Immigration News, Information, and Latest Happenings
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ImLaw Attorney Profile: Brian Mick
Brian Mick brings 15 years of immigration law experience to ImLaw. Since 2012, Brian has practiced exclusively immigration law including employment-based immigration and family-based immigration at ImLaw. He tells his story about how he discovered his passion for immigration law, his hobbies, and his work at ImLaw.
Unlocking Opportunity: Equipping Businesses in Michigan to Hire and Retain International Talent
ImLaw attorney Susan Im spoke at two events in 2024 aimed at equipping businesses of all sizes to better understand the process of hiring and retaining international talent. As our communities continue to be enriched by international students and immigrants, these resources help ensure that employers understand how to fill the talent gaps they face within critical positions.
ImLaw News - USCIS now accepting new Parole in Place Applications
USCIS has announced additional information about the Biden Administration’s new parole in place program, Keeping Families Together. The ImLaw team is now able to assist clients with determining their eligibility for this program and, if applicable, the application process.
B-1 Business Visitors: What Can You Actually Do on a B-1 Visa?
B-1 business visitors may be admitted to the United States to engage in certain legitimate, finite business activities other than the performance of skilled or unskilled labor. In today’s post, we’ll take a closer look at who qualifies and what activities are allowed as a business visitor.
USCIS Will Conduct 2nd Lottery Selection for FY2025 H-1B Cap
United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced they will soon select additional registrations for the fiscal year 2025 H-1B cap. The ImLaw team will reach out to affected clients as needed regarding their cases.
“Hard Work and Dedication”: Two Client Success Stories
We recount how ImLaw was able to assist two professionals with movement of immigration status, from L-1A to green card, and from F-1 to H-1B.
What to Expect After Submitting an Inquiry to ImLaw
ImLaw is a team of dedicated immigration law professionals. In today’s post, we’ll look at what you should expect after submitting an inquiry to us.
Looking for Possibilities: Those Extraordinary O-1s and EB-1As
With numerous backlogs and limited availability impeding other traditional work visa and green card routes, the O-1 and EB-1A can be worthwhile alternatives.
Effective Date for New USCIS Fees, H-1B Cap Registration Dates for FY 2025, and Other Updates
United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced significant increases to numerous fees that will take effect on April 1, 2024.
5 Ways to Get a Green Card Through Employment
A great job can be more than just a rewarding career—it may also provide a way to obtain lawful permanent residency in the U.S.
Worth the Wait: Family-Based Immigration
Nearly 4 million people are currently waiting abroad in the family-based immigration backlogs. ImLaw can help.
Working in the U.S. in a Religious Capacity: An Introduction to the R-1 Visa and EB-4 Special Immigrant Religious Worker Green Card
Over the years, our ImLaw attorneys have helped numerous religious organizations secure R-1 visas and green cards for their religious professionals. In today’s post, we’ll take a closer look at both options and their requirements.
Making the Case: Immigration Solutions for Manufacturers
ImLaw was able to successfully navigate an international manufacturing client through the PERM labor certification green card process.
R-1 Visas and EB-4 Green Cards in Action: Supporting Religious Organizations through Immigration
ImLaw has extensive experience working alongside faith-based organizations to help them secure visas for employees. Specifically, our attorneys are able to assist with the R-1 religious worker visa and special immigrant religious worker green cards.
USCIS Issuing Five-Year Advance Parole Travel Documents
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has begun issuing five-year advance parole travel documents to certain applicants.
New 5-Year Validity Period for Certain EADs, FY 2025 DV Lottery, & Federal Government Funding Update
On September 27, 2023, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued updated policy guidance for certain Employment Authorization Documents (EADs).
USCIS Will Conduct 2nd Random Selection from Previously Submitted FY 2024 H-1B Cap Registrations
ImLaw will monitor its myUSCIS online accounts for the status of each client’s H-1B registration and communicate any status updates and next steps.