Recent Blog Posts
Aggravated Felonies: An Overview
One of the most common questions we often receive during in person and telephonic consultations in our immigration practice is whether an aggravated felony may decrease a person’s chances to legalize their status in the United States. The harsh reality is that the immigration options for non-citizen aliens convicted of an “aggravated felony” are… Read More »
Reminder: USCIS Fee Increase Effective December 23, 2016
Any employer anticipating submission of an immigration application or petition should consider filing prior to December 23, 2016, to avoid higher USCIS filing fees. On October 24, 2016, USCIS announced a final rule that adjusts the required fees for most immigration applications and petitions. This will be the first increase in six years and,… Read More »
Post-Election Impact on Immigration
Our immigration attorney in Forest Hills, New York has been asked to speak on the Post-Election Impact on Immigration Dear Immigrant community: Don’t panic! At this time, there aren’t a lot of answers as to what exactly will happen when the new administration takes office. Don’t make hasty decisions; instead take the time necessary… Read More »
Do I need a Re-entry Permit?
A lawful permanent resident (LPR) normally may travel outside the United States and return; however, there are some limitations. A reentry permit can help prevent two types of problems: Your Permanent Resident Card becomes technically invalid for reentry into the United States if you are absent from the United States for 1 year or… Read More »
Options after a Consular Officer Denies Your U.S. Visa Application
Options after a Consular Officer Denies Your U.S. Visa Application As an immigration attorneys in New York, I often get questions regarding visa denials. If your visa is denied, you may be confused and frustrated. And consular officers may be unwilling or unable to properly explain the grounds for refusal and your options for… Read More »
Obtaining a Green Card for a Person Born in the United States to a Foreign Diplomat
Recently my immigration law office in Queens, New York has been getting inquiries on how to obtain a Green Card for a Person Born in the United States to a Foreign Diplomat. In this blog I will discuss: Eligibility Criteria Application Process Supporting Evidence for the Form I-485 Medical Examination Work and Travel Authorization… Read More »
The Asylum Interview
After you file affirmatively for asylum, you will have an interview. What happens at this interview? And how do you prepare for it? The interview is a non-confrontational conversation between the asylum applicant and an Asylum Officer. It takes place in an office; not a courtroom. You can bring an attorney and/or an interpreter… Read More »
What to expect at the Stokes Interview
What Is The Stokes Interview? When a husband and wife did not convince an immigration officer that their marriage was real at their first green card interview (adjustment of status interview) they usually get a second chance. This second chance is known as the Stokes interview (also Known as the marriage fraud interview). The… Read More »
Application Process for a VAWA Green Card
There are two steps to applying for a green card on your own, without relying on your abusive spouse or parent, as allowed under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). First, you must file Form I-360 and supporting evidence with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). If your self-petition is approved, the next step… Read More »