The New Trump Proclamation of June 22, 2020, Suspending Entry of Aliens “Who Present a Risk to the U.S. Labor Market Following the Coronavirus Outbreak” As the school year has ended, we find ourselves entering a summer that will be markedly different from previous years. Although the ongoing coronavirus crisis continues to disrupt our lives,… [Read More]
Immigration Newsletters & Resources
The Supreme Court has Saved DACA
The Supreme Court Has Saved DACA The Supreme Court has ruled that the Trump Administration’s attempt to terminate the DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) program was unlawful. In September of 2017, Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security issued an order rescinding and terminating the DACA program. Several lawsuits were subsequently filed which… [Read More]
False Claims of Citizenship Will Result in USCIS Denials, Even if You Are Unaware You Made Them
False Claims of Citizenship Will Result in USCIS Denials, Even If It Was A Mistake As you know, immigration law is highly complex and difficult to navigate without the assistance of experienced and knowledgeable legal professionals. Still, Some aspects of the immigration law are more familiar than others: filing a U.S. Residency petition for family… [Read More]
How Can You Keep Your OPT Status if you Do Not Have a Job Yet
How Can You Keep Your OPT Status if You Do Not Have a Job Yet Dear Friends, Normally, this time of year is one full of excitement for students reaching the end of their academic career. Graduation ceremonies, graduation parties, and for some, a summer break, all bring families and friends together to celebrate their… [Read More]
Trump’s Proclamation Suspending Entry of Certain Immigrants
Trump’s Proclamation/ Executive Order Suspending Entry of Certain Immigrants Dear Friends, During these difficult times, we would like to remind you that our immigration, criminal defense and personal injury lawyers at FitzGerald Law Company are here to answer your questions and provide guidance. We know that there is a great deal of uncertainty regarding what… [Read More]
Expiration of Visas and Extension of Stay during the Coronavirus COVID-19 Crisis
Expiration of Visas and Extension of Stay during the Coronavirus COVID-19 Crisis The current coronavirus crisis has caused a travel ban throughout the world, including international travel from the U.S. This is necessary to contain the spread of this virus and to limit its impact. This travel restriction has potentially caused issues for individuals who… [Read More]
Unemployment Benefits for Immigrants During the Coronavirus Covid-19 Pandemic
Unemployment Benefits for Immigrants During the Coronavirus Covid-19 Pandemic Dear Friends, With the Coronavirus pandemic affecting the whole world, we want you to know that the team at FitzGerald Law Company is here to assist you in any way we can. For many of you, the pandemic has brought a reduction in your work hours,… [Read More]
USCIS and EOIR Coronavirus Procedures Update
Dear friends, Late last night the USCIS (US Citizenship and Immigration Services) announced that to help slow the spread of the coronavirus COVID-19, it will be suspending routine in-person services from March 18th until at least April 1st; in its local offices, asylum offices and application support centers. However, it will continue to perform its… [Read More]
An Employment Green Card Petition as alternative of an H1b Visa
An Employment Green Card Petition as alternative of an H1b Visa Dear friends, As you know, this year the process to apply for an H1B Visa has dramatically changed as we explained in our February Newsletter. Even though now is easier and inexpensive to participate in the H-1b visa lottery, this also means that more… [Read More]
Uncertainty in New Process for applying for H1B Visas for Professional Employees in 2020
Uncertainty in New Process for applying for H1B Visas for Professional Employees in 2020 As many already know, the H-1B Visa Procedures will be somewhat different for the 2021-2022 period, particularly for those filing initial applications, including for beneficiaries eligible for the advanced degree exemption. While the basic H1B requirements and structure remain the same:… [Read More]
