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Immigration | Immigration in the News

President Trump’s Immigration Announcement Amid COVID-19

REAKING NEWS: Late Monday night, President Trump announced that he intends to sign an executive order “to temporarily suspend immigration into the United States.” The Trump Administration has not yet provided details on the timing, scope, or legal basis for…

Apr 21, 2020

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How Does The COVID-19 Pandemic Affect Immigrants and Nonimmigrants in the US?

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected every aspect of American life. Businesses were forced to shut down, schools were closed, and students had to stay home. Many states ended the school year early in anticipation of a long period of response…

Apr 10, 2020

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FAQ: Important Information Regarding the USCIS Public Charge Rule and COVID-19

On Feb. 24, 2020, USCIS implemented the Inadmissibility on Public Charge Grounds final rule, which affects individuals seeking permanent resident status (also known as a “green card”) through family member petitions. In immigration law, public charge is a ground of…

Apr 08, 2020

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¿Quién Beneficia de la ley CARES?

No hay nada ni nadie que no se haya visto afectado por el coronavirus. De una manera u otra, el virus ha impactado la vida de cada uno de nosotros, trayendo confusión, ansiedad y caos. La inesperada pérdida de trabajo…

Apr 06, 2020

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How the Immigration System has Responded to COVID-19

As COVID-19 has dominated headlines by sweeping across the globe and the United States with almost unmatched pace and fury, the Trump Administration has been criticized for failing to adequately prepare the American public for the ravages of the virus.…

Mar 24, 2020

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Asylum | Deferred Action | Deportation | Immigration | Immigration in the News | Miscellaneous | Refugee | Removal, Deportation, and Exclusion

Yemen designated for Temporary Protected Status (TPS)

The Department of Homeland Security announced Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designations for Yemen due to the ongoing armed conflict within the Country. Under TPS, citizens of Yemen will not be removed from the United States and are authorized to work…

Sep 04, 2019

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Asylum | Deportation | Immigration | Immigration in the News | Miscellaneous | Refugee | Removal, Deportation, and Exclusion

TEMPORARY PROTECTIVE STATUS (TPS) FOR HAITI

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson have extended Haiti’s designation for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for an additional 18 months. The extended designation is effective Jan. 23, 2016, through July 22, 2017. Those…

Aug 26, 2019

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Immigration in the News

Temporary Protected Status Extended for Syria Until March 2018

Secretary for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Jeh Johnson, recently declared that citizens of the country of Syria may be eligible for an extension of their Temporary Protected Status (TPS) from October 1, 2016 up to March 31, 2018.…

Aug 02, 2019

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Immigration

Extension to STEM OPT May Be Submitted Until August 8, 2016

Students who are applying for the STEM OPT can be granted a seven-month extension of their status if they have previously applied for a 17-month extension. The application is Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization and all must STEM is…

Aug 01, 2019

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Fiance | Fiancee | Immigration Law | K-1 Visa

What You Need to Know About Bringing Your Fiancé(e) to the U.S.

Family-based immigration law is a complex process, even if you just want to bring your kids with you when you come to America. For people looking to bring their foreign fiancé(e) into the country, matters can feel all the more complicated.…

May 17, 2019

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Citizenship and Naturalization | Immigration

Applying for U.S. Citizenship and Medicare

If you are a foreign national seeking residency in the U.S., you may be concerned about obtaining medical insurance to supplement the costs of care you might need while living here. If you meet specific criteria, you may be able…

May 07, 2019

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Visas

DHS Approves New STEM Student Visa Extension Period

The Department of Homeland Security has finalized its amendment of F-1 nonimmigrant student visa regulations regarding optional practical training (OPT). However, the amendment only applies to students of science, technology, engineering, or math—otherwise known as STEM students. The amended regulation…

Mar 15, 2019

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Asylum | Immigration | Immigration in the News | Refugee | Removal, Deportation, and Exclusion

TEMPORARY PROTECTED STATUS (TPS) DESIGNATION FOR NEPAL

Today, the Secretary of Homeland Security, Jeh Johnson, announced Temporary Protected Status designation for natives and citizens of Nepal resulting from the devastating earthquake that struck April 25, 2015. Under TPS, citizens of Nepal will not be removed from the…

Jun 24, 2015

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Firm News

Three Best Rated has Selected Brown Immigration Law as one of the Three Best Cleveland Firms

Brown Immigration Law has recently been recognized as being among the top three immigration firms in all of Cleveland by Three Best Rated. Employees of Three Best Rated choose among businesses in major cities in each state to determine which three…

May 19, 2015

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Asylum | Deferred Action | Deportation | Green Card | Immigration | Refugee | Removal, Deportation, and Exclusion

DHS Announces 18-Month Redesignation and 18-Month Extension of Temporary Protected Status for Syria

The Department of Homeland Security announced the extension of Temporary Protected Status for nationals of Syria (or persons without nationality who last habitually resided in Syria). Current beneficiaries may extend their TPS immediately. The last day to file your extension…

Jan 08, 2015

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Deferred Action | Deportation | Immigration | Immigration in the News | Non-Immigrants | Refugee | Removal, Deportation, and Exclusion

DHS Announces TPS for Liberia, Sierra Leone and Guinea

The Department of Homeland Security announced Temporary Protected Status designations for natives and citizens of Liberia, Guinea and Sierra Leone. Under TPS, citizens of Liberia, Guinea, and Sierra Leone will not be removed from the United States and are authorized…

Nov 20, 2014

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Green Card | Immigration

Can I Get a Green Card If I Stay Undocumented For 10 Years?

A green card is a legal document that shows that its holder is a permanent resident of the United States and is able to freely enter and exit, live, and work in the country. Getting a green card is one…

Oct 30, 2014

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Citizenship and Naturalization | Green Card | Immigration

Can I Apply for My U.S. Citizenship?

If you have lived in the U.S. for a while as a permanent or conditional resident, you may be ready to apply for citizenship. But do you meet the general requirements involved in the process? Not only are there various…

Oct 27, 2014

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