A green card identifies an immigrant as a permanent resident. However, some people are only eligible for conditional green cards. If an immigrant is getting permanent resident status based on their marriage to a U.S. citizen, and they’ve been married for less than two...
New USCIS memo may reshape the adjustment of status process
For many immigrants already living in the United States, adjustment of status has long provided a practical path to obtaining a green card without leaving the country. However, a new policy issued by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) on May 21,...
What documents can prove the authenticity of your marriage?
Your marital status can have a direct impact on your immigration status. A spouse can petition to have the other person granted entry to the United States to reunite the family. Additionally, marriage is often a reason for an adjustment of status, as a spouse who is...
Temporary work visas as a path to a green card in New Jersey
If you are starting your career in New Jersey on a temporary work visa, you might be thinking about how to make your stay permanent. Although U.S. immigration rules set the framework, many New Jersey employers actively sponsor workers for green cards. Understanding...
Can authorities in New Jersey revoke your green card?
If the authorities take away your green card, you lose your legal right to live and work in the United States as a permanent resident. Federal organizations, such as the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE),...
How do you qualify for an EB-1A visa?
If you possess extraordinary ability in your field, then you may qualify for an EB-1A visa. This visa is highly restrictive, meaning that it can be difficult to obtain, but if you’re successful in obtaining it then it can be a great way to work towards permanent...
Can startups hire foreign workers?
As a startup in New Jersey, you may want to hire skilled talent from abroad, yet feel uncertain about the rules that govern the process. You might worry that your company is still in its early stages or that it is too small. In reality, you can hire foreign workers...
Should you use AI to help with your immigration case?
Artificial intelligence (AI) is finding its way into nearly every aspect of our lives. As a result, when you’re facing immigration challenges, you may think that utilizing a program like ChatGPT can help you navigate the process and draft compelling documentation that...
Steps to take if you’re in removal proceedings
If you receive documentation from the federal government indicating that you need to appear in immigration court, then there’s a good chance that removal proceedings have been initiated against you. Your next steps, then, could be crucial. If you don’t pay attention...
How do I avoid common immigration scams and fraud?
Being apart from a loved one abroad is difficult, and the hope of reuniting with your family in the United States shapes many choices. You research the options, complete forms and wait anxiously. In this emotional process, be aware of people who exploit that hope by...
