Outright denials for missing information or documents
When a person files a petition or application, certain information and documents are required as part of the filing. For...
13 November, 2019
Author: Michael J. Gurfinkel, Esq.
Relief act could “expedite” family petitions
On October 16, 2019, a bill (or proposal) was introduced in the Senate called the “Resolving Extended Limbo for Immigrant...
23 October, 2019
The value of being legal and legal services
Some people who are in the U.S. with immigration problems/issues, such as being out of status, in deportation/removal, or they...
09 October, 2019
Safeguarding your petition, part 3
In a previous article I discussed some tips, strategy, and suggestions to safeguard your family-based petition. Here are more suggestions...
01 October, 2019
Safeguarding your petition, part 2
In a previous article I discussed some tips, strategy, and suggestions to safeguard your family-based petition. Here are more suggestions...
24 September, 2019
Safeguarding your petition, part 1
Most family-based petitions take years to be processed and for the priority date to finally become current. For example, it...
11 September, 2019
New “public charge” regulations could result in more denials
The Trump Administration recently announced new regulations on public charge, to be effective October 15, 2019. The plan is to...
04 September, 2019
Petition Denied Based on Petitioner’s Prior Fixed Marriage
Many people believe that once they obtain a green card through marriage, they are “home free” as far as their...
14 August, 2019
Date of marriage on illegitimate child’s birth certificate should not harm single parent’s petition
Dear Atty. Gurfinkel: I was petitioned as “single” by my immigrant (green card) parent in 2008. The priority date is now...
28 August, 2019