New York Lawyer's Legal Updates
What To Do When Your Green Card Is Expiring While Applying For Citizenship
03 October 2024Author: USA Immigration Lawyer As an immigration lawyer, one of the most frequent concerns I hear from clients is about their green card expiring while they’re in the process of applying for U.S. citizenship. If your Permanent Resident Card (Green Card) is nearing its expiration date, and you’re planning or have already started your citizenship ...
From DACA To Green Card
28 September 2024Author: Alena Shautsova Pathways for DACA Recipients to Obtain a Green Card in the United States For DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) recipients, obtaining a green card can be a complex but achievable process. As immigration lawyers, we understand that many Dreamers desire permanent residency, which provides more stability and securi ...
Theft Conviction And Adjustment Of Status
25 September 2024Author: Criminal Immigration Attorney Alena Shautsova In a recent decision by the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), the court held that convictions for retail theft under Pennsylvania law are not categorically considered crimes involving moral turpitude (CIMTs). This decision is crucial for immigrants facing removal proceedings based on prior co ...
Understanding Asylum Qualifications Based On Membership In A Particular Social Group (PSG)
25 September 2024Author: New York Asylum Lawyer The concept of a "particular social group" (PSG) is one of the most nuanced and critical aspects of asylum law. Individuals who seek asylum based on their membership in a PSG must establish that they face persecution due to this specific affiliation. This is often a challenging task, requiring detailed legal analysi ...
Travel With TPS Travel Document But Have Order Of Removal
25 September 2024Author: New York Immigration Lawyer Beneficiaries of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) who have a final order of removal often wonder whether they can travel abroad and return to the U.S. on advance parole. Previously, many TPS holders were able to do so, and upon their return, they could adjust their status. However, recent USCIS policy changes cl ...
Asylum 2024 Process Changes
25 September 2024Author: Asylum Lawyer USA In 2024, the asylum process in the U.S. underwent significant updates that impact the rights and obligations of asylum seekers. These changes, shaped by evolving government policies and recent decisions by the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), impose stricter standards on those seeking protection. Key Changes in Asylum ...
The N-366 Process: How To Appeal A Denied N-400 Naturalization Application
25 September 2024Author: New York Citizenship Lawyer When your naturalization application (Form N-400) is denied, it can be disheartening. However, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) offers a recourse through the Form N-366, “Request for a Hearing on a Decision in Naturalization Proceedings.” This blog will guide you through the step-by-step pro ...
What Happened To Parole In Place: Stay Extended
08 September 2024Author: Alena Shautsova On September 4th 2024 a federal judge ordered another stay of parole in place relief for families of the US citizens. According to this new order the stay will be in place until September 23rd 2024. Because of this stay new applications that are filed with USCIS cannot be granted. However US CIS can still accept new applic ...
Parole In Place: New Executive Order
19 June 2024Author: Alena Shautsova On June 18th, 2024 President Biden announced a new executive order allowing certain noncitizens who previously entered the United States without inspection or parole to be paroled in place. After an individual receives parole in place they can satisfy the requirement of “paroled” for adjustment of status purposes. This in ...
H1B Extension Beyond Six-Year Limit: When Is It Possible?
24 March 2024Author: US Immigration Lawyer Alena Shautsova H1B is an excellent opportunity for a worker to come to the USA and engage in legal employment. But it comes with its limitations. It is not possible to hold it for more than 6 years! In addition, if you hold an L visa, the time spent in L visa, also counts towards the 6-year limit. Time spent in an ...