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July 11, 2025
Self-deportation, otherwise known as voluntary departure, is being heavily promoted by the Trump administration in 2025. Self-deportation is an option for undocumented immigrants to leave the U.S. and return to …
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In January 2025, President Trump signed an executive order suspending the U.S. Refugee Assistance Program (USRAP) indefinitely. The major policy shift in the U.S. refugee admissions program has introduced many …
Read This ArticleMay 15, 2025
The Alien Enemies Act of 1798 enables a U.S. president to detain, relocate, or deport immigrants who are here from an enemy country without due process of the law. The …
Read This ArticleMay 13, 2025
The detention process refers to the steps taken by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) when detaining individuals suspected of violating immigration laws. If you’re detained by ICE, you may …
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These are uncertain times for immigrants. News of changes or potential changes to immigration law is regularly reported. Our immigration lawyers are committed to staying current on modifications and updates …
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Significant H-1B reforms have been implemented. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) enacted the final rule effective January 17, 2025. These updates to H-1B requirements not only enhance the ability …
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President Trump signed the Laken Riley Act into law on January 29th, 2025. The law mandates the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to place in a detention center any undocumented …
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Receiving a notice of removal proceedings, commonly known as deportation, is overwhelming and upsetting. The prospect of deportation creates fear and uncertainty for your future and your loved ones. Removal …
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Chicago, home to almost three million green card holders, offers many opportunities. A green card, officially known as a Permanent Residence Card, allows you to live and work permanently in …
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The DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) program safeguards children of undocumented immigrants from deportation and allows them to stay in the United States to pursue education and seek employment. …
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A foreign national with an advanced degree or exceptional ability can seek permanent residency in the United States through the Employment-Based Second Preference Visa (EB-2). EB-2 eligibility means the applicant …
Read This ArticleSeptember 27, 2024
A joint sponsor, or financial co-sponsor, is a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident who can help an applicant for a family-based green card meet the income requirements by committing …
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