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USCIS Issues new I-9 Form

United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has published a revised I-9 form for employment verification.  Employers may continue to use the old form up until January 27, 2017.  After January 27, all employers will be required to use the new form for all new employees.   The I-9 form is used by USCIS to […]

Immigration Attorneys discuss 2016 Election

Attorney Frank Guerra is one of many immigration attorneys speaking about the 2016 election and the consequences that may result with a Trump Presidency.  Attorney Guerra spoke to Anna Merlan, writer for the website Jezebel.com.  The topic of discussion was immigration and the Trump Presidency, and most of the talk centered on reactions by those that will […]

The Benefits of DACA

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (“DACA”) has provided many opportunities for individuals that need a work permit while they are in the United States.  The program was started by President Obama in 2012 and continues to be an important part of our economy and educational system for a lot of young people that would otherwise […]

Immigration Post 2016 Election

The 2016 election for the next President of the United States has been decided and  there remains unanswered questions as to the changes that may take place with our immigration laws and policies.  At the moment, our immigration laws remain unchanged and our goal to be zealous advocates for the benefit of our clients has […]

USCIS to Increase Filing Fees

The new United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)  filing fees are increasing effective December 23, 2016. The new fees may be found here: https://www.uscis.gov/forms/our-fees, and below.  Any applications filed before December 23, 2016  can submit the old filing fee.   Immigration Benefit Request New Fee ($) Old Fee ($) G–1041 Genealogy Index Search Request 65 […]

“Know Your Rights” – A Quick Guide by the ACLU

Whether documented or undocumented, we all have certain rights protecting us from uncomfortable situations with a variety of government agencies.  Being informed about these rights will help guide any person if stopped by law enforcement.  The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has provided a quick guide to certain rights to keep in mind if stopped by law enforcement or immigration official.  It […]

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