With the current Trump administration, compliance enforcement around Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification and E-Verify has been tightening and is expected to get tighter. Now is the time to make sure your organization’s processes and documents are in order. Key Update:USCIS has announced that E-Verify employers have until January 4, 2026, to download records for cases last updated on or before December 31, 2015. On January 5, 2026, USCIS will permanently dispose of these …

In today’s interconnected economy, businesses face a renewed wave of tariff uncertainty. Shifting geopolitical dynamics and escalating trade disputes have made tariffs a common feature of international commerce, not just an occasional disruption. For companies reliant on global supply chains, these developments translate directly into higher costs, disrupted business models, and significant risks to contractual performance. The problem is that …

It is very tempting to keep a mistakenly issued 10-year green card, when you should have received a 2-year conditional green card, but just like a bank that sends you $50 million in error… Porsha Williams and husband Simon Guobadia. If you ever receive a green card or a US passport that was issued to you in error, please return …

On Sunday, November 2, 2025 The New York City Marathon will be run for its 54th time. The race is an annual marathon that courses through the five boroughs of New York City, is SO much fun to watch, and most importantly, it’s so much fun to be part of the millions supporting the over 50,000 runners (including lots of Aussies!) …

When victims of severe crimes are navigating the U.S. immigration system, two visas often stand out as potential lifelines: the T visa and the U visa. Both were established to protect vulnerable individuals and encourage cooperation with law enforcement. However, despite their shared purpose, these visas are not interchangeable. Understanding their distinct definitions, requirements, and benefits is critical for any …

We’re excited to announce the launch of a new blog series dedicated to exploring the EB-1A visa criteria in depth. Over the coming weeks, we’ll break down each of the 10 criteria one by one, showing what counts, how it works, and how you can use it to strengthen your petition. This series is designed for professionals, entrepreneurs, researchers, artists, …

Good news for EB-5 investors and regional centers: The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed a 14% reduction in EB-5 filing fees, offering welcome relief to stakeholders in this vital job-creating program. The proposal comes just a year after DHS raised EB-5 filing fees by nearly 300%, a sharp increase that drew concern across the industry. The EB-5 …

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (“OBBBA” or simply the Big Beautiful Bill), which came into effect in July 2025, stands out as the first major comprehensive law introduced by the Trump administration. As a sweeping tax reform, OBBBA is considered one of the most significant fiscal policy shifts in recent U.S. history. Fundamentally, it is a tax-cut law designed …

In a significant shift in immigration policy, the U.S. government has introduced a new parole program aimed at providing relief to U.S. citizens’ spouses and stepchildren who entered the country unlawfully. This initiative reflects a broader effort to address complex immigration issues with compassion and practicality. Here’s a detailed look at what this new program entails and its potential implications. …

The green card lottery (or the “diversity lottery”) for 2025 (DV-2027) is NOT OPEN YET. The most important thing to know: There’s only one way to legitimately enter. Don’t listen to any of the websites out there that say they will give you a special service or a higher chance of winning, it’s never real. So what else is very …