In 1966 the United States Congress enacted the Cuban Adjustment Act (CAA). The CAA was placed into law in response to the large influx of Cuban citizens fleeing to the... read more →
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... read more →
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... read more →
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... read more →
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.... read more →
If you recently received your first “Notice of Hearing” from the immigration court, here’s what you can expect and how to prepare yourself for your master calendar hearing. What is... read more →
A May 27th, 2021, Memo addressed to all Office of Principal Legal Advisor Attorneys (“OPLA” i.e., the prosecuting body of Immigration and Customs Enforcement “ICE”) gives prosecutors greater leeway to... read more →
What are the requirements of Cancellation of Removal for Certain Nonpermanent Residents? Certain nonpermanent residents may be eligible to apply for relief in removal proceedings if they meet the following... read more →
On March 19, 2019, the Supreme Court overruled a Ninth Circuit ruling that had granted certain protections to immigrants in Nielsen v. Preap. Previously, mandatory detention without a bond hearing... read more →
Becoming a United States citizen is very important to most lawful permanent residents. In fact, many await anxiously the time when they can apply for this great benefit. However, citizenship... read more →