Articles

Non-Crewman C-1 transits can adjust status in the US

Dear Atty. Gurfinkel: I entered the US on a C–1 transit visa, but I am not a crewman, nor was ...
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Legal Status: A wonderful Christmas gift for your family

An important part of Christmas is buying gifts for loved ones.  Filipinos are busy filling their balikbayan boxes with pasalubong, ...
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The January 2017 priority dates

Each month, the Visa Office of the State Department publishes, in the Visa Bulletin, the priority dates for that particular ...
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Taking some of the mystery out of an attorney consultation

With the election of Donald Trump as president, and his statements about deporting millions of illegal aliens and getting tough ...
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What to expect from President Trump on his immigration plan

After Donald Trump was elected president of the United States, many people became fearful, anxious, and nervous about their future ...
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Thanksgiving is a time for giving thanks

Thanksgiving is when people take a step back and reflect on all of the wonderful things and events to be ...
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The December 2016 priority dates

Each month, the Visa Office of the State Department publishes, in the Visa Bulletin, the priority dates for that particular ...
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Could Congress block President Trump’s immigration plan?

People are justifiably concerned, anxious, and even terrified over Donald Trump’s proposed plan to deport the approximate 11 million undocumented ...
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Some issues and pitfalls in pursuing US Citizenship: Part 2

For many people, attaining US citizenship is the final step in achieving their "American Dream." After getting a green card, ...
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