In this video attorney Jacob Sapochnick discusses how to complete Form I-485 for adjustment of status to permanent resident. Please keep in mind that this video is not intended to be legal advice. The information provided is for educational purposes only and does not substitute the legal advice of an…
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Weekly Live Stream with Attorneys Jacob Sapochnick and Marie Puertollano: RFE/NOID Policy in Effect, Suspension of Premium Processing, Fraudulent H-1Bs, Cap-Gap, and More!
In this live stream, attorneys Jacob Sapochnick and Marie Puertollano discuss recent topics in immigration including the new USCIS policy giving immigration officers ample discretion to deny an application or petition filed with USCIS without first issuing a RFE or NOID, suspension of premium processing, fraudulent H-1B schemes, and more.…
USCIS Marriage Fraud Interview Tips for 2018: Overcome the “STOKES” Interview
In this video attorney Jacob Sapochnick covers the top ten tips to help you overcome the marriage fraud interview also known as the “STOKES” interview. A foreign national applying for permanent residence based on marriage may be required to attend a second interview. This typically occurs in cases where the…
Weekly Live Stream with Attorneys Jacob Sapochnick and Marie Puertollano: F1 Accrual of Unlawful Presence, DACA, NIWs, Administrative Closure, E-2 for Israel, and More!
In this video, attorneys Jacob Sapochnick and Marie Puertollano discuss recent immigration updates regarding the calculation of unlawful presence for F-1 international students and other topics. Overview: Memorandum Policy Updates for F-1 Students Per a new policy memorandum released by USCIS, if you are a student who is out of…
Devastating New Policy that can Impact F, M, and J Non-immigrants in Violation of the Terms of their Visa
In this video we cover a new USCIS policy that can have devastating consequences on students who overstay their duration of stay in the United States, or otherwise violate their status. This new policy will change the way F-1, J-1, and M students, accrue unlawful presence in the United States,…
Live Session with Attorneys Jacob Sapochnick and Marie Puertollano: Addressing Changes in Immigration Law, NTA, RFEs, E-2 Updates, and More
In this video, attorneys Jacob Sapochnick and Marie Puertollano join a live session on Facebook and Youtube to cover the latest in immigration, E-2 visa changes, TN visa updates, as well as tips, tricks, and advice on how to protect yourself amid this changing immigration climate. Overview: Revised NTA Policy…
Introducing Our New and Improved Youtube Channel
Welcome to our YouTube Channel where we touch on all things immigration. Our law firm is dedicated exclusively to the practice of immigration and nationality law. During the past fourteen years, we have helped thousands of clients from all over the world immigrate to the United States. From immigrating athletes…
How to choose the right immigration lawyer for you?
In this post, we answer one of your most frequently asked questions: how can you find the right immigration lawyer for you? You need an immigration lawyer, but how do you find the right one? Watch this video to learn all about what you need to know before hiring an…
Five Most Common Mistakes Employers Make in the PERM Application
In this video we discuss the five most common mistakes that employers make when filing a labor certification application also known as PERM. #1: Mistakes on the ETA 9089 Form When you prepare an ETA 9089 also known as the PERM application it is very important to check every line…
Can I change my status after a Visa Overstay?
In this video, we touch on a very common question: what are the possibilities of changing your status after a visa overstay? If a person comes to the United States on a visa, whether it is a tourist visa or a student visa, there is a duration of stay that…