FACTS: Every year, the H-1B visa program is subject to a strict numerical “cap”—65,000 regular H-1Bs and an additional 20,000 for individuals holding U.S. master’s degrees. As a result, the process has become increasingly competitive, with USCIS implementing a lottery system to randomly select applicants each fiscal year. Employers not selected in the lottery must…
FACTS: A Kenyan national and U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) filed his Application for Naturalization (Form N-400) in Virginia in October 2021. After waiting a full year, he was finally interviewed by USCIS in October 2022. The client had a strong application and a successful interview, and expected a decision shortly thereafter. However, months passed,…
FACTS: A Nicaraguan client (and child) fled Nicaragua after being threatened and harassed by members of the Nicaraguan police (known as Dantos). The client feared persecution based on their political beliefs and activities to protest the government of Nicaragua. THE LAW: Every year people come to the United States seeking protection because they have suffered…
FACTS: A client’s pending family-based Petition (Form I-130) had been pending for several years as they awaited COVID-19 related processing delays. After finally being interviewed by USCIS, the client hoped for a quick decision in their case, but no action seemed forthcoming. With a frustrating silence from USCIS, the client reached out to see if…
FACTS: A client came to us after YEARS of waiting for their VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) -based green card case which was pending at USCIS. The client had, as is common with VAWA cases, a difficult history with their ex-spouse, and feared pursuing their case before USCIS. The client had an approved Form I-360…
Citizenship case Approved through Federal Court Litigation.
O-1 Visa Approved for Russian Scientist.
FACTS: A client came to us after YEARS of waiting for his LGBT-based asylum case which was pending an interview at USCIS. He filed a request for an expedited interview and the US Asylum office interviewed him in November 2022 (more than 5 years after filing his case). The client had a good interview, testified…
Introduction: In the realm of immigration law, navigating through bureaucratic processes and delays can be an arduous journey. However, there are instances where persistence and legal recourse can lead to favorable outcomes. This post highlights a recent success story of a USC husband and his wife, along with their stepchildren, who triumphed in a Mandamus…
Client successfully represented after separation with her US Citizen spouse before USCIS Washington Field Office to seek approval of her immigration case DESPITE the separation.
