Understanding Self-Deportation Policy 2025
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 …
Read This ArticleRefugee Resettlement Changes and Challenges
July 8, 2025
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 ArticleHow the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 Is Being Used Today
May 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 ArticleICE Detention in the U.S.
May 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 …
Read This ArticleReasons for Hiring an Immigration Lawyer
April 3, 2025
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 …
Read This ArticleH-1B Processing Changes 2025
March 14, 2025
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 …
Read This ArticleLaken Riley Act Targets Undocumented Immigrants Accused of Certain Crimes
March 5, 2025
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 …
Read This ArticleKnow Your Rights During Deportation
February 18, 2025
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 …
Read This ArticleLive and Work in Chicago With a Green Card
February 3, 2025
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 …
Read This ArticleNew Healthcare Eligibility for DACA Recipients
January 15, 2025
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. …
Read This ArticleThe National Interest Waiver: Petitioning for an EB-2 I-140
January 5, 2025
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 ArticleWhat Is a Joint Sponsor for Immigrant Applications?
September 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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