Khadija Derrick

Green Card for Refugees

A noncitizen that has been granted refugee status may be eligible to apply for legal permanent resident status also known as a green card, one year after obtaining asylum status.

Khadija DerrickOctober 16, 2023

H-1B and E-3 Visa

Can I get an H1B visa for a part-time job? Can I work for multiple employers while I am on an H1B visa?

Yes, it is possible to get an H1B visa for a part-time job, and it is also possible to work for multiple H1B employers .

Khadija DerrickOctober 13, 2023

Canadian Immigration

Inadmissibility for misrepresentation in Canadian immigration law

Withholding material facts from any visa application puts an applicant at risk of not only denial but a 5-year bar if it triggers a finding of inadmissibility, especially in the context where a visitor attempts to apply for a work…

Khadija DerrickOctober 12, 2023

Extraordinary Ability

USCIS policy updates for O1B petitions, individuals with extraordinary ability in the arts or motion picture/TV industry

USCIS’s new updates to the policy manual with respect to evaluating O1B applications provide more detailed guidance and clarity on what types of evidence is favored for meeting each criterion.

Khadija DerrickOctober 11, 2023

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Approvals

N-400 Petition Approved by the USCIS NYC Field Office

We just had an N-400 citizenship petition approved by the USCIS NYC field office.

Khadija DerrickOctober 10, 2023

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Physical Presence Requirement for Asylees and Refugees Applying for a Green Card

USCIS has recently clarified this requirement stating that noncitizens with asylum or refugee status must have been physically present in the United States for one year at the time the green card application, form I-485 is being decided. We have…

Khadija DerrickOctober 10, 2023

H-1B and E-3 Visa

I have previously worked on an H1B visa, then left the United States. If I have a new job offer, do I need to go through the H1B “cap lottery” again?

Even if you have left the United States after your first H1B employment has terminated, you are exempt from going through the H1B “cap lottery” again if you have a new job offer within the first 6 years of being…

Khadija DerrickOctober 9, 2023

Deportation & Humanitarian Immigration

What is FOIA and how can I use it?

The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is a critical tool to get information or documents from the government that are related to immigration matters.

Khadija DerrickOctober 6, 2023

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TN Visa

Can I qualify for a TN based on my work experience?

If a particular TN category indicates that a degree is required, you cannot substitute that degree with your work experience.

Khadija DerrickOctober 5, 2023

E-2 Visa

My children will be aging out of the E-1/E-2 visa. What options do they have?

If your children will be aging out of the E2 dependent visa, they can apply for another non immigrant visa such as for example the F-1 Student visa.

Khadija DerrickOctober 4, 2023

Family Immigration

USCIS Expands Validity Period of EADs to Five Years

USCIS increased the maximum validity period for Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) to five years.

Khadija DerrickOctober 3, 2023

Approvals

L-1B Approval with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services for Q Grader

We just had an L-1B employee approval with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services.

Khadija DerrickOctober 3, 2023

Approvals

E-2 Visa Petition Approved by the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for Construction and Maintenance Company

We just had an E-2 Petition approved at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto.

Khadija DerrickOctober 3, 2023

Approvals

E-2 Investor Visa Approval at the Consulate in London for Tax Consultation Company

Scott Legal is happy to announce that we just received an E-2 investor visa approval at the consulate in London.

Khadija DerrickOctober 3, 2023

H-1B and E-3 Visa

Can I extend my H1B status beyond 6 years if my EB-2 NIW petition is approved?

Yes, you can extend your H1B status beyond the 6 years limit if you have an approved I-140 EB2 NIW petition and your priority date is not current.

Khadija DerrickOctober 3, 2023

Approvals

National Interest Waiver (NIW) Approved in 2 days for recent Ph.D. graduate on STEM OPT

We had a EB2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) I-140 petition approved from USCIS Texas Service Center in only 2 days after it was filed with premium processing.

