True change happens when people come together. As an immigration lawyer, I’ve dedicated my career to creating positive change in the world helping and guiding my clients through the immigration process.

The Immigration and National Act (INA) forbids hiring of illegal aliens in the workplace, but how and when does one inquire as to the legal status of the worker?

Family based petitions for nationals of the Philippines have been backed up for years. Immediate Relative Petitions are “current”, meaning no backlog, but what are your options if you do not qualify as an Immediate Relative?

If you have been a Permanent resident for at least 5 years, or you are married to a US Citizens and have been a Permanent resident for at least 3 years, and have maintained “continuous residence in the US, then most likely you will be eligible to apply for US Citizenship. Extended absences from the US or criminal violations can render you ineligible to apply and are discussed below.

Did you know that many states still ban Marriage Equality? See how this can effect you and your same sex spouse beyond Immigration Issues.

President's Public Proclamation Temporally Freezing Certain Green Card Issuance

On April 22, 2020, President Trump issued a proclamation suspending the entry of any individual seeking to enter the United States as an immigran who …

New Public Charge Rule Facts

U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) implemented a new rule, effective February 24, 2020, to decide who will be considered a “Public Charge” (someone that is likely to need financial assistance from the government). The Department of State (DOS) is also seeking to have its Public Charge rule take effect on the same day.