Immigration is a hot-button political issue in election years, but there is no denying the fact that immigrants are a crucial part of the economy and our cultural identity here in New Jersey and in the United States as a whole. In fact, a recent news report noted that...
Hiring an employee from another country
Employers in New Jersey often have to sift through hundreds of job applications to find the right person to fill an open position. Sometimes, an employer may seek to hire someone from outside of the United States. In such cases, employers must follow business...
How to secure a green card for your foreign parents
Immigrating to the United States without your family can be challenging, to say the least. At times, it can feel isolating to acclimate to an American way of life and American culture on your own, and you may struggle to maintain your sense of purpose and identity...
Conquer these challenges in your family immigration case
As you navigate the family immigration system, you’re bound to face several challenges. But that’s OK. You can get out ahead of many of them to protect your interests and ensure that you and your family receive the immigration protection that you want. That said,...
Who is eligible for a green card?
To legally live and work in the United States on a permanent basis, you will need to obtain a Permanent Resident Card, more commonly known as a Green Card. According to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, you may be eligible for a Green Card under one of...
Don’t make these errors when dealing with employment immigration
As an employer in the United States, you may need to utilize existing immigration laws to secure the talented workforce you want. The process can be daunting, though, fraught with almost indecipherable language and hard to understand requirements. That’s why you’re...
Avoid making these mistakes when applying for a visa
Obtaining a visa may be necessary for you to enter or remain in the United States. While this might also put you on a path to legal permanent resident status and even citizenship, our country’s immigration laws are extraordinarily complex. If you don’t know how to...
Don’t make these mistakes in your immigration case
U.S. immigration laws are notoriously complex, oftentimes leaving current and hopeful immigrants confused. Unfortunately, this confusion sometimes results in missed opportunities and denied applications, which could negate your or your loved one’s ability to secure...
The PERM program prevents employment-based visa abuse
Employers in New Jersey and around the country are not always able to find job applicants with the skills and qualifications required to fill highly technical positions. H1-B, EB-2 and other employment-based allow employers to recruit qualified foreign workers to fill...
Afghans waiting for visas
The American Community Survey estimates that around 3,100 Afghan immigrants live in New Jersey. As of 2023, 840,000 Afghans living in Afghanistan have applied for a program created to help them come to the United States. This visa program is for Afghans who supported...
