New Rule for International Students - Leave U.S. if Courses are Online-Only
Foreign students may be required to leave the US is their schools go completely online.
New Public Charge Rule
NEW PUBLIC CHARGE RULE Question 1: If I am undocumented and my child is a US Citizen and I have received public benefits through my child as a family will this affect my ability to apply for a green card? Answer:- The rule specifically states that public benefits received by your family members...
Lessons to be Learned from the Estate Problems Raised by Jeffrey Epstein's Death
The recent suicide of Jeffrey Epstein raises many issues about his Estate. This is because he had several residences in New York, Florida and the Virgin Islands and his assets are located in Paris and New Mexico. Epstein's estate is estimated at $577 million. The biggest question raised is the va...
How to Become an Executor of a Will in New York?
What is an Executor? When you prepare a will, you need to name someone whom you can trust as an Executor. They will handle the affairs of your estate once you pass away, which may include paying for a funeral and administration expenses, paying bills, and making sure that your house or apartment...
Today is World Refugee Day
The United States has long been a global leader in the resettlement of refugees—and the need for such leadership remains enormous. The number of refugees around the world who are fleeing violence or persecution in their home countries in search of safety abroad has grown dramatically over the ...
Coop or Condo – What is the difference?
New York City is like a box of chocolates–you never know what you're going to get. Nothing illustrates that more than your living arrangement. With five boroughs and hundreds of apartment styles, your whole life is dictated by what your bathroom looks like and who your neighbors are. However, if ...
5 Categories of Non-US citizens who can apply for a green card
U.S. immigration law essentially provides for five categories of non-citizens who can acquirelawful permanent resident (LPR) status in the United States. They are:(1) family-sponsored immigrants(2) employment-based immigrants(3) diversity immigrants (DV lottery)(4) refugees/asylees; and(5) a sele...
What Does Trump’s Immigration Policy Changes Mean For U.S. Businesses?
It's the beginning of a new year, and in just a few weeks, a new presidency. With Trump set to take office on January 20th, many in the country are scrambling to understand what this means for them. In business immigration, many changes are set to occur and they don't look too good.1. E-verify wi...
Why A Provisional Waiver Might Help You If You Are In A Mixed-Status Family
Mixed-status families are not uncommon in the United States. A couple is considered “mixed-status” when one spouse is a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and the other is an undocumented immigrant. Previously, getting married to a citizen or permanent resident would easily allow an undocumented ...
Trump’s Win Means Uncertain Future for Immigrants in the United States
Since Trump's election win last Tuesday, many immigrants in the United States are fearful for their security. He has promised many different consequences, ranging from building a border wall between the United States and Mexico to restricting Muslims entering the country. For a country that was...
Divorcing Before You Get Your Green Card
Marriage isn't always what we expect it to be. You may have spent many happy years dating someone, only to find that they became a different person once you two married. Divorce is complicated enough, but what if you or your former spouse were in the process of becoming a permanent resident? The...
If You’re an Undocumented Immigrant, Here’s What The Upcoming Election Means for You
With only days to go until the 2016 United States Presidential Election, many are concerned with the candidates' ideas. How will their policies change Americans' lives? Who will make things better? What will be made worse? For both parties, immigration has been a primary talking point in the lea...