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This is a place where you can find updates on immigration law, along with our founder Evelyn’s professional and personal insights.

Posted On March 7, 2025

Trump’s $5 Million ‘Gold Card’ Plan: What It Means for EB-5 Investors and the Future of Investment-Based Immigration

On February 25, 2026, the Trump administration announced plans to potentially replace the longstanding EB-5 investment green card program with a new initiative called the ‘Gold Card.’ This program would require a $5 million investment and could offer a path to U.S. citizenship. While the announcement has sparked both intrigue and concern, the details remain […]
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Posted On January 23, 2025

USCIS Waives COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement for Adjustment of Status Applicants

Effective January 22, 2025, USCIS is waiving all requirements for applicants seeking adjustment of status (green cards) to present proof of COVID-19 vaccination on Form I-693 (Report of Immigration Medical Examination and Vaccination Record). If you have specific questions about your case, feel free to reach out to our office.
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Posted On January 17, 2025

Important Update: Revised Form I-129 Now in Effect

On January 17, 2024, USCIS released the 01/17/25 edition of Form I-129, Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker, which incorporates changes from the recently announced H-1B and H-2 modernization final rules. Since there is no grace period for this new form, USCIS will reject any outdated versions of Form I-129 received on or after Jan. 17, […]
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Posted On December 18, 2024

DHS Announces Final Rule to Modernize and Improve H-1B Program Integrity and Efficiency

Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a final rule aimed at modernizing and enhancing the H-1B visa program. This program allows U.S. employers to temporarily hire foreign workers for specialty occupations that require highly specialized knowledge and at least a bachelor’s degree in a specific field or its equivalent. The agency first proposed […]
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Posted On December 10, 2024

DHS Announces Permanent Increase of the Automatic Extension Period for Certain Employment Authorization Document Renewal Applicants

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today announced a final rule that will permanently extend the automatic period for employment authorization documentation (EAD) from up to 180 days to up to 540 days from the expiration date stated on the EAD cards for certain renewal applicants. This applies to individuals who have timely filed the […]
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Posted On December 3, 2024

Navigating the Trump 2.0 Immigration Landscape

The Gathering Storm As an immigration attorney, I've learned that inspiration can come from the most unexpected places. Recently, during a family movie night watching Moana 2 over the Thanksgiving holiday, I was struck by a powerful message that resonates deeply with our current immigration landscape: There's always another way. As an immigration attorney, navigating […]
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