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If I sponsor an employee for a green card do I have to place advertisements? What does it mean to “test the labor market”? What are the Steps for PERM? ImmigrationPERM

If I sponsor an employee for a green card do I have to place advertisements? What does it mean to “test the labor market”? What are the Steps for PERM?

If you are an employer planning to sponsor one of your employees for a green card, there are several steps to the process.  The most well-known part of the process and the one we receive the most questions about is…
May 4, 2017
What happens if I get married or divorced after I file an application for asylum but before I have an interview? Deportation & Humanitarian ImmigrationFamily ImmigrationImmigration

What happens if I get married or divorced after I file an application for asylum but before I have an interview?

If you have filed for asylum with the USCIS, you know that it is taking years to have an interview. There is currently a backlog of over 250,000 cases with the Asylum Offices nationwide. Therefore, many life events may occur…
May 4, 2017
I am working on a nonimmigrant visa and just married a US citizen. What are the steps to apply for a green card? Family ImmigrationImmigration

I am working on a nonimmigrant visa and just married a US citizen. What are the steps to apply for a green card?

The process of getting a green card through marriage involves filing a number of different petitions, obtaining medical clearance, gathering supporting documents and attending an interview with an immigration officer. If you are working in the U.S. on a nonimmigrant…
April 28, 2017
I am in H-1B status but I also want to study. Can I study in the U.S. in my H-1B status? Can I work and go to school at the same time in H-1B status? H-1B and E-3 VisaImmigration

I am in H-1B status but I also want to study. Can I study in the U.S. in my H-1B status? Can I work and go to school at the same time in H-1B status?

If you are in H-1B status, and you can manage to fit in classes with your current schedule, it is fine to also study in the United States. Your H-1B is tied to your employment, so as long as nothing…
April 28, 2017
Did Immigration change the design of green cards and work permits? Will my green card and work permit still be valid? ImmigrationQuestions & Answers

Did Immigration change the design of green cards and work permits? Will my green card and work permit still be valid?

Immigration has announced plans to begin issuing green cards (“Permanent Resident Card”) and work permits (“Employment Authorization Document”) that have a new design starting on May 1st, although you may still receive the older version of the green card and/or…
April 28, 2017
What is a Business Plan? Do I need a Business Plan for my E-2 Visa Application? Do I need a Business Plan for my L-1 Visa? Business PlansE-2 VisaImmigrationInvestor VisasL-1 Visa

What is a Business Plan? Do I need a Business Plan for my E-2 Visa Application? Do I need a Business Plan for my L-1 Visa?

The E-2 visa can be granted to certain foreign nationals who want to invest in and start a business in the US that would hire US workers. For most applications, a business plan is required to illustrate key aspects of…
April 25, 2017
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H-1B Approval Approvals

H-1B Approval

Scott Legal, P.C., just had a non cap H-1B approval from USCIS.  The approval was the last premium processing petition that we filed prior to the suspension of premium processing. Click on the buttons below in order to claim your…
April 17, 2017
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E-2 Visa Approval Approvals

E-2 Visa Approval

We just had an E-2 visa approval though USCIS. The applicant applied for a change of status from an F visa to an E-2 visa. Click on the buttons below in order to claim your free Visa Guide (E-1, E-2,…
April 12, 2017
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