Recent Blog Posts
H-1B Cap Exemptions: What You Need to Know
The H-1B visa is a highly sought-after nonimmigrant visa that allows U.S. employers to hire foreign workers in specialty occupations requiring theoretical or technical expertise. However, due to the annual cap on H-1B visas, not all applicants can secure one through the standard process. For fiscal year 2024, the cap is set at 65,000… Read More »
Deportation Defense Strategies: Legal Rights and Options When Facing Removal
Facing deportation is a frightening experience that can leave individuals and families uncertain about their future in the United States. For immigrants at risk of removal, understanding the legal options available can be critical to avoiding deportation and securing a stable immigration status. At Gladstein & Messinger, P.C., we have extensive experience in deportation… Read More »
Haitian Immigrants Have Temporary Protected Status: What That Means
Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, are prominent in the news right now. Unfortunately, their prominence is due to them being used as pawns in the current presidential campaign, and many ugly rumors are being spread about them. To read or hear some of the rhetoric, you would think that these migrants are in the… Read More »
Sixteen States File Legal Challenge to Parole in Place for Undocumented Spouses of U.S. Citizens
Two months ago we reported on the Biden administration’s expansion of Parole in Place for undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens. Now that brand-new policy is headed for court with 16 states, led by the Texas Attorney General, challenging the law as unconstitutional. See below for a reminder of what Parole in Place is, its… Read More »
Labor Certifications Explained
Whether you are an employer or a potential employee, your goal is the same: a smooth and successful immigration process. Obtaining labor certification is an essential part of that process. Below, we explain what labor certifications are, the process for obtaining one, and why they are crucial for employment-based immigration. For help with labor… Read More »
Expansion to Parole in Place Opens a Pathway to Legal Residency for Half a Million Immigrants
Immigration laws in the United States are complex and constantly evolving. One of the most significant recent developments is President Biden’s expansion of the Parole in Place (PIP) Program announced on June 18th. Designed to provide relief to certain undocumented immigrants, this program opens up a pathway to legal residency for many newly eligible… Read More »
Navigating the U.S. Visa System: A Guide to Different Types of Visas and Their Purposes
Whether you are an employer or family member looking to bring over an employee or relative, or if you are looking to immigrate for professional or personal reasons, it all starts with knowing which visa or visas apply to your situation and which one would be the best fit in your circumstances. With numerous… Read More »
What Is a Science or Art? Now We Know.
There are many routes available to immigrate to the U.S., particularly for people with exceptional ability in the sciences or arts. United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently clarified one such route for these extraordinary scientists and artists by adopting a definition of “science or art” into its regulations allowing for immigration without… Read More »
Fiancé(e) Visas: From Application to Marriage
Bringing your fiancé(e) to the United States is an exciting time in your life, but it can also be exceedingly frustrating when dealing with U.S. immigration law. Understanding the workings of the K-1 visa, commonly known as the fiancé(e) visa, is critical to your success. At Queens Immigration Law, we understand the complexities of… Read More »
The Visa Bulletin Explained
Applying for a visa to come to the U.S., whether for employment or family reasons, can involve a long wait, full of uncertainty and anxiety. One of the tools available to help you manage your stress and expectations during this time is the monthly Visa Bulletin published by the U.S. Department of State. Read… Read More »
