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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
Quick Summary: EB-2 vs EB-3 Visa. What’s the Difference and Which Is Right for You? EB-2 visas are designed for advanced degree holders and individuals with exceptional ability. EB-3 visa categories cover skilled workers, professionals with bachelor’s degrees, and other workers. Processing times differ based on country of chargeability and current visa backlogs. The EB-2 […]
June 8, 2026
Quick Summary: Following intense pushback from the business and legal communities, USCIS offered a “walkback” on the PM-602-0199. Applicants demonstrating a clear benefit or interest will likely still be allowed domestic AOS. Immigration advocates claim the memo directly conflicts with decades of legal precedent. A broader legal showdown over PM-602-0199 under the Administrative Procedure Act […]
June 1, 2026
Quick Summary: What Is Expedited Removal and How Can You Fight It? Expedited removal allows rapid deportation without a hearing before an immigration judge. Individuals can challenge removal by expressing fear of persecution to trigger screening. Credible fear interviews provide an opportunity to pause removal and pursue asylum claims. Strict timelines apply, knowing your rights […]
April 29, 2026
Quick Summary: What Is the Difference Between Asylum and Withholding of Removal? Asylum offers a path to permanent residence; withholding of removal does not. Asylum has a one-year filing deadline; withholding of removal has no deadline. Withholding requires a higher standard of proof than asylum applications. Both protect against return to countries where persecution is […]
April 29, 2026
When people think about protection from deportation, asylum is usually the first thing that comes to mind. But asylum is not the only form of protection available in immigration court. Two additional forms of relief: Withholding of Removal and protection under the Convention Against Torture (CAT), can be lifesaving for individuals who face persecution or […]
April 22, 2026
When a person is placed in removal proceedings, the prospect of deportation can feel like a dead end. But there is one form of relief that, if granted, does not just stop deportation. It transforms the person’s status entirely. It is called Cancellation of Removal, and if successful, the respondent walks out of immigration court […]
April 21, 2026
In cancellation of removal cases, the outcome almost always comes down to one thing: evidence. The quality, depth, and persuasiveness of the documentation you present to the immigration judge will determine whether your case succeeds or fails. After more than four decades of arguing these cases in immigration courts across the country, I can tell […]
April 20, 2026
Few experiences in immigration law are as frightening as learning that a loved one has been detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Families often believe that release should be quick and straightforward, but the reality is far more complex. Understanding how the detention and release process actually works can help families make better decisions […]
April 19, 2026