Khadija DerrickOctober 2, 2023

Questions & Answers

Can I change status if I am in the U.S. on a G-1 status?

If you are terminating your G1 employment in the U.S., you can change your status to a different status and this blog post will focus on some of the nuances of this process.

Khadija DerrickOctober 2, 2023

Immigration Law Changes & New Law

Visa Waiver Program Available to Israeli Nationals

Beginning November 30, 2023, Israeli nationals will be able to utilize the Visa Waiver Program to travel to the United States as B-1 (temporary business) or B-2 (tourism) visitors.

Khadija DerrickSeptember 29, 2023

TN Visa

The TN Economist Category

How to understand and navigate the TN Economist category.

Khadija DerrickSeptember 29, 2023

EB-5 Visa

What is the difference between the EB-5 direct investment and regional center program?

An overview of the differences between the EB-5 direct investment and regional center programs.

Khadija DerrickSeptember 28, 2023

Approvals

E-2 Investor Visa Approval at the Consulate in Toronto for Convenience Store and Deli

Scott Legal is happy to announce that we just received an E-2 investor visa approval at the consulate in Toronto.

Khadija DerrickSeptember 27, 2023

National Interest Waiver

The 4 Steps of Building a Successful NIW Case in Any Field

By following the four steps – meeting the threshold, national importance, expert letters, and track record of success – you can significantly increase your chances at obtaining the green card under the NIW pathway.

Khadija DerrickSeptember 27, 2023

National Interest Waiver

National Interest Waiver (NIW) strategy for finance professionals

Generally it could be challenging for financial professionals to find a strong angle for EB-2 NIW, but there are strategies such as focusing on innovations to the field of finance as a whole and showing large scale economic impact.

Khadija DerrickSeptember 26, 2023

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approved at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for Furniture Design and Staging Company

Khadija DerrickSeptember 25, 2023

Extraordinary Ability

Do I need a U.S. job offer to be approved for an immigrant visa as an individual of extraordinary ability, EB-1A category?

An actual job offer in the U.S. is not required for approval of an immigrant visa under the EB1A extraordinary ability category, but he applicant should present detailed enough plans that clearly show that they will engage in employment related…

Khadija DerrickSeptember 25, 2023

Green Card for Refugees

Can I get an H1B visa for a part-time job? Can I work for multiple employers while I am on an H1B visa?

Inadmissibility for misrepresentation in Canadian immigration law

USCIS policy updates for O1B petitions, individuals with extraordinary ability in the arts or motion picture/TV industry

N-400 Petition Approved by the USCIS NYC Field Office

Physical Presence Requirement for Asylees and Refugees Applying for a Green Card

I have previously worked on an H1B visa, then left the United States. If I have a new job offer, do I need to go through the H1B “cap lottery” again?

What is FOIA and how can I use it?

Can I qualify for a TN based on my work experience?

My children will be aging out of the E-1/E-2 visa. What options do they have?

USCIS Expands Validity Period of EADs to Five Years

L-1B Approval with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services for Q Grader

E-2 Visa Petition Approved by the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for Construction and Maintenance Company

E-2 Investor Visa Approval at the Consulate in London for Tax Consultation Company

Can I extend my H1B status beyond 6 years if my EB-2 NIW petition is approved?

National Interest Waiver (NIW) Approved in 2 days for recent Ph.D. graduate on STEM OPT

Can I change status if I am in the U.S. on a G-1 status?

Visa Waiver Program Available to Israeli Nationals

The TN Economist Category

What is the difference between the EB-5 direct investment and regional center program?

E-2 Investor Visa Approval at the Consulate in Toronto for Convenience Store and Deli

The 4 Steps of Building a Successful NIW Case in Any Field

National Interest Waiver (NIW) strategy for finance professionals

E-2 Visa Approved at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for Furniture Design and Staging Company

Do I need a U.S. job offer to be approved for an immigrant visa as an individual of extraordinary ability, EB-1A category?

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