USCIS Rescinds 2010 and 2018 Policy Memoranda for H-1B Petitions

On June 17, 2020, USCIS announced that it is effective immediately, rescinding two policy memoranda regarding the adjudication of certain H-1B nonimmigrant petitions.


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DACA Lives: Why Ending DACA Failed and What to Expect

In a major 5-4 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court held on June 18, 2020 that administrative officials unlawfully ended a 2012 federal protection that provided temporary legal status…


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USCIS New Regulatory Changes Regarding EAD Processing for Asylum Applicants

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced on June 19, 2020 a regulatory change removing the 30 day processing window USCIS officials had to process initial employment…


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ILBSG SUCCESS STORY: Request for Sua Sponte Review as an Alternative to Lengthy MTR Processing

During these uncertain times surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, many clients are finding themselves in seemingly impossible scenarios. For instance, when pending H-1B petitions…


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Recent Administrative Appeals Office Decision: Matter of F-M- Co.

How USCIS clarifies affirmative requirements to notify of any restructuring events between parent and subsidiary companies and affiliates abroad for first-preference multinational…


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President Donald Trump Signs Executive Order on April 22, 2020

President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order on April 22, 2020 prompting U.S. Consulates abroad from issuing Immigrant Visas to applicants outside the US for 60 days.


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President Trump Announces Details of Executive Order to “Pause” Issuance of Green Cards for 60 Days

On Wednesday morning, President Donald Trump clarified a controversial tweet made earlier in the week that he would be signing an executive order limiting immigration to the…


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USCIS Announces DOL Measures and Options for Nonimmigrants Affected by COVID-19

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recognized the implications on nonimmigrants whose statuses are at risk of expiration and may face challenges to returning to their home…


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USCIS Announces Flexibility for Requests for Evidence, Notices of Intent to Deny

On March 27, 2020, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced additional measures taken to help reduce the implications of the Coronavirus (COVID-19)…


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