration climate, applying sooner rather than later may be one... read more →
  • May 21, 2026
  • Citizenship & Naturalization, ImmiGreat Podcast
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