Robert F. Jacobs & Associates, PLC, Legal Blog
A U visa can be a lifeline for crime victims
Crime knows no borders, and its victims come from all walks of life, regardless of nationality. However, immigrants without proper documentation may often be at more risk of being a target of crime, especially if they choose not to report crimes committed against them...
These 5 mistakes could derail your green card application
Obtaining a green card or permanent resident status is an exciting yet complex process. While you can freely live and work in the U.S. and begin working towards obtaining citizenship as a permanent resident, it helps to be wary of the potential pitfalls to navigate...
R-1 visa: A stepping-stone to permanent residency
Though an R-1 visa is only temporary, it can pave the way for religious workers to reside permanently in the United States. The USCIS grants R-1 work visas to foreign nationals who wish to perform religious work in the country. As a result, it can help holders to meet...
What if I lose my job while on a work visa?
Losing your job is already a daunting experience, but even more so if you are an immigrant on an H-1B work visa. On top of worrying about your source of livelihood, you will probably be anxious about whether the government will deport you sooner or later. After all,...
A guide to renewing your DACA status
If you receive Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status and your current period is approaching expiration, it will help to understand how the renewal process works. Renewing your DACA status allows you to continue enjoying the benefits and protections...
Can you get a green card for your sibling?
Many immigrants feel lonely in the United States without their families, so seeing a sibling again can be very exciting. Even though technology has made it easy to talk to people all over the world, there is nothing like being with someone in person. But there is one...
Who can apply for an adjustment of status?
Applying for permanent residency status in the U.S. can be intimidating. Even if you have worked and lived in the country for years under a working or other nonimmigrant visa, you would know that applying for a green card is a different and more complex story. One of...
Crimmigration: Exploring challenges and solutions
Crimmigration represents the merging and interaction of criminal and immigration laws. It highlights the interplay between criminal offenses and their consequences on an individual’s immigration status. Over the years, it has become a significant area of concern,...
H-1B visa holders can have more than one employer
Working in the United States can present you with many opportunities, including attracting the attention of other employers. Given today’s economic situation, you may want to explore having multiple jobs, which can potentially increase income, job security, and career...
How can a lawyer help me with obtaining a family visa?
Foreign-born US citizens looking to bring the rest of their family over to the USA generally have to apply for a family visa. The process for obtaining such a visa can be complex, and getting the assistance of a lawyer specializing in immigration laws can help in...