New York Lawyer's Legal Updates
B-1 Visas For Domestic Workers And Personal Employees: What You Need To Know
23 March 2025Domestic workers—including nannies, housekeepers, caregivers, drivers, and cooks—can, under specific conditions, enter the United States on a B-1 visa. While the B-1 visa is usually associated with business visitors, U.S. immigration law allows certain domestic workers and personal employees to qualify for this nonimmigrant category&m ...
Global Entry Now Open To Indian Citizens: What It Means And How To Apply
22 March 2025International travelers know the pain of long immigration lines after a long flight. That’s why Global Entry, a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) program, is a game-changer. It allows pre-approved travelers to skip the traditional inspection line and use automated kiosks upon arrival in the United States. In a move that’s been ...
Health-Related Grounds Of Inadmissibility In U.S. Immigration: What You Need To Know And How To Overcome It
22 March 2025When applying for a U.S. visa or green card, most applicants are required to undergo a medical exam by a designated civil surgeon or panel physician. During this exam, certain health-related conditions may result in a finding of inadmissibility. While this can be alarming, there are legal options and waivers available that can help many applicant ...
U.S. Visa Revocations: Why They Happen And What You Can Do About It
22 March 2025Receiving a U.S. visa is often the result of months—sometimes years—of planning, paperwork, and preparation. So it can come as a shock when that visa is revoked, sometimes without warning. Visa revocation doesn’t just disrupt travel—it can jeopardize your future immigration plans, your job, and even your lawful presence in the United States. As ...
The 5 Essential Steps To Apply For U.S. Citizenship (Naturalization Process)
20 March 2025Becoming a U.S. citizen is a significant milestone for many immigrants. The naturalization process can seem daunting, but with the right guidance and preparation, it can be a smooth journey. In this article, I will walk you through the five essential steps to applying for U.S. citizenship and provide practical tips to help you succeed. In the I ...
EB-2 NIW Updates: Recent Changes, Practical Advice, And How To Secure Your Green Card
11 March 2025td,th {padding:5px;} td {text-align: left !important;} The Employment-Based Second Preference (EB-2) National Interest Waiver (NIW) remains one of the most effective pathways for highly skilled professionals, researchers, and entrepreneurs to obtain a U.S. green card without needing an employer sponsor. However, recent updates from U.S. Cit ...
I751 DENIAL And NEW USCIS NTA Policy
11 March 2025Navigating the complexities of U.S. immigration law is challenging, especially for conditional permanent residents seeking to remove conditions on their residency through Form I-751. A recent policy update by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has heightened the stakes: denial of Form I-751 now leads to the issuance of a Notice to ...
Understanding The Qualifications For Cancellation Of Removal And VAWA Cancellation Of Removal
04 March 2025For many immigrants facing deportation, cancellation of removal offers a critical legal remedy that can prevent removal from the United States. This form of relief is available to both lawful permanent residents (LPRs) and certain non-permanent residents, provided they meet stringent qualifications. Additionally, individuals who have suffered a ...
Immigration Reform Update: Democrats Reintroduce the Dream and Promise Act of 2025: What It Means for Immigrants
04 March 2025In 2025, Democrats in Congress reintroduced the Dream and Promise Act, a legislative effort aimed at providing a pathway to permanent residency and eventual citizenship for undocumented immigrants brought to the United States as children, commonly known as Dreamers, as well as individuals with Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and Deferred Enforce ...
US Asylum Process: How To Apply & What To Expect
20 February 2025Introduction: What is Asylum & Why It Matters Asylum is a legal protection granted to individuals fleeing persecution in their home countries. The US offers asylum to individuals who can prove they face threats due to race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group. With thousands of asylum seekers appl ...