Immigration News, Information, and Latest Happenings
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FY 2026 H-1B Cap Reached
On July 18, 2025, USCIS announced the following:
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has received enough petitions to reach the congressionally mandated 65,000 H-1B visa regular cap and the 20,000 H-1B visa U.S. advanced degree exemption, known as the master’s cap, for fiscal year 2026.
FY 2026 H-1B Cap Alert and TPS Venezuela Update
On March 31, 2025, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced the following:
Who is affected by the Trump administration’s Registration Requirement? Read more here:
Reach out to ImLaw at Contact ImLaw in Grand Rapids, MI • Imlaw; we’ll be happy to recommend reputable immigration counsel for consultation.
Anticipating Business Immigration Changes from the Second Trump Administration
Changes in U.S. immigration policy are making headlines daily. Employers should also prepare for changes in business immigration, including delays and longer processing times, higher scrutiny on employment-based applications, and a greater focus on employer compliance.
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.