Legal Articles, Immigration

The “Ten Year Bar:” Which one applies to you?

Discussion about the two different ten year bars to admission under current U.S. immigration law

How to file for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals also known as the Dream Act

Step by step instruction on filing for Deferred Action or Dream Act

Arizona's Immigration Law is Decided by Supreme Court

The Supreme Court decides the constitutionality of several provisions of Arizona's controversial new immigration law.

Audits

Immigration Compliance and the importance for companies to have a compliance program.

Immigration by Investment

This article discusses some issues of importance to anyone considering immigration by investment to the United States.

Citizenship for Adopted Children

The Child Citizenship Act (“CCA”) signed by President Clinton in October of last year, is in effect as of February 27, 2001.

Detention System Changes Ahead

The Obama administration is seeking to transform the highly-criticized immigrant detention system.

DREAM Act Can Help Alleviate the Woes of Some Undocumented Aliens

The US immigration system is in desperate need of a major overhaul. For those seeking permanent residence in the US, the visa wait can be years depending on the immigrant visa type.

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