Overview of EB-5 Visas
If you are not a current resident of the United States, you may be looking into the available options. As an investor, there may be specific opportunities you could pursue in order to obtain permanent U.S. residency. One of the most popular are EB-5 visas. If you are interested in obtaining your EB-5 visa, get […]
Should You Apply for an E-2 Visa?
Many types of visas that allow foreign nationals to lawfully reside in the U.S. require applicants to contribute, in some way, to the nation’s economy. Employers sometimes need specialized foreign talent to fill gaps in their workforce. Other times, foreign nationals may use their own money to get a U.S. visa. One of the most […]
What to Know About Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Self-Petitions
The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) is a federal law providing an avenue for abused individuals (women or men) to seek U.S. legal status. Normally, a non-citizen close family member without legal status must rely on the citizen or lawful permanent resident (LPR) family member to obtain legal status. This arrangement becomes untenable when the […]
Visas for Victims of Criminal Activity: U Visas
Out of terrible circumstances can come opportunities for non-residents of the U.S through the U nonimmigrant status (U visa). Victims of certain crimes, known as “qualifying criminal activities,” may be able to obtain a U visa if they cooperate with law enforcement. Besides creating a legal avenue for non-residents to stay in the U.S. for […]
Relis to Speak on Immigration, Visas and Asylum at NJRC’s Beyond the Border: Immigration Conference on September 15th
In firm news Tamara Relis will be an expert panel speaker at NJRC’s Beyond the Border: Immigration Conference on Zoom on September 15th at 11 am. Tamara will be covering Immigration, Visas and Asylum for U.S. Governor Jim McGreevey will be moderating each panel. There will be a 15 minute Q&A from our program participants at the end […]
Employers: What to Know About L-1A Visas
One of the best options for international companies looking to transfer employees to U.S. offices is the L-1 visa. L-1 visas are nonimmigrant, meaning they do not provide a direct path to citizenship for visa holders. There are two tiers of L-1 visas: L-1A and L-1B. L-1B visas are used by employees who have some […]
What to Know About O-1 Visas
Non-U.S. citizens with “extraordinary ability” in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics—as well as non-U.S. citizens with “extraordinary achievement” in the movie or television industry, with national or international recognition for those extraordinary achievements—might be eligible for the O-1 visa. O-1A visas are reserved for those in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics, […]
A Closer Look at the EB-2 National Interest Waiver
EB-2, the second preference category of employment-based visas, usually requires employer sponsorship before the USCIS will bring over foreign talent. Employers must show that they completed the labor certification (PERM) process and are therefore justified in offering the job to a noncitizen. In some cases, though, foreign talent may obtain an EB-2 visa without employer […]
Want to Become a Naturalized U.S. Citizen?
The vast majority of U.S. citizens became citizens due to the virtue of their—and their parents’—birthplace. Other times, minor children become naturalized when one or more of their parents become naturalized. What this blog will focus on is the naturalization process for adults who choose to become U.S. citizens. General Requirements Around 9 in 10 […]
How Does Asylum Work in the U.S.?
The number of asylum seekers in the U.S. has increased substantially since the new administration took office in D.C. The previous administration and COVID-19 protocols shifted a few long-standing asylum procedures, but we anticipate things gradually getting back to the status quo. This blog will serve as a general guide to those already in the […]