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Protecting Yourself from Notarios and Unauthorized Representatives
With all of the excitement surrounding President Obama’s executive action announcement, we are likely to see a spike in fraud by notaries and unauthorized consultants who promise immediate action [...]
What’s My Status? Unlawful Presence vs. Unlawful Status
In immigration law there is no shortage of misinformation, confusion, and loaded terms. Moreover, a misunderstanding of certain aspects of the law can have devastating consequences for foreign [...]
Understanding DAPA – Relief for Parents of USC and LPR
As many are aware, on November 20, 2014, President Obama announced a series of actions his administration will take regarding immigration enforcement and prosecutorial discretion. While the [...]
Breakdown of New DACA Guidelines
On November 20, 2014, President Obama announced his “immigration accountability executive action,” which included new guidelines for DACA applicants. In general, DACA is a prosecutorial [...]
For O-1 Artists: Overview of Agents as Sponsors
Generally, an O-1 visa is an employment visa for individuals who have demonstrated “extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business or athletics.” To qualify, an applicant must [...]