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Warning: Domestic Travel in the U.S. Is No Longer Safe for Many Immigrants — What You Must Know
Warning: Domestic Travel in the U.S. Is No Longer Safe for Many Immigrants — What You Must Know
Domestic air travel used to feel like a routine part of life — a way to visit family, attend school, go to work, or travel between cities. But as of …
Immigration News: Federal Court Blocks Unlawful Detention of Immigrant Teens Turning 18 — What It Means for You
Immigration News: Federal Court Blocks Unlawful Detention of Immigrant Teens Turning 18 — What It Means for You
As a New York immigration lawyer deeply committed to defending the rights of immigrants and their families, I want to break down a critical immigration news development that could have …
2025 Asylum Updates You Must Know: What Changed — And How to Protect Your Case
2025 Asylum Updates You Must Know: What Changed — And How to Protect Your Case
If you are waiting for an asylum interview or decision in the United States, 2025 has brought some major changes that can affect your case. Many people feel confused or …
USCIS Shortens Work Permit Validity in 2025: What Immigrants Must Know About the New EAD Rules
USCIS Shortens Work Permit Validity in 2025: What Immigrants Must Know About the New EAD Rules
As a New York Immigration Lawyer, I help thousands of immigrants navigate the complex U.S. immigration system every year. Recently, USCIS announced significant changes that shorten the validity of many …
The United States Installs a Complete Ban for Nationals of 19 Countries — What It Means for Immigrants
The United States Installs a Complete Ban for Nationals of 19 Countries — What It Means for Immigrants
The United States Installs a Complete Ban for Nationals of 19 Countries — What It Means for Immigrants By NYC Immigration Lawyer Alena Shautsova, Esq. Contact: 917-885-2261 What just happened: …
Federal Court Restores Bond Hearings for Immigrants Who Entered Without Inspection — A New Opportunity for Release
Federal Court Restores Bond Hearings for Immigrants Who Entered Without Inspection — A New Opportunity for Release
Learn how a recent federal court decision restored bond hearings for immigrants who entered the U.S. without inspection. New York immigration lawyer Alena Shautsova explains who qualifies, how to request bond, and practical steps to seek release. Call 917-885-2261 for help today
U.S. Immigration Update: Department of Homeland Security Proposes to Rescind and Expand the Public-Charge Regulation
U.S. Immigration Update: Department of Homeland Security Proposes to Rescind and Expand the Public-Charge Regulation
Discover the latest DHS proposal to rescind and expand the public-charge rule and learn how it may impact green card and visa applicants in 2025.
Trump’s New Gold Card Visa: Cost, Requirements, Form I-140G, and How the Process May Work
Trump’s New Gold Card Visa: Cost, Requirements, Form I-140G, and How the Process May Work
Trump’s New Gold Card Visa: Cost, Requirements, Form I-140G, and How the Process May Work
Understanding the EB-1 Green Card: Subcategories, Required Evidence, Reference Letters, and Common Reasons for Denial
Understanding the EB-1 Green Card: Subcategories, Required Evidence, Reference Letters, and Common Reasons for Denial
Understanding the EB-1 Green Card: Subcategories, Required Evidence, Reference Letters, and Common Reasons for Denial By Alena Shautsova, New York Immigration Lawyer The EB-1 immigrant visa category is one of …
How an I-601 Waiver Can Help If You Entered the U.S. Under Someone Else’s Name
How an I-601 Waiver Can Help If You Entered the U.S. Under Someone Else’s Name
By Alena Shautsova, New York Immigration Lawyer For many immigrants, the path to lawful permanent residency in the United States is filled with obstacles—especially if their initial entry into the …
