The Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act is a federal statute that was signed into law by President George W. Bush on July 27,
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Obama Hosts White House Meeting on Immigration Reform
On April 19, 2011, President Obama hosted a White House Meeting with 70 national leaders—including Mayor Bloomberg, former Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, among others—to discuss the
Read moreMovements in the May 2011 Visa Bulletin
The May 2011 Visa Bulletin is out and below are some notes on specific movements this month: The F-2A (Spouse of Legal Permanent Resident) preference
Read moreImmigration Agencies in Case of a Government Shutdown
On April 8, 2011, AILA released an update on what would happen to different immigration-related government agencies in case the government shuts down. Please note
Read moreFrom Arriving Alien to Final Order to Adjustment of Status… Finally
He was tired. He just got out of jail a few weeks ago. Ten plus years in the United States. Multiple lawyers, hearings, consultations, all
Read moreFee Waiver Guidelines from the March 2011 USCIS Policy Memorandum
Introduction People who could not afford to pay the filing fees for certain immigration paperwork can file a fee waiver request. The USCIS developed the
Read moreJ-1 Visa Waiver No Objection Statement: Guide and Overview
A J-1 visa is a non-immigrant visa issued by the U.S. government to exchange visitors participating in programs that promote cultural exchange, especially to obtain
Read moreUSCIS Filing Fee Increases Effective November 23, 2010
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced on September 23, 2010 the final rule adjusting fees for immigration applications and petitions. The final rule
Read moreBIA Holds in Matter of Legazpi that Spouse of Grandfathered Relative is Not Indepdendently Grandfathered Under 245i
A new BIA case came out which should clear out some confusion on whether spouses of grandfathered relatives are protected under 245(i). They’re not. The
Read moreMatter of Alania: BIA on Unauthorized Employment and Adjustment of Status
Recent decision from the BIA – Matter of Alania. Respondent is from Peru. He entered the U.S. in 96 on a temporary visa, overstayed, and
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