Stay updated on the latest immigration news and policy changes. See what's changed.
Office Location is Irving, Texas and Albuquerque, New Mexico
Key summary: The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled the government cannot indefinitely detain long-term interior immigrants without a bond hearing, establishing a strict 90-day limit. Previously, a 2025 federal policy treated non-criminal interior residents as if they were newly arriving at the border. After 90 days, ICE must prove an individual is a community […]
July 14, 2026
Key Summary: The Supreme Court ruled the government can block asylum-seekers at the border before they step onto U.S. soil. Conservative majority held that the Refugee Act of 1980 only grants asylum to those who have physically crossed into U.S. territory. Justice Sotomayor argued that the ruling creates a loophole that subverts statutory intent and […]
June 29, 2026
Quick Summary: Stolen Green Card and Citizenship Help In 2016, Jenna Perkins was robbed at gunpoint after arranging to sell a phone in a church parking lot. Her stolen wallet contained her green card, creating immigration and travel complications. A lost or stolen green card may require filing Form I-90 through USCIS. John Lawit helped […]
June 29, 2026
Quick Summary: How Long Does a U Visa Take? Timeline and What to Expect U visa processing typically takes several years due to annual caps and backlogs. Bona fide determination may provide interim benefits while awaiting full approval. The annual cap of 10,000 U visas creates a substantial waitlist each year. After a U visa […]
June 24, 2026
Quick Summary: What Is a TN Visa? Complete Guide for Canadian and Mexican Professionals TN visas allow Canadian and Mexican professionals to work temporarily in the United States. Applicants must qualify under one of 63 USMCA-designated professional categories. Canadians typically apply at the border; Mexicans must use consular processing. TN status is granted in three-year […]
June 19, 2026
Quick Summary: H-1B Transfer and Amendment: What You Need to Know H-1B transfers allow workers to change employers while maintaining visa status. Amendments are required when material changes occur to job duties or the worksite. The Simeio decision clarified when employers must file amended petitions with USCIS. Portability rules under AC21 may allow work to […]
June 16, 2026
Quick Summary: How Long Does the I-130 Process Take? I-130 processing times vary significantly based on relationship category and filing location. Immediate relative petitions generally process faster than family preference categories. USCIS service center workloads directly impact individual case processing timelines. Complete, accurate documentation helps avoid delays from Requests for Evidence. Filing Form I-130 can […]
June 11, 2026
Quick Summary: On June 8, 2026, a federal district court struck down the administration’s controversial proposal to mandate a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications. U.S. District Judge Leo Sorokin ruled that the executive branch overstepped its constitutional authority, declaring that the massive fee functioned as an unauthorized tax that requires congressional approval. The […]
June 9, 2026
Key Summary: A federal court has vacated four major Trump-era USCIS policies designed to halt benefits processing. The landmark ruling in Dorcas v. USCIS declares indefinite application holds and country-specific vetting penalties unlawful under the APA. Judges rebuked the administration for creating a “legal limbo” for thousands of applicants based solely on country of birth. […]
June 9, 2026
