Dear Clients and Friends, USCIS has quietly implemented a broad pause on adjudicating immigration benefits for individuals born in — or citizens of — 19 designated countries. This is a major escalation in what has become an era of intensified vetting, and it has...
As the holiday season approaches, many foreign national employees are planning international trips to visit loved ones. While these breaks are well-deserved, they can also bring unexpected immigration challenges—especially for those in H-1B, L-1, O-1, F-1, or parole...
As we navigate another wave of uncertainty, one thing is clear: this government shutdown will leave ripple effects across workplaces for weeks, if not months. While the government is expected to reopen soon, the impact on employers and their teams will extend well...
Dear Clients and Friends, The latest DHS policy change — ending automatic EAD extensions — is yet another unexpected and, frankly, unjustified action. This one affects nearly 800,000 workers and their employers, disrupting plans and creating uncertainty in the...
Dear Clients and Friends, Just as crossing the Ironman finish line takes resilience and preparation, navigating today’s immigration changes requires the same strength and focus. As the government shutdown continues, many employers and their foreign talent are also...
Dear Clients and Friends, The federal government shutdown continues, and its effects across immigration systems and many others are being felt. What’s New: USCIS remains open (filing fees funded) However, we’re seeing processing delays. Additionally, it has issued...
🎃 Spooky Season Meets Immigration Season! 🕸️ The only thing scarier than a haunted house this October? The current immigration climate! But fear not—our newsletter is here with all the treats (and zero tricks) you need to navigate the spooky world of corporate...
The White House has proposed a tiered, wage-weighted lottery for FY 2027 filings. Instead of every registration having the same odds, higher wages earn more entries: Wage Level IV → 4 entries Wage Level III → 3 entries Wage Level II → 2 entries Wage Level I → 1 entry...